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Ocean Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Fun on the beach, near Mission Beach Boardwalk

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View from property
Beach/ocean view
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Front of property
Gift shop
Just steps from the beach, Ocean Beach Hotel offers convenience and comfort. Connect to WiFi, relax in the garden or terrace, grab a snack, and get local tips from the concierge. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
Aerial view

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Noteworthy nearby activities include snorkeling and whale watching.

Beach
View from room
What guests liked about the beach

The property's beachfront location offers easy access to the ocean and a wide variety of nearby restaurants and shops.

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room (Courtside, Not Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Private, Not Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly, Courtside)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (Pet Friendly, Private Patio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Patio (Pet Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Patio (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio (Pet Friendly, Private Patio)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio (Pet Friendly, Private Patio)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View (Not Pet Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View (Not Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (Not Pet Friendly)

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (Not Pet Friendly)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View (Not Pet Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View (Not Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Not Pet Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Not Pet Friendly)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(118 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
5080 Newport Ave., San Diego, CA, 92107

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • SeaWorld - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Belmont Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Mission Beach - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grille - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hodads Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪California Wild Ales - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Luigi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ocean Beach Hotel

Hotel near University of San Diego
Consider a stay at Ocean Beach Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and a computer station
  • A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1964
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Beach Ocean
Hotel Ocean
Hotel Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach Hotel
Ocean Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel San Diego
Ocean Beach San Diego
Ocean Beach Hotel Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel San Diego
Ocean Beach Hotel Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Ocean Beach Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ocean Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ocean Beach Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocean Beach hotel is steps from Ocean Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Mission Bay. Ocean Beach Park and Ocean Beach Pier are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Ocean Beach Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 728 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1238 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at Ocean Beach Hotel. Conveniently close to the airport, eateries, bars and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Beautiful views!! Friendly staff and housekeeping! Great restaurants and bars close by!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is a great location. Its clean and close to all the excitement of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is on the beach and in the middle of a busy downtown area with lots of amazing food and entertainment options. I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to the beach can't be beat
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was perfect, great location and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and nice and right by the beach lots of places to eat
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. Clean, comfortable room, right on the beach, many great restaurants and brewpubs in the area. Cool beach vibe, public transportation is good for getting to other parts of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place is rad and I love OB
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here! It's a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We use this Hotel often....Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean Enjoyed everything about the short one night stdy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really friendly and helpful. Love this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved to stay here 10/10 on everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel, the proximity to the beach, and the sweet staff there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved that we could park on hotel property and not on the street. Everything we needed was just steps away: groceries, dining, entertainment, the beach. Wonderful view of the ocean from the balcony, clean room and friendly staff. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. Location, staff, rooms are great includes awesome outdoor spaces, parking, dogs and everything you need is right there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so welcoming and the staff were so kind!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great - loved the courtyard and great seating area watching the surfers!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good times!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, perfect location! Bed was very comfortable and the room was quiet and dark. The best thing of all is the location and easy parking - you can walk right out to the surf beach, and all the area bars and restaurants. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, beds comfortable and towels soft. Staff friendly and helpful!!! Only negative is rooms are not quiet-can hear next room occupant snoring. Overall great experience and would stay there again. Locations is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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