Perched by the ocean, Cottage Inn By The Sea offers a tranquil escape. Unwind with a dip in the outdoor pool or relax by the firepit and garden. With laundry facilities and free WiFi, your stay is sure to be seamless.
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
Monarch Butterfly Grove - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 21 min drive
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 34 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 10 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 21 min drive
Guadalupe Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Old West Cinnamon Rolls
Wooly's - 19 min walk
Splash Café Pismo Beach - 19 min walk
Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - 17 min walk
Pizmo Cafe - 17 min walk
About this property
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea puts you just a 5-minute drive from Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs. You can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
80 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Traveling with children
Fence around the pool
What to do
Beach access
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Firepit
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 14 for adults, and USD 5 to 14 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 10 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Cottage Inn Sea
Cottage Inn Sea Pismo Beach
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Cottage Inn By The Sea Hotel Pismo Beach
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Cottage Hotel Pismo Beach
Cottage Hotel By The Sea
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Cottage Inn By The Sea Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cottage Inn By The Sea offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cottage Inn By The Sea 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Cottage Inn By The Sea?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Cottage Inn By The Sea?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Cottage Inn By The Sea?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cottage Inn By The Sea?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Cottage Inn By The Sea?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Cottage Inn By The Sea and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Cottage Inn By The Sea also has a garden.
What's the area around Cottage Inn By The Sea like?
Cottage Inn By The Sea is a short 8-minute walk from Pismo State Beach and 17 minutes' walk from Pismo Preserve. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Cottage Inn By The Sea Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property offers convenient and direct access to the beach with stunning views and peaceful surroundings. (84 reviews)
The hot tub was a highlight, being well-heated and a great place to relax. (12 reviews)
The spa and hot tub were wonderful and a lovely extra to the stay. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions
Room
View
Service staff
Location
Beach
Ocean
Bed
Fireplace
Ocean view
Air conditioning
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Everything was wonderful, we loved walking the beach every night, the fire pits were fire. Staff was so nice
Cameo
Cameo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Excellent location, beachfront hotel with a cafe downstairs
Irene
Irene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2025
Love the Ocean View Rooms
We have stayed here Multiple Times and DEFINITELY Recommend it. If possible, get Ocean View Room you will Love it.
Denise
Denise, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Lovely place and great location
Comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and steps to the beach. Definitely will stay again.
Larissa
Larissa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Pismo
Very comfortable room. Beautiful view. Friendly staff.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
We enjoyed our stay! Very clean, nice rooms and great area.
Leah
Leah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Loved the view. Hotel is older but overall very nice. Wish there was continental breakfast offerrred.
ann
ann, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2025
Great location!
This is a cozy property in a prime location in Pismo Beach. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The main reason we stayed here was the location.
Maria
Maria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Beautiful property, great location
Maddie
Maddie, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2025
Cute place, pool is very small
Aatiqa
Aatiqa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Nice place and facility
Asuka
Asuka, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
Wonderful stay
Christine M
Christine M, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Very Nice Stay
The location was perfect. The views amazing and we loved having access to the beach. Was great sitting on the patio, roasting marshmallows and enjoying the ocean view.
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 2, 2025
It's cozy and nice place to stay
sangwon
sangwon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2025
Cozy & location
Gina
Gina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Would definitely stay there again.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
very nice place to stay
Mona
Mona, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
This is a charming hotel along the bluff including fireplaces, comfy beds, morning breakfast options for purchase, walkable access to restaurants and the beach (staircase), and a pool/spa and fire pits with an ocean view.
Melody
Melody, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Nice location
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Love the ocean view.
Punarjay
Punarjay, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Great stay again, super clean
Jenna
Jenna, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 12, 2025
-No pressure on shower
-Refrigerator was frozen
-When remodel forgot to unwrap something from sealing
- beach very dirty
-breakfast very limited
Jorge
Jorge, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Nice
The hotel was very up scale I really enjoyed the room
Yarid
Yarid, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Well recommend great service and greats views, also close pathway to walk down to the beach
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Stayed in a room facing the ocean and it was so relaxing. The amenities offered were excellent! Comfy bed and nice outdoor space.