Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa - Pismo Beach, California

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The accommodations and service at this hotel are as nice as any five star hotel we've ever stayed at and we have stayed at quite a few, around the U.S. and abroad. |The suite we stayed in was beautiful with a great ocean view. Everyone who works here is incredibly friendly and helpful, always with a smile. The location is perfect, away from the busy downtown area, but close enough to get there. The food and service at the Lido restaurant was top notch. We could not have asked for a better experience at this hotel. We plan on coming here again next year. |Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so enjoyable.

Haseeb A.

Everything about our stay was simply marvelous! We had an incredible time at Dolphin Bay Resort.

The location right by the ocean is unbeatable, offering breathtaking views and a truly relaxing atmosphere. The rooms were luxurious and beautifully maintained, providing the perfect blend of comfort and elegance.

The front desk staff was exceptionally welcoming and attentive, making our experience even more enjoyable. We can’t wait to return for another unforgettable stay!

Brian C.

Just got back from a tremendous vacation at the Dolphin Bay Resort. Upon arrival, the mood was set perfectly by our front desk reception from Arieli who, upon hearing of our 13th anniversary, made sure we had the best possible room with a view, provided a wonderful bottle of white wine and hand delivered a fresh fruit plate which took us no time to finish off. The Maître d’ at the restaurant happily accommodated our request to switch from dining room to our suite even after we had been seated. Both of the Bell desk gentlemen we interacted with treated us like family and made sure everything was to our liking. The grounds are phenomenal. Perched on a tall bluff, the views of the ocean are expansive and yet not seeming out of reach. I cannot say enough about the location or the staff. I wish I had booked at least three more nights.|We will be back, and you should make a point of checking this place out yourself.

Charles P.

We had our wedding at the Dolphin Bay Resort and Spa in October of 2024. This hotel is spectacular, and the staff was a joy to work with. The vibe was friendly, kind, laid back, and warm all around. Their motto “ Laid back Luxury” is just that, a luxurious experience but with a laid back mellow, cool, not stuffy, mom and pop, family-owned kinda place. In particular, working with their wedding events coordinator Mary Ventura was an absolute dream. She made the preparations for our wedding so smooth the entire way, she knew how to take us through every corner. Mary is very gifted at her job and you can tell she loves it very much because she is so positive and relaxed. The rest of the staff were extremely kind, helpful and welcoming. Rooms were stunning as was the view from the room and the pool was next-level amazing. The wedding couldn't have gone more seamlessly and perfectly. To top it off, all our guests were equally impressed. Thank you Mary and everyone at the Dolphin Bay! We look forward to returning to celebrate many of our anniversaries there.

Brian Y.

Beautiful location, but service is inconsistent. We love the brunch menu, but sometimes we just don't know how attentive service will be. Also, there were huge dogs in the dining area that were grow land barking at every other animal that walked by. That got a little scary

Donut C.

This resort checks all boxes for me! Dog friendly (with a reasonable pet fee), smart TV, fully stocked kitchen, great view of the ocean.

The only disappointment was the showerhead, pretty weak but that’s probably the state & local water conservation requirements.

Amber G.

I had the pleasure of staying here this past weekend for my cousin’s wedding. As I have been in the wedding industry for over a decade I can be very picky when it comes to service and the quality of work done by coordinators. To say I was blown away by the care and concern shown by Mary (the wedding coordinator) is an understatement. Not only was she calm and collected the entire time- she was exceptional at being on top of things and having everything ready to go with plenty of time to spare before the ceremony. She is definitely an asset to Dolphin Bay. I was very prepared to jump in at any time to make sure my cousin’s wedding was everything of her dreams and more but not once did I feel the need to. Thank you Mary, for going above and beyond to make Casey’s wedding absolute perfection for her and her now husband.

Katrina C.

Our second stay at this fabulous resort. The most welcoming, friendly, professional staff - everyone you meet greets you with a smile and warm comment! Complimentary glass of wine as return guests was a delightful surprise. We had dinner at Lido one evening - lovely food and Celena was superb dealing with a hiccup with the order. Gluten free options, including pasta, available. Outstanding!