My husband and I decided on Pismo Beach for our Anniversary Celebration. We couldn't have made a better choice. The beach was glorious. Our room at the Cottage Inn was perfect! The staff was so nice and very helpful. We enjoyed the pool area and their beautiful garden spot where we sat and watched the whales!!! It was wonderful. Our... More

We really enjoyed our one night at this hotel. The atmosphere is charming, the grounds are beautiful, and the location was outstanding. There is a complimentary breakfast, beach access, an outdoor pool and spa, and you can walk along the beach into town and the pier. Those things were all good, but my favorite part was the relaxing garden overlooking... More

I loved our corner room right on the ocean. We could let our little dogs out into the garden from the back door. What a prime spot! Service and location was great. Only a half mile walk to the downtown area with restaurants and bars.

This property consists of six two-story buildings overlooking the ocean. It is a bit dated, but they are slowing refurbishing the rooms. The front desk was very helpful in letting us choose a room for two nights that suited us. We took advantage of their midweek 20% off rate, and it included free wi-fi and breakfast. The grounds around the... More

I chose Cottage Inn by the Sea because of its name. Lovely. Breakfast is included and is standard "included" breakfast fare. I am an athlete, so loved that you had to do stairs to get to the beach and back. Would be difficult if you can't do stairs. I think we counted 80 to 100 stairs. Pool is small but... More

I had stayed here a few years ago but my experience this time was great. I stayed in an ocean view room complete with a patio, fireplace, fridge, and microwave. The location of the room was great. You could either sit on your patio or 20 feet from the room was a garden area with chairs placed throughout so you... More

This is a 4 star. Room facing ocean is a must. Nice breakfast, but hot eggs would be a simple and welcome change. Pool is a little small. Location is very good. You can walk along the beach for 15 minutes and you'll be at main area of Pismo. It was pretty clean. Friendly people at the desk and the... More

This charming hotel was so lovely! The rooms were so great and large beds so very comfortable, breakfast was great! We really enjoyed the hot tub and pool with awesome view to the ocean. Cows on the mountains behind. Loved the fireplace in the rooms! Great location, nice to walk the beach. Friendly staff!! I thought it was nice a... More

Travelled down highway 1 on our California trip with my sister and hubby in April, decided to stop here for 3 nights before moving onto Santa Monica. Lovely cozy hotel beautiful sea views from our room, very clean and enjoyable continental breakfast. Make sure you go to hotel lobby at 4.00 pm and get your free homemade cookies they are... More