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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Mission Beach

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Restaurant

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | View from room

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Ocean View Jr Suite | Terrace/patio

Ocean View Jr Suite

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View | View from room

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 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 and Pacific Beaches, both within a 5-minute walk. Mission Bay and Pacific Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mission Bay - 7 min walk - 0.4 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 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Pacific Beach - ‬7 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
  • 4 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 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • 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 self 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 (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from April 6 2026 to May 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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 15.0 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 15.0 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and 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

Beach Surfer
Hotel Surfer
Surfer Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Hotel
Surfer Beach San Diego
Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego
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 Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfer Beach Hotel on Apr 22, 2026 start from $269, including 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. The property will be renovating the pool from April 6 2026 to May 1 2026 (completion date subject to change).

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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 1231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1231 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONALD, Phoenix

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views! Service was great and friendly. Great place for families and convenient next to stores, restaurants and beach walk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaydra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great ocean view. Great service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony offered a decent view. Its not directly on the beach but close enough. The pool is below along with restaurant. Just past there is the beach. It was good. Not great. Great for the money though.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach!! Old vintage hotel at a great price. Beds are super comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at the Surfer Beach Hotel and had another grwat experience. We love the sentiment of this hotel as well as the convenience of it being in middle of everything like food, beach, shopping, etc. The customer service and staff here is absolutely wonderful. I havent once had an issue and i would stay here again. They also just updated the rooms so that was a nice surprise!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hua

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jammie R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Aneta

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Customer service was great and the location is 10/10. But the rooms are old and not updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

JAROLD, Harrisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Okay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Nice room and great location right on the beach. Friendly helpful staff at front desk. Walking distance to many bars, restaurants, stores etc. Nice boardwalk, clean family orientated beach. Safe area
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my 2nd time here. I absolutely love staying here. Location is perfect/the hotel is nice and the staff is awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was great. Excellent price and a great view. Easy to get to restaurants and shops near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You cannot beat the location. The rooms were great and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasir

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff very welcome and fast check in and out of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catrina

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated rooms, but we weren’t in the room much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pierre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, helpful staff, awesome location if you want to hear the surf. But the hotel has not aged gracefully...
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It was great place very clean. It seemed to have electricity issues A/C would go out several times during our 2 day stay for a few seconds at a times internet was spotty. The location however is spot on there’s many places to see & eat within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Laurent

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
For a $250/night price range, you would expect a clean room. The rooms are outdated, dirty mattress, and more than dirty smelly carpet with stains of god knows what everywhere. Even your socks get dirty by just walking on it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025