Pismo Beach Area Information
Enjoy Our Hotel's Perfect Location in Pismo Beach, CA
Pacifica Hotel Company has partnered with Fodor's Travel to produce a comprehensive California Coastal Travel Guide. This guide provides information on the best places to explore, the best beaches and the most popular area attractions in each region on the California Coast. Please click here to download the guide and start planning your own exploration of the California Coast.
With so much to do in the area, there's a good chance you'll want to extend your stay at the Sandcastle Inn in this laid-back and likeable part of California's Central Coast. Pismo Beach sits right on the coast, south of the rolling farmlands of Salinas and just north of Santa Barbara.
Central Coast Outdoors specializes in distinctive adventures along the Central Coast of California where you will expereince some of the wildest coastline and largest open spaces in the state. Small and Large Group Tours may choose kayaking, biking or hiking along the incredible coast.
There are a number of wineries offering tastings and tours close to Pismo Beach, and our front desk staff can gladly help you schedule those during your stay here at the Sandcastle Inn.
We think you'll especially love the local flavor as demonstrated in our favorite Pismo Beach restaurants, eclectic shops and museums. Other popular activities include seeing the Monarch Butterfly Grove, or taking some time for many different types of water sports. Whatever else you may choose to do, we especially encourage you walk out on the Pier to see one of our amazing sunsets.
The Sandcastle Inn is the perfect spot for your adventures in California's Central Coast, so start planning your getaway by making your reservations online today or by calling 1-800-822-6606.
Suggested Itenaries
- San Luis Obispo County's Vines & Wines and Sand & Surf.
Click here to learn more about the best way to experience the best of SLO County. - San Luis Obispo County features many art galleries, museums and cultural events.
Click here to learn more about the celebration of our arts.
Children's Educational Experiences
Here are some delightful children's educational itineraries which highlight nature and agriculture in the region. Guests may choose from the following activities based on children's interests or preferences:
- Monarch Butterfly Grove – Docents available for tours and education
- Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery – Docents available for education and information on migration, mating and birthing.
- Morro Bay Natural History Museum offers children interactive displays and educations opportunities regarding the region as well as the San Luis Obispo Children's Museum
- The Luffa Farm
- Green Acres lavender farm
- Pick your own fruit at the Avila Valley Barn along with participating in a hay ride



