Inn at the Cove

3.5 star property

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Oceanview Poolview King | Balcony view
Terrace/patio
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Lobby
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
2651 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Pismo Preserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Oceanview Poolview King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(114 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Oceanfront Two Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Oceanfront King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(270 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Pismo Beach

When you stay at Inn at the Cove in Pismo Beach, you'll be on the beach, a 3-minute drive from Pismo Beach Pier and 6 minutes from Avila Hot Springs. .This beach hotel is 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Avila Beach.

What's nearby

  • Pismo Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 5 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 11 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Boardroom Beer Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Morenos Taqueria - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Inn at the Cove

On beach with outdoor pool, near Pismo Beach Pier
Inn at the Cove offers 52 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 52 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Heated pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

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 and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Shelter Cove
Best Western Plus Shelter Cove Lodge
Best Western Plus Shelter Cove Lodge Hotel
Best Western Plus Shelter Cove Lodge Hotel Pismo Beach
Best Western Plus Shelter Cove Lodge Pismo Beach
Best Western Shelter Cove
Best Western Shelter Cove Lodge
Shelter Cove Best Western
Shelter Cove Lodge
Inn Cove Pismo Beach
Inn Cove
Cove Pismo Beach
Best Western Plus Shelter Cove Hotel Pismo Beach
Best Western Shelter Cove Hotel
Inn at the Cove Hotel
Inn at the Cove Pismo Beach
Inn at the Cove Hotel Pismo Beach

Inn at the Cove Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1383 out of 1660 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1660 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1660 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1660 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1660 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamelyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We first were staying at another hotel but we didn’t like it so we changed to this one and OMG it saved our vacation. It was the best decision we made for our trip. Loved the hotel and the location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis, Salinas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone and everything was awesome! Except for the weather (it rained), we really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and view of the Pacific Ocean was amazing! pool and jacuzzi was great. Breakfast was really great too! Waffles, scrambled eggs, and sausage links was really good. Cherish was so nice! Can’t wait to come back to ?stay again:)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Rancho Cucamonga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific staff, great views and the property is well kept, clean and offers so much for their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Newark

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible hotel with an amazing view. Would highly recommend and would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, private ocean cove was awesome. Walk path to the village was convenient and allowed direct access to the beach. Unfortunately, the bed was very uncomfortable and we woke up stiff and sore. Still a great place - just needs better mattresses.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Great place for couples needing to get away.

Wonderful place for couples to stay, great view , good breakfast, very nice rooms particularly the ocean view rooms , I can sit on sit on the patio all day and just look at the view. Pismo is very close and not far from SLO, we just had food delivered.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Newark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was almost like being in a all inclusive resort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this hotel, condition was good but the mattress was very uncomfortable. Both my husband and I couldn’t sleep
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin

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

Awesome Stay

Awesome place, nice decor beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. So many spots to hang out around the property (swings, tables, chairs). Absolutely beautiful! We loved hanging out on our patio and watching the sunset. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melina

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ocean views!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianfranco, Carpinteria

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025