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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
$178
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Ocean View Jr Suite

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

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

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About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

3-star hotel in Pacific Beach
At Surfer Beach Hotel, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy surfing/body boarding. Housekeeping is available on request.
Surfer Beach Hotel offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. 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.

The hotel offers a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Surfer Beach Hotel is a smoke-free property.

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.

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 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 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

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

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 25.0 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 25.0 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 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

Reviews

Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 1172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1172 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mollie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Rooms could use an upgrade. But it’s a perfect beach location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great property it stay at, prob more so in the winter, does list AC but the one in our room didn’t work was so humid was miserable to be in the room was cooler outside. Other then that super good property the pictures make it look alot more to date and such it’s your standard motel vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is in desperate need of a refresh. Great location on the beach made tollerable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Steps away to the beach and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Air conditioning was not the greatest
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was spectacular, the sound of the waves and the fresh ocean air added to the ambiance. Amazing and delicious food choices within walking distance. The room was clean and very comfortable. The staff was also very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is definitely old. Could use some updating here and there, but I would highly recommend this hotel. I had a fantastic time. Great location. Staff was friendly, courteous, helpful, and definitely in the right business. I hope to go back again someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ivy

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: right on the beach, lots of restaurants around. Cons: the hotel is in such a bad condition, dirty and old. I will not choose this hotel again.
View outside of the window
Headboard in the hotel room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Hector

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked a Jr suite and hotel is showing its age with worn caulking and grime in the whirlpool tub in the restroom. A plug in floor ac unit (Penguin). Bed sheets appeared to be clean, but were stiff. The box spring had no spring, just a wood frame with plywood (wood box). Great location along the Pacific Beach boardwalk though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Love how close it was to the ocean …Very welcoming and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and responsive. The location was incredible. Vintage vibe. We got a good upgrade the only negative was the size of rooms and the condition of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location and even better customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ariel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is within walking distance, Rooms are good but could use an upgrade.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shana

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 5 nights and we never had room service some and clean our room. We had to call for more towels. The hotel needs more maids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matt

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Good little beach hotel, not the nicest accommodations by any means. Shower was really small and not the most updated but it was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small but comfortable and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach! Fun area. Walkable restaurants and shopping. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRAVIS

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient. Steps from the beach. Perfect !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard E, Sun City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025