San Diego Coast, CA

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San Diego Coast
Gaslamp Quarter showing street scenes, mist or fog and a city
Gaslamp Quarter which includes shopping, street scenes and a city
Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views
Pacific Beach Park which includes a beach, a sunset and landscape views

Where to stay in San Diego Coast

Belmont Park showing rides and a garden

Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

Mission Beach
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

4/5(1,422 area reviews)

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

Pacific Beach
Gaslamp Quarter showing signage, night scenes and street scenes

Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego's historic district boasts Victorian-era buildings, now housing vibrant restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Stroll from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and 4th to 6th Avenue, admiring the newly installed gaslamps at Market Street.

Gaslamp Quarter
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and rocky coastline

Point Loma

3.5/5(3,808 area reviews)

This seaside hilly peninsula offers marine recreation, yachting, and whale watching. Explore Cabrillo National Monument, Old Point Loma Lighthouse, and Sunset Cliffs Natural Park. Enjoy local shops and eateries at Liberty Station and Point Loma Village.

Point Loma
Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach

4/5(290 area reviews)

Ocean Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Ocean Beach Pier and Ocean Beach Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of San Diego.

Ocean Beach
Mission Beach featuring tropical scenes, street scenes and a beach

Central Mission Beach

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Central Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Central Mission Beach
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
4 out of 5
4000 Coronado Bay Rd, Coronado, CA
The price is SAR 746 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 746
SAR 999 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Coronado. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"We were greeted and upon check in received complimentary drinks, the lobby was very pleasant and clean, we self parked but they do offer valet service, the rooms were very clean and the pool area was as well, the adult pool had a nice temperature and there are two separate Jacuzzi’s, all staff were ..."

Reviewed on 29 January 2025

Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA
The price is SAR 1,444 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
SAR 1,444
SAR 1,811 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Coronado. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
Beautiful hotel/resort by the ocean
"We upgraded to an ocean view room which was a lot more expensive but so worth the view. The room was spacious, modern and very comfortable. The resort is quite busy and be prepared to pay more for anything with a view. A beautiful hotel in a great location. As an older couple we found it difficult ..."

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
2000 2nd St, Coronado, CA
The price is SAR 1,009 per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
SAR 1,009
SAR 1,297 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Coronado. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The entire staff was very friendly and accommodating. I wish we had more time to stay longer and fully enjoy the resort and all of its amenities. I would definitely come back if I am in the area again."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
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Coronado Beach Resort
Coronado Beach Resort
3 out of 5
1415 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA
Stay at this 3-star condo in Coronado. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (650 reviews)
"Very nice setup and location. Would normally rate this very high. However, the kitchen and bathroom floor were sticky. The kitchen cabinets and doors were sticky. Just gave you a bad feeling regarding cleanliness Also was allot of planes and helicopters from the airbase, relatively noisy. But that ..."

Reviewed on 25 January 2025

Coronado Beach Resort
119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier
119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier
Imperial Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Imperial Beach. Enjoy balconies or patios and memory foam beds. Popular attractions Las Americas Premium Outlets and Imperial Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Excellent !
"Beautiful clean property! Great location close to the beach. No hassles!"

Reviewed on 26 January 2025

119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier
Modern Home w/ Rooftop Deck - Walk to Bay, Ferry, Restaurants and Shops
Modern Home w/ Rooftop Deck - Walk to Bay, Ferry, Restaurants and Shops
Coronado
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Coronado. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Port ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Beautiful location - lovely home
"We stayed here for a sibling reunion, everyone coming from different states. The place was beautiful and accommodated all 6 of us beautifully. We walked to restaurants, rode the bikes around the island and took the Ferry across. The only issue we had was with the bugs. We had to spray several times ..."

Reviewed on 12 November 2024

Modern Home w/ Rooftop Deck - Walk to Bay, Ferry, Restaurants and Shops
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Popular places to visit

San Diego Convention Center

San Diego Convention Center

4.5/5(1,297 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at San Diego Convention Center, a top convention center in San Diego. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

San Diego Convention Center
Mission Bay featuring a sandy beach

Mission Bay

4.5/5(2,386 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mission Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in San Diego. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Mission Bay
Petco Park

Petco Park

4.5/5(1,160 reviews)

Catch an event at Petco Park during your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Petco Park
Mission Beach featuring tropical scenes, street scenes and a beach

Mission Beach

4.5/5(4,949 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Mission Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Mission Beach
Bayside Skyride at Sea World, San Diego, CA

SeaWorld

4.5/5(2,421 reviews)

Make time to visit the sea life at SeaWorld and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

SeaWorld
Naval Base San Diego

Naval Base San Diego

4/5(2 reviews)

Naval Base San Diego is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

Naval Base San Diego