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About
Located on the beach and only 10 minutes drive from attractions such as SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo, this hotel offers comfortable guestrooms and is right on the Pacific Beach boardwalk facing the Pacific Ocean. Surfer Beach Hotel features a heated outdoor pool as well as an activity desk, complete with a knowledgeable staff. Guests will also enjoy the free coffee, tea or hot chocolate service available anytime in the lobby. The guestrooms at the Surfer Beach boast amenities such as flat-screen TVs and refrigerators. Most rooms offer balconies with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. World Famous, located next to this hotel, serves contemporary regional cuisine. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, World Famous offers an ideal beachfront setting.
467 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 7.2
- Staff
- 8.6
- Location
- 9.4
What Guests Say
- “The location was amazing. Beds were comfortable, fridge and elevator worked great.”
- “I¿ve stayed here so many time over the last 25 years. The location of this hotel is perfect. I¿ll be staying at the hotel next store…”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Free Internet Access
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4King - Partial View
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
1/4Family Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4King Room with Balcony
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Double Room with Balcony
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Ada King With Shower
- Accessible room
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
1/4Junior Suite with Balcony
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Standard Double
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Ocean View King
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Junior Suite - 1 King Bed with Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Blackout curtains
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
1/4Superior Suite with Sea View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Suite with Pool View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Standard King
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Family Unit
- Air conditioning
- Blackout curtains
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
1/3Ocean View Junior Suite
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Double Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/4King Room
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/4Junior Suite
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
1/4Suite with Sea View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4King Room - Disability Access
- Accessible by lift
- Accessible room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
1/4Partial View Double Room
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Junior Suite with Ocean View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4King Room with Ocean View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Double Room with Ocean View
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/2Ocean View Double
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Ocean View Family Suite
- Air conditioning
- Blackout curtains
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
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What Guests Loved
Based on 467 reviews
Pros +
- The location.
- Location
- Location
Cons -
- The furniture in the poor area wasn’t clean. Pool and beach towels were not available until late afternoon. Laundry needed to be scheduled after 9:30am. The reasoning was to not to disturb other guests, the location didn’t justify the reasoning?
- No housekeeping and parking was not explained and got 2 tickets
- Carpet was filthy, furniture shabby and needs dusting/cleaning.
The location.
The furniture in the poor area wasn’t clean. Pool and beach towels were not available until late afternoon. Laundry needed to be scheduled after 9:30am. The reasoning was to not to disturb other guests, the location didn’t justify the reasoning?
Location
No housekeeping and parking was not explained and got 2 tickets
Location
Carpet was filthy, furniture shabby and needs dusting/cleaning.
The location was amazing. Beds were comfortable, fridge and elevator worked great.
Room was worn down and old carpet in the room. Hotels by the beach should have tile, especially for sand and bare feet. Patio views included the roof of a restaurant and sounds of the running equipment. Partial view of ocean and surfers was nice.
I¿ve stayed here so many time over the last 25 years. The location of this hotel is perfect. I¿ll be staying at the hotel next store in the future.
Staff! The night we arrived the front desk lady was extremely rude and not helpful. Then add they put us in a room with no balcony. Paying for a more expensive room with no balcony! They were not able to accommodate a room move bc we were staying 4 days!
Location
To start they have no microwave very small shower with no hot water. I was extremely overcharged for this caliber of room. There was a 50$ non refundable pet fee that I was not aware of until check in. There was a 25$ parking fee that I was not aware of!
The hotel was under construction, and I believe I was taken in an upsell for an ocean view room. The room had many faukts including doors thst were coming off their hinges and we saw at least two silverfish bugs in our room. The amenities were sub par.
Unsure anything.
It was not air conditioned. Although it didnt advertise that it was, it did NOT advertise that it wasn''t. Old carpet old bathroom. I was unimpressed.
The appearance of the hotel did not appeared as it did on the web site It has been the most unsanitary hotel I've seen. I have been or experienced such unsanitary conditions. Dirty walls, doors, elevators. Garbage cans full of garbage and dozens of fl
The entire hotel was unsanitary. I would not or never honor recommend this hotel to anyone.
Good Location.
It is an old hotel. Rooms do not reflect any updates. Heaters not working and generally dingy. Would not recommend at the prices they charge.
I had a fourth floor ocean view room. The view was spectacular and overshadowed the negative aspects of this hotel. Staff was very pleasant and very helpful. Free coffee in the main lobby was a nice treat.
The rooms were very outdated and semi-clean. The hotel, overall, needs to be updated. The elevator broke down while during our stay, and the city was doing work on the sidewalk which was very loud. The hotel wouldn't compensate for either of these.
Employees were all courteous and helpful. The lady  who cleaned our room was very efficient and personable. We really liked her.
Location, location, location!!! Steps from the beach and easy parking. Staff was attentive and provided decent customer service.
Had to pay $18 for parking for a worn out room. The interiors are very worn (soiled curtains, peeling paint, old worn carpet, outdated furniture, dark bathroom shower) and the entire hotel needs a makeover as it looks like it's never been updated.
Location was great right in the beach and in walking distance to stores and food establishments. Pool was nice. Other than that, I wasn't very comfortable.
Not what I expected for a 3star. Room needed some deep cleaning. Drapes had a layer of dust, cobwebs on light fixtures and carpet was dirty/ smelly. Looked like the cabinets & bedframe were made of scrap wood DIY project. Bed uncomfortable. Needs updating
The location, right by the beach
Two nights stay cost over $---, room was danky, old, small bathroom. Stains on the bed spread. I thought the two night stay should have been about $--- total.
Location and dog friendly
No air conditioning in rooms
Incredible, unobstructed ocean view
At night, large roof top A/C units below us were loud enough to drown out the sound of the ocean. But they were quiet in the morning and we awoke to the sound of the surf.
Beach
Parking
Location
No hair dryer in room
Location
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor pool
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Refrigerator
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 3 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that only 1 parking space is permitted per room. Oversize vehicle spaces are not available.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A damage deposit of USD 200.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Location
711 Pacific Beach Drive, San Diego, CA
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