Best Hotels in San Diego On The Beach
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
This San Diego hostel is located in Ocean Beach with a large pier where you can fish, stroll, and view the sunset, 2.2 km from Sunset Cliffs. Jungle Java is just a few steps from the San Diego property.
Families can enjoy proximity to the historic oceanfront Belmont Amusement Park, which is approximately 10 minutes away by car.
Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel
This San Diego hostel is located in Ocean Beach with a large pier where you can fish, stroll, and view the sunset, 2.2 km from Sunset Cliffs. Jungle Java is just a few steps from the San Diego property.
Families can enjoy proximity to the historic oceanfront Belmont Amusement Park, which is approximately 10 minutes away by car.
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Beach access
The Wayfarer San Diego
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 32 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Pool with view
SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is 3.9 km from the hotel, while San Diego International airport is 5 km away.
Additionally, a hot tub, a sundeck, and a game area are provided.
The Wayfarer San Diego
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 32 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Pool with view
The Wayfarer San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is 3.9 km from the hotel, while San Diego International airport is 5 km away.
Additionally, a hot tub, a sundeck, and a game area are provided.
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Private beach
Bahia Resort Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
You'll need 15-minute drive to San Diego International airport. Guests will also get the appealing Bahia Resort within reach of the old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park.
The nearby landmarks of San Diego include Bahia Belle, located 150 metres away.
Bahia Resort Hotel offers a movie theatre and a game room to keep guests entertained. The property has a fitness centre.
Bahia Resort Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Bahia Resort Hotel
You'll need 15-minute drive to San Diego International airport. Guests will also get the appealing Bahia Resort within reach of the old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park.
The nearby landmarks of San Diego include Bahia Belle, located 150 metres away.
Bahia Resort Hotel offers a movie theatre and a game room to keep guests entertained. The property has a fitness centre.
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Beach access
The Beach Cottages
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Table tennis
- Patio
This San Diego hotel offers a beachfront location in Pacific Beach with everything from parks to dog beaches. Attractions, you can find not far from the hotel, include Palisades Park.
Only 6 minutes' walk from The Cottages San Diego, guests will find South Coast Wahines.
The Beach Cottages
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Table tennis
- Patio
The Beach Cottages
This San Diego hotel offers a beachfront location in Pacific Beach with everything from parks to dog beaches. Attractions, you can find not far from the hotel, include Palisades Park.
Only 6 minutes' walk from The Cottages San Diego, guests will find South Coast Wahines.
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Beach access
Ith San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel (Adults Only)
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The eco-friendly hostel is located in Pacific Beach with a long boardwalk that is perfect for biking, skating, running, or taking a stroll, 2.4 km from Pacific Plaza Shopping Center.
Ith San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel (Adults Only)
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Ith San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel (Adults Only)
The eco-friendly hostel is located in Pacific Beach with a long boardwalk that is perfect for biking, skating, running, or taking a stroll, 2.4 km from Pacific Plaza Shopping Center.
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Beach access
Ocean Park Inn
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Car park
US$ 35 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Pool with view
The 3-star hotel is located in Pacific Beach with everything from parks to dog beaches, around 1 km from the beach. Guests can enjoy the proximity to Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center, which is just a 6-minute walk away.
The Ocean Park San Diego features a heated pool and offers a hot tub and a patio. The inn provides easy access to activities such as snorkelling, diving, and boating.
Ocean Park Inn
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Car park
US$ 35 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Pool with view
Ocean Park Inn
The 3-star hotel is located in Pacific Beach with everything from parks to dog beaches, around 1 km from the beach. Guests can enjoy the proximity to Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center, which is just a 6-minute walk away.
The Ocean Park San Diego features a heated pool and offers a hot tub and a patio. The inn provides easy access to activities such as snorkelling, diving, and boating.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Pacific Terrace Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
This San Diego hotel is situated in Pacific Beach with a long boardwalk that is perfect for biking, skating, running, or taking a stroll, fairly close to the quick bites Kono's Cafe. The hotel is stationed 2.3 km from Calumet Park.
Law Street Beach can also be found in the area, just around the corner from the accommodation.
The Pacific San Diego features a number of on-site facilities, including a sunbathing terrace and a golf course. Guests will also enjoy the benefits of fitness classes available at a 24-hour fitness center within this San Diego hotel.
Pacific Terrace Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Pacific Terrace Hotel
This San Diego hotel is situated in Pacific Beach with a long boardwalk that is perfect for biking, skating, running, or taking a stroll, fairly close to the quick bites Kono's Cafe. The hotel is stationed 2.3 km from Calumet Park.
Law Street Beach can also be found in the area, just around the corner from the accommodation.
The Pacific San Diego features a number of on-site facilities, including a sunbathing terrace and a golf course. Guests will also enjoy the benefits of fitness classes available at a 24-hour fitness center within this San Diego hotel.
