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Dolphin Cove Motel

2.0 star property
Experience the perfect blend of relaxation by the sea. Unwind on the garden terrace or savor local flavors at our snack bar.

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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩130,543
₩166,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - queen
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Ocean view

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - queen
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 301 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Queen Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Ocean Front Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Two-Bedroom Suite With Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
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About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Dolphin Cove Motel is in Downtown Pismo Beach, a neighborhood in Pismo Beach. Price Anniversary House and Swinging Bridge are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Madonna Plaza Shopping Center. Dinosaur Caves Park and Central Coast Aquarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Pismo Beach travel guide
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Map
170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629

What's nearby

  • Pismo Beach Pier featuring a beach
    Pismo Beach Pier
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stunning pink sky tonight.
    Pismo State Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Pismo Beach Surf Shop
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waiting for the Sun to set at Pismo Beach, Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve, California, USA
    Pismo Preserve
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • After you stroll through the grove, follow the trail to the beach. It’s beautiful and not crowded.
    Monarch Butterfly Grove
    2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station
    9 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old West Cinnamon Rolls
    3 min walk
  • Wooly's
    2 min walk
  • Splash Café Pismo Beach
    2 min walk
  • Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana
    5 min walk
  • SeaVenture Restaurant

About this property

Dolphin Cove Motel

Motel near Pismo Beach Pier
A terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at Dolphin Cove Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dolphin Cove Motel include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1938
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is 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

Is Dolphin Cove Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Cove Motel?

As of Jan 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Cove Motel on Jan 29, 2026 start from ₩130,543, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Cove Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Downtown Pismo Beach motel is within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. Sans Liege Wines and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean, staff was very helpful, location to pier was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Room was clean, view was amazing, bed was comfortable. Very pleased! Will definitely be booking with Dolphin Cove Motel again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel at the beach in Pismo. Well priced, friendly staff. No frills but it has everything you’ll need. We’d stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced. Clean. Great beach access. Helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jolan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and it’s front of the beach. Clean room. They have amenities . Really Nice owner too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fair price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and reasonable prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was great. Easy access to the beach and the boardwalk to the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked this hotel because it was a 5 minute walk to the beach! We both enjoyed the view of the beach and the weather was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Orval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Older beach hotel. Friendly staff. Can’t beat the oceanfront location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and so close to everything. Definitely will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

The view to the beach was stunning. Bbq area awesome with the beach in the background close.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location can’t be nicer! The staff were very helpful and friendly. Very convenient parking. The rooms are small but comfortable. It is located steps from the beach and the pier. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all attractions and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location! Location! Location!! One of the many good things about this place!! Would definitely recommend staying there!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location. The owner is incredibly kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed through the week, so the hotel was quiet. The room was small but clean and neat with a great view of the ocean. It had a small mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. The convenience of being able to leave the room and walk to the pier in a couple of minutes is a plus. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and right next to the pier. Best hotel to stay with children.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The maid service was incredible, the room was immaculate. We stayed in the 2 bedroom suite it was nice and spacious with an incredible view in both rooms .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel it’s really nice close to the beach, pier its like 5 minutes away restaurants, from now on we staying in here in the future great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view from the room was beautiful! Loved the fresh ocean air coming in through the windows! Room and bathroom were clean! No complaints! Choosing a place off a web search can be risky, but I was impressed! Would love to stay a here again! Perfect location right on the beach! Could not ask for more!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s so. nice to feel cared about by the staff. Gave us a free upgrade and the next day took time to say good morning and ask if we enjoyed our stay. I will definitely come back. Every room has a view. We had a microwave and mini fridge. Very convenient especially when you have so many restaurants within walking distance. Leftovers for lunch the next day or late night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Conveniently located to shopping, restaurants and of course the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025