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4.0/5
Based on 820 guest reviews
- We have an outdoor pool ready for use
- Airport shuttle provided
- Fitness / Gym is on-site
- 162 rooms in property
- Hotel has 5 floors
- Hotel has 27 suites
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Group score of 7.5/10
- 5 conference rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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The Cliffs Nightly Rate 1 King Balcony Overlooking Pool and Ocean 1 King Balcony Overlooking Pool an
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The Cliffs Nightly Rate 2 Queen Balcony Overlooking Pool and Ocean 2 Queen Balcony Overlooking Pool
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The Cliffs Nightly Rate King Bed Ocean View From Balcony King Bed Ocean View From Balcony
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The Cliffs Nightly Rate King Terrace View Dog Friendly 55 Dollars King Terrace View Dog Friendly 55
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Local Attractions
Beach, Hearst Castle, Wine Tasting, Kayak and Hummer Tours
Map Location of The Cliffs
Property Description
One hundred and sixty-two elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites await your arrival at the preferred full-service oceanfront resort on the Central Coast. While conveniently located midway from Los Angeles and San Francisco, The Cliffs Hotel and Spa makes the perfect haven. The Cliffs offers exceptional services and amenities, with wonderful views of the rugged Pacific coastline and 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Features include: full service restaurant and room service, fitness center, year-round heated pool, beach access, concierge and valet parking.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2022 |
| Floors: | 5 |
| Rooms: | 162 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 162 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 27 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 5 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 17842 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 562 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Pool Info: Pool open from 8am-10pm. Pool heated to 85 degrees all year. Towels available at the front desk, weekend food and drink service offered |
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| Ownership: | Boutique Hotel Collection |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 72-hour for individuals, 30 days prior to arrival or more with no fee |
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| Nightly Parking: | $20 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | Varies |
| Total Taxes: | 13.25% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $25.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Alarm clock
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Sauna
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- Terrace
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
San Luis Obispo County Airport is serviced by America West, Sky West, and Mesa Air, with daily flights from San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offers complimentary transportation to and from the airport, approximately fifteen (15) minutes.
Airport Shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Splash Cafe - Start your day with their famous clam chowder and other breakfast options, just 0.8 miles away from the hotel.
- Lunch: Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - Indulge in authentic Italian cuisine at this local favorite, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Ventana Grill - Enjoy delicious seafood and stunning ocean views at this popular restaurant located 1.5 miles from The Cliffs Hotel&Spa.
- Activity: Pismo Beach Pier - Take a leisurely stroll along the iconic pier, located just 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Old West Cinnamon Rolls - Treat yourself to their famous cinnamon rolls and other breakfast delights, only 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Wooly's Beach Bar & Grill - Enjoy casual beachside dining and tasty burgers at this laid-back spot, just 0.7 miles away from the hotel.
- Dinner: Cracked Crab - Savor fresh seafood and their famous crab buckets at this lively restaurant, situated 1.3 miles away from The Cliffs Hotel&Spa.
- Activity: Dune Buggy Tours - Experience the thrill of riding dune buggies on the sandy beaches, located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Honeymoon Cafe - Start your day with delicious breakfast options and specialty coffee at this charming cafe, only 1.1 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Zorro's Cafe & Cantina - Enjoy Mexican cuisine and refreshing margaritas at this lively restaurant, just 0.9 miles away from the hotel.
- Dinner: Lido at Dolphin Bay - Delight in fine dining and oceanfront views at this upscale restaurant, situated 3.2 miles away from The Cliffs Hotel&Spa.
- Activity: Monarch Butterfly Grove - Witness the breathtaking sight of thousands of monarch butterflies during their migration season, located 2.7 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
Cliffs Resort, The Cliffs Resort
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Cliffs
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Cliffs.
Feel free to use the The Cliffs meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Shell Beach event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
Size (sqft.) |
Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent |
Classroom |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape |
Boardroom |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater |
Reception |
Regist. Desk  |
| Grand Ballroom | 46 x 64 x 11 | 2944 | 270/270 | -- | 180 | 71 | 84 | 71 | 18/15 | 300 | 300 | 294 |
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Grand Ballroom
2,944 Square feet of divisible event space. Multiple different configurations available.
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
2944 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
46 x 64 x 11 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Ocean View Tent Pavillion | 40 x 160 x 0 | 6400 | 532/532 | -- | 266 | 154 | 183 | 154 | 40/32 | 710 | 640 | 640 |
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Ocean View Tent Pavillion
Ocean view Tent Pavillion. Can order to fit any size event.
Room Type:
Outdoor Miscellaneous
Total Size:
6400 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
40 x 160 x 0 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Zinfandel Room | 22 x 28 x 10 | 616 | 40/40 | -- | 26 | 15 | 20 | 15 | 4/3 | 50 | 50 | 62 |
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Zinfandel Room
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
616 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
22 x 28 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Hospitality Suite 100 | 26 x 24 x 9 | 624 | 20/20 | -- | 26 | 15 | 18 | 15 | 4/3 | 20 | 20 | -- |
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Hospitality Suite 100
Conveniently opens onto our waterfall terrace through large glass doors, which provide plenty of light and ambiance.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
624 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
26 x 24 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Windows:
4
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Meeting Suite 104 | 13 x 24 x 9 | 312 | 10/10 | -- | 13 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 2/2 | 15 | 31 | 31 |
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Meeting Suite 104
Great for small intimate meetings and events.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
312 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
13 x 24 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Pacific View Boardroom | 25 x 14 x 9 | 196 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 15 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
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Pacific View Boardroom
Great for conferences with an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
196 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
25 x 14 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Windows:
1
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Waterfall Terrace | 0 x 0 x 0 | 6750 | 562/562 | -- | 281 | 162 | 193 | 162 | 42/34 | -- | 675 | 675 |
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Waterfall Terrace
Great outdoor location. Perfect for outdoor lunches, and receptions.
Room Type:
Outdoor Miscellaneous
Total Size:
6750 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
0 x 0 x 0 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Marisol Restaurant at The Cliffs Resort | 0 x 0 x 9 | 0 | 0/0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
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Marisol Restaurant at The Cliffs Resort
Room Type:
Restaurant / Lounge
Total Size:
0 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
0 x 0 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Windows:
25+
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
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FAQs about The Cliffs Hotel & spa
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does The Cliffs Hotel & spa have?
There are 162 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at The Cliffs Hotel & spa?
Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Can I get a AAA rate at The Cliffs Hotel & spa?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Cliffs Hotel & spa?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at The Cliffs Hotel & spa?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at The Cliffs Hotel & spa?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Pool open from 8am-10pm. Pool heated to 85 degrees all year. Towels available at the front desk, weekend food and drink service offered.
Testimonials:
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