Dune Surfer Inn
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8.3Excellent
(100 Ratings)
"I love that it’s family owned!! They were so nice and friendly in the office. Our room was very clean and beds were comfortable. Very close to beach access."
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Located on the Pacific Boulevard in Oceano, California, this motel is 0.7 miles from Pismo State Beach and 4 blocks from the Oceano Dunes. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
Golf course (within 2 mi)
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Top rated by guests
8.3Excellent
(100 Ratings)
"I love that it’s family owned!! They were so nice and friendly in the office. Our room was very clean and beds were comfortable. Very close to beach access."
Verified guestDon't miss out! Price and availability may change
Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
Giving this hotel was rated 2 star, I had low expectations. I was pleasantly surprised. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. I chose this location to be in walking distance to a California destination that most don't know about.
The walls are thin. You can hear what's going on in the room next to you. Bring white noise.
10.0 / 10.0
I love that it’s family owned!! They were so nice and friendly in the office. Our room was very clean and beds were comfortable. Very close to beach access.
Loved everything!
9.0 / 10.0
The location was perfect for us. Our family was camping on the dunes. The room was comfortable and clean.
It should probably be noted during check in that servicing the room is upon request.
5.0 / 10.0
Close to the activities in the beach
Very hard beds checked in at check in time and room still wasn't available
7.0 / 10.0
Clean
No amenities
3.0 / 10.0
Location
price, and parking
7.0 / 10.0
It’s a great location. Easy to find. It was the most affordable option and I didn’t have high expectations. It was ok for one night:
Noise travels easily in this hotel. I could hear the room next to me, but not a big deal as we also got up early.
3.0 / 10.0
Nothing, I felt uncomfortable staying here after seeing how unclean it was
Strong smell of urine in the room. The sheets were stained on the bottom and top sheets, hairs on the pillows. Clearly not changed. Shower head clogged up with dirt. Wouldn’t recommend!
7.0 / 10.0
Great location & price
Housekeeping starts early with no regard for sleeping guests in room next to rooms being cleaned. Super loud ramming I presume mop/ broom into walls. Was not able to get good rest past 7am
9.0 / 10.0
Clean and nice room, perfect for the whole family.
Rooms are poorly soundproofed.Was no big issue, but you should be aware, that you hear your neighbours pretty good.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved this place! Beds were very comfortable, and the staff was friendly.
Nothing!
6.0 / 10.0
The location was within good distance to downtown Pismo Beach and surrounding areas.
Although the room was clean, there was unpleasant a smell upon walking in. Approached a member of housekeeping to ask for clean towels, in which replied he didn’t understand English. Called the front desk to ask for the clean towels and they were bought to the room shortly after. There was some noise from other guest but for the most part, it was quiet.
9.0 / 10.0
The room and bathroom were both clean. We arrived early, and when we called the front desk, they told us the room was ready. That was perfect because we needed to use the bathroom. We forgot our laptop charger, but the front desk came to the rescue by letting us borrow one. Kayla and her nice assistant (Chloe) were so pleasant to talk with and kind. Now, we have a go-to place for our next visit to the area (we're also fans of The Great American Melodrama). Not too far from Pismo Beach, a short drive to San Luis Obispo, and walking distance to the dunes/beach.
The Wi-Fi was slow (needed to do work for a couple of hours). Used our phone's mobile hotspot instead, so it's all good.
8.0 / 10.0
I liked how close this place way from the dunes and pismo.
The rooms weren’t that clean, for example under the beds weren’t, but the rest of the place was clean.
8.0 / 10.0
Convenient and friendly staff
Family and pet friendly
8.0 / 10.0
Perfect location
The diverter valve in the shower needed replacement
8.0 / 10.0
Great beach location with local amenities like a lovely Mexican restaurant across the street plus general store with supplies and beachy items for sale. The nearby 50’s diner on the highway was very overpriced for what was offered so I’d avoid in the future. Solid beach motel, basic but clean and staff were pleasant.
In room coffee amenities were very sparse.
