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Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel offers 2-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides an ATM, and luggage storage for guests.

Wonderful place and you can meet lots of people there.The hostel vibe is really chill and comfortable! Definitely a good place for staying

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9
Wonderful
1,695 reviews
Price from
$36.65
per night

With an ideal location just steps from the Pacific Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Park Inn offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Guests can relax in the year around outdoor pool and hot tub. Historic oceanfront amusement park Belmont Park is 5 minutes’ drive away.

Great location with really nice rooms, spa pool and a small pool right on the beach

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9
Wonderful
1,636 reviews
Price from
$349
per night

Boasting an outdoor pool, La Jolla Riviera Inn is 5 minutes' walk from La Jolla Shores Beach in La Jolla, California. A number of dining options can be reached within 5 minutes' walk.

Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. Several outdoor activities can be enjoyed in the area, such as surfing, kayaking. snorkeling, biking, etc.

Great location! Near the beach

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9
Wonderful
485 reviews
Price from
$249
per night

This historic Coronado boutique hotel features rooms that include free WiFi and Italian linens. Coronado Beach is less than 5 minutes' walk away.

A 24-hour reception greets guests of this hotel. A private garden courtyard is available for guest relaxation. Free bicycle rentals, beach chairs and beach towels are provided for convenience.

This hotel is a true hidden gem. Nestled in a quiet area of beautiful homes and gardens, but really close to bars, restaurants and shops as well as the beach. Well appointed rooms that felt homely and comfortable.

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9.3
Wonderful
233 reviews
Price from
$329
per night

Located 5 minutes’ walk from Coronado Beach, this historic B&B features luxurious guest rooms with fireplaces and ceiling fans. Free WiFi and a daily breakfast buffet are included.

Free underground parking is included. A communal seating area and landscaped garden are available for guest use. Bottled water is included and free beach chair and towel rentals are provided.

The staff was wonderful. There was a woman there, unfortunately, I don't remember her name she's originally from Brazil she has a short bob hairstyle. She was fabulous! She made our stay with her warmth and kindness. We really enjoyed talking to her, she was a gem.

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9.3
Wonderful
103 reviews
Price from
$295
per night

Featuring a beachfront outdoor pool and hot tub, this San Diego, California beach resort is located on Pacific Beach Park. Ocean views are featured in select island-inspired rooms.

Styled in elegant dark wood furnishings, each luxurious room provides terrycloth bathrobes and free toiletries in the en suite bathroom at Pacific Terrace Hotel. Tasteful tropical linens are featured.

Perfect experience! The room is huge, the sea view is incredible, located in the best place in San Diego

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9
Wonderful
680 reviews
Price from
$385.90
per night

Facing the Pacific Ocean in Del Mar California, this beachfront motel offers guest parking, a picnic area and use of beach amenities. Each guest room includes a 60-inch cable TV. The Del Mar Fairgrounds are 7 minutes’ drive away.

Location of this hotel is fantastic. It's beachfront in a quiet location next to the best restaurants. The hotel is the cutest little remodeled boutiques style hotel. The rooms have everything you need. The staff is so friendly and the chairs of the back of the hotel to watch the beach are fantastic. We could sit and watch the view for hours.... very close to the shopping district in Del Mar. Would highly recommend! Not to mention you can walk from miles on either direction on this clean clear flat beach.

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9.2
Wonderful
471 reviews
Price from
$279
per night

Combining minimalist design with sleek sophistication, Tower 23 Hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from Pacific Beach Pier and the boardwalk. Numerous beach bars and restaurants are in the surrounding neighbourhood.

Staff are very friendly and willing to help. In a great location - fun to ride the hotel bikes along the beach boardwalks! Close to many great restaurants and bars. The welcome cocktails are a lovely touch.

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9
Wonderful
192 reviews
Price from
$349
per night

Boasting sea views, Ocean view, two-level condo with stunning view, decks, fast WiFi & fireplace provides accommodation with a balcony, around 70 metres from Mission Beach. This holiday home offers accommodation with a patio. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Perfect location, property is perfectly set up!

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$773.59
per night

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is 7.8 km from the holiday home, while Sunset Cliffs is 7.8 km away. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 10 km from Stunning Beach Delight with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Parking & Walk to Beach!.

Great Location, very clean, everything worked and lots of amenities provided. Comfy beds and Hot tub was a big hit!

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$558.86
per night

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There’s nothing like waking up to the sound of crashing waves and the sea air floating into your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodations come in a variety of forms, from all-inclusive resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea, and outdoor pools with attached bars.
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  • Avg. price/night: $493.17
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 471 reviews
    Situated right on the beachfront, the location can’t be beat. The staff were very helpful and allowed us to store our luggage as we arrived early via Uber. Comfy bed and the room was quiet. Great features such as filtered water and espresso machines and an honesty bar too. The outdoor lounge area with music is such a nice touch. The nearby grassy knoll park to the south is gorgeous too.
    Catherine & Marlon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $449.12
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 855 reviews
    Location was excellent. Right on the beach (bayside) and a 5-10 min walk to the ocean. Helpful staff. Nice ammenities.
    BRIAN
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $573.59
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,636 reviews
    The location is great, right on the beach, and walking distance from good eating. I was in town for a conference at a resort about 2 blocks away, I’m happy I stayed at the Ocean Park Inn, it was way more affordable and the rooms were nicer. Bed was super comfortable, room spacious, nicely decorated and very clean. Staff were very friendly and super helpful.
    Roland
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $440.88
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,431 reviews
    Perfect location right on the beach. Great pool, hot tub and fireplace in the outdoor courtyard. Fantastic views of the water and boardwalk.
    Warren
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 959 reviews
    Excellent location! This hostel faces the magnificent Pacific Ocean. It is the very best seaside hostel I have stayed. I wish I would have known this hostel earlier as I feel that the previous four nights were wasted on staying at various beachside hostels at San Diego and LA.
    Pai Ling
    Solo traveler
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 959 reviews
    It's in a perfect location right on the beach! Both the visitors and the staff were spot on! Helpful in any way they could be. Great price, would recommend
    Laurie
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $493.17
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 471 reviews
    This hotel is on the beach. There is nice area with sunbeds and chillin with ocean view. Beach is long so you can enjoy long walks. In the hotel you can borrow surfs, boogie boards for free. Hotel is next to the lifeguard headquarter so you can feel very safe. Nice places to eat are in walking distance.
    Gabriela Kizakova
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 369 reviews
    Beautiful seaside location, old school cozy look&feel, comfortable and large rooms. Excellent office staff, very responsive. Loved beachfront location and free beach chairs and towels.
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 571 reviews
    The location right on the beach was ideal. After travelling for a couple of weeks it was ideal for relaxing and enjoying the San Diego ocean side
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $493.17
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 471 reviews
    EVERYTHING! It’s right on the beach, walking distance to restaurants and bars, restaurants RIGHT next door, super clean, friendly staff, the Complimentary wine at check in for my honeymoon, the brooms on the doors for the sand on your feet, other beaches minutes away, Downtown SanDiego 20 min away, perfect location for everything, honestly I can keep going and going!
    Jennifer
    Young couple

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