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$203 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$203
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (2,248 reviews)
"The rooms are not fancy, but they are clean. I purposely looked for a motel with a pool for my grandsons, but the pool was closed. The breakfast had a good variety. Overall we were satisfied with our stay."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
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$241 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$241
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,580 reviews)
"Had a nice time"

Reviewed on 15 July 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$476 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$476
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,342 reviews)
"Very clean, close to the beach, comfortable beds, close to the restaurants and bars, very nice staff."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Surfer Beach Hotel
Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel

4221 Mission Blvd San Diego CA
The price is AU$191 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$191
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in San Diego. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
5.6/10 (138 reviews)
"No ac, and it was so hot. They had a fan in the room but it didn't do much. Also bathroom door didn't close and beds were hard."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Terrace Hotel

Pacific Terrace Hotel

4 out of 5
610 Diamond St San Diego CA
The price is AU$763 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$763
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Outstanding hospitality and the service and customer satisfaction was excellent! I will highly recommend this place to everyone. I had a wonderful time."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Pacific Terrace Hotel
PB Surf Beachside Inn

PB Surf Beachside Inn

2.5 out of 5
4760 Mission Blvd San Diego CA
The price is AU$273 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$273
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay for weekend beach visit! Beach is like a block away. Parking area is small. No light above bathroom sink and no washcloths to wash with. Staff was friendly. No continental breakfast..they do have some fruit at the front desk."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

PB Surf Beachside Inn
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 Seaport Village are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Mission Beach

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

Gaslamp Quarter

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

Mission Bay

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

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach.



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