Nestled halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, The Cliffs Resort is a luxury oceanfront full-service resort beautifully located on the cliffs overlooking Shell and Pismo Beaches. Perched atop bluffs overlooking some of the world's most pristine beaches.

From the moment you arrive at The Cliffs Resort, you'll understand why we're the preferred choice of California luxury resorts. Our captivating setting places you near the area's best attractions -- from the Hearst Castle to more than 80 wineries. But if you prefer to lounge at this picturesque luxury resort, there's always something to do. Splash in our heated oceanfront pool or soothe tired muscles in the Jacuzzi. Savor the cuisine at "Marisol" Restaurant and Lounge, with its award-winning Champagne Sunday Brunch. Pamper yourself with a deep-tissue massage at our lavish spa or maintain your workout routine in our state-of-the-art-fitness center.

Enjoy a Pismo Beach hotel unlike any other - inspired by, and in harmony with, its breathtaking ocean setting. Relax your mind and indulge your senses in this Mediterranean climate, drenched in sunshine 310 days each year. Our award-winning Pismo Beach California resort will dazzle you with exquisite details, from a heated outdoor pool to an elegant spa.  

 You'll love our first-class amenities, newly renovated accommodations, and alluring setting:

• Located on Shell Beach, on California's amazing Central Coast
• Halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles
• A scenic drive from Hearst Castle, Morro Bay Natural History Museum, and the Atascadero Zoo
• Nearby world-class golf courses, theaters, art galleries, and more than 80 wineries
• 10 miles to San Luis Obispo and California Polytechnic State University  

The Golf Course

Come experience the way a luxury golf school should be at Cypress Ridge on California's spectacular Central Coast. This Peter Jacobsen Signature Course is as challenging as it is beautiful. The Jacobsen Hardy Design Team utilized the natural surroundings of the area to make this course truly unique

Jacobsen Hardy Golf Design provides a broad base of comprehensive design services for either new projects or renovation. Principals Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy have designed golf courses that preserve the integrity of the land and surrounding environment, thus enhancing its natural beauty.

Cypress Ridge is a Peter Jacobsen Signature course and has been certified as a Signature Sanctuary by Audubon International, a not-for-profit environmental organization which focuses on sustainable development. "At Cypress Ridge we were given a great piece of property and our team allowed the land to be the hero, resulting in a natural, beautiful course," says Jim Hardy.

Says Jacobsen,"Cypress Ridge has the key elements of what we try to create in all our design work, a fun, playable golf course that rewards the good shots and is both exciting and memorable for players of all abilities."

Cypress Ridge is the 13th golf course in the world to receive the elite distinction of being certified as a Signature Sanctuary through the prestigious Audubon International, and the first to be designated as a Silver Signature Sanctuary in the state of California. From our initial design, we have focused on the specific requirements of habitat enhancement, wildlife conservation, integrated pest management, and efficiency of water, waste and energy use. The fringe areas surrounding each hole are planted with native grasses, offering cover and food for wildlife. Our tree selection, placement, and methods of care are geared toward encouraging a rich bird population. This integrated approach to environmental planning provides a colorful backdrop to a spectacular golf course.

The United States Schools of Golf at Cypress Ridge is designed for everyone to learn, practice and experience the way golf was meant to be played.

With state of the art video equipment, the best training aids, complete short-game teaching areas, covered hitting bays, instructional classrooms and a club-fitting center, the practice facilty offers a full service teaching and learning environment. This golf school vacation will put all golfers at any level on a path to improve their games.

Mature cypress trees, lush green fairways and cool fresh ocean air make Cypress Ridge a golfers' paradise. This is a classic golf course you'll keep thinking about long after you've played it.