Catch the Wave: 40 Years of Sandcastle Memories

This year, Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach proudly celebrates 40 years of welcoming guests to the shores of Pismo Beach. Since opening our doors in 1986, we’ve been rooted in classic California surf culture, laid-back beach days, and unforgettable coastal memories.


We’re celebrating our 40th anniversary in full ‘80s style! From neon nostalgia to rad beachside activations, throwback events, and limited-time specials, we’re honoring four decades of surf culture, sun-soaked days, and iconic memories. Join us as we crank up the classic surf vibes and celebrate the good times — past, present, and future!

a group of drinks on a table

Radical Refreshers at The Deck!

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach is hitting the big 4-0! Celebrate all year long with a liquid time-travel session featuring signature twists on the decade’s most iconic cocktails. Keep the vibe alive with ‘80s hits playing every day from 12pm to 6pm!

a drink with a flower on top of it

BLUE HAWAIIAN

han rum, coconut syrup,
pineapple juice, blue curacao

a drink on a railing

PARTY ON THE BEACH

han vodka, peach syrup,
orange juice, cranberry juice

a glass of orange liquid with a straw and a slice of orange on a railing

PISMO SUNSET

sabe tequila, orange juice, grenadine

Enjoy our
Sandcastle 1980's Classic Surf Playlist

Catch the vibe with the Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach 1980s Surf Playlist! Sun-soaked classics, surf anthems, and iconic ‘80s hits make it the perfect soundtrack for laid-back beach days. Kick back, ride the waves, and soak in the neon nostalgia of Pismo Beach—then stop by The Deck, where ‘80s classics will be spinning all year long to keep the good vibes going.

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