The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

Beach hotel with spa, near Avila Hot Springs

Choose dates to view prices

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is a great choice for your beach stay in Pismo Beach, putting you near activities like surfing/body boarding, windsurfing, and kayaking. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour fitness center, a fitness center, and a hot tub are other highlights.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Internet access
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Internet in the lobby
  • Free train station pick-up
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Valet parking
  • Hot tub

For families (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

Showing 2 of 2 rooms
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window with blinds.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window with blinds.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window with blinds.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window with blinds.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View (2 Queen Non Ocean View)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (King Non Ocean View)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Similar properties

A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
9.0
Wonderful
2,174 reviews
CA $153
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the beach, and a chair.
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
8.6
Excellent
3,255 reviews
CA $155
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Edgewater Inn And Suites
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
9.2
Wonderful
1,907 reviews
CA $294
CA $337 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
9.2
Wonderful
1,470 reviews
CA $224
CA $257 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cottage Inn By The Sea
A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
9.0
Wonderful
1,322 reviews
CA $237
CA $331 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Pacific Point Resort
A modern apartment with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.4
Exceptional
332 reviews
CA $195
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Pismo Beach Club
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
8.8
Excellent
1,882 reviews
CA $195
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Spyglass Inn
A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0
Wonderful
1,716 reviews
CA $229
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
A hotel entrance with a white facade, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
8.4
Very good
1,004 reviews
CA $169
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
8.4
Very good
1,003 reviews
CA $91
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
Compare similar properties
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
2757 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

What's nearby

  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pismo Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eldwayen Ocean Park - 1 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Avila Hot Springs - 1 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 5 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 31 min drive
  • Grover Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo Station - 15 min drive
  • Guadalupe Station - 23 min drive
  • Free train station pick-up

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪San Luis Yacht Club - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

  • The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is a great choice for your beach stay in Pismo Beach, putting you near activities like surfing/body boarding, windsurfing, and kayaking. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour fitness center, a fitness center, and a hot tub are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 160 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • WiFi and wired internet access in public areas*

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Free train station pick-up

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 33.98 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Airport shuttle
    • Beach access
    • Beach towels
    • Business center/computer access
    • Concierge service
    • Fitness center access
    • Health club access
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Laundry facilities
    • Newspaper
    • Parking
    • Pool access
    • Self parking

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.95 per person

Parking

  • Valet parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
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

The Cliffs Hotel Pismo Beach
Cliffs Hotel
Cliffs Hotel Pismo Beach
Cliffs Pismo Beach
Pismo Beach Cliff Resort
Cliffs Resort Pismo Beach
Cliffs Resort
Cliffs
Cliffs Hotel Pismo Beach
Cliffs Pismo Beach
Cliffs Resort Pismo Beach
The Cliffs Resort
Pismo Beach Cliff Resort
The Cliffs
The Cliffs Hotel Spa
The Cliffs Hotel and Spa Hotel
The Cliffs Hotel and Spa Pismo Beach
The Cliffs Hotel and Spa Hotel Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Cliffs Hotel and Spa 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 The Cliffs Hotel and Spa?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa?

Yes, there's valet parking on site (charges apply).

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa and nearby?

Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. The Cliffs Hotel and Spa also has an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a sauna, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Cliffs Hotel and Spa?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Cliffs Hotel and Spa like?

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is a short 1-minute walk from The Spa at Dolphin Bay and 8 minutes' walk from Pismo Preserve.

Have a question?

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of the nicest hotels we’ve stayed at since we’ve been coming to Pismo. The staff was exceptionally kind and accommodating, from booking to the front desk to housekeeping to Marisol restaurant (who makes an excellent margarita!) The beds were very comfortable and the rooms spacious & quiet. We came at a difficult time during the quarantine and the Cliffs gave us a much needed, stress free reprieve from the rest of the world for a few days.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The hotel has a beautiful view of the ocean and the property. All of the amenities were closed do to the Covid 19 pandemic. Not the fault of the hotels. This is a beautiful place and will be booking an other weekend stay in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel - amazing service.

