Pacific Beach, CA

San Diego
Pacific Beach Park showing general coastal views, surfing and swimming
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$3,488 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
NT$3,488
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this golf hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"It was all very good, the service, the room, etc. Except for another guest. It's stomped on the floor all night argued and cussed and fought and cussed and fought"

Reviewed on 2024/3/25

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
San Diego
The price is NT$5,155 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
NT$5,155
per night
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Such a beautiful hotel right on the beach and amazing employees!"

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

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$3,715 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
NT$3,715
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,126 reviews)
"Love the complimentary breakfast and front desk staff who give the best recommendations for great food areas"

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
The Beach Cottages
The Beach Cottages
2.5 out of 5
4255 Ocean Boulevard, San Diego, CA
The price is NT$4,959 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
NT$4,959
per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (961 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful. Text service to communicate with front desk was great. Right on the beach, so it’s very convenient."

Reviewed on 2024/3/24

The Beach Cottages
Ocean Park Inn
Ocean Park Inn
3 out of 5
710 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA
The price is NT$7,458 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
NT$7,458
per night
Apr 3 - Apr 4
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 reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Perfect place for relaxing"

Reviewed on 2024/3/27

Ocean Park 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 NT$3,715 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
NT$3,715
per night
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean. The beds were very comfortable. However, there was a strange smell in the bathroom (I had to keep the bathroom window open the whole time we were there). Turned out there was mold inside the overflow hole in the sink). The property does need some TLC on the outside, but ..."

Reviewed on 2024/3/20

Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach
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Pacific Beach Park featuring landscape views, a beach and a sunset

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Bay Park

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Pacific Beach, CA