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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, pool views

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

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Location
Policies

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Parking included

Explore the area

2727 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

The Spa at Dolphin Bay1 min walk
Avila Hot Springs2 min drive
Pismo Beach Pier4 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)14 min drive

Amazing room- huge and clean with every amenity. The hotel grounds are gorgeous and the cliffside views spectacular.

Sep 5, 2021

Room options

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Ground Floor)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

149 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Poolside (Ground Floor)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

149 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non-Ocean View

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

93 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

8/10 Very Good

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

149 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

93 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

149 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

93 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

149 sq m
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

93 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Penthouse, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

195 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View, Ground Floor

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

93 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Penthouse, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

195 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchen

93 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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Pool

Breakfast included

Parking included

Free WiFi

SAR 912 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jum. I - 28 Jum. I

About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

Located in Pismo Beach, Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa is near the airport and near the beach. Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and rock climbing.

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What's nearby

The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 1 min walk
Pismo Preserve - 5 min walk
Avila Hot Springs - 2 min drive
Pismo Beach Pier - 4 min drive
Monarch Butterfly Grove - 5 min drive

Getting around

Grover Beach Station - 12 min drive
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

Old West Cinnamon Rolls - 4 min drive
Wooly's - 4 min drive
Avila Valley Barn - 3 min drive
Kraken Coffee Company - 4 min drive
Splash Café - 4 min drive

About this property

Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa

Luxury resort by the ocean, refurbished in 2016

Consider a stay at Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Sip on a glass of local wine at this resort, which boasts a tasting room, winery tours, and a vineyard. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 15 hot springs or sauna, and indulge in reflexology, a sports massage, or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site Californian cuisine restaurant, Lido at Dolphin Bay, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour business center. Stay connected with free wired internet, and guests can find other amenities such as a spa tub.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

Swimming pool with pool umbrellas
Free self parking and valet parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, an outdoor pool, and express check-out

Room features

All 60 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Highchairs, art supplies, and free infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Free valet parking on site
Electric car charging station on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Airport shuttle on request
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 mi

Food and drink

Full breakfast available for a fee daily: USD 15-50 for adults and USD 1-25 for children
1 restaurant
1 poolside bar and 1 bar
Room service available
Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

Lido at Dolphin Bay

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Fitness center
Outdoor pool
Private picnics
Private winery tours
Public winery tours
Sauna
Spa services
Spa tub
Wine tasting room
Yoga classes

Family friendly

Art supplies
Children's games
DVD player
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator
Highchair
Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Outdoor pool
Pool gate
Separate dining area
Sofa bed
Washer/dryer

Conveniences

ATM/banking services
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

24-hour business center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Vineyard

Spa

15 hot springs
4 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Detox wraps
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - prenatal
Massage - sports
Massage - Swedish
Massage/treatment rooms
Reflexology

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille signage
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchairs available on site

Couples dining
Renovated entire property - April 2016
Romance packages available
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Free cribs/infant beds
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillow-top mattress
Premium bedding
Queen sofa bed

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels

Entertainment

Cable channels
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
iPod dock

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining room
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop

Outdoor space

Balcony or patio

Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Free local calls
Free newspapers
In-room massage
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Separate sitting area
Turndown service
Washer and dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 65 per accommodation, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Up to 4 lbs per pet

Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 34.05 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Concierge service
Faxes
Fitness center access
Housekeeping
Internet access
Newspaper
Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15–50 for adults, and USD 1–25 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (roundtrip)
Pet fee: USD 65 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Bay Dolphin

Dolphin Bay

Dolphin Bay Pismo Beach

Dolphin Bay Resort

Dolphin Bay Resort Pismo Beach

Resort Dolphin Bay

Dolphin Bay Hotel Pismo Beach

Dolphin Bay Resort And Spa

Dolphin Bay Resort Spa

Dolphin Bay And Spa Pismo

Dolphin Bay Resort And Spa Resort

Dolphin Bay Resort And Spa Pismo Beach

Dolphin Bay Resort And Spa Resort Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access starts at 8:00 AM.

Is Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 4 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 65 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 10:00 AM–6:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 15 per person applies.

Where is Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury resort is within a 5-minute walk of The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve. Margo Dodd Park and Avila Hot Springs are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

5 Ram., 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing room- huge and clean with every amenity. The hotel grounds are gorgeous and the cliffside views spectacular.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Felicia, Placentia

Traveled with family

23 Sha., 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel was very nice, our room was excellent and the pool was really well maintained. We had a 2 bedroom unit near the pool that was great for our group of 5. The pool area did get a bit rowdy. We also found there to be limited on-site food options. The Lido restaurant was a little pricy as a family option. We got some drinks there a few times and had a issues with the staff, including on the last night when the bartender appeared to be impaired. Otherwise, the location in Shell Beach lends itself to good views, but you have to drive to get to a sandy beach. Overall, very nice option for a family with comfortable, well-appointed suites that feel quite luxurious.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Wilson

Traveled with family

13 Sha., 2021

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fruit flies

Nice hotel and staff were really pleasant and accommodating. Pool incredibly warm and very nice attendants. We stayed in a one bedroom unit which was very well sized and comfortable. BUT, one drawback. When we checked in we noticed a lot of fruit flies in our room. Easily more than a hundred, maybe 200? I asked the valet to inform the front desk and I called down and they said it was somewhat normal? I went down and asked if we could change rooms or pay to upgrade to any room without bugs. Front desk said they were fully booked but did send maintenance to set up fly traps. First night traps killed about 5, but I swatted about 50. Second night I killed near 150 (evidence below). Third night was fine with just a dozen randomly popping up. But not what you want on a vacation for excess of $500/night.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

8 Sha., 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We loved the pool and view and cleanliness and ease of parking and room service. At times it was quite loud and busy at pool. Would have been great to have a few more fire pits near cliff view.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe

2 Raj., 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

2 Raj., 2021

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

They dont have us in system at first so the manager shes so nice she gave us upgraded room and because we have to wait for room to clean she offered some free appetizer at the bar while were waiting.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

28 Jum. II, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a 2 bedroom beachfront unit with a beautiful view. The unit is very spacious and attractively furnished. We had a pleasant stay. The area around Pismo beach does not have much to do though. We visited a beach and Morro Bay. The only complaint is the price is high on this hotel. We paid $1000 per night for our stay. Also we were not able to eat at the hotel restaurant as we did not have a reservation (despite having lots of open table). The pool looks decent but we did not use it as we saw lots of babies in diapers.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

21 Jum. II, 2021

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

17 Jum. II, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel has waterfront view with astonishing landscape. We had one bedroom which size is bigger than most of other properties we stayed (we are travelers and stay in many compatible hotels). The bed is comfortable which is a good measurement if a hotel is up to a par for me, as to others. Services here are great in general, though they missed a couple small items that we requested in our room services. Overall, it’s a great place to stay. Will recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler, Traveled with family

2 Jum. II, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay with family. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Facilities were great. Will definitely stay again at the resort

Stayed 1 night in May 2021

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Conveniences

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