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Beach access
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 46 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Heated swimming pool
IPayOne Center Arena is about 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, while San Diego International airport is 5 km away. When staying at the Paradise Point, guests will be 4.3 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 46 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Heated swimming pool
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
IPayOne Center Arena is about 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, while San Diego International airport is 5 km away. When staying at the Paradise Point, guests will be 4.3 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.
2 Free Bikes, Pvt Parking, Steps To Beach! South Mission Beach
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is located 2.3 km from the apartment and 5 km from San Diego International airport.
2 Free Bikes, Pvt Parking, Steps To Beach! South Mission Beach
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
2 Free Bikes, Pvt Parking, Steps To Beach! South Mission Beach
SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is located 2.3 km from the apartment and 5 km from San Diego International airport.
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Private beach
Catamaran Resort Hotel And Spa
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 42 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
This 4-star hotel is located in Mission Bay, known for SeaWorld, which has rides, aquariums, and animal shows, 950 metres from the beach. Pacific Beach Surf Shop can be reached just moments from the Catamaran.
You will find Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center within 5 minutes' walk of the property.
Catamaran Resort Hotel And Spa has an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Windsurfing, diving, and boating are also favoured by guests.
Catamaran Resort Hotel And Spa
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 42 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Catamaran Resort Hotel And Spa
This 4-star hotel is located in Mission Bay, known for SeaWorld, which has rides, aquariums, and animal shows, 950 metres from the beach. Pacific Beach Surf Shop can be reached just moments from the Catamaran.
You will find Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center within 5 minutes' walk of the property.
Catamaran Resort Hotel And Spa has an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Windsurfing, diving, and boating are also favoured by guests.
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Beach access
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
This comfortable hostel is in Pacific Beach with a lot of great ways to spend your day, approximately a 10-minute drive from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
This comfortable hostel is in Pacific Beach with a lot of great ways to spend your day, approximately a 10-minute drive from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
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Beach access
Surfer Beach Hotel
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Car park
US$ 37 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hotel is nestled in the centre of San Diego and around a 20-minute ride from Santa Fe Depot train station. The Surfer offers location 3.9 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
Also, the accommodation is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the historic Belmont Amusement Park.
You can enjoy your stay at the Surfer San Diego while relaxing at a heated pool.
Surfer Beach Hotel
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Car park
US$ 37 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Outdoor swimming pool
Surfer Beach Hotel
The hotel is nestled in the centre of San Diego and around a 20-minute ride from Santa Fe Depot train station. The Surfer offers location 3.9 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
Also, the accommodation is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the historic Belmont Amusement Park.
You can enjoy your stay at the Surfer San Diego while relaxing at a heated pool.
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Beach access
Ocean Villa Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Heated swimming pool
This San Diego hotel is nestled in Ocean Beach with a large pier where you can fish, stroll, and view the sunset, a short way from the restaurant Hodad's. Guests will also get to Ocean Villa Inn approximately 25 minutes on foot from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
The accommodation is situated 2.2 km from Old Point Loma Lighthouse.
The Ocean Villa San Diego invites guests to relax in an outdoor heated pool.
Ocean Villa Inn
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Heated swimming pool
Ocean Villa Inn
This San Diego hotel is nestled in Ocean Beach with a large pier where you can fish, stroll, and view the sunset, a short way from the restaurant Hodad's. Guests will also get to Ocean Villa Inn approximately 25 minutes on foot from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
The accommodation is situated 2.2 km from Old Point Loma Lighthouse.
The Ocean Villa San Diego invites guests to relax in an outdoor heated pool.
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Beach access
Tower 23 Hotel
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun loungers
The hotel lies in Pacific Beach with everything from parks to dog beaches, around a 10-minute ride from such family-friendly attractions as the old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park. Calumet Park, which is 2.6 km from the Tower 23 San Diego, is one of nearby attractions.
SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is approximately a 15-minute drive away, while Santa Fe Depot train station is situated within 20 minutes' drive of the property.
Tower 23 Hotel
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun loungers
Tower 23 Hotel
The hotel lies in Pacific Beach with everything from parks to dog beaches, around a 10-minute ride from such family-friendly attractions as the old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park. Calumet Park, which is 2.6 km from the Tower 23 San Diego, is one of nearby attractions.
SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is approximately a 15-minute drive away, while Santa Fe Depot train station is situated within 20 minutes' drive of the property.
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Beach access
Pacific View Inn
- Car park
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Calumet Park is 2.5 km away, while Law Street Beach is in close proximity to the inn. Family tourists will enjoy visiting the historic Belmont Amusement Park, which is around 10 minutes away by car.
