Surfer Beach Hotel offers a quintessential beach experience where guests can spread out on the sand or relax with coffee in hand. The property serves as an ideal base for surfing enthusiasts, provides a refreshing pool area, and features rooms with ocean vistas.
Located in Pacific Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego, Surfer Beach Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Pechanga Arena and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. San Diego Zoo and Birch Aquarium are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our San Diego travel guide
San Diego, CA
What's nearby
Mission and Pacific Beaches
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Mission Beach Boardwalk
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Pacific Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mission Bay
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Mission Beach
5 min walk - 0.5 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)
28 min drive
Restaurants
Hideaway Pacific Beach
8 min walk
Pacific Beach Shore Club
5 min walk
Pacific Beach AleHouse
6 min walk
Baja Beach Cafe
4 min walk
The Open Bar
5 min walk
About this property
Surfer Beach Hotel
Hotel near Mission Beach
Located close to Mission and Pacific Beaches, Surfer Beach Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. With amenities like a beachfront location and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Self parking (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Wedding services, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
An elevator, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 53 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Heating and portable fans
Pillowtop mattresses and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Tubs or showers and free toiletries
50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers
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 transportation
Self parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Limited onsite self 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
Crib (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
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
1 building
4 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Crib (surcharge)
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Phone
Portable fan
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 15.0 per day
Property 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 15.0 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 fire extinguisher and 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
Frequently asked questions
Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Surfer Beach Hotel?
As of Aug 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfer Beach Hotel on Sep 2, 2026 start from ₩279,043, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Surfer Beach Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 37.50 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Surfer Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Surfer Beach Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Surfer Beach Hotel located?
Located in Pacific Beach, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade, just steps from Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Beach and Mission Bay are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Can’t beat the location. Literally on the beach. Rooms are nice and the pool is temperature controlled so even if you don’t want to be on the beach, can still swim. Views are perfect
Alex at the front desk was amazing at our check-in! He hooked us up with a great room with a view of the ocean, gave us a free dessert VIP card for the restaurant attached to the hotel, and had a great rapport. The room was clean and was close to the boardwalk. Great stay!
Location is great. Hotel is a bit run down but the room was clean and beds pretty comfortable. The staff were awesome! Rafa and Angel, specifically.
Robin L
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Lisa
Jul 19, 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Our bathroom sink never drained, and the ac unit sounded like a 737 taking off but the hotel is convienent for the beach and having little kids. The staff has been amazing, for the money they def need to upgrade the ac’s
Room was great for what we needed. Very loud on the east facing side due to Flamingo Deck Restaurant music until about midnight. Staff were great, room was clean, beach front property you can’t beat in price. Would stay again!
Our room was clean and comfortable. We looked out on the pool from the 1st floor and could open our sliding door to sit outside.
The proximity to the beach, the restaurant next door (World Famous), and the ease of walking to restaurants and bar on the beachfront were top reasons we loved it.
The front desk staff was amazing at check-in. The guys were helpful, friendly and fun. The check out staff was just as helpful, offered to keep my bags while I spent the day seeing some sites before flying home.
My birthday weekend!
Amazing staff!
I arrived super early and was able to check my bag. When I returned from exploring, my room was ready early!
My room was clean, spacious and quiet!
I had lunch at the attached restaurant, World’s Famous.
Everything was awesome and I would definitely stay here again!
Thank you!
Frankie
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Stephanie
Apr 20, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was ok, was quiet at night, not bad for the price, really close to the Beach and a lot of places to eat. Great walk on the Boardwalk
I like the access to the beach. The rooms definitely needed cleaning and upkeep. Walls, refrigerator, and baseboards were dirty. Stairwell and elevator in dire need of cleaning. Beds were clean & comfortable.