Ocean Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with palm trees, people, and buildings in the background.
A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a pier in the background, and waves crashing onto the shore.
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard station, and people enjoying the shore.
A beach with waves, people, and a rocky shoreline.
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and people walking along the shore.
With a secluded sunbathing beach, swimming-only beach, special surf beach, volleyball beach and dog beach, San Diego’s “OB” sure takes beaches seriously.

Life really is a beach in Ocean Beach. After establishing one of the country’s first leash-free dog beaches, OB went on to give every type of beachgoer its own little haven. Some beaches are lined with grassy picnic areas, while others have shops and cafés. The San Diego Fishing Pier stands out with its rock pools. The OB Farmers Market on Wednesdays and the Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-off in summer keep foodies happy.

Stay near popular Ocean Beach attractions

A beach with waves, a pier, and a rocky shoreline.

Ocean Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ocean Beach during your trip to San Diego? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Activities

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

AU$99
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

AU$79
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

AU$62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

AU$16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

AU$60
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$79
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
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Our pick of the best Ocean Beach Hotel Deals

Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
5080 Newport Ave. San Diego CA
The price is AU$213 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$213
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,452 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Ocean Beach Hotel
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
The price is AU$396 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$396
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,836 reviews)
"My wife and I decided to spend our honeymoon here. We were excited since it was supposed to be the nicest hotel we’ve stayed at thus far for any trip. On arriving and checking in, the lady at the front desk ask if we wanted our room cleaned either daily or every other day. We chose every other day ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$128 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$128
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,930 reviews)
"Great hotel for the price. Great location, fridge, microwave, AC, even a stove (used to be an apt complex). Complimentary daily newspaper. Guaranteed parking. Security guards patrolling nightly."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

California Suites Hotel
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is AU$293 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$293
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is AU$405 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$405
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,867 reviews)
"I’ve been staying at this property for over 40 years. It has gone through many owners over those years. The present owner is doing a terrible job of running a beautiful location. It was impossible to get my room cleaned after many calls to front desk. Very frustrating. When I spoke to Manager offered ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
The price is AU$296 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$296
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,455 reviews)
"Room was clean, cleaning lady was very nice through out are stay. The staff was not that helpful I felt I was the employee and the staff was royalty I was serving them. Monday when we got there went to the pool very nice, lady asked would you like 🍸's yes please and she took care of us, but the ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
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Our guide on where to stay in Ocean Beach

Find the best Ocean Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ocean Beach
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Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

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Mission Beach

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

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Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Mission Bay

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

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