The Beach Cottages

2.5 star property

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Exterior
A view of a beachside property with a rooftop terrace, a beach in the background, and a clear sky.
Exterior
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building (No Elevator, No View)
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4255 Ocean Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Beach Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Motel Room, 2 Queen Beds, West Wing

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Sea View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Pacific Beach), The Beach Cottages is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Beach Park and Crystal Pier. .This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Mission Beach and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Tourmaline Surfing Park.

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Crystal Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 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 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Beach Cottages

The Beach Cottages offers 80 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Additional amenities at this hotel include barbecue grills and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

More

  • Built in 1948

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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
Onsite 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
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Beach Cottages Hotel San Diego
Beach Cottages Hotel
Beach Cottages San Diego
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The Beach Cottages Hotel San Diego
Beach Cottages San Diego Ca
The Beach Cottages San Diego
The Beach Cottages Hotel
The Beach Cottages San Diego
The Beach Cottages Hotel San Diego

The Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love beach cottages. They are close to everything restaurants,Bar and markets . The staff is great and helpful.They have barbecue grills. They have a ping pong table for the kids . We always have a great time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

dominick

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Christine, Cheyenne

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place, can't beat the view, good price & throw back charm
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes everything was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Garold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff was helpful, service was very good, location excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frank

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great beachfront value. Nice size room. Clean. Nice balcony witg ocean view. Easy, low-cost parking. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best value in PB!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the beach! Large kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Saw a little piece of the ocean view no buildings in the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great and responsive staff, perfect beach location -looking forward to returning in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jordi, San Diego

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Romy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very nice! Staff is wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best beachfront property on the boardwalk!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room-excellent service
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026