The Tides OceanView Inn & Cottage
Where Classic Meets the Coast in Pismo Beach
Ahhh, Pismo Beach… an enchanting little ribbon of California coastline framed by pristine beaches, towering bluffs and majestic rolling landscapes dotted with vineyards and farms. Once you’re here, it’s like time stands still.
Amidst all this, steps from the beach, you will find The Tides OceanView Inn & Cottages. A classically designed throwback among hotels in Pismo, The Tides Inn offers affordable, immaculate and pet-friendly guest rooms and beach cottages that recall the friendly beach inns of yesteryear.
You'll find little fluff and lots of fun here – our rooms are simple, our hospitality is warm and genuine, and our rates, well, let’s just say they leave plenty left over for you to check out everything else Pismo Beach has to offer. Think surfing in the morning, wine tasting in the afternoon and restaurant options ranging from family-friendly crab shacks to romantic oceanfront bistros.
Come discover Pismo Beach as it has been experienced for generations at The Tides OceanView Inn & Cottages.

Pet-Friendly Lodging Just Steps from the Beach
Choose from 23 guest rooms and three kitchen-equipped beach cottages – many with views of the deep, blue Pacific Ocean. Perfect for families and small groups, reserve our two-bedroom Beach House perched right on the bluffs of Pismo Beach with a full kitchen and game tables.

OceanView King
Complete with direct views of the Pacific Ocean and one plush King bed, this guest room includes free wireless internet and parking.

2 Bedroom Cottage
These cottage-style vacation rentals in Pismo Beach are perfect for families or friends and can accommodate up to six people.

The Beach House
This charming 650-square-foot vacation rental in Pismo Beach offers spectacular ocean views of the California coastline. It features two bedrooms with one King bed and two Queen beds, two and a half bathrooms, a living room with three Twin sofa sleepers, a full kitchen, a game room, and more.
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What’s Nearby?
Our oceanfront hotel is located within walking distance of the Pismo Beach Pier and only five miles from Avila Beach, nine miles from San Luis Obispo and 18 miles from Morro Bay. From surfing and hiking to dune buggy rides, you’ll have plenty of options for fun things to see and do nearby during your stay in sun-kissed Pismo Beach, CA!

Explore over 800 acres of thriving wildlife and vegetation, towering oak woodlands, and unbeatable panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Discover great educational and recreational opportunities for you and the family, as well as locals and visitors of all ages.

The 1,200-foot Pismo Beach Pier is the largest pier in San Luis Obispo County! Walk down its beautiful diamond-shaped platforms, enjoy breathtaking views of the coastline, and savor a cool treat.

Located less than 10 minutes from our hotel near Pismo Beach, Oceano Dunes is the perfect site for a range of activities and sights to enjoy. There is space for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, surf fishing, surfing, swimming, and dune buggy rides, as well as spotting wildlife

An enchanting part of California’s natural history is the Monarch Butterfly migration. Located off Highway 1 in Pismo Beach, you can find a beautiful grove of Eucalyptus Trees inhabited by these breathtaking butterflies. The best time to spot these delicate creatures is between January and February!