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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (451)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(451)
The price is $139
$139
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
7.4 out of 10, Good, (583)
7.4/10
Good
(583)
The price is $89
$89
$119 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1173)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1173)
The price is $109
$109
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1002)
The price is $64
$64
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1724)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(1724)
The price is $169
$169
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages3.0 star property
2.3 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(150)
The price is $99
$99
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.5 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
8.2/10
Very Good
(1000)
The price is $69
$69
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1524)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1524)
The price is $164
$164
$228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1616)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1616)
The price is $149
$149
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach3.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.4 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1552)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1552)
The price is $135
$135
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1002)
The price is $172
$172
$238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
SeaVenture Beach Hotel3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.5 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (966)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(966)
The price is $175
$175
$235 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1365)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1365)
The price is $116
$116
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton4.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.3 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1004)
The price is $171
$171
$197 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach2.5 star property
855634304, 5.2 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1682)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1682)
The price is $109
$109
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (691)
8.2/10
Very Good
(691)
The price is $63
$63
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2586)
8.6/10
Excellent
(2586)
The price is $124
$124
$142 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1000)
The price is $149
$149
$202 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1169)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1169)
The price is $85
$85
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1000)
The price is $116
$116
$144 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
When is the best time to visit Shell Beach?
When is the best time to visit Shell Beach?Our prices for hotels in Shell Beach are cheapest in January
When is the best time to visit Shell Beach?
When is the best time to visit Shell Beach?
Our prices for hotels in Shell Beach are cheapest in January
Price trends for hotels in Shell Beach
Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
Currently viewing crowd sizes and weather for December.
Typical weather for Pismo Beach
December
Low crowds
High 16°C / low 8°C. Sunny most days.
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December, Low crowds, average high temperature 16 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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January, Low crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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February, Low crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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March, High crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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April, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 19 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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May, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 20 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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June, High crowds, average high temperature 22 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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July, High crowds, average high temperature 24 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 15 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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August, High crowds, average high temperature 24 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 15 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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September, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 25 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 15 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 23 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 14 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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November, Low crowds, average high temperature 19 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Check out reviews of Shell Beach hotels guests love
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
10/10 Excellent
"Stayed here numerous times with our dog, it’s been a pleasure every time!! Rooms are clean, all the essentials are met, great rates and very convenient location!! We look forward to our next visit!"
Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North
10/10 Excellent
"Great staff and the room was clean"
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
10/10 Excellent
"Tasty omelette plenty of parking "
Madonna Inn
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was a dream! This place is incredible "
Cottage Inn By The Sea
10/10 Excellent
"View"
Edgewater Inn And Suites
10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very polite and helpful"
Spyglass Inn
10/10 Excellent
"Very nice "
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
10/10 Excellent
"Great stay! Very clean and friendly staff."
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
10/10 Excellent
"Very clean, staff was friendly and helpful"
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