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2.5 star property

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On the beach
Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets
Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Sea View | Terrace/patio
A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach in the foreground, and palm trees.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $253
$220 nightly
$253 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26

Explore the area

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4255 Ocean Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Beach Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

A patio area with a table and chairs, a small building with a green wall, and a view of the beach through a gate.

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View | Balcony

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Apartment One Bedroom, 1 Queen and Sofa Bed, Kitchen, Ocean View

Apartment One Bedroom, 1 Queen and Sofa Bed, Kitchen, Ocean View | Balcony

Apartment One Bedroom, 1 Queen and Sofa Bed, Kitchen, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View) | Street view

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 2nd Floor

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 2nd Floor | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 2nd Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor

  • Ocean view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a hedge, and a building with white columns and shutters.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 872 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

A beachfront property with a patio area, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 875 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View | Beach/ocean view

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 875 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

  • 575 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a building with a green wall and a door marked '107'.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

A balcony with seating and a view of the ocean.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

A house with a number 105 on the door, a sliding glass door, and a small garden with plants and a red poinsettia.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

A small, single-story building with a green exterior and white trim. It features a patio with a table and chairs, a small garden with red flowers, and a blue trash bin.

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 435 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 415 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

A multi-story building with a green and white facade, a parking lot with several cars, and a palm tree-lined street.

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, Annex Building, 3rd Floor With Balcony (No Elevator, No View)

A balcony with a view of a beach, palm trees, and parked cars.

Deluxe Studio, Annex Building, 3rd Floor With Balcony (No Elevator, No View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Sea View

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Sea View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Pacific Beach), The Beach Cottages is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Beach Park and Crystal Pier. .This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Mission Beach and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Tourmaline Surfing Park.

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Crystal Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pacific Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mission Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 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 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Beach Cottages

The Beach Cottages offers 80 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Additional amenities at this hotel include barbecue grills and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1948

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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The Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 710 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel right on the beach front very enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Keon

good rooms, great location, helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay by the beach we really love the cottages , the kitchen the grill outside our cottage we are definitely coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for four people, lots of room, housekeeping was excellent, we really enjoyed short walk to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view was amazing and you cannot beat the location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time at the Beach Cottages. Very friendly, courteous staff. Great family atmosphere! Kids loved the ping pong table.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armon

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and great location. Very professional staff and great customer service. All was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay but need air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 2 night stay over spring break and the only regret is that we didn't stay longer. We had the best experience staying at the beach cottages. Excellent location, the staff was very friendly and being able to text them if we needed anything was great! We will 100% be booking there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very friendly, the room was spacious and super clean. Great location too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Germain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing the kitchen was great to be able to cook everyday was a life saver
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottages are an excellent way to stay in Pacific Beach if you want location and affordability. It is right on the beach but is very reasonably priced. The rooms are very clean and have everything you will need including grills, and outdoor activities like ping pong.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay if you want a family vacation beachside! Easy and convenient especially with toddlers and a baby! We stay every year! Love it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great and responsive staff, perfect beach location -looking forward to returning in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach property a bit noisy with a lot of college kids about at night but otherwise great place
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Garold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff was helpful, service was very good, location excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hailey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, very clean. Front desk was super helpful and kind. Great location and would recommend to anyone staying in Pacific beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pernilla

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, spacious room. But the place could use a touch up. All in all good, an d I recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view to beach sunsets...never set foot in that kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hollye

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is so friendly and the location can’t be beat
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beach view
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Marianne

Rooms were very clean,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026