San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 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 like WiFi and self parking. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 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
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 cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite 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
Stair-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 drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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 elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's 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.
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
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 to 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 check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite 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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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 Feb 2025
Booked it for my parents trip and they both liked it there.
WILLIAM
WILLIAM, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Feb 2025
david
david, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Feb 2025
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Ocean view
Location is perfect, we often stay at this place, staff are nice
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
I had a pleasant time!
Leonel
Leonel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jan 2025
Isaac
Isaac, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jan 2025
Shaniel
Shaniel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
31 Dec 2024
No Sleep
Very nice view of the beach. The room seemed clean at first. Later, in the evening when I returned after dark I found little roaches... on the wall by the night stand, on the left corner of the foot of the bed, on the floor of the bathroom and in the shower. The office was closed. I needed to get up very early. I had no choice. It was a terrible night. I left as early as I could.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Dec 2024
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Dec 2024
william
william, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 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
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Nov 2024
Manuel
Manuel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
5 Nov 2024
Alexandria
Alexandria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 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
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
This was great little motel. The owner was very nice! We had to check in early and they were more than happy to accommodate us. The room was clean and updated. Next time though I would request a room upstairs because the people above is were quiet loud most of the time. It was in the perfect spot for us. We parked our car and never had to drive it anywhere the rest of our stay.
Kolbie
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Cameron
Cameron, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Oct 2024
Nancy
Nancy, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Great beachside location. Older room but fantastic spot.Room was very clean.
David
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
perfect, if you want to be close to the beach. staff were very friendly.
Erika
Erika, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Oct 2024
Rodolfo
Rodolfo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
19 Oct 2024
Betsy
Betsy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
excellent
If you are going for the beach and ocean, this motel is by far the best in all of pismo