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Dolphin Cove Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel, steps from Pismo Beach Pier

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Courtyard
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
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Located in Downtown Pismo Beach, Dolphin Cove Motel offers a relaxed beach vibe with a garden and snack bar/deli. Enjoy perks like free self parking, smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, barbecue grills and stay connected with in-room WiFi - previous guests rave about the beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$152 nightly
The total price is $174
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Beach view
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | View from room

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 3239 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The price is $189
$165 nightly
$189 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
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About the neighborhood

Map
170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629

What's nearby

  • Pismo Beach Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pismo State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 17 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 28 min drive
  • Grover Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo Station - 20 min drive
  • Santa Maria Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SeaVenture Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Boardroom Beer Pub - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Cove Motel

Dolphin Cove Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1938
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25 per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel
Dolphin Cove Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Hotel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel Motel
Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel Motel Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Cove Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dolphin Cove Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Dolphin Cove Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Dolphin Cove Motel and nearby?

Dolphin Cove Motel has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Dolphin Cove Motel like?

Dolphin Cove Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Pismo Beach Pier and 2 minutes' walk from Pismo State Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Beach
Service staff
Piers
View
Bed
Restaurant
Ocean
Store

What guests liked

  • The property's beachfront location offers stunning views and direct access to the beach, making it an ideal spot for beach lovers. (94 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near excellent dining options within walking distance. (11 reviews)
  • Free on-site parking and excellent location with easy access to the beach and surrounding amenities. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

View is amazing, the rooms were pretty decent. The patio area was a plus. Michael in the office was friendly and helpful and our check in and check out was quite fast. 5stars from me
1-night trip

8/10

This place has a million dollar view! It’s an older property with a little bit of a funky smell but view and location are perfect. If you want top of the line you can pay 10 times more down the street, but for the price you can’t beat this place.
2-night trip

8/10

Having at least two rooms that were shower handicap accessible would be even better than just one room.
1-night trip

8/10

Booked it for my parents trip and they both liked it there.
2-night trip

10/10

Nice and friendly staff Great easy access to the beach.
1-night trip

10/10

The best part of this property is the View...our room had Ocean Front View...its also conveniently located with easy parking...great value
1-night trip

10/10

The location was great the staff was friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

The staff at Dolphin Cove are so friendly! The hotel is definitely on the older side but can’t beat the value and closeness to the pier.
1-night trip

8/10

Excellent location and friendly staff. What else could you ask for. Oh it very reasonably priced. Will stay again.
2-night trip

10/10

Staff is excellent. We enjoyed our stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Location is perfect, we often stay at this place, staff are nice
1-night trip

10/10

We love the view and room was excellent
1-night trip

10/10

My second time staying here..easy check in, pleasant staff..ocean is steps away, so is the pier! Will definitely be back!
2-night trip

10/10

The location is absolutely amazing beachfront/steps from the pier/walking distance to downtown and even with the amazing location, Jimmy at check-in managed to be the best part of the visit. We are already planning our next stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Appreciated the hospitality from checkin to checkout.
1-night trip

10/10

We loved that it’s on the beach and close to everything! The only complaint I have is there’s no windows that you can open except the bathroom
2-night trip

10/10

Right by the beach
1-night trip

10/10

I had a pleasant time!
1-night trip

10/10

This was a wonderful place. Small, close to food, shopping, and the ocean. Can't wait to book again. For me personally the bed was to hard but I will bring pad next time.
1-night trip

10/10

Such a great experience! Literally on the pier and has beach access Super clean! Definitely staying again!
1-night trip

10/10

Location and ocean out front awesome.
2-night trip

10/10

I know it wasn’t the Motel‘s problem, but the water was contaminated throughout the five cities around so it was just uncomfortable. We couldn’t really wash or brush teeth or wash properly. The room just smelled like urine to me. It didn’t smell like that to my fiancé, but it did to me
1-night trip

10/10

The perfect beach stay. Everything you need right on the beach. Easy parking. Any food you want can be walked to. Has both a mini fridge and microwave. Great little motel. Very highly recommend.
2-night trip

10/10

perfect, if you want to be close to the beach. staff were very friendly.
1-night trip

10/10

Perfect location and very comfortable beds!
1-night trip