Beach Cities San Diego County

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La Jolla
Birch Aquarium featuring interior views and marine life
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach, landscape views and a sunset
Photo provided by San Diego Seaworld
Photo provided by San Diego Seaworld

Where to stay in Beach Cities San Diego County

Belmont Park showing a park and rides

Mission Beach

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

Mission Beach
Pacific Beach Park showing a sandy beach

Pacific Beach

4/5(13 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

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Ocean Beach

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market.

Ocean Beach
Mission Bay which includes cycling

Mission Bay

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

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Central Mission Beach

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Central Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

Central Mission Beach
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La Jolla Shores

While visiting La Jolla Shores, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium.

La Jolla Shores
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is HK$954 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
HK$954
HK$1,097 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,262 reviews)
Be AWARE. They charge a San Diego Transient Tax that is NOT mentioned on this website! Also our shower had black mold on the curtains. Aside from that, it was a nice stay. But we will not be returning.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
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 HK$1,162 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
HK$1,162
HK$1,515 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,966 reviews)
All of the staff were wonderful! Very helpful, friendly. Plenty of parking available. The restaurant was very good (we had lunch and dinner). They also have a bunch of games in the pool area which was great- giant jenga, ping pong, etc.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

4 out of 5
1775 E Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
The price is HK$1,186 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
HK$1,186
HK$1,775 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,333 reviews)
Location was great, the only reason I don’t give 5 stars is, the room need was not clean enough they were stains in the couch and on the rug, and room was a little smelly other then that place was great.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
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.
Newly remodeled- Panoramic Views- Last Minute Discount

Newly remodeled- Panoramic Views- Last Minute Discount

San Diego CA
Stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Port of San Diego are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
This was a perfect location for the family to spend time together. Once the fog lifted the views were amazing.We did see seals most days and dolphins once.Parking was ok since it wasn't prime time. Those who didn't use the 2 designated parking garage spots had to use the park nearby for a short walk. ...

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Newly remodeled- Panoramic Views- Last Minute Discount
tourmaline beach studio

tourmaline beach studio

San Diego CA
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in San Diego. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (464 reviews)
This is a clear 5 star VRBO, nicely furnished (homey, comfortable) and with a well equipped kitchen. The enclosed backyard is a delightful secluded spot to sit with a book or a beverage, and the location is excellent, in a quiet residential neighborhood just two blocks from the beach. The unexpected ...

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

tourmaline beach studio
OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families

OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families

San Diego CA
Stay at this holiday home in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Mission Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay. Carolyn was an amazing host. The location is great. All restaurants and Belmont park are walkable. We cook a lot so we appreciated the well stocked kitchen. We had grandparents with us so the stairs were a bit rough for them but everyone was happy with the accommodations. ...

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families
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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