Beach Cities San Diego County, CA

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Beach Cities San Diego County

Belmont Park showing rides and a garden

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 Ocean Beach Pier and Ocean Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of San Diego.

Ocean Beach
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
Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

La Jolla Shores

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

La Jolla Shores
Pacific Beach Park which includes a beach, a sunset and landscape views

North Pacific Beach

While visiting North Pacific Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach.

North Pacific Beach
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 out of 5
3880 Greenwood St, San Diego, CA
The price is ￥20,691 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
￥20,691
￥23,783 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (2,301 reviews)
"Amenities are great and plenty of parkings. Decent breakfast included. Good service and friendly staff. Clean room and floor. Room is little small but ok with the price paid."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
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 ￥34,703 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
￥34,703
￥39,890 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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! (3,508 reviews)
"Great spot easy access to everything"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3 out of 5
3737 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is ￥20,553 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
￥20,553
￥23,625 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,910 reviews)
"The price for the property was great. The room was recently remodeled and very clean. Overall the facilities are old and rundown. The laundromat had many broken washers and dryers and the detergent machine was broken. If you're going to Seaworld, this is a great place to stay. Be aware that there ..."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
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tourmaline beach studio
tourmaline beach studio
San Diego
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! (434 reviews)
Cozy Cottage
"Our stay was wonderful. Perfect getaway. Alisa, the owner, was excellent and accommodating. Will definitely book again."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

tourmaline beach studio
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)
"Everything was as described. Great location. Beach coves and cute town within walking distance."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Sunset Cliffs Oceanfront Oasis, San Diego - Stunning Views & Ocean Sounds.
WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
San Diego
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
Absolutely Amazing
"Absolutely loved this rental. You can’t beat the location. I didn’t have any issue with parking. Their team was very responsive if any issues came up. The bed was so comfy and I’m kind of a bed snob. (Lol) There were times I didn’t even want to leave the room. Absolutely loved my stay here. I’ll ..."

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
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Popular places to visit

Mission Bay featuring a sandy beach

Mission Bay

4.5/5(2,386 reviews)

Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.

Mission Bay
Bayside Skyride at Sea World, San Diego, CA

SeaWorld

4.5/5(2,421 reviews)

Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination.

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

Mission Beach

4.5/5(4,949 reviews)

A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.

Mission Beach
La Jolla Cove as well as a small group of people

La Jolla Cove

4.5/5(4,767 reviews)

Enjoy world-class shopping, restaurants and beaches in the sparkling “Jewel City” along the ocean.

La Jolla Cove
Mission Beach Boardwalk

Mission Beach Boardwalk

4.5/5(25 reviews)

After visiting Mission Beach Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Mission Beach Boardwalk
La Jolla Beach

La Jolla Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Jolla Beach during your trip to La Jolla? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

La Jolla Beach

Cities near Beach Cities San Diego County

Ocean Beach showing general coastal views and a coastal town

San Diego

Del Mar

Del Mar

La Jolla showing general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach

La Jolla