The Pacific View is located 4.7 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
Pacific View Inn
- Car park
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Pacific View Inn
Calumet Park is 2.5 km away, while Law Street Beach is in close proximity to the inn. Family tourists will enjoy visiting the historic Belmont Amusement Park, which is around 10 minutes away by car.
The Pacific View is located 4.7 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
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Beach access
Pacific Shores Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Outdoor swimming pool
This 3-star hotel is in Pacific Beach with a lot of great ways to spend your day, right around the corner from Palisades Park. Guests can get to SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park that is about 5 km from the inn.
Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy being in proximity to Gallery At Lands End.
Pacific Shores Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Outdoor swimming pool
Pacific Shores Inn
This 3-star hotel is in Pacific Beach with a lot of great ways to spend your day, right around the corner from Palisades Park. Guests can get to SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park that is about 5 km from the inn.
Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy being in proximity to Gallery At Lands End.
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Beach access
Ocean Beach Hotel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun terrace
The hotel is 2.5 km from Mission Beach and 2.6 km from Wave House. The small beach is approximately 100 metres away.
There is SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park within 3 km of the Ocean Beach Hotel.
Ocean Beach Hotel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun terrace
Ocean Beach Hotel
The hotel is 2.5 km from Mission Beach and 2.6 km from Wave House. The small beach is approximately 100 metres away.
There is SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park within 3 km of the Ocean Beach Hotel.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in San Diego, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel |
9.0 / 10 (1724 Reviews) |
From 37$ | |
| The Wayfarer San Diego |
8.9 / 10 (1419 Reviews) |
From 193$ | |
| Bahia Resort Hotel |
8.2 / 10 (1091 Reviews) |
From 95$ | |
| The Beach Cottages |
8.8 / 10 (625 Reviews) |
From 181$ | |
| Ith San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel (Adults Only) |
8.2 / 10 (581 Reviews) |
From 39$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best beach hotels with family accommodations in San Diego?
Pacific Shores Inn and Paradise Point Resort & Spa offer spacious family-friendly accommodations with beach access. They have activities tailored for children and are close to attractions like SeaWorld San Diego.
Consider booking a family suite at Pacific Shores Inn, as these rooms have kitchenettes and are ideal for larger families.
Which beachfront hotels are best for relaxation near La Jolla?
Tower 23 Hotel and Pacific Terrace Hotel provide stunning ocean views and beachfront access in La Jolla. These hotels offer relaxing amenities like spas and heated pools.
For a peaceful stay, visit during weekdays to avoid the weekend crowds at la Jolla Cove.
What beach hotels in San Diego are pet-friendly?
Pacific Shores Inn and Surfer Beach Hotel welcome pets and provide spacious accommodations. These hotels are near Pacific Beach, making walks with your dog enjoyable.
Always inquire with the hotel about specific pet policies before booking, especially regarding additional fees or weight limits.
Are there boutique beach hotels in San Diego that suit couples?
Ocean Park Inn and Tower 23 Hotel feature boutique accommodations perfect for couples. They provide romantic settings with ocean views and on-site dining options.
Book a room with a balcony at Ocean Park Inn for an intimate spot to enjoy sunsets together.
Which beachfront hotels organize activities for families?
Bahia Resort Hotel and Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offer a variety of family activities, from beach bonfires to kids' clubs. They are perfect for creating memorable family experiences.
During weekends, check the event schedule at Bahia Resort for family-friendly activities like movie nights on the beach.
What hotels near beaches in San Diego offer spa services?
Paradise Point Resort & Spa and Catamaran Resort Hotel feature full-service spas with beachside treatments. They provide relaxation options after a day in the sun.
Book spa appointments for early mornings or late afternoons to maximize your beach time.
Which San Diego beach hotels offer complimentary breakfast?
Ocean Park Inn and The Wayfarer San Diego provide complimentary breakfast options, catering to guests starting their day at the beach. These hotels also have easy access to local dining options.
Plan breakfast early to enjoy a full morning on the beach before the crowds arrive.
What unique summer beach events happen in San Diego?
San Diego hosts the annual Ocean Beach Sandcastle Competition each July, where participants create impressive sand sculptures. It's a fun event for all ages, attracting locals and visitors alike.
Arrive early to get a good spot for viewing the sculptures before the crowds build up.
How can families enjoy San Diego's beaches beyond swimming?
Families can explore nearby parks and engage in water sports like kayaking and paddleboarding. Parks like Mission Bay Park offer picnic areas and playgrounds.
Budget-friendly water sports rentals can often be found at shops near the beach, making it easier to enjoy a day out.
What is the best way to get around San Diego if staying near the beach?
The bus system, particularly the Routes 30 and 8, provides convenient access to various beach areas. Many visitors also enjoy biking along Pacific Beach's boardwalk.
Consider renting bikes for the day; it's a great way to explore local beaches and parks at your own pace.
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