Pacific Beach

San Diego

Pacific Beach Park showing a sandy beach
Pacific Beach Park which includes rugged coastline, a coastal town and surfing
Pacific Beach Park featuring a sandy beach and a sunset
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach
Pacific Beach Park which includes a beach bar and drinks or beverages

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

Get refreshed on the clean sands of Pacific Beach, where the surfing lifestyle, gorgeous coastal scenery and friendly locals make every stay an invigorating vacation. The Pacific Beach strip was developed in the 1880s and has developed a reputation for having a youthful cultural landscape complete with eccentric bohemians and adventurous artists.

Meet local residents over a hearty breakfast at a café with views of the Pacific Beach shoreline. Afterward, bring a towel and umbrella to the beach and relax near the ocean. Read a book or play a game of beach volleyball on Pacific Beach’s public courts. Let the family dogs loose at the designated dog area and delight as they frolic in the ocean.

Take your surfboard out to the popular breaks along the beachfront and catch waves with views of San Diego. For more secluded surfing, venture to the Tourmaline Surfing Park in North Pacific Beach. This cove is only accessible via a steep walking path.

Join cyclists, joggers and roller skaters enjoying the day along the pedestrian boardwalk. This walkway stretches for 3 miles (5 kilometres) along the coast south of the wealthy seaside village of La Jolla. Stop at a selection of surfing shops and play soccer on the grass at Kate O. Sessions Park inland from the ocean.

Head to Crystal Pier to capture a panoramic photo of the sunset. Savour the view as you fish off the edge of the pier with locals while enjoying an afternoon beverage.

After dark, head to one of many bars and restaurants along the promenade as they come alive with light and music. Alternatively, grab a taco from a street stall and head directly to Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach’s main party spot. Dance until dawn with a young San Diegan crowd.

Pacific Beach is just a few minutes’ drive north of downtown San Diego. Although some parking is available, get here conveniently via public bus or train services without worrying about finding a parking spot.


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Pacific Beach Hotel Deals

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

2.5 out of 5
4540 Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $134 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $134
CA $154 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,639 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2025

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
Surfer Beach Hotel

Surfer Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
San Diego
The price is CA $248 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $248
CA $280 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,072 reviews)
"Love how close it was to the ocean …Very welcoming and clean"

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2025

Surfer Beach Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

3 out of 5
4610 De Soto St, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $133 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $133
CA $153 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,335 reviews)
"The area around the hotel is sketchy. The first room we had was dirty and the carpet was stained everywhere. Our neighbors were loud, yelling for hours and I went to talk to the staff. They moved us and that room was great. It was clean and nice."

Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach

2.5 out of 5
4545 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $122 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $122
CA $138 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,228 reviews)
"Room was clean and bed was comfortable... Hotel is super quiet!"

Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2025

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach
Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park Inn

3 out of 5
710 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $387 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $387
CA $445 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Our hotel stay was a fantastic experience. Spotless, great decor, the staff is fabulous. Very accommodating. Location is adjacent to the beach and boardwalk. Definitely recommend this hotel!"

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025

Ocean Park Inn
Pacific Terrace Hotel

Pacific Terrace Hotel

4 out of 5
610 Diamond St, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $449 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
CA $449
CA $516 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazingly trip turned around- after expecting our 30th Anniv to include an “ocean view” room after much research & selecting Pacific Terrace (& flying in from NorCal)- we were put in a 1-king room but no view of the ocean. Just the street side. Room was FANTASTIC! With full mini kitchen & all but ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2025

Pacific Terrace Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Pacific Beach

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North Pacific Beach

While visiting North Pacific Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach.

North Pacific Beach
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Crown Point

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.

Crown Point
Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

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Central Mission Beach

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Central Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Central Mission Beach
Belmont Park which includes a garden and rides

South Mission Beach

4/5(6 area reviews)

While visiting South Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

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Ocean Beach

4/5(8 area reviews)

Ocean Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of San Diego.

Ocean Beach


Pacific Beach

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