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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property

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On the beach, surfing
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Ocean View Jr Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

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

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | View from room

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

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

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About the area

San Diego

With a stay at Surfer Beach Hotel in San Diego (Pacific Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Mission Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk. .This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Mission Bay and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Port of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pacific Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 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) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Pacific Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Surfer Beach Hotel offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 53 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Satisfy your appetite at World Famous, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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 transport

  • Parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces 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

  • Cot (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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (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
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1198 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room view is too beautiful but there are a few things that the hotel definitely needed some love period but it also is getting renovated so I had the perfect trip period and we lucked out and were able to get on street parking and save 37 a night
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gisele

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pawel

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was great and our room was very clean. The location of this hotel cannot be beat.
Surfer Beach Hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES, Gig Harbor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked staying at this hotel because of the location. Beach walking for exercise and people watching is right outside the door and there are many nearby dining areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to see the ocean but the rooftop of the restaurant was part of our view. However it was very nice having a great restaurant so close and it was not noisy at all. The amenities were very basic. The bed was comfortable and the room and bedding were clean. It would have been nice to have chairs or a place to sit in the room. It was good to have a deck looking out to the ocean which a lot of the newer facilities in the area were lacking. We love to hear the sound of the ocean and it was very close to the beach, which was a priority to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and so convenient. The pool was right out our door and so was the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When I booked these rooms I booked so I could see the beach from my room. That is what the room stated. I wanted to see the beach. When I mentioned that to the hotel staff they told me it'd be an extra charge. I said, I booked the rooms with a beach view. So for an additional fee I could have that room. I was so upset. That's the reason I choose this hotel! Room was hot all night with the little window air unit. stains on pillow. bed was comfortable - I will give them that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

NEMATULLAH

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rylee LaRae

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing! Very friendly & helpful! The beach is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

bradley

Disliked: Cleanliness
Parking was horrendous
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Debra

Older hotel but excellent location. Right on beach. Great views of sunset/ocean. Numerous food options. Have stayed here for many years when in Pacific Beach
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

Dog friendly

Staff was nice. They went out of there way to get another hose so I could get the sand off my dog. The floor in the room was slippery for her though maybe would be nice to have some towel since you bring in sooo much sand from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was amazing they where on top of there game very helpful with places to eat and shop and took care of all our room needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is right on the beach. The location almost makes it worth it. The hotel itself is very old and run down. The shower was made for very short people. My bedding was dirty and the tv was not working well. I would still recommend if location is super important to you and your on a budget.
From our room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff members were amazing with a great vibe Thanks✨🌻
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience was not bad. Parking was horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025