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Top Beach Southern California Hotels

Bahia Resort Hotel

998 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA

4 hours drive from Universal Studios Hollywood

Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,031 reviews)

Property is old but well maintained. Our room was clean and quiet, but it can be busy on weekends. Have stayed at this property several times and usually have no issues, very easy to walk down to Belmont Park and public parking if needed

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Catamaran Resort and Spa

3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA

4 hours drive from Universal Studios Hollywood

Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,237 reviews)

Very tropical feel. Clean. Very friendly, helpful staff!

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Wayfarer San Diego

707 Pacific Beach Dr San Diego CA

4 hours drive from Universal Studios Hollywood

Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,765 reviews)

Great stay! Definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

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