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

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
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
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 Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Central Mission Beach
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
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
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 656 per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
AED 656
AED 922 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,969 reviews)
"We loved our stay and can’t wait to come back in the summer !!"

Reviewed on 21 December 2024

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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 Dec 24 to Dec 25
AED 547
AED 617 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
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! (2,955 reviews)
"Friendly staffs and breathtaking bay views"

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

The Dana on Mission Bay
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 out of 5
3880 Greenwood St, San Diego, CA
The price is AED 343 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
AED 343
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 January 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,287 reviews)
"Property was clean. Parking spaces are very small. Surrounding area not the cleanest nor safest appearances. AC/Heat units are extremely loud."

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
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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 Beach and Mission Bay 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
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! (265 reviews)
Amazing views. Great location.
"Couldn’t have asked for a better location, view, or accommodations in Ocean Beach. Nor could we have asked for a more hospitable and kind host. He responded immediately to our questions and was available to help with anything we needed. Perfect place for our girl’s annual rendezvous. My only disappointment ..."

Reviewed on 18 December 2024

Location! Location! Location!
WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
San Diego
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Great place and excellent location
"This is a the perfect spot for two people. Beautiful views, great balcony, plenty of space and walking distance to shops, the beach and excellent local restaurants."

Reviewed on 24 September 2024

WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
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Popular places to visit

Mission Bay featuring a sandy beach

Mission Bay

4.5/5(2,386 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mission Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in San Diego. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Mission Bay
Bayside Skyride at Sea World, San Diego, CA

SeaWorld

4.5/5(2,421 reviews)

Make time to visit the sea life at SeaWorld and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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

Mission Beach

4.5/5(4,949 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Mission Beach, a popular beach in San Diego. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Mission Beach
Mission Beach Boardwalk

Mission Beach Boardwalk

4.5/5(25 reviews)

After visiting Mission Beach Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Mission Beach Boardwalk
La Jolla Cove as well as a small group of people

La Jolla Cove

4.5/5(4,767 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, La Jolla Cove might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to La Jolla. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

La Jolla Cove
Hiking the trails at Torrey Pines #hiking

Torrey Pines Golf Course

4.5/5(83 reviews)

Play a round of golf in La Jolla at Torrey Pines Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Torrey Pines Golf Course