This hotel is always a gem. We’d been booked on a cruise among this virus issue and it’d been cancelled. Told my daughter let’s go to The Cliffs and pretend we’re on a cruise. Ate every meal at Marisol had drinks in the hot tub. It was great - hot was squeaky clean.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Was pleased with everything overall in general. Great time.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

the location, hotel being pet friendly and the cleanliness of the place.
Verified review

4/10 Fair

The check in was confusing. I booked a "classic" room with a king bed and a sea view. When I arrived the front desk gave me a garden view because the there is no such thing as a classic sea view room at there hotel. The Front Desk Manager made it right and upgraded is to a not classic sea view room. On check out they wanted an additional $180 dollars even though I prepared with expedia. After fifteen minutes of explaining and waiting for mangers they took it off the bill. Please get this problem straightened out. I am certain they will be contacting you.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

NYE

An amazing resort with a great gym.its on a cliff over a beach with views of the Channel Islands. Really nice breakfast buffet and NYE dinner/party. I will be back
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend - take me back

Highly recommend this place. Excellent service, perfect location, excellent facilities, excellent breakfast
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best places to stay in Pismo. The ocean view rooms are the best!
Verified review

6/10 Good

There was rarely anyone at the front desk. I had to ask two different people to get a blow dryer that worked and I gave up on asking some questions because there was no one around. Except the valet guys. They were all really nice. I didn’t care for the fact that the parking lot was so small that I had to valet park several times. Not a big deal, just a little annoying. The property could use a refresh. Small bathrooms. The room was fairly clean.
Verified review

4/10 Fair

No microwave, no continental breakfast.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Very nice... if only...

The view is awesome, the beds are divine with enough pillows to satisfy the pickiest pillow person! The restaurant was delightful. All that being said... the front desk staff as well as staff "in charge" of booking the shuttle van leave a lot to be desired. I'll be forgiving and chalk it up to inexperience (new hires?) because it's hard to believe that this property would allow such behavior toward paying guests. If it hadn't been for the rudeness experienced at the hands of these seemingly "careless" employees, I would have given a full "excellent" rating. Don't let the fact that this property is older deter you from enjoying it's perfect location and beautiful views. It is well maintained and the rest of the staff was absolutely attentive!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Everything was good, except, my bathing suit was taken from my room, and the staff could not find it. At checkout, they said they will try to find and send it to me,but after a week, i don;t have it, i am pretty sure it was taken from the room, i hung it on the door hanger, after returning from the swimming pool, and the next day we went out for several hours, upon return, i wanted to go swimming and my suit was gone,and the staff could not find it, so, i am pretty upset, specially, we have stayed at this hotel many a times over the past decades, the sad part is, they didn't even offer any compensation for it, was a very expensive suit and almost brand new, next time, i will make sure to mention it and just not have the room cleaned, very disappointed.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean and close to the beach. Friendly staff. Loved the pool but could be warmer as it is really foggy in the area
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Spa clean smell everywhere, not super crowded, on the water
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Hotel was great only do understand why we have to pay separate for the coffee even you paid for the vouchers!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great! Wish I would have had more time to stay and relax!!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic value
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Resort

Our stay was exactly what we needed & expected from the Cliffs....relaxing, comfortable & very enjoyable, with an amazing pool & ocean view.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy, friendly, the valet plugged in my car and made sure it was charged, the pool and hot tub were well maintained, clean and comfortable (although sometimes very busy), views and beach access were perfect
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

very nice property

staff was wonderful very accommodating we arrived at 11 and they had us in a room within 15 min was very clean. will defiantly stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and hotel / restaurant
Verified review

6/10 Good

Meh

I felt that the person checking me in should have actually told me what amenities were available to me. They told me nothing. Just checked me in. I had no idea what the place had to offer. I don’t know the name of our check in person but it was a young man with dreadlocks. He wasn’t rude but he didn’t offer any information either. The room was clean and bedding was nice but the bathroom seemed like it needed a facelift. Yellowing grout etc.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice enough

Nice property but it’s worn and dated. Beds are comfortable yet dangerously tall. Beautiful view.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Valet staff was awesome...our room was clean, quiet and cozy... front desk staff was not super friendly... but they had many people in and out and were trying to manage the flow of guests. Beautiful location and ambiance. Avoid the Spa at all costs- got a massage and came back bruised terribly. I get massages regularly from all over and never ever have I been bruised. Feeling sore after a deep tissue is normal but I was literally black and blue to the point where it was hard to sleep/sit in our car.