The Cliffs Resort

3 stars
2757 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, United States
Pismo Beach, CA
+1 805 773 5000
8.9
Very good
based on 1168 reviews
1,168 reviews
Fri 5/29
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Sat 5/30
2 guests, 1 room
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$154
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Nightly total
Standard room
$154
King room
$220
Queen room
$222
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Overview

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.

8.9
Very good rating
Based on 1,168 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Cliffs Resort

Fri 5/29
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Sat 5/30
King room
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$220
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$249
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$641
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Double room
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$261
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$302
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1 twin bed
$439
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Deluxe room
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$262
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$375
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$520
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Queen room
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$222
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2 queen beds
$225
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2 queen beds
$282
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Standard room
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$154
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$257
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$282
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Cliffs Resort

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tennis
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Free parking
  • Business center

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
  • 24hr front desk

Pool and spa

  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Pool with a view
  • Steam room

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)

Basics

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Shuttle service (free)
  • EV charging station
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free parking

General

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hiking
  • Golf

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Tennis

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews of The Cliffs Resort

8.9
Very good
1168 verified ratings
Wonderful
655
Very good
177
Good
140
Okay
63
Fair
62
Mediocre
30
Poor
41

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location with beautiful ocean views and friendly, helpful staff. The property is clean and well-maintained, offering comfortable rooms and a relaxing atmosphere. The on-site restaurant and amenities like the pool and spa received positive mentions. Some guests noted minor issues with parking and noise but overall enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return.
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Anonymous, Nov 2020
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 Pier3.3 mi
  • Zada Salon & Spa3.4 mi
  • North Beach Campground4 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 Resort

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September
July
$300
$421
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 67% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Cliffs Resort

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Cliffs Resort

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Cliffs Resort, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Cliffs Resort, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Cliffs Resort was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $97, while the most expensive was $544.
  • How long should you stay at The Cliffs Resort? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Cliffs Resort

  • 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 Resort located?

    The Cliffs Resort 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 Resort.

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

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

  • Does The Cliffs Resort offer free parking?

    Yes, The Cliffs Resort offers free parking.

  • Does The Cliffs Resort offer free airport shuttle service?

    Yes, The Cliffs Resort offers free airport shuttle service.

  • How far is The Cliffs Resort from the airport?

    The Cliffs Resort is 5.7 miles from San Luis Obispo County. The Cliffs Resort is 22.6 miles from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does The Cliffs Resort have a pool?

    Yes, The Cliffs Resort has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Cliffs Resort hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Cliffs Resort 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 Resort 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 Resort.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.6
3.2 mi
San Luis Obispo County
5.7 mi

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