San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 23 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 34 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 40 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 48 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Pacific Beach AleHouse - 5 min walk
Pacific Beach Shore Club - 6 min walk
Pacific Beach - 1 min walk
Baja Beach Cafe - 4 min walk
The Local Pacific Beach - 5 min walk
About this property
Surfer Beach Hotel
When you stay at Surfer Beach Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Mission Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at World Famous, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
Arabic, English, Spanish, Turkish
At a glance
Hotel size
53 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
On the beach
Surfing/body boarding
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
World Famous - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 37.50 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Beach Surfer
Hotel Surfer
Surfer Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Hotel
Surfer Beach San Diego
Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego
Hotel Surfer Beach
Frequently asked questions
Does Surfer Beach Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Surfer Beach Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Surfer Beach Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Surfer Beach Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Surfer Beach Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 37.50 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Surfer Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Surfer Beach Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as surfing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.
What's the area around Surfer Beach Hotel like?
Surfer Beach Hotel is on Mission and Pacific Beaches in Pacific Beach, a short 8-minute walk from Mission Bay and 4 minutes' walk from Mission Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Nov 24, 2024
John
John, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
Richard
Richard, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
Hunter
Hunter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Our Go-To beach front hotel
Always a Wonderful place to stay with everything you need within walking distance
James
James, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
Debra from the Smokies
Older hotel. Needs some updating. Room was large. Great views of the ocean. Nice patio. Location is perfect. Right on beach. Lots of food options. Safe. Walkable. Staff was awesome! Every need was immediately addressed
Debra
Debra, 14-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Kacie
Kacie, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 10, 2024
Beachfront !!!
It was an amazing location, older hotel but it’s been updated . Smaller room but great value for the money.
Can’t ever get better than RIGHT ON THE BEACH!!
Stacy
Stacy, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 9, 2024
The view was what I expected, but the pillows were extra lumpy, the faucet on the shower dripped on and off all night, and it seemed very moist with decorations. Also, the garbage truck came at 6:15 AM both Sunday and Monday mornings
Karol
Karol, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 9, 2024
Ted
Ted, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 4, 2024
Location is amazing. Hotel is dated but in a charming way.
Mellissa
Mellissa, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Gloria
Gloria, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Maureen
Maureen, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Mohammad
Mohammad, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair
Oct 21, 2024
In need of updates.
Just ok. Near the beach but an older hotel.
Scott
Scott, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 13, 2024
Relax and party location
San Diego trip dropping my daughter off for college. Great location on the beach. Close to great bars. Not an issue with sound. Could hear the water crash on the beach.
Silverio
Silverio, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 7, 2024
Weekend Getaway
Location was nice. AC Unit inside cover hasn't been clean for months dust all over it. Furniture a little outdated. Walls very thin. You can hear everything from the rooms around you. Hotel rooms need an update renovation.
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
Hunter
Hunter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Awesome ocean view, great staff. Parking sucks it's 3rd party and cost daily. Place is outdated just needs a new sparkle.
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2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2024
I love the location on the boardwalk! It doesn’t get better. Friendly staff and immediate service.
Denise M
Denise M, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 26, 2024
Synnova
Synnova, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
A True hidden gem!
A beautiful and surprising location. Inwas skeptical at first, the whole to good to be true vibe. But this place met and surpassed expectations. Great location with plenty of night life, bar scenes and restaurants just a two minue walk away!
Eduardo
Eduardo, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 12, 2024
Bittersweet
My mother is disabled
Unfortunately there is only one wheelchair accessible room available.
We made the room work. But the room was very tight. We had a ocean view room and my mother was not able to enjoy that part of our stay because there wasn’t enough space to get her wheelchair through to the balcony.
Overall, everyone was friendly
The room looked much nicer in the pictures than in person
However LOCATION is amazing and the view from our room trumped all the negatives during our stay.
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1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
Comfortable perfect place on the beach!
Love staying here because of the location. It's on the beach with an awesome restaurant downstairs. Steps away from the shore and an ok view of the ocean. Parking is pricey and tight, but ample. Close to other restaurants. Bed is comfortable but needs new pillows, tv, and rooms need serious updating.
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 11, 2024
Best Location on the Beach
The location was the best. I would stay there again just for the area. The hotel was fine; it could use a refresh, but it was doable.