Stay at Spyglass Inn Hotel in Pismo Beach, CA
Spyglass Inn
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Stay at a beachfront property near Avila Beach with modern amenities including outdoor pool, and Wi-Fi
What You Get
- Stay for two in a classic double-queen room, classic double-queen room with balcony or patio, partial ocean-view king room with balcony, or ocean-view king room with patio & fireplace
- Kids 17 or younger stay free
Hotel at a Glance: Spyglass Inn
The California-style inn welcomes families and solo travelers, or those looking for a romantic getaway. The coastal-casual décor matches the relaxed atmosphere of this quaint surf town. Guests can explore the wineries of Edna Valley or stroll the sandy beaches.
- Direct beach access: From this hotel’s doors, it’s only a short trek to the public beach.
- Make a splash in the hotel’s outdoor pool, which is open year-round.
- Pet-friendly policy: Experience the joy of traveling with your furry friend (additional fees apply).
Pismo Beach, California: Surf Town Close to Wine Country
Pismo Beach is a small city with the recipe for California-coast appeal: sun, sand, surf, and a backdrop of hills overlooking a valley of vineyards. Weather is key to the beach culture here; Pismo Beach enjoys 315 days of sunshine each year and temperatures ranging from 66 to 84 degrees. Year-round, surfers descend on the 23-mile coast along with vacationers looking to get tans. Visitors explore isolated dunes on the southern end of town and fish off the central pier.
The warm weather and misty mornings of this coastal stretch also provide great conditions for winemaking in the nearby Edna Valley. With one of California’s longest growing seasons, the Edna Valley AVA has some of the region’s best wineries, producing large quantities of chardonnay, pinot noir, and syrah.
Amenities
- Outdoor pool
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Minifridge in room
- Pet friendly (additional fees apply)
- Direct beach access
- Fire pits
Room Details
Partial Ocean-View King Room with Balcony and Ocean-View King Room with Patio & Fireplace
- One king bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 3
- Adding occupants above standard: $10 per night for each additional guest 18 or older; kids 17 or younger stay free
Classic Double-Queen Room and Classic Double-Queen Room with Balcony or Patio
- Two queen beds
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 4
- Adding occupants above standard: $10 per night for each additional guest 18 or older; kids 17 or younger stay free
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 4 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: On-site parking $10 per night plus tax.
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property.
- Pet policy: dogs up to 50 lbs. or less may be added to select non-ocean-view rooms for an additional $40 per night ($150 maximum per stay).
- Accessibility: please contact property for handicap accessibility requests or options.
- Room upgrades: upgrades may be available at check-in for an additional cost.
Need to know info
- 72-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
- No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate
- Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
- No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in
- Must be 18+ to check in
- Credit card required at check-in
- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability
- Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
- Final price at checkout may include an additional Groupon service fee, which Groupon retains as compensation for facilitating your reservation; this fee will not exceed 6% of the nightly cost of the reservation
- For all hotel/lodgings in California booked more than 72 hours in advance, purchasers will have 24 hours after the reservation is confirmed to request a refund.
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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About Spyglass Inn
Customer Reviews
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Nathalie
2 ratings|2 reviews
It was quiet and a perfect location on the cliffs with access to two other hotels and a pretty secluded beach. The front desk staff were extremely helpful and kind.
Guest
1 rating|1 review
Had a blast walking along the bluffs and hanging at the pool. Super cool shops etc. nearby. The best part was Lily at the reception desk. Brought a smile to our faces and made our trip. She needs a raise!
Jane
4 ratings|2 reviews
Excellent and comfortable inn! Excellent service and accommodations! The room was a comfortable and beautiful ocean view.
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travelinmatecom
|1 review
Great location - but that's it. The rooms lacked functionality despite being spacious and offering scenic views. There were not enough hooks for towels or places to store clothing. Drawer space was minimal, the closet had very few hangers, and some of the furniture was noticeably worn. Screens were broken, and we even found sticky, chewy substances on the ceiling and curtains—definitely not what you’d expect at this price point.
Be aware that there is no housekeeping during your stay, no breakfast included, and parking now incurs an additional fee (as of January). While basic WiFi is free, you’ll need to pay extra for faster service. Even the bottled water in the room is $5, and a basic s’mores kit runs $15. Considering the already higher nightly rates compared to similar properties, it really starts to feel like you’re being nickel-and-dimed.
To top it off, we started receiving check-out reminders every 15 minutes beginning at 9:00 am—even though check-out isn’t until 11:00. This felt intrusive and unwelcoming.
While the property is part of the Pacifica Hotels Group, the overall guest experience and service level didn’t align with our expectations based on stays at other Pacifica properties. Unfortunately, our stay was also disrupted by loud, partying guests, which impacted our ability to relax.
B4Travel2
|1 review
Beautiful views, comfortable room, and nice walking path along the cliffs I stayed here in the past, and had enjoyed my stay, so was looking it up again for a possible return trip.
I originally was a little reluctant to book this hotel, as at the time, there were some negative reviews, but all of the hotels usually have some negative reviews, and this one was a bit more affordable, and looked to have nice views.
We ended up being happy with our room. We loved our view of the ocean! There was a ramp to the 2nd floor, so those with walkers or wheelchairs could still access it. (Assuming it hasn't been remodeled in construction). I loved the restaurant that was attached; there was a beautiful dolphin statue between the restaurant and the ocean, which added to your seaside ambiance. Sadly, it appears that the restaurant has closed. There were fire pits outside, and other seating, as well as a path that runs along the cliffs, and along the long line of hotels facing the ocean, making a nice, easy walking path, with views of the sea, as well as checking out the other hotels and restaurants along the way.
This hotel was in my consideration for a return visit. It is worth checking out, if planning to stay in the area.
108kendallc
|1 review
DISGUSTING! I was disgusted after our stay here. We decided to stay an extra night in pismo & looked for a last minute hotel, we paid $265 for a room here. Upon getting into our room, I went to put leftovers in the fridge, to which I found an old, moldy Starbucks cup. After throwing it away I went outside to the patio, where I was greeted by a smelly baggie of poop…. Even though they’re not pet friendly, there was a small dog next door to us, and a husky above us. We could hear the little dog ALL night. Went to bath my child, when I found black mold in the grout in the shower. We skipped bath time and waited until we got home. I seriously felt like I paid $20 to stay in a bum motel, but I actually paid a very high amount for a “luxury” hotel. Disgusted doesn’t even scratch the surface, we will never be back here. Asking to switch rooms wasn’t an option either, I overheard them say they were sold out to another guest who was upset about their room.