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The Beach Cottages

2.5 star property

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Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor | Beach/ocean view
Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Courtyard
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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4255 Ocean Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Crystal Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

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

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

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

  • City view
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

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

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King 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 | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 415 sq ft
  • 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 | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 300 sq ft
  • 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 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

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

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

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

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

  • City view
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 700 sq ft
  • 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

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

  • 463 sq ft
  • 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 | Beach/ocean view

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

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor | Beach/ocean view

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

  • Ocean view
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 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 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 875 sq ft
  • 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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 875 sq ft
  • 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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

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

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

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

  • 872 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 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) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About this property

The Beach Cottages

Hotel in Pacific Beach
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Limited housekeeping is available.
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.
The Beach Cottages features barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

Languages

English

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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10 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 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 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

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. 669 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

larissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Awesome location! Close to San Diego zoo stores, and restaurants.Clean and comfy! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Amenities
Everything great so far
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was clean and spacious. It had all the amenities we could possibly need a cute Kitchenette, that was fully stocked with pots pans, and dishes. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and carried our luggage to the second floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay Clean and Comfortable

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLL, SPANAWAY

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kristine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were helpful and friendly! We had a great view of the ocean and enjoyed sitting on our patio!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.Right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked our anniversary trip to the Beach Cottages! Nice, relaxing extended weekend! The staff was the best and you can't beat a hotel right on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved being so close to the beach and hearing the waves all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location on the beach. Staff was friendly and helpful. I’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and relatively affordable option to experience San Diego by the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the proximity to the ocean and dining and shopping options within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach. Great food and dining options right there. Easy to access north and south.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this property is unbeatable. Right on the boardwalk with plenty of amazing dining options easily walkable. This was a repeat visit to the property and I would happily book there again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay.

Very nice stay. Property was"as expected".
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025