Beach Cities San Diego County, CA

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Downtown City of San Diego, California USA at Dawn; Shutterstock ID 192606143
Downtown City of San Diego, California USA at Dawn; Shutterstock ID 192606143
On a warm summer evening at the Torrey Pines Bridge, I sat waiting for the perfect timing for when the train passes by and the sun is setting. This scene is the perfect example of a summer in San Diego CA. #nature
Beach Cities San Diego County
The staircase into the Pacific. Sunset Cliffs grants incredible views of the Pacific, the jagged coastline and the occasional cliff diver.

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Where to stay in Beach Cities San Diego County

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✔️San Diego imports 168 million gallons of water a day. ✔️San Diego produces the most avocados in the United States. 

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Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

Mission Beach
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

4/5(1,422 area reviews)

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

Pacific Beach
Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach

4/5(290 area reviews)

Ocean Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of San Diego.

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Mission Bay

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

Mission Bay
Mission Beach featuring tropical scenes, street scenes and a beach

Central Mission Beach

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

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

Central Mission Beach
Steps down to North Pacific Beach, looking south to Crystal Pier and Mission Beach; Shutterstock ID 622036673; Purchase Order: -

North Pacific Beach

While visiting North Pacific Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Pacific Beach and Tourmaline Surfing Park.

North Pacific Beach
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ¥23,905 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
¥23,905
¥35,586 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,410 reviews)
Spotless

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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 ¥25,898 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
¥25,898
¥33,292 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,067 reviews)
Great amenities the pool area was great

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

3 out of 5
3888 Greenwood St San Diego CA
The price is ¥20,647 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
¥20,647
¥23,733 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Port of ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (619 reviews)
Hotel very nice. Staff very nice. Location not to great due to all the homeless. San diego is not the clean city anymore. Homeless all over and the city does not clean up after they mess it up.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld
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.
tourmaline beach studio

tourmaline beach studio

San Diego CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in San Diego. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (464 reviews)
This is a clear 5 star VRBO, nicely furnished (homey, comfortable) and with a well equipped kitchen. The enclosed backyard is a delightful secluded spot to sit with a book or a beverage, and the location is excellent, in a quiet residential neighborhood just two blocks from the beach. The unexpected ...

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

tourmaline beach studio
1 House to Beach! 3 Levels + Panoramic Sky View Deck

1 House to Beach! 3 Levels + Panoramic Sky View Deck

San Diego CA
Stay at this vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Port of San Diego are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
House was perfect! It was large and comfortable, close to the bay and beach. We had an amazing time would go back anytime. The garage is small, and parking can be tricky but if you follow the measurements included in the listing you will be fine. We were in a minivan and it worked.

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

1 House to Beach! 3 Levels + Panoramic Sky View Deck
On the Sand * Exclusive Water View Deck * Top Level * A/C

On the Sand * Exclusive Water View Deck * Top Level * A/C

San Diego CA
Book a stay at this beach apartment in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Mission Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
The location (on the water) was as promised and other than the couch, it was clean. (Couch needs to either be deeply cleaned or replaced.)

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

On the Sand * Exclusive Water View Deck * Top Level * A/C
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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