2.5 Star Hotel

Diamond Head Inn

605 Diamond Street, San Diego, CA, United States View Map

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Placed right on San Diego's famous boardwalk overlooking Pacific Beach, this hotel offers spacious suites with kitchens just minutes from a variety of enjoyable attractions and activities. Diamond Head Inn is surrounded by shopping, dining and nightlife. SeaWorld is just 3 miles away. Water sports such as swimming, kayaking, sailing, surfing and fishing are available just steps from the hotel. The completely non-smoking guest suites at the Diamond Head Inn feature full kitchens with granite counters and essential cooking utensils. After a day spent at the beach, guests can relax while watching cable TV.

292 Reviews

7.2Good
Cleanliness
8.0
Staff
8.1
Location
9.6

What Guests Say

  • “Literally steps from the beach.”
  • “Close to the beach and restaurants.”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Standard Queen Room1/2

Standard Queen Room

1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Closet
  • Desk
Room Selected at Check-In1/2

Room Selected at Check-In

248 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Standard King Room1/2

Standard King Room

1 King

Studio with Ocean View1/3

Studio with Ocean View

  • Sea view
1 QUEEN WITH KITCHEN1/3

1 QUEEN WITH KITCHEN

1 Queen

  • Kitchen
  • Nonsmoking
PREMIUM 1 QUEEN BED1/1

PREMIUM 1 QUEEN BED

1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Desk
  • Phone

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    What Guests Loved

    7.2
    Good

    Based on 292 reviews

    Location

    9.6

    Cleanliness

    8

    Staff

    8.1

    Overall Quality

    7.1

    Pros +

    • The day I checked out
    • location only was nice, everything else was not worth the Price I paid to stay there. It was a rip off!!
    • Location

    Cons -

    • 1. Room had molded and smelled so bad we could not stay in it. Windows were screwed shut and inoperable so could not open to let fresh air in. 2. Not recently updated as described. 3. Free parking is actually not on site. 4. Room was never cleaned
    • The bathroom smelled like a whole can of bug killer was sprayed and I couldn't tolerate the smell, it was SO BAD!!! The guests next to were so loud all night long, didn't get much sleep at all. I will never go back there again.
    • Small room. No elevator. No parking. Bathroom window fell out into shower upon arrival. Had to switch to another hotel
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    1Verified guestPosted on: 6-14-2026

    The day I checked out

    1. Room had molded and smelled so bad we could not stay in it. Windows were screwed shut and inoperable so could not open to let fresh air in. 2. Not recently updated as described. 3. Free parking is actually not on site. 4. Room was never cleaned

    3Verified guestPosted on: 8-5-2025

    location only was nice, everything else was not worth the Price I paid to stay there. It was a rip off!!

    The bathroom smelled like a whole can of bug killer was sprayed and I couldn't tolerate the smell, it was SO BAD!!! The guests next to were so loud all night long, didn't get much sleep at all. I will never go back there again.

    2Verified guestPosted on: 8-28-2024

    Location

    Small room. No elevator. No parking. Bathroom window fell out into shower upon arrival. Had to switch to another hotel

    4JanuszPosted on: 10-29-2022

    Location! Right on the beach close to good restaurants all within walking distance

    Only 5 parking spots! No check in lobby or office you have to register or check in at another hotel 2 blocks away. Veery very slow wi-fi . No one came to clean my room are Bring clean towels even after I called the office at the other hotel

    5AngelaPosted on: 7-15-2017

    It was quiet and on the beach.

    There was only third party wifi and only one bed. The office staff wasn't very personable.

    7MichaelPosted on: 3-15-2017

    Literally steps away from the beach.

    Had to go to another hotel for checkin/out because there was no staff at mine. The bathrooms were pretty gross. Room was perfectly adequate, but tried to spend as much time outside of the room as possible.

    6Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 10-20-2016

    Perfect location

    Carpet is icky. Needs to be replaced. During my stay there were 3 spiders and one cockroach. Because of this the room didn't feel clean even though the linens were.

    3AndrewPosted on: 8-17-2016

    Location was good especially if your young but if your older with kids. Not a good idea a lot of partying around beach real close but kinda alot of bums hangen around area looks shady AF in the night

    Room is small for paying so much. No AC and the tub is gross rusting

    2Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 7-23-2016

    It's near bars and restaurants and the beach.

    It didn't have ac, the front desk worker was unbelievably rude from the moment we checked in and called with a question, the stairs were so far apart I fell and got hurt, having to keep the window open all night made me feel unsafe to fall asleep.

    1Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 7-15-2016

    Near beach

    NO Parking,room , NO AC, portable fan, had to open windows in unsafe area in room 110 which was very outdated, unmaintained room, 2x4x3 board holding up bathroom sink, broken door dead bolt that would not lock, plastic bag over smoke alarm, broken blinds

    6Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 7-12-2016

    The location was the best part since it's just steps to the boardwalk/beach!

    Lack of A/C was not good. Luckily, the weather was okay & it didn't become a big problem.

    7Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-20-2016

    Location is close to the beach, bars and restaurants.

    Ac did not work, no blow dryer as stated on website, stuffy and hot when you first walk in.

    7AnthonyPosted on: 5-24-2016

    The location is awesome. Just a few steps to the beach and local bars & restaurants. You are literally on the beach. Tip: don't take your car out at night. Parking is a premium. $20 uber ride to gaslamp.

    The staff could have made me feel more welcome. The reviews are right the floors are dirty but the beds are clean. Floors get dirty probably from people going to the beach.

    2PamelaPosted on: 5-20-2016

    It is on Pacific Beach.

    Pillows horrible,carpet dirty, plug-in smashed in,noisy thin walls. Decided to stay longer at check-in giving the clerk a Credit card, and were assured we were fine to stay in our room. Staff yelled at us for not checking out in the middle of the stay.

    1RyanPosted on: 10-21-2015

    Close to the beach and favorite breakfast restaurant writhing walking

    No AC no pool Had to walk 2 blocks at 2am to check in because no service after 11pm at diamond hotel roaches alive in kitchen Holes in wall inside shower that lets shower water into wall. sandy floors makes me 2nd guess if anything cleaned

    1RandyPosted on: 9-14-2015

    Location

    Ac didnt work only 1 tv not 2 like the ad said!!

    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 9-8-2015

    close to the beach, spacious suite for a beachfront hotel, staff is friendly and helpful

    no air conditioning, room is dated and needs upgrading

    3Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 8-18-2015

    Can't say enough good things about the staff and location.

    The room did not have any A/C or parking for guess. Its first come, first serve city street and every one is waiting for a space to open up. They do have additional properties to park at, but they filled up just as fast, with in a 10 minute walk.

    7ShellyPosted on: 7-16-2015

    Right on the beach and close to everything in Pacific Beach. Staff was friendly and helpful!

    This is definitely a 2 star motel, room was clean, bed was horribly uncomfortable, the motel provides 2 towels, no hand towels or washcloths. The kitchen literally had 2 forks, 2 spoons, 2 cups, etc. Parking is a nightmare.

    6KarenPosted on: 7-9-2015

    We had previously stayed at the property and misunderstood the sleeping capacity.

    The property need to be updated and painted.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Swimming Pool
    • Outdoor pool

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Guests at the Diamond Head Inn have full access to the pool at Pacific Shores Inn located 5 minutes walk away. Please ask the front desk for informationGuests 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.

    Location

    Diamond Head Inn

    605 Diamond Street, San Diego, CA

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