Diamond Head Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel named 'Diamond Head Inn' with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A beach with a long pier extending into the ocean, a clear sky, and a sandy path along the shore.
A coastal hotel with a parking lot, a small building with a tiled roof, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a parking area with several cars, and a table with a cup.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a table. A large window offers a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

Explore the area

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605 Diamond St, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Diego

Diamond Head Inn places you steps from Mission and Pacific Beaches and within a 10-minute stroll of Mission Beach Boardwalk. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Plus you'll find free newspapers in the lobby, multilingual staff and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Pacific Beach hotel include Mission Beach and Mission Bay.

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pacific Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pacific Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crystal Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hideaway Pacific Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Baked Bear - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mavericks Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Diamond Head Inn

As a guest of Diamond Head Inn, you'll find multilingual staff, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Diamond Head Inn offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [PB Surf located at 4760 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 45 per pet, per stay
  • Weight limit: 40 lb per pet
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Diamond Head Inn
Diamond Head Inn San Diego
Diamond Head San Diego
Diamond Head Hotel San Diego
Diamond Head Inn Hotel
Diamond Head Inn San Diego
Diamond Head Inn Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Diamond Head Inn?

Diamond Head Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Diamond Head Inn?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Diamond Head Inn on 9 Dec 2026 start from AU$173, including 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 parking available at Diamond Head Inn?

Yep, Diamond Head Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Diamond Head Inn?

Yep, Diamond Head Inn is on Mission and Pacific Beaches, which hotel guests give top marks. Fun beach activities include body boarding, kayaking and sailing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Diamond Head Inn?

No, Diamond Head Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Diamond Head Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Diamond Head Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 870 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 870 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 870 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 870 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 870 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the perfect location. We had such a great time at the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a good place, near the sea.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen close to everything and the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place wonderful location, spacious room I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and the staff was very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the beach front great area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and very close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Pacific Beach! Its beachfront and the proximity to restaurants and shopping was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and the room was very big. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is very well kept. Amazingly close to the beach. Just a walk to the end of the building and literally down the stairs. Very clean contemporary room. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay great property you don’t need a car because everything is right there! If you have one though parking is very limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solo trip, safe, clean, next to the beach, close to Dirty Birds. Was an amazing trip! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to beach. Homeless people do take over the area. But it’s still safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Diamond Head is a classic on Mission Beach. Excellent location, horrible parking. I took my 3 sons there 35 years ago& loved it! Remodeled, clean & the mattress was great. Nice to have a kitchenette for a weekend. Great staff will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great View and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Big 1 bedrooms no view but you are right on the beach so location can’t be beat
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean,check in was confusing,had to go to another resort to check in. Vanessa at the front desk was great! Parking was adequate.Beach was directly opposite. Every thing was within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, check-in was easy, staff were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, spacious, and well located
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s my second time staying in this hotel. I really love the location - right by the beach. The rooms are clean and reasonable renovated. On a negative side - parking is somewhat limited. The bathroom could benefit from a bit more shelf/ stool space to lay out toiletries. There was no counter around the sink, and no convenient location to hang my hanging toiletries bag.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!! Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and the housekeeping and front desk staff we wonderful. The hotel provides very little in the way of amenities. The kitchenette had no towels or dish rack to wash dishes, and only one little sponge that was cut in half. We were unaware that the hotel location had no lobby and we had to walk a few blocks with our suitcases to another hotel to check in and out and this was not explained ahead of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Read the check in instructions prior to arrival. Parking wasn’t bad but pay attention to the street signs if the parking lot is full. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach was 5 min walk in total from room to actual beach. Parking is limited but it’s there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026