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Diamond Head Inn

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Mission Beach

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On the beach
Property grounds
Exterior
TV
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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605 Diamond St, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Beach Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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TV

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

On the beach.Your stay at this Pacific Beach hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Pacific Beach Park and Mission and Pacific Beaches are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Crystal Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mission Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 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) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Baked Bear - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tower23 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪JRDN Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thrusters Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Diamond Head Inn

Beachfront hotel near Mission Beach
As a guest of Diamond Head Inn, you'll find multilingual staff, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Diamond Head Inn offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [PB Surf located at 4760 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 45 per pet, per stay
  • Weight limit: 40 lbs per pet
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, JCB International, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Diamond Head Inn San Diego
Diamond Head San Diego
Diamond Head Hotel San Diego
Diamond Head Inn Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Diamond Head Inn to the airport?

Diamond Head Inn is 9.7 mi (26-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 Diamond Head Inn?

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Diamond Head Inn on Dec 17, 2025 start from $99.0, 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 Diamond Head Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Diamond Head Inn.

How close is Diamond Head Inn to the beach?

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

Does Diamond Head Inn offer free breakfast?

Diamond Head Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Diamond Head Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Diamond Head Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Diamond Head Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Diamond Head Inn have a pool?

Diamond Head Inn does not have a pool.

Does Diamond Head Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Diamond Head Inn to downtown San Diego?

Diamond Head Inn is 8 mi away from San Diego.

Reviews

Diamond Head Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 737 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 737 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 737 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 737 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 737 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Disliked: Amenities
Note that the check-in for this property is at another property a block and a half away. Limited parking an available on site so you may have to park at their other property and walk over. It’s a beachfront motel though so it’s hard to knock it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean management is very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Close to everything! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

paula, San Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but cute and clean and had a small cooktop, microwave and fridge. Awesome location just across the street from the beach. Loved it!! Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not recommend

The lady at check in was moody as heck. The bathroom window wouldnt lock and the carpet is nasty
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

naomi

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
woke up with bug bits. room smelt like urine. carpet was gross. the lock on the door was damaged and we had to jiggle it in order to lock. horrible experience , especially the elk to check in all the way to pb surf , it was annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne, Scottsdale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is almost nonexistent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. It’s comfortable and easy to walk everywhere when you find parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Weekend getaway

Bed and room were clean but could have used extra pillows. The windows were almost impossible to close once opened. The beach was right out the door and so were some nice restaurants which was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Breffni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great spot if you are looking for easy access to everything PB. The rooms are a bit dated, but that’s not unusual for PB. I’d recommend for longer stays - I was only there for a few days so didn’t take advantage of the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking and check in location is a little rough but over all a great place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anya

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

6/10 Okay

Biniam

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No parking at the property, u have to check in at a different hotel a block away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The bed covered the windows in the bedroom.Bathroom did not have any place put cosmetics or razor.To check in you had to walk around the corner and up the street.What they did have was a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
location is great. room is good size with kitchenette. pretty clean. no ice maker, no pool, no extras
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025