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The Cliffs Hotel and Spa
3 stars

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

2757 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, United States
Pismo Beach, CA
See location+1 805 773 5000
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$183
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rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 1029 reviews
1,029 reviews
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The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is an upscale resort that offers comfortable accommodation for couples, families and other guests. Each room features spacious works stations, flatscreen TVs, and Italian marble. Upgraded suites come with beach and pool access, while others offer private patios and wrap-around balconies with sweeping views of the ocean.

Dining options at the hotel revolve around MARISOL, a full-service restaurant that serves California-inspired cuisine, weekend brunches, and an extensive wine list. The hotel also boasts an award-winning bar, where guests can enjoy microbrews, cocktails, and more while soaking in the scenery.

The heated, outdoor oceanfront pool offers poolside dining so guests don’t have to tear themselves away from the ocean breeze. Direct beach access is also available, as well as a full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a sauna. Guests don’t have to venture far from The Cliffs to find hiking, golf, and a winery—they’re all located within moments of the hotel.

With its location in San Luis Obispo County between Los Angeles and San Francisco, The Cliffs is close to many of the coast’s top attractions. The hotel offers a free shuttle service to San Luis Obispo Airport, 12 miles away, and the nearest Amtrak station, about 6 miles away. It’s also located within a 20-minute drive of T Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve and Pismo State Beach.

Rating
8.9
Very good
Based on 1,029 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (free)

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Pool with a view

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hiking
  • Golf

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Tennis

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

8.9
Very good
1029 verified ratings
Wonderful
557
Very good
159
Good
140
Okay
57
Fair
57
Mediocre
28
Poor
31

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's great location and amenities, such as the gym, spa, and pool. Many reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the rooms and the friendly staff. However, there were notable complaints about rude service, noise from the surroundings, and issues with value for money, particularly regarding billing practices.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8 out of 10
Amenities7.5 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Noise Level3 out of 10
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Pros (+) Beautiful place to stay! Wonderful room, great bed and amenities. Also provided the extras...gym,spa,pool. Great staff, helpful and professional as well as friendly.
Cons (-) Nothing

Location

2757 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449

What's nearby

  • Pismo Beach Pier3.2 mi
  • Zada Salon & Spa3.3 mi
  • North Beach Campground3.9 mi
  • Pismo Beach Prime Outlets4.1 mi
  • Price Historical Park4.8 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

Low season

March

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$271

Average price (weekend night)

$327
Cheapest month to stay with an average 35% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 129% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $246, while the most expensive was $493.
  • How long should you stay at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

  • What are the available services for couples spending their honeymoon at The Cliffs resort?

    If you are celebrating getting married at the resort, consider booking the Honeymoon Dreaming package for your stay. You will be given The Sunset Suite which has its own Jacuzzi tub, you will get a complimentary bottle of champagne and some chocolate, and breakfast can be enjoyed in bed every morning in privacy. Included in the package are also a couple’s massage treatment at the spa, dinner at Marisol restaurant, as well as a meal by candlelight with a local bottle of wine on your suite’s patio.

  • Can I book a combination of treatments at the spa at The Cliffs resort?

    Guests wishing for a special spa experience and a few different treatments can look into booking one of the four available spa packages. The Detoxifying Day Package goes for over 3h and includes a Detox Body Treatment, a Massage and a Facial customized to your needs. Glow Day is a 2h package which includes a Revitalizing Treatment for your body, a customized facial and an eye treatment. The Express Package includes an Express Massage and an Express Facial, followed by a scalp massage, all in under 2h. Finally, if you are looking at enjoying this experience with a friend or a partner, you can book the Cliffs Signature Couples’ Escape, which goes for over 3h, and includes for each of you a massage, a steam treatment, a Tranquility Body Treatment and an Express Facial.

  • What are the room configurations of accessible rooms at The Cliffs resort?

    The hotel offers multiple accessible rooms, all in king size configurations, with both pool view and non-view options available. All ADA compliant rooms are located on the lobby level, and they are equipped with wider bedroom and bathroom doors, lowered mattresses, and accessible bathroom features such as grab bars and roll in showers. In addition, they all have ADA compliant alarm systems.

  • Is it possible to pre-pay for my stay at The Cliffs resort?

    Whether you are looking to pre-pay for your own stay to ensure everything is set up by the time you arrive, or whether you would like to pay for the stay of a family or friend, you will be able to pre-pay room charges at the resort up to 48h prior to the arrival date. Not only can you prepay your room charges, but you are also able to add some amenities up to the day you arrive, such as food and beverage packages or room extras.

  • What is the easiest way to organize a corporate event at The Cliffs resort?

    If you are looking at organizing a business meeting or event during your stay, you can book the CMP Meeting Planners Package available at the resort, which includes the meeting room hire, a gourmet breakfast buffet, as well as lunch and guest rooms with balconies or patios for all participants. This package requires a minimum of 20 participants and is priced per person with the price depending on room occupancy. If you are after something different, the resort’s event planning expert will help you build an a la carte event going through every detail with you including room hire, catering and activities.

  • Where is The Cliffs Hotel and Spa located?

    The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is located at 2757 Shell Beach Road, 3.2 miles from the center of Pismo Beach. Pismo Beach Pier is the closest landmark to The Cliffs Hotel and Spa.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa.

  • Does The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offer free parking?

    Yes, The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offers free parking.

  • Does The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offer free airport shuttle service?

    Yes, The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offers free airport shuttle service.

  • How far is The Cliffs Hotel and Spa from the airport?

    The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is 5.7 miles from San Luis Obispo County. The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is 22.6 miles from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does The Cliffs Hotel and Spa have a pool?

    Yes, The Cliffs Hotel and Spa has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Cliffs Hotel and Spa hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa in Pismo Beach and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Cliffs Hotel and Spa.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.4

Distance to city center

3.2 mi

Nearest Airport

San Luis Obispo County

Distance to airport

5.7 mi