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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property

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On the beach, surfing
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, SeaWorld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • 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)
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

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

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 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, pillow-top 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, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

  • 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 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from University of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Crystal Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 6.4 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
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Deck - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

Beach hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
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.

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 on-site 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

  • 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
  • 3 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
  • 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

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. 525 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1140 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

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

Our Vacation stay at The Surfer

We had such a good time the staff was very friendly and helpful they braught towels extra bedding to our room when needed . The rooms were clean and we were so close to the Beach . Will definitely go Back !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The internet was non functional and theTV allowed you to watch just lo al cannels
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Liked: Staff & service
Good loc
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the sunset views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My 10 times staying always A1
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Desiree Anne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for beach time and walking around for eats and treats. Staff was super helpful and kind. Swift service when I texted their personal text assistant. Perfect family getaway and we can't wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and staff were great. Building is old, dirty, and somewhat unkept.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roseanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

vininicius

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good price, pretty basic but beach front.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Will rebook but it definitely needs a facelift!

The great thing about the hotel was the location since it was right on the beach. However, the hotel is old and can use a face lift. Our bathroom lights flickered the whole time that we were there and then one set of the lights died on the second to the last day. We spent about 4 nights and 5 days there. It was our fault that we didn’t call the hotel to fix it but it was annoying as well that the light was dead by the second to the last night. Overall, I would still book the hotel again but it is definitely old and they need to replace the carpet inside or repaint the room to make it feel fresh. We’re still spending about $300(ish) a night for the room so yes, I still expect some attention to details. Another pro was that they allowed us to check in earlier than the expected time at no additional charges. For that, I am truly appreciative. I would rate this a 7 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here with young children. Had a room issue and the staff promptly resolved the concern. Perfect location for a family beach vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candy

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

Upgraded but lost our

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terry Maurice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The location is right on the beach, bed was comfortable other than a headboard. Room is average at best but location is great. Dislike: Headboard on bed was filthy and staff cleaned it some and did the best they could to be accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was looking for something near the beach (check), walkable to food & shops (check), with a nice pool (check), affordable (check), & not too far from the Naval base where my son could drive over every night after he got off work (check). The hotel met every one of my qualifications, and then some. The staff was so nice and went above and beyond to serve. I would love to stay there again when I go back to San Diego. **The hotel is older, so please know that going in.** HOWEVER, you trade that out for location, location, location, friendly staff, and comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luigina

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Celebration of Wedding Anniversary and some R&R.

This was our 3rd stay at Surfer Beach Hotel in the last five (5) years. While the closeness to the beach is awesome as well as the ocean views from the balconies, this time I was disappointed. The World's Famous Restaurant which is a part of the Hotel's Property, has significantly increased their outdoor patio area, where they sit larger parties. Because of this, our room (214) felt like it was right over that area, so it was hard to really enjoy sitting on the balcony in the evening because of the noise from the diners. The swimming pool patio area, though separated by a fence, was right up against that area, also. As far as the room goes, however, other than the very tiny shower, was comfortable. We ate at the World Famous Restaurant our first night there and breakfast the next two mornings. The food and service was excellent. Prices a little above average, but because the food was so good, it didn't really matter. All in all my husband and I enjoyed celebrating our 48th wedding anniversary along the beach area and staying at the Surfer Beach Hotel. Access from the hotel to various San Diego attractions was fairly easy. The little shops and small outdoor eating areas along Pacific Beach were really nice and fully accessible from Surfer Beach Hotel.
Sunset
View of Surfer Beach Hotel from Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Fort Collins

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the proximity to the beach & Woody’s restaurant. Rafa was very kind & helpful at the front desk
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bathroom toilet keep not working right
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay. The staff was friendly and the restaurant was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025