Pacific Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach
Pacific Beach Park which includes swimming, rocky coastline and surfing
Pacific Beach Park featuring a sandy beach and a sunset
Pacific Beach Park featuring a sandy beach
Pacific Beach Park featuring a beach bar and drinks or beverages

Get to Pacific Beach after the sun goes down because this is the place to be in San Diego for partying.

Attracting fun and funky crowds who come to surf, swim and party, Pacific Beach has a younger and more cruisey vibe than its neighbours La Jolla and Mission Beach. Beautiful golden sands and clear waters are backed by a long boardwalk, which buzzes with cyclists, rollerbladers and strolling locals. Night time brings out San Diego’s party people. Students rub shoulders with professionals in cool dive bars, ale houses, clubs and restaurants and it’s impossible not to join in.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Pacific Beach Hotel Deals

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 out of 5
4540 Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$211 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$211
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,518 reviews)
Nice place with friendly staff.
"The ladies at the front desk were very nice and helpful with any questions we had about the surrounding area. For the most part the rooms were nice and quiet. We were by the elevator so it had some foot traffic but nothing too bad. The cleaning ladies did"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach
2.5 out of 5
4545 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$242 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$242
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,153 reviews)
"Small rooms that are perfect for families here on beach vacations. You sleep and wash up and leave. Pet friendly. Breakfast daily. Pool that everyone seemed to enjoy as we passed by. Lots of pillows on the beds. Rooms getting updated and staff is helpful and nice. We've stayed here twice so far with ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
San Diego
The price is AU$333 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$333
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Great location great view"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Surfer Beach Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
3 out of 5
4610 De Soto St, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$263 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$263
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,296 reviews)
"Great. Easy for a over night"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay
Pacific Terrace Hotel
Pacific Terrace Hotel
4 out of 5
610 Diamond St, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$761 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$761
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent service. Great pool and view of ocean - easy access to beach. Very clean and beautifully decorated."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Pacific Terrace Hotel
PB Surf Beachside Inn
PB Surf Beachside Inn
2.5 out of 5
4760 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$292 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$292
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place, great location"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

PB Surf Beachside Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Pacific Beach

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North Pacific Beach

If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Pacific Beach
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Crown Point

While visiting Crown Point, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches.

Crown Point
Belmont Park featuring a park and rides

Mission Beach

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

Mission Beach
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Central Mission Beach

While visiting Central Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

Central Mission Beach
Belmont Park featuring a park and rides

South Mission Beach

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting South Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.

South Mission Beach
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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Ocean Beach

Pacific Beach Travel Guide

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