Best Beach Hotels in San Diego, CA

Featuring 4 outdoor pools, this San Diego 5-diamond, Mediterranean-inspired resort features tennis courts, 6 restaurants, a lobby bar, a golf course and a spa. Plush bathrobes and free WiFi is provided in all rooms. European-style soaking tub, feather down pillows and a flat-screen cable TV is provided in all rooms at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Marble dual sinks are featured in the private bathroom. Premium linens, plush towels and terry-cloth bathrobes are also provided. French cuisine and an extensive wine list are served at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s Addison Restaurant. Featuring a patio with outdoor dining, Amaya Restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes onsite. Located within Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, this resort offers free transportation to and from the select coastal towns of Del Mar, La Jolla and Solana Beach. Hotel shops, free fitness classes and a fully equipped fitness center are available onsite. SeaWorld San Diego is less than 12 mi away. Gaslamp Quarter shops and San Diego International Airport are within 30 minutes’ drive of Fairmont Grand Del Mar.

- "Amazing" - "It was a perfect place for my husband's and I honeymoon" - "wonderful visit" - "Slightly secluded property - perfect for couple or young families. Beach is 10 mins away." - "short overnight stay but wonderful experience" - "Out of this world accommodations and staff." - "Excellent staff. Beautiful upscale facility. Great for an activ couple or family!" - "Great resort but food and beverage is a rip off"

Featuring a beachfront outdoor pool and hot tub, this San Diego, California beach resort is located on Pacific Beach Park. Ocean views are featured in select island-inspired rooms. Styled in elegant dark wood furnishings, each luxurious room provides terrycloth bathrobes and free toiletries in the private bathroom at Pacific Terrace Hotel. Tasteful tropical linens are featured. Concierge services help book dinner reservations nearby. Conveniently, the San Diego Pacific Terrace Hotel offers charge back to the room services Gated underground parking and a gift shop is offered. A modern and spacious fitness center is available for guests. Mission Bay Golf Course and Practice Center is 4 miles away. Gaslamp Quarter and the San Diego Zoo are within 20 minutes’ drive of Pacific Terrace Hotel.

- "Amazing!" - "AMAZING" - "Perfect all around from staff, location, room, food and drinks" - "Will be back soon" - "First visit to San Diego and hotel would recommend to friends to stay here and hopefully" - "Beautiful beachside hotel with wonderful staff & great amenities." - "I would highly recommend Pacific Terrace! We will definitely stay there when we visit San Diego again. The staff is the" - "Perfect Experience"

Just a 5-minute walk from the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, this eco-friendly 4-star hotel offers a fine-dining restaurant and a large outdoor pool. The spacious guest rooms offer flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. An iPod dock and a work desk are provided in each room at Grande Colonial La Jolla. Rooms are traditionally styled with gold and green color accents; they include luxury bathrobes and bath amenities. Free bottled water is available. This hotel offers free access to a digital news service (PressReader), a business center, and a variety of meeting facilities for guest convenience. Valet parking and dry cleaning services are also available. Grande Colonial is a 20-minute drive from SeaWorld San Diego and the San Diego Zoo. San Diego International Airport is 13 mi away.

- "Overall it was a nice place ." - "Excellent!" - "Grande Colonial was exceptional across the board!" - "Very relaxing and easy" - "Great experience, highly recommend!" - "Hotel was acceptable since I didn't plan on spending much time at it." - "Would stay there again. Lots shopping and resturants within walking distance." - "We love the hotel but we were very unhappy in no restaurant or bar or" - "It was comfortable but perhaps not as friendly as in previous visits."

Featuring 3 pools and a full service marina, this luxury resort is located on a 15-acre peninsula. It features on-site dining and spa services. A flat-screen TV is featured in all guest rooms. San Diego International Airport is 35 minutes’ drive away. Comfortably furnished, each room at Loews Coronado Bay Resort includes a mini fridge. All rooms feature gourmet tea and coffee-making facilities. A spa quality bathrobe and toiletries are provided. Offering signature cocktails and an exclusive wine list, Crown Landing serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere. Silver Strand Exchange offers sandwiches, salads and pastries, in addition to market goods. Sea Spa + Fitness offers signature treatments, therapies and products. Guests can relax and enjoy a sea stone message or an island-inspired body wrap. Guests of Coronado Bay Loews Resort can relax in the large outdoor pool and hot tub. A sauna is located on site. A tennis court offers recreational fun. Bicycles are available for hire. A conference center is available for business guests. Silver Strand State Beach is 10 minutes’ walk from this resort. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are 30 minutes’ drive away.

