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
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

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

  • 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)

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

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

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

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

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

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

  • 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

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 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

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

  • 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

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

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

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

  • 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

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

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

  • 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

  • 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)

  • 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. 668 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1000 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

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!

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

Douglas

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Olivia

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
I overall had a fine stay at the property! Negatives: The room was a little dirty, things had not been wiped down thoroughly, and the towels and sheets had stains. One of the ice bins under the sink had some mold growing in it (clearly was wet and ignored for a while!) Additionally, the rooms are not very sound proof, you can hear everyone around you, but it was pretty quiet by 10pm when quiet hours kicked in. Positives: The location is incredible, right on the ocean, with easy walking access around the Mission Beach area, and immediate beach access. Lots of restaurants and little shops around to check out. The staff were very kind and helpful. I don't know that I would stay here again other than for the incredible location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMBER

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great, service was amazing!! The hotel and cottages could use an upgrade as they’re very dated and showing wear however they were very clean (minus a bandaid we found in a blanket) everything else was clean. Plus you’re right at the beach - location is superb!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooks

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our cottage at The Beach Cottages. We were steps from the beach. Our room had a kitchenette and we walked to Ralph’s to get some groceries. However there are tons of great places to eat really close to the hotel. The staff is very helpful and friendly. They keep the place very nice! We had such a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely going back and highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Christopher, Palm Desert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is amazing. Right on the seawall, and parking is easy with FOB access. We stayed in a beach cottage and it was cozy and perfect for the night. A bit rustic but everything you need is right there, the furnace worked great, wifi was perfect, bathroom great, linens etc great, and the view is amazing. You can't get any close to the beach. The only small issue we had was early in the morning when I used the microwave the power circuit to the whole cottage tripped and we lost all power. Not great since my wife was in the shower in the dark, but a call to the front desk had it fixed within 5 minutes, and I wouldn't let that ruin my stay. Overall it was great and we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farrell

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

The best!!!

It’s right on the beach. We had so much fun! It was PERFECT for our family. We would love to stay here again. The front desk even gave our kids ketchup because we forgot to pick some up.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

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

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Traveled with partner
Loved the location right in the middle of Pacific beach. Our room had a wonderful view of the ocean with a private balcony. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joani

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jean-Philippe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fantastic location. Great value. The cottage was a little run down but not complaining for the price compare to other beach rental around
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with family
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

larissa

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

Lovely

Awesome location! Close to San Diego zoo stores, and restaurants.Clean and comfy! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Amenities
Everything great so far
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025