Pacific Beach, CA

San Diego

Pacific Beach Park showing a beach
Pacific Beach Park showing general coastal views, surfing and swimming
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach and a sunset
Pacific Beach Park featuring a sandy beach
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach bar and drinks or beverages
Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

Get refreshed on the clean sands of Pacific Beach, where the surfing lifestyle, gorgeous coastal scenery and friendly locals make every stay an invigorating vacation. The Pacific Beach strip was developed in the 1880s and has developed a reputation for having a youthful cultural landscape complete with eccentric bohemians and adventurous artists.

Meet local residents over a hearty breakfast at a café with views of the Pacific Beach shoreline. Afterward, bring a towel and umbrella to the beach and relax near the ocean. Read a book or play a game of beach volleyball on Pacific Beach’s public courts. Let the family dogs loose at the designated dog area and delight as they frolic in the ocean.

Take your surfboard out to the popular breaks along the beachfront and catch waves with views of San Diego. For more secluded surfing, venture to the Tourmaline Surfing Park in North Pacific Beach. This cove is only accessible via a steep walking path.

Join cyclists, joggers and roller skaters enjoying the day along the pedestrian boardwalk. This walkway stretches for 3 miles (5 kilometers) along the coast south of the wealthy seaside village of La Jolla. Stop at a selection of surfing shops and play soccer on the grass at Kate O. Sessions Park inland from the ocean.

Head to Crystal Pier to capture a panoramic photo of the sunset. Savor the view as you fish off the edge of the pier with locals while enjoying an afternoon beverage.

After dark, head to one of many bars and restaurants along the promenade as they come alive with light and music. Alternatively, grab a taco from a street stall and head directly to Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach’s main party spot. Dance until dawn with a young San Diegan crowd.

Pacific Beach is just a few minutes’ drive north of downtown San Diego. Although some parking is available, get here conveniently via public bus or train services without worrying about finding a parking spot.


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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 NT$3,013 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
NT$3,013
NT$3,463 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,627 reviews)
"It was a perfect stay! Came for my bach and had so much fun!"

Reviewed on 2025/8/17

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
Surfer Beach Hotel

Surfer Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
San Diego
The price is NT$5,339 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
NT$5,339
NT$6,031 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,062 reviews)
"Right on the beach! Fun area. Walkable restaurants and shopping. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 2025/8/17

Surfer Beach Hotel
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 NT$2,613 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$2,613
NT$3,004 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,332 reviews)
clean room, okay at best breakfast.
"The room was clean and as described and everything worked. The pool was warm and comfortable, the hottub was hot. Parking was bit tight for our full sized SUV, but we managed. The breakfast was okay at best. We mostly skipped it and ate out. Scrambled eggs with dry sausage patties, I think they were ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/15

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach

2.5 out of 5
4545 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NT$3,134 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
NT$3,134
NT$3,540 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,214 reviews)
"We live in San Diego. What we expect to stay at a hotel is privacy, that is number one. Check in time and a washing machine issue, both time the stuff did great help. Thank you."

Reviewed on 2025/8/12

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach
Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park Inn

3 out of 5
710 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Really cute decor, spotless, right on the PB boardwalk, kind and efficient staff. Great stay!"

Reviewed on 2025/8/14

Ocean Park Inn
Pacific Terrace Hotel

Pacific Terrace Hotel

4 out of 5
610 Diamond St, San Diego, CA
The price is NT$10,074 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$10,074
NT$11,580 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Comfy beds. Very nice staff."

Reviewed on 2025/8/17

Pacific Terrace Hotel
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