Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Shell Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Shell Beach

Shell Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shell Beach to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Shell Beach

Shell Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 201
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shell Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 201
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Shell Beach

Plane

When flying to Shell Beach, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 6 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Shell Beach from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 13h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Shell Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 154 miles from Shell Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Shell Beach, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 6 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Shell Beach from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 13h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Shell Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 154 miles from Shell Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Shell Beach

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BFLBakersfield Meadows Field

Airlines serving Shell Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,056 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,969 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,603 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,813 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (931 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,585 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,172 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,408 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,501 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,534 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,569 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (438 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,647 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (645 reviews)
Southwest
Good (4,234 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shell Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Shell Beach Inn and The Palomar Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shell Beach

Most booked hotels in Shell Beach

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 252+
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Apple Farm
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 206+
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Madonna Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 319+
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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 131+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 240+
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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 110+
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Renting a car in Shell Beach

Expect to pay C$ 1.71 per litre in Shell Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.47 and C$ 27.29.

Expect to pay C$ 1.71 per litre in Shell Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.47 and C$ 27.29.