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Diamond Head Inn

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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On the beach
Exterior
Property grounds
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
TV
Experience the laid-back vibes of Mission Beach at Diamond Head Inn, with free in-room WiFi to stay connected. Enjoy a short stroll to the boardwalk or take advantage of express check-out and luggage storage - previous guests rave about the beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
On the beach

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Noteworthy nearby activities include whale watching and sailing.

On the beach
On the beach
What guests liked about the beach

The property offers a perfect beach location with easy access to the beach and nearby amenities.

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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TV

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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605 Diamond St, San Diego, CA, 92109

What's nearby

  • Pacific Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mission Bay - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • SeaWorld - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideaway Pacific Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mavericks Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tower23 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪JRDN Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thrusters Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Diamond Head Inn

Hotel near Mission Beach
Close to Mission Beach Boardwalk, Diamond Head Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Diamond Head Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and stovetops

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [PB Surf located at 4760 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 40 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Diamond Head Inn
Diamond Head Inn San Diego
Diamond Head San Diego
Diamond Head Hotel San Diego
Diamond Head Inn Hotel
Diamond Head Inn San Diego
Diamond Head Inn Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Diamond Head Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Diamond Head Inn allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 45 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Diamond Head Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Diamond Head Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Diamond Head Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Diamond Head Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Pacific Beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Beach Park and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Beach and Mission Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Diamond Head Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 720 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 720 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 720 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 720 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 720 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Close to everything! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. It’s comfortable and easy to walk everywhere when you find parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean management is very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but cute and clean and had a small cooktop, microwave and fridge. Awesome location just across the street from the beach. Loved it!! Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Amazing location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking and check in location is a little rough but over all a great place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Breffni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great spot if you are looking for easy access to everything PB. The rooms are a bit dated, but that’s not unusual for PB. I’d recommend for longer stays - I was only there for a few days so didn’t take advantage of the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location by the beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is almost nonexistent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason Elleman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The units are WAY bigger than your traditional hotel room, are very nice, and in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How close to everything from the ocean to the dining!!! It was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
location is great. room is good size with kitchenette. pretty clean. no ice maker, no pool, no extras
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Biniam

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No parking at the property, u have to check in at a different hotel a block away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, multiple options for parking near the beach. Only issue was the sink in the bathroom took far too long to drain. Decent price for the location, would still stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it was next to the beach and easy to locate!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed the size and layout. Good bang for my buck!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanne

good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Amazing location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything went well & was all smooth. The property was really nice and steps from the beach. We wish we would have stayed longer to enjoy it more. Overall, everything was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Confusing check in, limited parking. Room was clean and modern, tv didn’t work but maintenance was on it. Location is priceless.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for the area, which is mostly much more expensive. Parking was a bit inconvenient, but having a guaranteed parking spot is great at the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, check-in was easy, staff were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

naomi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
woke up with bug bits. room smelt like urine. carpet was gross. the lock on the door was damaged and we had to jiggle it in order to lock. horrible experience , especially the elk to check in all the way to pb surf , it was annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025