Pacific Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A pier extending into calm waters with people on it and a sandy beach with seaweed and a few individuals.
A beach with surfers and swimmers during sunset.
A pier at sunset with people sitting and standing, waves crashing below.
A beach with people sunbathing, umbrellas, and a pier in the background.
A pink cocktail with an orange slice and a straw, garnished with a small umbrella, in front of a building with a thatched roof.

Get to Pacific Beach after the sun goes down because this is the place to be in San Diego for partying.

Attracting fun and funky crowds who come to surf, swim and party, Pacific Beach has a younger and more cruisey vibe than its neighbours La Jolla and Mission Beach. Beautiful golden sands and clear waters are backed by a long boardwalk, which buzzes with cyclists, rollerbladers and strolling locals. Night time brings out San Diego’s party people. Students rub shoulders with professionals in cool dive bars, ale houses, clubs and restaurants and it’s impossible not to join in.


Stay near popular Pacific Beach attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best 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 AU$159 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$159
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very good! (2,420 reviews)
"Good location, good services and clean facility."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
The Beach Cottages

The Beach Cottages

2.5 out of 5
4255 Ocean Boulevard San Diego CA
The price is AU$251 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$251
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I loved the beachy feel of the place. I love"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

The Beach Cottages
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 AU$151 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$151
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very good! (1,628 reviews)
"helpful and supportive safe parking"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

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

Surfer Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
San Diego CA
The price is AU$208 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$208
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Surfer Beach Hotel
PB Surf Beachside Inn

PB Surf Beachside Inn

2.5 out of 5
4760 Mission Blvd San Diego CA
The price is AU$188 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$188
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
PB Surf Beachside Inn
Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach

Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach

2.5 out of 5
4802 Mission Blvd San Diego CA
The price is AU$188 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$188
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their ...
Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Pacific Beach

Find the best Pacific Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Pacific Beach
Learn more about Pacific Beach

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.

Gaslamp Quarter

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

Mission Beach

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

Mission Bay

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

Point Loma

Seaside views a bustling port and top sights from Marine Corps Recruit Depot to Shelter Island – discover Point Loma, a destination also famous for its island views.



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