The Beach Cottages

2.5 star property
Sun and fun on the beach, near Crystal Pier

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Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor | Beach/ocean view
Courtyard
Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living room
Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May

Explore the area

Map
4255 Ocean Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Crystal Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 53 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 53 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, West Wing, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Terrace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 2nd Floor

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed, Main Building, 3rd Floor

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

Highlights

Terrace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 53 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Portable fan
  • 81 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Portable fan
  • 81 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Portable fan
  • 81 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

San Diego

At The Beach Cottages you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Pacific Beach Park and Crystal Pier. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Pacific Beach hotel include Mission Beach and Tourmaline Surfing Park is within 30 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Pacific Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crystal Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Belmont Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • SeaWorld - 8 min drive - 6.2 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.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Beach Cottages

Sun and fun on the beach, near Crystal Pier
The Beach Cottages offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Beach Cottages also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1948
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
The Beach Cottages offers 80 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Beach Cottages?

The Beach Cottages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Beach Cottages?

As of 28 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Beach Cottages on 30 Apr 2025 start from AU$211.46, 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 The Beach Cottages?

Yep, The Beach Cottages has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Beach Cottages?

Yep, The Beach Cottages is on Mission and Pacific Beaches, which hotel guests give top marks. Fun beach activities include scuba diving and body boarding.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Beach Cottages?

No, The Beach Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Beach Cottages?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Beach Cottages?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 663 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Deepesh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beach right outside but our heat didn’t work welll
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Price is right, close to beach, friendly service

Happy to have found The Beach Cottages. Rcommened from a friend. WE had a great experience there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable cottage with full amenities with direct access onto the beach. Kids loved the table tennis and 2 bedroom cottage was very comfoerqble
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with beautiful views. I loved the balcony and view of the ocean! It took me awhile to find it, a hotel that was really on the beach. We also had the most beautiful weather I was told by the locals it was unusual for the first week of January. The sunsets were amazing.The area restaurants were lovely and many cute shops that had everything. A shout out to the Beach Cafe right in front of the hotel. I had breakfast there and it's on the beach, I was in heaven, the staff were great. I also learned of the interesting history the hotel has. I talked to people on the beach that have been going there for many years and said it was the best. One couple had tried all the area hotels and always came back to the Beach Cottages. A well designed cozy place on the beach. The staff were wonderful. I'll be back. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannette

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Easy access to the beach. Definitely would stay again. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

ARIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy to have a place to stay near the beach. We spent our evenings walking the beach and watching the sun go down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unbeatable location

Great location near beach, restaurants, grocery store and public transportation. Decor a bit dated, but, very clean. Friendly service, we were pleased to get early check-in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value and you can’t beat the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location / outdated hotel

The location is great but the room and overall condition of the hotel is not. If you are on a budget it's a decent trade off, but if you want something clean and nice this is definitely is not the hotel. The location is awesome though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Excellent Staff

Great staff. Great location. Hotel is a little dates, but the kindness of the staff made up for it. Good value for the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manish, Englewood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was moving my son back home from college and stayed here during the process. It was clean and convenient. Quite affordable as well! The staff were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed there for two nights with my husband and two teen children. Front desk staff was very friendly. I appreciated the texting method to check in and communicate. The room and bathroom was much larger than expected. Room was dated. You can see the wear and tear. They had an old-school heater unit but it worked fine warming up the room. Beds were decent. Unfortunately, we saw a cockroach in the bathroom. It was our last night and late so it didn't feel worth it to do anything or change rooms. Also, they're located close a few restaurants where the patrons party until late into the night. We had the displeasure of hearing them at 1 am as well as police sirens several times late into the night. It wasn't something the hotel could control but something to think about with the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Eugene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay on the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I loved having a cabin like feel to staying in a hotel along the ocean. The location was awesome as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIN

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Chung-Cane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Furniture is Too old. Chair and table unstable. Sink drainage very slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jarrod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024