Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Pismo Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pismo Beach

With a population of 7 655, Pismo Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Pismo Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Pismo Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Vista Steak and Seafood (1601 Price St) and Oyster Loft (101 Pomeroy Ave.) are great picks.

When to visit Pismo Beach

Pismo Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$197
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pismo Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$197
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pismo Beach

Plane

When flying to Pismo Beach, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 11 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Pismo Beach include United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Pismo Beach departs from San Diego and takes around 3h 51m.

Car

Another option to get to Pismo Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 245 km from Pismo Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Pismo Beach, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 11 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Pismo Beach include United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Pismo Beach departs from San Diego and takes around 3h 51m.

Car

Another option to get to Pismo Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 245 km from Pismo Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Pismo Beach

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BFLBakersfield Meadows Field

Airlines serving Pismo Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,986 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,454 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (916 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,694 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,012 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,349 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,521 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,584 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,668 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (437 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (640 reviews)
Southwest
Good (4,301 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pismo Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Edgewater Inn And Suites and Beachwalker Inn & Suites. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Pismo Beach, with prices from $24 to $1,159 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Pismo Beach are about 139% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Pismo Beach by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Pismo Beach

Most booked hotels in Pismo Beach

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Inn at the Cove
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1761 reviews)
$257+
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Cottage Inn by the Sea
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4089 reviews)
$190+
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SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2738 reviews)
$223+
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Apple Farm
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1780 reviews)
$100+
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Madonna Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2111 reviews)
$149+
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Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2735 reviews)
$210+
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Renting a car in Pismo Beach

Renting a car in Pismo Beach costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Pismo Beach.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Pismo Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.

Renting a car in Pismo Beach costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Pismo Beach.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Pismo Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.

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