The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is located on a cliff overlooking Shell Beach. The hotel offers a full-service spa, an oceanfront outdoor swimming pool and a balcony in every guest room. The Cliffs Hotel and Spa features a 42-inch flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a work desk. Guests at the Cliffs can use the hot tub or the sauna. A 24-hour gym with modern cardiovascular and weight training equipment is also available. Marisol restaurant at The Cliffs offers Latin cuisine, indoor and outdoor seating, and live entertainment. Room service is also available. Upon request, a free shuttle service is provided to the San Luis Regional Airport and Amtrak Station. Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve and Pismo State Beach are within a 20-minute drive of the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness center

Golf course (within 2 miles)


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Krissy
    United States of America United States of America
    The beds were amazing! So comfortable and the pillows were to die for. The service was impeccable from the valet, bell service, front desk, ladies at the pool, cleaning staff, and restaurant. 5 star service!
  • Gina
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything! The rooms are great. The pool and hot tub. The staff very friendly.
  • Sierra
    United States of America United States of America
    The decor was beautiful and it was clean with an amazing view. Everything you needed was right there and they had an amazing restaurant with delicious food and great service

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Marisol
    • Cuisine
      American • Mexican
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • WiFi in all areas
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness center
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and costs $40 per 24 hours.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Visa Discover Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Cliffs Hotel and Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Nightly facility fee includes:

- WiFi

- Shuttle service

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Cliffs Hotel and Spa

  • The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is 3.1 miles from the center of Pismo Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Couples' massage
    • Movie nights
    • Foot bath
    • Locker rooms
    • Fitness
    • Beach
    • Beauty services
    • Live music/Performance
    • Full-body massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Facial treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area

  • The prices at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Cliffs Hotel and Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Marisol

  • Room options at The Cliffs Hotel and Spa include:

    • Double
    • Quad