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Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach offers 2-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides an ATM, and luggage storage for guests.

The location was great, 3 min walk to the beach. The common areas and general vibe was also awesome, definetely what made the hostel so special.

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9
Superb
1,646 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

With an ideal location just steps from the Pacific Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Park Inn offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Guests can relax in the year around outdoor pool and hot tub. Historic oceanfront amusement park Belmont Park is 5 minutes’ drive away.

very fresh room and superb lovation

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9
Superb
1,602 reviews
Price from
£234
per night

Boasting an outdoor pool, La Jolla Riviera Inn is 5 minutes' walk from La Jolla Shores Beach in La Jolla, California. A number of dining options can be reached within 5 minutes' walk.

Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. Several outdoor activities can be enjoyed in the area, such as surfing, kayaking. snorkeling, biking, etc.

the location is great, with the sea just a walk away. The apartments are spacious, clean and comfortable. the staff is very nice and friendly! easy to find parking on the street.

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9
Superb
479 reviews
Price from
£194
per night

This historic Coronado boutique hotel features rooms that include free WiFi and Italian linens. Coronado Beach is less than 5 minutes' walk away.

A 24-hour reception greets guests of this hotel. A private garden courtyard is available for guest relaxation. Free bicycle rentals, beach chairs and beach towels are provided for convenience.

The location is great. Katy provided a very nice service and helped with information to park and hotel services. We really enjoy the chairs for the beach, breakfasts, the Ned was very comfortable. We definitely go again.

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9.3
Superb
244 reviews
Price from
£290
per night

Featuring a beachfront outdoor pool and hot tub, this San Diego, California beach resort is located on Pacific Beach Park. Ocean views are featured in select island-inspired rooms.

Styled in elegant dark wood furnishings, each luxurious room provides terrycloth bathrobes and free toiletries in the en suite bathroom at Pacific Terrace Hotel. Tasteful tropical linens are featured.

Everything was enjoyable about this gem hotel, and everyone was kind and attentive to guest’s needs, congratulations for running this property with such quality standards!

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9
Superb
687 reviews
Price from
£313
per night

Facing the Pacific Ocean in Del Mar California, this beachfront motel offers guest parking, a picnic area and use of beach amenities. Each guest room includes a 60-inch cable TV. The Del Mar Fairgrounds are 7 minutes’ drive away.

Well in Europe when you see 2 stars hotel you don't have high expectations. But in this case we felt here better than in the 5 stars hotel we were staying in Las Vegas. I am not an often traveler to US and have chosen very carefully the location and it was top. Next to the ocean, were I could jog in the morning and walk in the evenings, safe and with one of the best restaurants in the San Diego area. The room was like new and very comfortable, equipped with everything we needed including complimentary expresso in our room. The service was outstanding and every morning we used the expresso machine at the reception - again free of charge and there were good options for a lights breakfast, for a very reasonable price. Staff was very polite and helpful. Yes there is a train passing nearby, but it was not noisy at nights. Free parking at the property was very comfortable also.

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9.2
Superb
451 reviews
Price from
£250
per night

Combining minimalist design with sleek sophistication, Tower 23 Hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from Pacific Beach Pier and the boardwalk. Numerous beach bars and restaurants are in the surrounding neighbourhood.

Great location and fabulous bar/restaurant.

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9
Superb
195 reviews
Price from
£279
per night

Boasting sea views, Ocean view, two-level condo with stunning view, decks, fast WiFi & fireplace provides accommodation with a balcony, around 70 metres from Mission Beach. This holiday home offers accommodation with a patio. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Perfect location, property is perfectly set up!

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£340
per night

Set in the Coronado district of San Diego, Luxury Beach-Front High-Rise Apartment offers accommodation with a private pool and a 24-hour front desk. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, pool at the pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot tub, as well as the spa facilities and fitness room.

AMAZING apartment in Coronado shores! great view, very nice host, next to the iconic Coronado Hotel

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10
Exceptional
7 reviews

Set in San Diego, Crown Point Home w/ Cowboy Pool 2 Blocks to Bay offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. This holiday home provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from Sail Bay Beach.

Good location. It was a little noisy because it corners on two fairly busy streets.

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9
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£197
per night

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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.
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  • Avg. price/night: £277.66
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 451 reviews
    Situated right on the beachfront, the location can’t be beat. The staff were very helpful and allowed us to store our luggage as we arrived early via Uber. Comfy bed and the room was quiet. Great features such as filtered water and espresso machines and an honesty bar too. The outdoor lounge area with music is such a nice touch. The nearby grassy knoll park to the south is gorgeous too.
    Catherine & Marlon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £359.96
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 876 reviews
    Location was excellent. Right on the beach (bayside) and a 5-10 min walk to the ocean. Helpful staff. Nice ammenities.
    BRIAN
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £270.39
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,602 reviews
    The location is great, right on the beach, and walking distance from good eating. I was in town for a conference at a resort about 2 blocks away, I’m happy I stayed at the Ocean Park Inn, it was way more affordable and the rooms were nicer. Bed was super comfortable, room spacious, nicely decorated and very clean. Staff were very friendly and super helpful.
    Roland
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £274.21
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,465 reviews
    Perfect location right on the beach. Great pool, hot tub and fireplace in the outdoor courtyard. Fantastic views of the water and boardwalk.
    Warren
    Young couple
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 941 reviews
    Excellent location! This hostel faces the magnificent Pacific Ocean. It is the very best seaside hostel I have stayed. I wish I would have known this hostel earlier as I feel that the previous four nights were wasted on staying at various beachside hostels at San Diego and LA.
    Pai Ling
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 941 reviews
    It's in a perfect location right on the beach! Both the visitors and the staff were spot on! Helpful in any way they could be. Great price, would recommend
    Laurie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £277.66
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 451 reviews
    This hotel is on the beach. There is nice area with sunbeds and chillin with ocean view. Beach is long so you can enjoy long walks. In the hotel you can borrow surfs, boogie boards for free. Hotel is next to the lifeguard headquarter so you can feel very safe. Nice places to eat are in walking distance.
    Gabriela Kizakova
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews
    Beautiful seaside location, old school cozy look&feel, comfortable and large rooms. Excellent office staff, very responsive. Loved beachfront location and free beach chairs and towels.
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £139.93
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 565 reviews
    The location right on the beach was ideal. After travelling for a couple of weeks it was ideal for relaxing and enjoying the San Diego ocean side
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £277.66
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 451 reviews
    EVERYTHING! It’s right on the beach, walking distance to restaurants and bars, restaurants RIGHT next door, super clean, friendly staff, the Complimentary wine at check in for my honeymoon, the brooms on the doors for the sand on your feet, other beaches minutes away, Downtown SanDiego 20 min away, perfect location for everything, honestly I can keep going and going!
    Jennifer
    Young couple

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