Pet-Friendly Hotels in Pismo Beach, CA

Nestled between the bays of San Francisco and the bright lights of Los Angeles, Pismo Beach is the ultimate California retreat located along the coveted central coast. Classic beach town vibes and tons of outdoor activities create a unique atmosphere for the perfect destination for you and your furry companion. We have the best dog-friendly and cat-friendly hotels in Pismo Beach to be your home away from for an unforgettable vacation.

Start at the Pismo Beach Pier & Promenade, a 60-acre pristine beachfront area complete with volleyball courts, playgrounds, benches, and ocean access. Here, the pier dates back more than 130 years and is over 1,200 feet long, making it the 16th longest pier in the state. There's plenty of boardwalk to explore, and you are your pup can walk along the sandy shores while enjoying the fresh ocean breeze at this bustling epicenter of Pismo surf and turf.

You'll have a wildly awesome time at Dinosaur Caves Park, an oceanfront, bluff-top green space that sprawls more than 10 acres. The park surrounds a 50-foot brontosaurus sculpture, and the grounds boast a large play area, swings, and fun dinosaur equipment. The site is popular with locals and visitors alike for the dog-friendly walking trails, fishing and scenic landscape.

Hit the sandy hills at the dog-friendly Pismo State Beach found along the beautiful shores of the central coast. It's the perfect spot for paddleboarding, surfing, swimming, fishing, and just basking in the sun. Walking trails wind through the stunning coastal sand dunes that surround Oceano Lagoon. The famous Pismo State Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove welcomes visitors from late fall through early spring and is one of just five places in California that boasts more than 10,000 butterflies each year.

For a hidden adventure that's minutes from our pet-friendly downtown Pismo Beach hotels, make the short drive to the Bob Jones City to the Sea Trail. The shady 2.5-mile begins behind a classic farm and runs through the breathtaking Avila Valley, following the banks of a gorgeous stream until it hits Avila Beach. You and Fido can then choose from two off-leash dog beaches, Olde Port Beach and Fisherman's Beach to run and splash in rolling waves.

No trip to California is complete without a little shopping, and Fido is welcome to join you at some of the city's best retail destinations. Pismo Beach Premium Outlets allow pups to walk throughout the open-air shopping mall with their owners. And California's beautiful year-round weather makes grabbing delicious meals al fresco on the patio of local dog-friendly restaurants an ideal way to enjoy a meal with a view. Sample some of the fresh cuisine offerings while overlooking the ocean sunset before heading back to your hotel in Pismo Beach that accepts pets.

Don't forget to check out our pet-friendly hotels nearby in San Luis Obispo, Arroyo Grande and Paso Robles.