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The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 star property
Travelers can choose their own adventure at The Dana on Mission Bay - from high-energy water skiing to peaceful poolside relaxation with scenic views

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The Dana on Mission Bay captures Mission Beach's lively spirit with comfy accommodations. Enjoy the marina with kayaking, motorized watercraft, two outdoor pools with bars, a heated pool with loungers, buffet breakfast, a firepit, and spa tubs. Great for families and water lovers.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bay View

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  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Park View

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  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Park View

7.8 out of 10
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(16 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
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  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll In Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 28 sq m
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  • Sleeps 3
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  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Marina View

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  • Marina view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Mission Bay, a neighborhood in San Diego, The Dana on Mission Bay is in the suburbs and on the waterfront. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Waterfront Park and USS Midway Museum. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and skydiving nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA, 92109

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay
    Mission Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • SeaWorld
    SeaWorld
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mission Beach
    Mission Beach
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Belmont Park
    Belmont Park
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Aerial of Mission Beach in San Diego, CA
    Mission and Pacific Beaches
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station
    5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center
    11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dana Landing
    5 min walk
  • Shipwreck Reef Cafe
    18 min walk
  • Calypso Bay Smokehouse
    7 min drive
  • Explorer's Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    19 min walk

About this property

The Dana on Mission Bay

Hotel near Mission Bay
Mission Beach Boardwalk and Mission Beach are located near The Dana on Mission Bay, which provides a marina, 2 poolside bars, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like motor boating and water skiing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs. The on-site Californian cuisine restaurant, Firefly Eatery & Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and pool views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like kayaking. Guests can also expect to find a firepit, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Heated pool along with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and 2 outdoor pools
  • Express check-out, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Water sports equipment, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the family-friendly amenities, dining options, and beach locale
Room features
All 271 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like safes and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 12 for children
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bayside Pool Bar
  • Firefly Eatery & Bar
  • Tropical Pool Bar

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 28.74 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 12 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does The Dana on Mission Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The Dana on Mission Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 35 per night.

What time is check-in at The Dana on Mission Bay?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Dana on Mission Bay?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Dana on Mission Bay located?

Located in Mission Bay, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Dana on Mission Bay Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2791 out of 4345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 934 out of 4345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 383 out of 4345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 4345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 4345 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I had a great time, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean hotel,friendly staff !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly and excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was friendly, overall great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was amazing very clean and close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing, nice hotel. A little outdated in rooms but beautiful outdoors landscape and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Will definitely be coming back. We felt safe and everyone was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and the staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, comfy beds, amazing staff. My second time staying there and we will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was one of my favorite places I've ever stayed dog friendly, great staff. The beds were so comfortable. The pool area was amazing super clean definitely would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and great views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marisela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, delicious breakfast and bar! Recommended for good time and relaxing room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, great location, friendly staff, beautiful grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room are a little dated, but they cleaned them everyday we were there. Was nice to have a good restaurant on site and to have a bar at the 2nd pool. Staff was very friendly and the location is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Walking distance (1 mile) from Mission Beach. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, property was well cared for and provided a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very close (walking distance) to Sea World. Nice pools, reasonably priced drinks and a nice restaurant (the Firefly)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds and staff were very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Anthony and Keyona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was nice. It was clean and restaurant food was really good and service was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing the staff was friendly we went to both pools 10/10 the firefly restaurant was a 10/10 and had a lot of families there would recommend this place for families very family friendly environment!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Liked: Cleanliness
clean room, staff accommodating, gym was enough, laundry was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025