Title: Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113514803&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views ## Photo gallery for Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views ![Smart TV, fireplace - Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views (Solana Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113514900/113514803/a419f755.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views (Solana Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113514900/113514803/8016259e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views (Solana Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113514900/113514803/fa4cf918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach - Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views (Solana Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113514900/113514803/e305cc53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views (Solana Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113514900/113514803/f18fc2f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Golfing on site, a water park, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this condo. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1135 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views Escape to Dolphin’s Drift, a beautiful condo in Solana Beach, with ocean views. Located in the desirable Del Mar Shores Terrace community, this top floor retreat offers three private balconies, and direct beach access. Perfect for families or couples seeking a relaxing San Diego coastal getaway. Please note: Construction is underway in the complex, and some daytime noise may occur. Please call us for more details. 7-night minimum stay per HOA regulations Property Highlights • Located on the top (third) floor for unobstructed ocean views • Primary bedroom has a king bed, second bedroom has two queen beds, both with ocean views • Three balconies, including a private one off the primary bedroom • Sofa Sleeper for additional guest • Bright, open-concept living area with smart TV and seamless indoor-outdoor flow • Front balcony includes a gas BBQ grill for oceanside dining • Quartz countertops & custom cabinetry • Wine fridge and brand-new appliances • Fully stocked for easy entertaining • Spacious layout with ample counter space • High-speed WiFi • In-unit washer & dryer • Reserved garage parking space Location Perks • Secure gated entry with assigned underground parking • Heated ocean view pool & spa with breathtaking coastal vistas • Recreation room & sunbathing terrace (subject to HOA guidelines) • Direct private beach access via bluff side stairs • Walking distance to Cedros Avenue Design District, local beaches, restaurants & Del Mar Racetrack • Easy access to the Solana Beach Train Station and short drives to SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND, and USS Midway Museum Pet-Friendly Stay • Pet Policy Notice: Prior approval is required—please call our office before arrival. • Dogs considered for stays of 30+ nights (per HOA regulations) • Cats not permitted due to allergy sensitivities • Prior approval required before booking with a dog • Dogs must not be left unattended or allowed on furniture/beds • $500 refundable pet deposit and cleaning fee required • Pet waste must be properly disposed of • HOA pet guidelines provided in welcome packet, including rules for service animals Additional Info • Please note: this unit is not equipped with air conditioning • No smoking permitted anywhere on the property Locally managed by Stubbs Vacation Rentals, the premier coastal experts since 1976. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,135 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27332200/27332110/344fb96b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rancho Santa Fe Covenant Detached Guest House Covenant - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number STVR-000225 ### Property is also known as 1147-271793 ## About the area Located in Solana Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and La Jolla Beach. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Solana Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Solana-Beach.dx6936) [View more Condo rentals in Solana Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Solana-Beach-Condos.d6936-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.98179%2C-117.27232&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YaHzTZ7LTh6L3wF4H65HGw_GMUs=) Solana Beach, CA ### What's nearby - ![A walk along the beach before sunset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6936/dd50aece-53ed-4bad-a782-71a5ce047f11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Solana Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Good coffee and eats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6936/f51c1b07-3220-4c83-894a-45662093a9e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cedros Avenue 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![0_157140397_5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327817/8739cc89-7ce0-44a4-bf3d-d6eb1306499e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Del Mar Beach 8 min walk \- 0.8 km - ![Wildflowers super bloom along Sea Cliff Coastal Trail in Del Mar, 20 miles north of San Diego in Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/628316435376816128/e2e70a28-69d2-4193-b17a-2808f2835e2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Del Mar North Beach 8 min walk \- 0.8 km - Belly Up 14 min walk \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Sorrento Valley Station 14 min drive - Solana Beach Station 18 min walk - Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - San Diego County Fair Beer Garden 4 min drive - Brigantine 7 min walk - Belly Up Tavern 15 min walk - Grange Garden 14 min walk - Pillbox Tavern 15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views have a pool? ### Is Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dolphin's Drift - Top floor corner unit with ocean views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### John P. Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing I enjoyed my 3 weeks. ##### John P. Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2025 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey W. Feb 9, 2026 #### Great apartment in excellent location Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The apartment is in an excellent location - the complex has a nice relaxed feel and the people we met there were very friendly, it felt very secure. The apartment is very well fitted out and equipped and was a very comfortable and pleasant place to spend time. The parking was excellent. ##### Tracey W. This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney T. Aug 1, 2025 #### Love Solana Beach Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 4 rental in Solana Beach and our 2nd stay with Stubbs. Perfect for a family of 4-5\. Bummed the pool and hot tub were closed during our stay but the beach access was perfect. ##### Courtney T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Feb 9, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great location, comfortable spacious apartment ##### Brian Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Two Bunch Palms Spa Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Two-Bunch-Palms-Spa-Resort-Adults-Only.h1338988.Hotel-Information) > - [Miracle Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Miracle-Springs-Resort-Spa.h22765.Hotel-Information) > - [ The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Villas for COACHELLA 2020 (1st weekend)](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Cochella-Stay-At-The-Westin-Mission-Hills-Resort-Villas.h34078793.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Golf-Resort-Palm-Springs.h351.Hotel-Information) > - [Marriott's Desert Springs Villas I](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Desert-Springs-Villas-I.h661796.Hotel-Information) > - [Fantasy Springs Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Fantasy-Springs-Resort-Casino.h1138282.Hotel-Information) > - [SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Luis-Obispo-Hotels-SeaCrest-OceanFront-Hotel.h1365352.Hotel-Information) > - [Azure Palm Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Azure-Palm-Hot-Springs.h64615882.Hotel-Information) > - [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > - [Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Renaissance-Esmeralda-Resort-Spa.h12274.Hotel-Information) > - [V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-V-Capri-Palm-Springs.h13065796.Hotel-Information) > - [Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Omni-Rancho-Las-Palmas-Resort-Spa.h1703.Hotel-Information) > - [The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton-Bacara.h523758.Hotel-Information) > - [Residence Inn By Marriott Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Palm-Desert.h201084.Hotel-Information) > - [Desert Breezes Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Desert-Breezes-Resort.h18709.Hotel-Information) > - [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > - [The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h23876.Hotel-Information) > - [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > - [Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Desert-Springs-Villas-II.h57218.Hotel-Information) > - [Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Miramonte-Indian-Wells-Resort-Spa.h16768.Hotel-Information) > - [Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Agua-Caliente-Resort-Casino-Spa-Rancho-Mirage.h2020169.Hotel-Information) > - [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > - [La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-La-Quinta-Resort-Club.h10916.Hotel-Information) > - [Indian Wells Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Indian-Wells-Resort-Hotel.h14026.Hotel-Information) > - [The Sandman Santa Rosa Sonoma, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Rosa-Hotels-The-Sandman.h919721.Hotel-Information) > - [Sea Mountain Inn Nude Resort and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Sea-Mountain-Inn-Nude-Resort-Adults-Only.h27490625.Hotel-Information) > - [Embassy Suites La Quinta Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-La-Quinta-Hotel-Spa.h1356296.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Embarc-Palm-Desert.h328421.Hotel-Information) > - [The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Mission-Hills-Golf-Resort-Spa.h4124.Hotel-Information)