Beach Cities San Diego County, CA

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La Jolla
Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views
Pacific Beach Park featuring landscape views, a beach and a sunset
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Where to stay in Beach Cities San Diego County

Belmont Park showing rides and a garden

Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

Mission Beach
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

4/5(1,422 area reviews)

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

Pacific Beach
Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach

4/5(290 area reviews)

Ocean Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Ocean Beach Pier and Ocean Beach Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of San Diego.

Ocean Beach
Mission Beach featuring tropical scenes, street scenes and a beach

Central Mission Beach

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Central Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Central Mission Beach
Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

La Jolla Shores

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla Shores Park and La Jolla Beach are top sights worth seeing.

La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Cove which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Village of La Jolla

4.5/5(322 area reviews)

Seaside community offering scuba diving, surfing, and picturesque beaches like La Jolla Cove. Explore Mount Soledad, Museum of Contemporary Art, and indulge in upmarket dining and shopping along Prospect Street and Girard Avenue.

Village of La Jolla
The Dana on Mission Bay
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AED 547 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 547
AED 617 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,071 reviews)
"Amazing stay. Great staff. Clean property. Proximity to all the places to visit."

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
4 out of 5
1441 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA
The price is AED 621 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
AED 621
AED 861 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,467 reviews)
"Great view from my hotel room."

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AED 526 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 526
AED 592 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,406 reviews)
Everyone one kicked a**
"Joshua was amazing please let him know he was so kind, everyone at the facility was awesome I’ll be back"

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
San Diego
Stay at this apartment in San Diego. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Port of San Diego are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Perfect beach spot
"Just loved my stay in OB. The cottage was so comfortable and clean and quiet! Will definitely be back! Thanks so much!"

Reviewed on 23 October 2024

Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
Location! Location! Location!
Location! Location! Location!
San Diego
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (270 reviews)
Family time
"Amazing house great views of the ocean. And awesome food downtown had our grand daughter with us she loves pizza so we eat at pizza port twice good pizza and great prices also Wednesday night farmers market I a must see"

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Location! Location! Location!
Capri by the Sea by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Capri by the Sea by All Seasons Resort Lodging
3 out of 5
4767 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Mission Beach are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (906 reviews)
"The view was amazing. Had an end unit so could see all down the beach. Lots of entertainment watching the surfers and kite sailors. The property is a little dated but the owner is doing a good job remodeling room by room. We would come back!"

Reviewed on 18 November 2024

Capri by the Sea by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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