Pismo Beach, CaliforniaDowntown
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Coastal rooftop inn
Downtown Pismo Beach, California
Renovated
2023
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
HiltonCoastal rooftop inn
The rooftop is the point here, lifting the stay above town with an open sundeck and heated dipping pool.
What it’s good at
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Pismo Beach's wooden pier and oceanfront promenade are right outside, anchored by vintage clam shacks and surf shops.
The rooms
Calm coastal interiors keep guest quarters bright and breezy, set slightly back from the lively downtown street.
The gym
Bring a swimsuit.
The 24-hour fitness center has Peloton bikes, treadmills, and a rack of free weights beside mirrored walls.
At the table
The lobby lounge prepares California breakfast classics beneath woven pendant lamps, and pours evening cocktails along the tiled bar.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.