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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
View from property
Point of interest
Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View | Balcony view
On the beach

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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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

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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

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

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

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

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

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

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

View all photos for Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

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

View all photos for Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

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

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

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

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

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

View all photos for Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

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

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 2nd Floor

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 2nd Floor | Beach/ocean view

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

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor | Beach/ocean view

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

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

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

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

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

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

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

  • 872 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

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

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

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 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 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
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. 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. 667 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 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

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!

8/10 Good

Dorothy, Sturgeon Bay

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very accommodating. Convenient location and room had necessities. Terribly noisy - room overlooked an alley behind one or more bars. Load shouting and swearing at night, garbage trucks and delivery trucks early in the morning. Would definitely not stay in that location again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLL, SPANAWAY

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kristine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were helpful and friendly! We had a great view of the ocean and enjoyed sitting on our patio!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.Right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked our anniversary trip to the Beach Cottages! Nice, relaxing extended weekend! The staff was the best and you can't beat a hotel right on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved being so close to the beach and hearing the waves all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location on the beach. Staff was friendly and helpful. I’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and relatively affordable option to experience San Diego by the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the proximity to the ocean and dining and shopping options within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach. Great food and dining options right there. Easy to access north and south.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this property is unbeatable. Right on the boardwalk with plenty of amazing dining options easily walkable. This was a repeat visit to the property and I would happily book there again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very nice stay.

Very nice stay. Property was"as expected".
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traveled from New Zealand. Fantastic location! We loved the 70’s Beach Vibe of the place and surroundings. We were on the second floor and the view of the ocean/surfers/dolphins was perfect. The Apartment was bigger than the photos suggested. Will be staying again and recommending to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing. My room was huge, clean and had everything we needed. It is steps from the beach but also has a keyed entry so it felt very safe. They have ping pong, shuffle board and ample grills and hang out areas. Definitely staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherlyn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Deepesh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beach right outside but our heat didn’t work welll
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Price is right, close to beach, friendly service

Happy to have found The Beach Cottages. Rcommened from a friend. WE had a great experience there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable cottage with full amenities with direct access onto the beach. Kids loved the table tennis and 2 bedroom cottage was very comfoerqble
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with beautiful views. I loved the balcony and view of the ocean! It took me awhile to find it, a hotel that was really on the beach. We also had the most beautiful weather I was told by the locals it was unusual for the first week of January. The sunsets were amazing.The area restaurants were lovely and many cute shops that had everything. A shout out to the Beach Cafe right in front of the hotel. I had breakfast there and it's on the beach, I was in heaven, the staff were great. I also learned of the interesting history the hotel has. I talked to people on the beach that have been going there for many years and said it was the best. One couple had tried all the area hotels and always came back to the Beach Cottages. A well designed cozy place on the beach. The staff were wonderful. I'll be back. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025