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
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (9)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Terrace
Garden
Snack bar/deli
Multilingual staff
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Fridge
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$206
NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Room options
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Heating
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
11 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
23 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Heating
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
9 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Heating
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
9 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed
Highlights
Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
23 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View
Highlights
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
301 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds
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Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Price Anniversary House - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 17 min drive
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 28 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 8 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 20 min drive
Santa Maria Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Old West Cinnamon Rolls - 3 min walk
Wooly's - 3 min walk
Splash Café - 2 min walk
SeaVenture Restaurant - 6 min walk
The Boardroom - 4 min walk
About this property
Dolphin Cove Motel
Dolphin Cove Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
21 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
What to do
On the beach
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1938
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave (on request)
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25 per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel
Dolphin Cove Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Hotel Pismo Beach
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Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel Motel Pismo Beach
Frequently asked questions
Does Dolphin Cove Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Dolphin Cove Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Dolphin Cove Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Dolphin Cove Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dolphin Cove Motel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Dolphin Cove Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Dolphin Cove Motel and nearby?
Dolphin Cove Motel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Dolphin Cove Motel like?
Dolphin Cove Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Pismo Beach Pier and 2 minutes' walk from Pismo State Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
9 February 2025
Booked it for my parents trip and they both liked it there.
WILLIAM
WILLIAM, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 February 2025
Great Staff!
The staff at Dolphin Cove are so friendly! The hotel is definitely on the older side but can’t beat the value and closeness to the pier.
Courtney
Courtney, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 January 2025
Ocean view
Location is perfect, we often stay at this place, staff are nice
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 January 2025
I had a pleasant time!
Leonel
Leonel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2024
Such a great experience!
Literally on the pier and has beach access
Super clean! Definitely staying again!
Roberto
Roberto, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Location and ocean out front awesome.
Naomi
Naomi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
perfect, if you want to be close to the beach. staff were very friendly.
Erika
Erika, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
Nice stay
Affordable and comfortable stay. Enjoyed being beach front and walking distance to everything.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2024
Great beachside location. Older room but fantastic spot.Room was very clean.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
Location location location!!
Super convenient location. The bed was absolutely comfortable. Best bed I’ve ever slept in. Love the views.
Cathy
Cathy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 December 2024
It’s a bit old and run down, you can hear your neighbors talking - but the location is perfect! It’s super clean, everything works as expected and the staff was very sweet and helpful. We had problems with our booking and they accommodated us easily. So overall we were very happy with our stay :-)
Hanka
Hanka, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 July 2024
Great location and clean rooms
Holly
Holly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2024
excellent
If you are going for the beach and ocean, this motel is by far the best in all of pismo
rosemary
rosemary, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2024
Just steps from the ocean and the pier! Friendly office staff and cute room. Quiet, dispite being next to all the action! This is my new ‘go to’ for vacations!
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2024
Great location great management team! Enjoyed every moment of staying there!
Yani
Yani, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
1 September 2024
Has an amazing view.
Derrick
Derrick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 March 2024
Perfect location and very comfortable beds!
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 August 2024
Great location and very clean motel. Walking distance to everything.
Shawna
Shawna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2024
Great location and reasonably priced.
Joann
Joann, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 September 2024
Nice little motel in a great location with a beautiful view. The rooms were clean but very small, which was exactly what was described.
Ilka
Ilka, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
I liked the proximity to the beach
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
Enjoyed the outdoor bbq area and friendliness of other guests.
corina
corina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 May 2024
We love staying here! Great location to town and peaceful!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2024
Beautiful place to wake up on the oceanfront small rooms but worth it lots of dining choices around easy walking area will stay here again
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2024
Great location with the perfect view! Can’t wait to stay again!