Beach Cities San Diego County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Jolla
Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views
Pacific Beach Park showing a sunset, landscape views and a sandy beach
Photo provided by San Diego Seaworld
Photo provided by San Diego Seaworld

Where to stay in Beach Cities San Diego County

Belmont Park featuring a park and rides

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Beach
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

5/5(9 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Ocean Beach
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Central Mission Beach

While visiting Central Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

Central Mission Beach
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La Jolla Shores

While visiting La Jolla Shores, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium.

La Jolla Shores
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North Pacific Beach

If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Pacific Beach
The Dana on Mission Bay
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$366 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$366
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,552 reviews)
"I stay at that resort many times at summer, Very Nice Check in from Justn at the reception, he offers upgrade my junior Suite with extra money, which is very good value, as well the dinning staff are very nice and friendly, room service and housekeeping are very helpful thank you to all staff and ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 out of 5
3880 Greenwood St, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$259 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$259
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,382 reviews)
"Cleanliness"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
2.5 out of 5
San Diego
The price is NZ$293 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$293
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, close to everything."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sunset Cliffs Oceanfront Oasis, San Diego - Stunning Views & Ocean Sounds.
Sunset Cliffs Oceanfront Oasis, San Diego - Stunning Views & Ocean Sounds.
San Diego
Book a stay at this beach apartment in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
Lovely property
"Loved everything about our stay - truly"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Sunset Cliffs Oceanfront Oasis, San Diego - Stunning Views & Ocean Sounds.
OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families
OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families
San Diego
Stay at this vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
Family summer vacation
"We had a great time in this house! Close to Bars and restaurants, but far enough away from the crowds near Belmont. House had everything we needed and we would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

OCEAN VIEWS! New Modern Style House-Great for Groups and Families
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
San Diego
Stay at this apartment in San Diego. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (152 reviews)
Comfortable Stay for a Quick Visit to OB
"My husband and our dog enjoyed the property for a short trip to Ocean Beach/San Diego from Las Vegas. The bed was comfortable. We were walkable to shops, restaurants, and the beach. We had no luck with parking out front of the property, but found nearby street parking spots and when it came time ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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