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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Mission Beach

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On the beach, surfing
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Fishing
Ocean View Jr Suite | Pool | Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Mission Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Mission Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean View Jr Suite

  • 200 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 208 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 208 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 208 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

  • 208 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 208 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

On the beach.At this Pacific Beach hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Mission Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk, both within a 5-minute walk. Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mission Bay - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Crystal Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • SeaWorld - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel near Mission Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Surfer Beach Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Surfer Beach Hotel offers 53 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Arabic, English, Spanish, Turkish

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Ocean Beach Hotel

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,207 reviews
$220 nightly
The price is $248
May 21 - May 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Ocean Beach Hotel

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 37.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Hotel Surfer
Surfer Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Hotel
Surfer Beach San Diego
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Hotel Surfer Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Surfer Beach Hotel to the airport?

Surfer Beach Hotel is 9.2 mi (24-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Surfer Beach Hotel?

As of May 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfer Beach Hotel on May 21, 2025 start from $188.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Surfer Beach Hotel.

How close is Surfer Beach Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Surfer Beach Hotel offer free breakfast?

Surfer Beach Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Surfer Beach Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 37.50 per day.

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a pool?

Surfer Beach Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a restaurant?

Surfer Beach Hotel is home to World Famous, which features ocean views, happy hour, and brunch.

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Surfer Beach Hotel to downtown San Diego?

Surfer Beach Hotel is 7.5 mi away from San Diego.

Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and price. Rooms are clean and the view from ours was lovely. Lobby is kinda grubby and the staff attitude was inconsistent (one was very nice, two others acted like we were an annoying inconvenience) but it didnt sour our trip. We will definately come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service

View awesome

View was great, but the sliding glass door didn’t lock and the room was old and tired…staff were great. We would stay again just for the view!
View from the room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Genevieve

Liked: Staff & service
...
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

MONTE

Liked: Staff & service

Vintage Hotel with Top Notch Beach Access

The Surfer Beach Hotel is older and shows its age quite a bit, however you can't find a better location for the price. The service was amazing. If we needed anything at all, they were prompt to respond and very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Isaac

Just kinda old and dirty. Good views of the ocean though
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amber Rose

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Richard, Ogden

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the property and the staff. Woody’s restaurant is the bomb! And all the staff there are hot and nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Million dollar view. Place needs a remodel bad.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael, Northport

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Misty

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, helpful, fast, and friendly. Great location. Clean, nice new room. Located right at the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good affordable hotel by PB.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

reyna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

meh.

So the location is great and the staff is incredibly kind, with that said my experience was not great. The room really didn't look like the picture, maybe because of what I booked or maybe because I had pets. It was so hot and humid in the room and the AC unit was so so loud. We were right next to the pool door as well as another door used by housekeeping, so it was just noisy with doors slamming often and carts rolling by the room early in the morning and late at night. As directed, I texted and asked for my room to be cleaned, was told the room had been completed, and arrived back to a room that had not been swept, the bed had not been made, no surfaces wiped-only the trash was taken and fresh towels were left. When asked what happened I was informed they have two different services, basically a full clean and a bare minimum which seems to be the default unless by some magic you know to ask for a "full clean" when you ask for your room to be cleaned. There is no signage-no one texted back asking which service I wanted nothing. I swept my room myself, changed all my sheets etc. They refunded my pet fee which was nice but ultimately it just was not a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kellie Allen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
if you are lucky to have an ocean view then that's what you are basing your review on. The property itself is very convenient. It is close to many great restaurants, shops and the boardwalk. However the rooms are definitely in need of an upgrade. The bathroom had an awful damp musky smell to it. The curtains had many "suspect" stains on them...don't even want to know. However, the staff was very nice and helpful. The lock on the door broke during our stay and the maintenance staff took care of it immediately.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very good experience. The AC was loud, and it is a portable unit, but I booked it in part because it was cheaper than the options around it and it did not dissapoint. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025