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The Beach Cottages

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Pacific Beach Park

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On the beach
Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor | Beach/ocean view
Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront
Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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

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

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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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)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with 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)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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

  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Balcony

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

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

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
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor | Courtyard view

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

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

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

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

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

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

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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)
  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View) | Terrace/patio

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

A beachfront property with a balcony overlooking the ocean, beach houses, and a pier.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Sea View

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

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About the area

San Diego

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Pacific Beach hotel, you'll find Pacific Beach Park and Crystal Pier. Also, Mission Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Tourmaline Surfing Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Crystal Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 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) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideaway Pacific Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Beach Cottages

Beachfront hotel near Pacific Beach Park
The Beach Cottages offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Beach Cottages also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1948
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Beach Cottages to the airport?

The Beach Cottages is 10.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Beach Cottages?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Beach Cottages on Apr 30, 2026 start from CA $238, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Beach Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Beach Cottages.

How close is The Beach Cottages to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Beach Cottages offer free breakfast?

The Beach Cottages does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Beach Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Beach Cottages?

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

Is there free parking at The Beach Cottages?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 15 per night.

Does The Beach Cottages have a pool?

The Beach Cottages does not have a pool.

Does The Beach Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Beach Cottages to downtown San Diego?

The Beach Cottages is 7.6 mi away from San Diego.

The Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 697 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 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

10/10 Excellent

DUANE, Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mona, WESTCHESTER

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frank

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great beachfront value. Nice size room. Clean. Nice balcony witg ocean view. Easy, low-cost parking. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best value in PB!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the beach! Large kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Saw a little piece of the ocean view no buildings in the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Jordi, San Diego

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Romy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very nice! Staff is wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best beachfront property on the boardwalk!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room-excellent service
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Lincoln

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was excellent, a lot of food options in walking distance. Room was clean and good for what we needed, a kitchen. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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