9.0 / 10.0
Check-in was quick and easy. I travelled with children, and we were gifted s'mores kit to roast on the beach. The front desk clerk was so attentive and helpful. There is a Mexican restaurant across the street and a convenience store right next door to the Inn. 5 min drive to the beach. The room was so nicely decorated and there were plenty of big fluffy pillows.
The walls were thin, and I thought that would be an issue because I could hear the guests next door as well as music from the restaurant across the street; but after 8 pm, it was quiet enough to hear a pin drop, and it remained quiet throughout the night even until checkout time by 11 am, so I worried for nothing. There was not anything at all to dislike.
8.0 / 10.0
Clean and close to beach
Loud, too close to the road.
8.0 / 10.0
Location to the beach
No coffee maker or appropriate containers to heat water in the microwave. Also no hook or towel bar in bathroom to hang up towels.
1.0 / 10.0
Location, only positive thing is that it was close to the beach.
Dirty. Looked like someone was there and maybe we rushed them out? Not sure why else the sink would be dirty, bath with hair, pet hair all over the place.
6.0 / 10.0
location was great, convenient store on 1 side and a restaurant on the other and it right next to the beach
it smelled like cat urine and when I checked out i had to hunt down the manager because they weren’t in the office and wouldn’t answer the phone..
8.0 / 10.0
the rate and location!
but all the restaurants nearby close early.
5.0 / 10.0
Location
Outside window to check in. $20.00 early check in fee. No ice, snacks or personal care items for convenience. Obnoxious neighbors that were complained about, but never addressed by management.
6.0 / 10.0
N/A
Hot water and shower knob loose
2.0 / 10.0
The hotel does not keep someone at the front desk. I was waiting for 10-15 along with another couple also trying to check into their room at about 5pm for someone to come and give a room key.
The hotel was on the Corner of a very busy intersection and traffic noise was extreme. Noise from other vacationers was also loud.
The white shower curtain was soiled back on the bottom section that touches the floor and the area where you feet are.
The decorative pillows on the bed looked old and dirty. The blanket on my bed was filled with about a cup of sand that got all over me and the bed. Hi
5.0 / 10.0
nice room, not very small
towels are not clean
there are the hairs around
4.0 / 10.0
Wasn’t cleaned before us. Had to remove food from drawers and wipe off surfaces and sink and mirror.
5.0 / 10.0
Lawn care early in the morning/ blower right in front of our room 😖
7.0 / 10.0
very clean and thoughtfully decorated.
the ice machine was out of order and we had some issues with the amenities
3.0 / 10.0
Basic tidy rooms
Super thin walls, kept up in the middle of the night by neighbouring rooms. Check in on Booking.com says 3pm but when you arrive it’s strictly no check in until 4.
1.0 / 10.0
Room wasn't ready, got locked out of our room in Pj's took someone an hour to get there. No one on premises, no ice, no coffee machine. People cleaning and blowing property at 7 am and yelling.
8.0 / 10.0
The room was clean and was happy to see a mini frig and coffee pot. The bathroom was large and it was the first time I've ever seen makeup remover available for guests.
More tabletop to set things down on. The room had a six drawer dresser that I hate using because you may leave something behind. A shelf unit to hold the TV and give you more like a tabletop so you can see your belongings. Only a flat sheet on the bed with a blanket folded in the closet area. A bed runner is not necessary. Several small pillows instead of two large ones. However, to the eye it was appealing the way they set it up.
10.0 / 10.0
It was a nice place to stay, everything you need in a hotel, also a plus was bbq pits in the back, which I'll definitely use next time.
There needs to be wash towels in the restroom, I seen two on the sink, but thought it was for only for the sink.
9.0 / 10.0
Location & Price
Not enough towels.
7.0 / 10.0
location and facilities
Matt was not clean as expected
FAQs
Is parking included with this motel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Dune Surfer Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Dune Surfer Inn pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Dune Surfer Inn?
We found 1 amenities for this rental. This includes , and golf course (within 2 mi).
