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Surfer Beach Hotel

Property class: 3

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A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and the ocean.
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A spacious kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and dining area with chairs and a table.
A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a pool area.
A beach view from a balcony with a white railing, a palm tree, and a sandy beach in the background.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $165
$146 nightly
$165 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A balcony with a view of a pool and beach, a second-floor balcony with a railing, and a third-floor balcony with a railing.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

A balcony with a view of a beach, a pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a kitchenette with a microwave, and a door leading to another room.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Ocean View Jr Suite

A beach view from a balcony with a white railing, a palm tree, and a sandy beach in the background.

Ocean View Jr Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a padded headboard.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

A hotel balcony with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a leather sofa, a small round table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

A balcony with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the beach.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the beach.

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Premium Suite

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Apartment

A balcony with a green artificial turf, a wicker sofa, a picnic table, and a view of the beach and ocean.

Executive Apartment

  • Ocean view
  • 1400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

With a stay at Surfer Beach Hotel in San Diego (Pacific Beach), you'll be steps from Mission Beach Boardwalk and 4 minutes by foot from Mission Beach. .This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mission Bay and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot.

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideaway Pacific Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Waterbar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

Surfer Beach Hotel offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 53 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Satisfy your appetite at World Famous, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
World Famous - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • World Famous

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 37.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Beach Surfer

Hotel Surfer

Surfer Beach

Surfer Beach Hotel

Surfer Hotel

Surfer Beach San Diego

Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego

Hotel Surfer Beach

Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 681 out of 1381 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1381 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 1381 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1381 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1381 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aleta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay, great access to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sienna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location was awesome and the staff was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite places to stay! Restaurants in the area are amazing and the ocean view can’t be topped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area to be at on the beach. There were some great breakfast spots right next to the hotel which was a huge plus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Liked: Staff & service
Clean Room - Great Location, staff friendly
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in great location and the staff was super nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ali and hunter we amazing made our stay very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is awesome. So nice to be able to walk right out to the beach and coffee shops, restaurants. The pool was refreshing. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location—enjoyed our stay—staff was awesome! Food location very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Love Surfer Beach! We have been staying here for over 20 years and love the staff- the old school vibe, clean comfortable rooms and amazing beachfront location on Pacific beach! Always a great stay!!☀️🐬
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are great. The beach view is amazing and the location is walkable and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful! Love staying here !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, right on the beach for a reasonable rate. I had a nice ocean view after they were nice enough to upgrade me for my birthday. Very nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and plenty to do
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and nice! Staff were helpful and views were fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Venessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex at the front desk was amazing at our check-in! He hooked us up with a great room with a view of the ocean, gave us a free dessert VIP card for the restaurant attached to the hotel, and had a great rapport. The room was clean and was close to the boardwalk. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tenth stay there great experience as always
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MONICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness
I just love it there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robin L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is great. Hotel is a bit run down but the room was clean and beds pretty comfortable. The staff were awesome! Rafa and Angel, specifically.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026