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Cottage Inn by the Sea: Traveler Reviews

2.5 of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012
humu1 Fontana, California
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Fontana, California
Top Contributor
58 reviews 58 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
“Cozy hotel on a cliff.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012 via mobile

My family and I visit this hotel at least once a year and are always pleased. The staff is very friendly. This time our warmest greeting was given upon exiting the lobby by a maintenance employee, someone who might ignore you elsewhere. The garden along the oceanside rooms make the setting even more picturesque. The rooms, while not grandeur or spacious, are very cozy: gas fireplace, ceiling fan, flat screen TV, comfortable bedding, etc. It looks like they have addressed a previous concern of mine and now offer more than one type of pillow. Also, the continental breakfast is presented nicely in a nook setting, which includes bakery items from a local bakery and diy waffles. Plus, you can eat inside or outside on the patio. Many people take their breakfasts back to their rooms. Overall, I cannot compliment the Cottage Inn enough. Every stay is a memorable one.

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bakersfield, California
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19 reviews 19 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A little off the beaten path”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2012

This is a great escape in a popular vacation spot. Hot tub, heated pool, beach access (stairs), great views, and in-room fireplace.

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  • Stayed January 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Fresno, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Beautiful place, great service.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2012

We stayed two nights in pet-friendly room. Great experience from start to finish. Dog run behind the pet rooms was perfect. Room was very clean, and we loved the fireplace. Our room didn't have an ocean view, but it was just a short walk to the heated pool, hot tub, and garden area where table and chairs were available to sit and enjoy the gorgeous view! Stairs to the beach were great for the kids. Staff was friendly and very accommodating of our needs. Given the opportunity, we will be back!

  • Stayed December 2011, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Los Angeles, California
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44 reviews 44 reviews
44 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
“Cozy hotel with excellent ocean view rooms, not the greatest sleep though”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2011

We stayed here just for 1 night on our way up to San Francisco and it was quite a nice place with excellent views of Pismo Beach. The room clean and well laid out however, there was a very annoying electrical hum in the room that caused us to not get much sleep. The breakfast (which was included) was a pretty basic spread but good enough to help us on our way. I would probably not stay here again though because we are light sleepers and the humming sound was really quite bad.

Room Tip: Be sure to visit "ALEX" BBQ restaurant just up the street for some great ribs.
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  • Stayed December 2011, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Henderson, NV
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Great place for a night or two”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2011

We stopped here for a night on our way up the coast and couldn't have been happier. The room was clean and spacious, the gas fireplace was a nice touch. The spot on the beach is great, easy access for a walk up and down the coastline (as long as you don't mind a few stairs down.) For the price, I was impressed.

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  • Stayed September 2011, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
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Address: 2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
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Region: United States > California > Pismo Beach
Amenities:
Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Pismo Beach
#8 Business Hotels in Pismo Beach
#9 Family Hotels in Pismo Beach
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Cottage Inn by the Sea is located on the Bluffs of Pismo Beach, California, overlooking a dramatic stretch of the Pacific. Our hotel features English country décor, stunning views, an inviting sundeck and pool overlooking the ocean. ... more   less 
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