- "Would definitely come back!" - "It was a beautiful stay. We would do it again and recommend it to others." - "Staff was great and kind!" - "I enjoyed my stay very much." - "Wonderful hotel and would stay again" - "Great place to stay in San Diego" - "Very nice" - "We had a wonderful weekend at the resort!" - "Lovely and relaxing stay with the family." - "Very good quality and value in a great location accessible to everything."

This historic hotel is ideally situated along California's Pacific coastline and boasts luxurious accommodations, first-class amenities and exceptional service, in a charming Victorian-style atmosphere. Originally built in 1888, the Hotel del Coronado provides guests with a number of modern luxuries. Plan the day with the concierge staff, enjoy a swim in the spacious outdoor pool, or relax with a beach-side massage. Set along the sands of the famous Hotel del Coronado, Del Beach offers a full day of reserved seaside seating. Guests can enjoy bar-to-beach service that includes a delectable food and drink menu. A conference centre is available for business guests. The Hotel del Coronado is conveniently located close to many area attractions. With its beachfront location, guests can enjoy a variety of water sports. San Diego International Airport is a 25 minute drive away from the hotel. The San Diego Convention Center is a 15 minute drive away.

- "The Del has a piece of My Heart!!" - "Something that was on our bucket list" - "A weekend in Paradise" - "We loved the property and staff." - "More than I could have imagined!" - "Beautiful, historic and family-friendly resort." - "Relaxing beach front historic hotel perfect for families to visit." - "A wonderful vacation" - "We stayed here for our 10 year wedding anniversary and it did not disappoint. It was beautiful there and everything I im"

Combining old-world charm with modern amenities, this Mediterranean designed La Jolla hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from San Diego International Airport. It features elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, features an outdoor pool and has 2 restaurants located on-site. Each stylish room at La Valencia Hotel includes a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar and tea and coffee-making facilities. Rooms are decorated in soft colors and include guest bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Select rooms offer lush garden or panoramic Pacific Ocean views. Guests at Hotel La Valencia have the option of dining at The Med, which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, or at Café la Rue, which is open from 11:00 am until midnight daily. A spa and wellness center offering massages is located on-site at La Valencia. Guests can go for a workout in the fitness center or visit the business center. Torrey Pines Golf Course is 15 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds are 13 miles away.

- "Simply A wonderful place, where we made beautiful memories." - "The LaValencia is truly a one of a kind and special property!" - "Exceptional customer service" - "Lovely stay at a beautiful property!" - "Best value for a luxury hotel" - "Great, definitely recommend!" - "Pleasant"

Located 100 yards from the Pacific Ocean, this San Diego resort features an outdoor pool and full-service spa with beauty treatments. Rooms at the resort include free Wi-Fi. Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa provides rooms with balconies or patios. Every room contains a flat-screen cable TV with HBO and an iPod docking station. Guests can enjoy on-site dining at the property's restaurant, Oceana Coastal Kitchen. Guests can also rent inline skates and bicycles at Catamaran Resort Hotel. Water sport rentals, sand volleyball courts and children’s activities are also available at the hotel. The Catamaran Hotel Resort is 4 miles from SeaWorld. The San Diego zoo is 10.5 miles from the hotel.

- "Fabulous" - "Very good place" - "Very much enjoyed our stay great resort" - "Gorgeous lush property, excellent and attentive staff and a tasteful remodel makes the hotel a place to return again and" - "We would definitely return." - "Wonderful place" - "It was a nice change of pace." - "A gooo get away" - "Relaxing and fun stay." - "We enjoyed our stay and will plan to go again." - "Loved the location and size of the room"

Offering a free transfer service (limited hours) to San Diego International Airport, this eco-friendly hotel features 5 restaurants, 3 outdoor heated pools. All rooms have flat-screen HDTVs. A work desk and a private patio or balcony are offered in each 100% nonsmoking room at Sheraton San Diego Resort. The air-conditioned nautical-themed rooms include ironing facilities, a coffee machine with Starbucks coffee and an private bathroom with a hairdryer and boutique toiletries. Guests of Sheraton San Diego Resort can dine at Rumorosa where we serve 90 point wines and artisanal signature flat breads made fresh to order. The restaurant offers a patio overlooking the marina and serves tapas-style dishes, creative martinis and Mojitos. Sunglow Cabana Bar offers poolside drinks and snacks during the summer season. Enjoy casual American cuisine at Brewery X or stop by the Shorelight offering thoughtfully crafted Italian dishes and American classics, with a side of the best views of the San Diego Bay. San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter is 3.2 mi away from the hotel and Little Italy is 2.1 mi away. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are 2.4 mi away. Seaport Village and entertainment venue Humphreys Concerts By The Bay are within 3.1 mi away.

