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653 Shell Beach Road, (formerly Shell Beach Motel), Shell Beach, CA 93449
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4 of 5 stars
kookasmom99   3 contributions
Monterey
Sep 16, 2008 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

We were looking for a hotel in the Pismo Beach area and my husband stumbled upon the Shell Beach Inn on the internet. After checking the TripAdvisor I called and made reservations. I was pleasantly surprised. It was clean and well kept. The rooms were nice enough. The only complaint I have was the bathtub was old and had scratches... more

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SDLakersFan   1 contribution
San Diego CA
Jun 24, 2008 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

We picked this place because it allowed our small dog and I am so glad we did. The rooms are great with two beds for a family of four. Located within walking distance of the Shell Beach cliffs and only a 5 minute drive to the beaches at Pismo Beach. Pool was clean and a lot of fun. I recommend... more

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4 of 5 stars
JourneyMaven   11 contributions
Maryland
Aug 5, 2006
7/7 found this review helpful

Close to the highway and the coast, the Shell Beach Inn is a simple ten-room motel that you may overlook but is worth checking out. Like motels found along the highways in the 1940s or 50s, the rooms are arranged around the parking lot and you park in your numbered spot right in front of your door. Step inside, and... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Fresno, CA
Aug 7, 2005
15/15 found this review helpful

This quiet quaint motel sits in the extreme north part of Pismo Beach. It has a homey charm, and better than average furnishings. A small heated pool was perfect to enjoy the outdoor cool foggy weather. Close enough to Morro Bay, Avila Beach and Cambria. more

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Address: 653 Shell Beach Road, (formerly Shell Beach Motel), Shell Beach, CA 93449
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