About
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
- Cleanliness
- 8.0
- Staff
- 8.1
- Location
- 9.6
What Guests Say
- “Literally steps from the beach.”
- “Close to the beach and restaurants.”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/2Standard Queen Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
- Desk
1/2Room Selected at Check-In
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/2Standard King Room
1/3Studio with Ocean View
- Sea view
1/31 QUEEN WITH KITCHEN
- Kitchen
- Nonsmoking
1/1PREMIUM 1 QUEEN BED
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Desk
- Phone
1/3Standard Queen Room with Kitchen - Non-Smoking
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
- Coffee/tea machine
1/1Double or Twin Room with Partial Sea View
- Sea view
1/2King Room - Disability Access
- Accessible room
1/3King Room
1/3Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
1/32 Queen Beds with Kitchen
- Bath or Shower
- Kitchen
- Nonsmoking
1/1ACCESSIBLE 1 QUEEN WITH KITCHEN
- Accessible room
- Bath or Shower
- Kitchen
1/1SUITE 1 QUEEN BED WITH KITCHEN
- Kitchen
1/1PRM SUITE 2 QUEEN BED WITH KITCHEN
- Kitchen
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What Guests Loved
Based on 292 reviews
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
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
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.
Location
Small room. No elevator. No parking. Bathroom window fell out into shower upon arrival. Had to switch to another hotel
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
It was quiet and on the beach.
There was only third party wifi and only one bed. The office staff wasn't very personable.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Location
Ac didnt work only 1 tv not 2 like the ad said!!
close to the beach, spacious suite for a beachfront hotel, staff is friendly and helpful
no air conditioning, room is dated and needs upgrading
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.
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.
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-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. 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
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
605 Diamond Street, San Diego, CA
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