- "Great" - "Relaxing" - "The staff was always friendly and helpful." - "Enjoyed our stay and would certainly return." - "Offers much more then just a great airport location" - "Weekend Getaway" - "It was lovely" - "Awesome! I loved the views and it was probably one of the best airport hotels I've stayed at." - "It was a truely a very nice hotel great vibes perfect on a budget aswell" - "Great experience" - "Satisfied."

Located on Coronado Island, Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts is an exclusive enclave of beach facing cottages and villas located at Coronado Beach. Located within Hotel del Coronado, this resort features luxurious suites and rooms with free WiFi, patios and balconies. San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter is 5 miles away. The luxurious guest rooms and suites offer stylish interiors with a fireplace, an HDTV and a marble bathroom with boutique bath products and guest robes. Suites offer plush amenities including a gourmet kitchen, a dining area and a living room. Several select suites also feature outdoor fire pits and soaking tubs. Guests can begin each morning with a complimentary breakfast in Windsor Cottage overlooking Del Beach. Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts offers ocean-inspired treatments at Spa at The Del. Guests can experience a cutting-edge Beach Spin, Sunrise Yoga or Mermaid Fitness class. Or enjoy a peaceful swim in the secluded pools and hot tubs scattered throughout Beach Village's private grounds. Petco Park, home of professional baseball’s San Diego Padres, is 5 miles away from this resort. San Diego International Airport is 9 miles away.

- "The Best (and Quietest) Location on Coronado Beach" - "Stunning." - "It is a beautiful and iconic hotel, some of the additional hidden fees and taxes are ridiculous." - "Memorable experience with my family even with properties shortcomings."

This historic Coronado boutique hotel features rooms that include free WiFi and Italian linens. Coronado Beach is less than 5 minutes' walk away. Each air-conditioned room at Hotel Marisol Coronado includes a cable TV and an iPod docking station. Guest rooms provide a compact refrigerator, a lap-top safe and a coffee machine. Each private bathroom offers free toiletries and a hairdryer. A 24-hour reception greets guests of this hotel. A private garden courtyard is available for guest relaxation. Free bicycle rentals, beach chairs and beach towels are provided for convenience. San Diego Convention Center is 5 mi away. San Diego International Airport is 7.5 mi away.

- "Great stay & great location," - "Couples Retreat in San Diego in May" - "Relax and enjoy Coronado and San Diego from this fabulous hotel!" - "I look forward to staying here again in the future" - "Lovely trip" - "The hotel is a gem hidden just steps from it all In Coronado." - "Awesome place" - "Very lovely and relaxing stay" - "We had a great stay overall." - "Lacking in hospitality made up by location"

Fire pits and barbecue facilities are available at this family-friendly Carlsbad hotel. Rooms all feature a fully equipped kitchen. LEGO Land is 4 miles from the property. A seating area with cable TV is available in all rooms at the Ocean Palms Beach Resort. A separate dining area, free toiletries, and an iPod docking station are all included. A heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and picnic area are all available for guest enjoyment at the Resort Ocean Palms Beach. A gift/snack shop and laundry facilities are on site for guest convenience. Free Danishes, biscuits, fruit, and coffee are offered in the lobby for guests. Sea World is 40 minutes’ drive from the hotel. San Diego International Airport is 45 minutes' drive away.

- "Amazing stay with ocean view" - "Great location, room & grounds at reasonable price." - "Fantastic week at the beach!!! Great accommodations, friendly service." - "Great location with access to all the amenities of home while being away in a nice tropical feel by the way the resort i" - "Wish we could have stayed longer!" - "Cute beach cabins across from beach access, close to everything! We will definitely be back!" - "Tropical paradise near the ocean, super clean, for families!"

Located in San Diego, a 2-minute walk from La Jolla Shores Beach, La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy American and Seafood dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. All rooms are equipped with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms come with a kitchen equipped with a fridge. La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club has an outdoor pool. You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and the area is popular for snorkeling. La Jolla Cove is 1.3 miles from La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, while Torrey Pines State Reserve is 7.9 miles away. San Diego International Airport is 9.3 miles from the property.

- "Fantastic resort, but worth noting a few things before booking!" - "Great location and staff, rooms need renovation." - "Great location, but rooms are outdated and overpriced."

This hotel is located on America's Cup Harbor at the entrance to Shelter Island near several of San Diego's attractions, such as Point Loma Seafood Market and the San Diego Zoo. The Sea Harbor Hotel - San Diego offers spacious and comfortable rooms. Enjoy mini-fridges in each guestroom. After a day of sightseeing, relax beside the outdoor heated pool. San Diego Airport, Cabrillo National Monument and downtown San Diego are minutes away making the Sea Harbor Hotel - San Diego a great choice for leisure or business travel.

- "Great value for location!" - "Decent motel in a good location near the waterfront." - "okay stay"