This smoke-free hotel features a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Ocean Beach Hotel offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The hotel offers a snack bar/deli. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and a garden. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Ocean Beach Hotel is a smoke-free property.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Family friendly
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
On the beach
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 accessible parking spaces
Lever door handles
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1964
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Dryer
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Beach Ocean
Hotel Ocean
Hotel Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach Hotel
Ocean Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel San Diego
Ocean Beach San Diego
Ocean Beach Hotel Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel San Diego
Ocean Beach Hotel Hotel San Diego
Ocean Beach Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We enjoyed our stay and felt very safe. The staff, housekeepers were very friendly and accommodating. The location was perfect and there’s a lot of walkable restaurants and bars. The room was on the smaller side but it was fine for our 3 night stay. There is no elevator so if you’re on the 3rd floor, be prepared to drag your luggage upstairs. Overall we had a great experience in Ocean Beach (ob) I’m looking forward to returning.
I don’t usually leave reviews but our hotel stay was just fantastic! So close to the beach and so many restaurants and little shops to check out. We were so happy with the cleanliness of the room and it was just really casual. The parking lot is tight but it all worked out. We will definitely plan a return visit.
Such an awesome experience we went for an overnight trip wanted something close to the beach so we could hang out all day and then just walk to our hotel without the hassle of loading and unloading all of our beach stuff lugging everything around back and fourth on top of having to deal with parking . This hotel offered free parking and the rooms although not all that big were cozy and clean which is the most important for me because all we used the room for was to sleep . The ocean beach strip offered such an awesome night life as sooon as you step foot on the street bars restaurants. The view from the shared balcony is amazing I was concerned since our room had a partial view I wasn’t going to get a great experience but that shared patios made it to where you could sit down and enjoy the view at any time . Waking up hearing the seagulls and the waves is the best at this hotel you will not be disappointed
The rooms were dirty and a blunt was left in the room and on the balcony. The bathroom had no fan. There were scratches in the front door. The bed was way too soft. My back was sunk into the mattress and I had terrible sleep. The ocean view doesn’t have a balcony to step out and enjoy the view I paid for. The framing from the walls was tearing off terribly. The room and paint was very old. The pictures were not accurate to the promotion of the hotel at all. The area was not family friendly and felt very unsafe. I moved the tiny table in front of the door when I slept because I felt unsafe. I would not recommend this place to anymore. Bars surrounded the hotel and music was very loud at night time and hard to sleep. You can hear people verbally fighting using foul language. This was a terrible stay.
L'Shray
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Jessica, Half Moon Bay
Traveled with partner
Apr 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Literally right across the street from the beach! In a super fun area, although seemed possibly a little sketchy at night for a woman alone, although maybe that was because we were there on a Saturday night. Infrastructure looks a little tired, but the super sweet staff totally made up for that!
We absolutely loved staying at OC Beach Hotel. It was so clean and everyone was so friendly!!! Loved watching people walk their dogs! We will definitely be back!!!
The view of the oceanfront was just amazing. Especially at night with the twinkle lights. I enjoyed the stay and would go back in the future. Great time!
Being right across the street from the beach and having their own parking lot were definite pluses. The hotel was close to every attraction and the food within walking distance was delicious. My only complaints were that the floor in the room were a little slick (may be due to the beach atmosphere, not sure) and not having enough towels for a family of four. These were minor and did not take away from our 5 star experience.
The stay at this property was pretty amazing. The only issues I had were the ac not staying on, theblightingnis pretty dim, and the floors left my socks dirty.
Marina
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Deborah
Traveled with family
Apr 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dingy dark , motel like room
Great location if you want to be in grungy ocean beach area and especially if you are surfer. Great beach outside with wonderful surf. Good food and drink close by . No path to walk or run on at beach so if you like that this is not place .
Lovely balcony with tables to watch ocean and drink your coffee in am .
Hotel is clean but room was so dark and dingy . We did not have an ocean view room so if we opened the curtain covering the one window we would be looking out into hallway and would have no privacy .
Bed was comfortable but really soft mattress .
Nice large TV but can’t access Netflix or streaming just bad cable shows .
Nice large fridge and coffe machine and really good shower pressure in shower .
Would stay here again :(
Close to everything and clean. It’s not luxury but for a lowkey beach stay, it does the job.
David
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Maggie
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Apr 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was very clean and the staff were some of the very best. However, the first room we were given was on the 2nd floor right by the stairs. It was so loud all night. They did allow us to move, and I bought a fan. It was night and day difference. The biggest issue is the homeless outside. On our very first visit to the ocean (across the street) a homeless man started yelling profanities at everyone and scared children. In the following evenings it wasn’t uncommon to see lots of people digging in trash, laying around, and talking/yelling to themselves.
The staff were so helpful and nice. The beach is just over the road. The food and shopping around is great with the farmers market on Wednesday afternoon.