The Beach Cottages

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Pacific Beach Park

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Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor | Beach/ocean view
Courtyard
Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
4255 Ocean Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Crystal Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment One Bedroom, 1 Queen and Sofa Bed, Kitchen, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Annex Building, 3rd Floor With Balcony (No Elevator, No View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 570 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • 415 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • 435 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

  • 570 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 2nd Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor

  • 183 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 875 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

  • 875 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

  • 575 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 872 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Pacific Beach hotel, you'll find Pacific Beach Park and Crystal Pier. Also, Mission Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Tourmaline Surfing Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Crystal Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pacific Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mission Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Belmont Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 4.0 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) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Beach Cottages

Beachfront hotel near Pacific Beach Park
The Beach Cottages offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Beach Cottages also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1948
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
The Beach Cottages offers 80 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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 credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Beach Cottages to the airport?

The Beach Cottages is 9.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Beach Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Beach Cottages.

How close is The Beach Cottages to the beach?

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

Does The Beach Cottages offer free breakfast?

The Beach Cottages does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Beach Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Beach Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Beach Cottages?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 15 per night.

Does The Beach Cottages have a pool?

The Beach Cottages does not have a pool.

Does The Beach Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Beach Cottages to downtown San Diego?

The Beach Cottages is 7.6 mi away from San Diego.

The Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emin

A perfect stay! We’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walls to thin hear everything ! Bar below loud outside Good view of the ocean close to walk to everything! Staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort

Meh mini vacay

My family and I stay here once or twice a year for several years now and this is the first bad experience I've had. Normally we stay in the cottages, but they didn't have any for my dates that would have accommodated us. I chose the room based off 1 of the pictures online when I booked the room, which was a bed looking out glass doors at the beach. Let's just say that an alleyway is nothing like the beach! Our balcony doors looked out onto the side of a building. The window looked out onto an alleyway and dumpster. The room was large as well as the bathroom. Television was small. Bathroom towels were all stained as was the tub. It had a small fridge and microwave which worked well. Had dishes, cups, and silverware. Didn't have a Do Not Disturb sign and when I asked for one was told there were no more. Beds were comfortable and clean. Had a ceiling fan for when it got a bit warm 1 day. I will never stay in anything other than a cottage at this establishment ever again. I don't like saying bad things about a place I've been to numerous times, but just want others to be forwarned.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Firepit closes too early
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff at check in was excellent! Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a good time. Perfect spot stores and restaurants were convenient. Rooms were clean first time and will be my first choice every time visiting San Diego. Lived the outdoor fire pit
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best time ever

The weather was perfect! The view was beautiful! The front desk staff was really friendly, and when you travel to a place like this, what you need is good service, and that's what I received on this trip and at this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Solomon, Maple Grove

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great location with very easy access to the beach, restaurants and shopping. The front desk staff were very responsive to all of our questions and requests. I couldn't say enough nice things about our stay. Just about the slight drawback is the fact that the rooms open to the outside - we are used to staying in hotels with rooms that open to a hallway and all entry is controlled via the lobby area.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristen

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty minimalist motel

This is the dirtiest room I have ever paid money for, and I don't even have expensive taste. This room wasn't cheap. We stayed in the west wing on the second floor in an accessible room with two queen beds. Upon arrival, there was sand all over the bathroom floor/walls, a piece of plastic trash behind the toilet, and a hair in the bathtub like it hadn't been cleaned. I called the front desk and they said they'd take care of it. When we got back, the sand was swept from the floor but still on the walls, the trash was still behind the toilet, and the hair was still in the tub. You can see the stains on the floor. They don't even bother to mop. The lampshades are stained. There's dust behind the headboards. A crusty stain on the bedskirt. The white towels are marked up. No AC, no heat. No luggage rack so you have to use the tables for suitcases so you can't use the tables as tables. Not even basic amenities. The neighborhood is loud with all the bars, bring ear plugs if you want to sleep. It was hard to fall asleep and I kept waking up. Parking is $15/night even though there are plenty of spaces open. Room total is charged upon check-in, not checkout. That was a first. Water pressure is a joke even by motel standards. It's mostly just too expensive for the cleanliness to be this bad. I wouldn't stay here again for free. It was so uncomfortably dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach. Could hear the waves. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were retro and fun! Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean and cute room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful views plus excellent service

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, comfortable bed. Truly appreciated the stay! Will come back and do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aaliyah

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and right in the beach!! Closemto grocery store, and lots of bars and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel

Very nice place on the beach. Room was clean. Bed comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful. Close to everything. I would recommend and I'll be staying there again. They have cottages and extended stay options.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorothy, Sturgeon Bay

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were always available and accommodating. We stayed on the second floor of the north building. We knew ahead of time that it overlooked an alley. What we didn’t know was that there were bars backing onto the alley. It was very noisy at night with loud arguments and swearing. Early mornings brought deliveries and garbage trucks!