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Surfer Beach Hotel

San Diego , 711 Pacific Beach Drive (Show on Map)

7.4

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Summary of reviewsThe Surfer Beach Hotel offers an affordable and ideal location to enjoy the Pacific Beach area. Guests can't say enough about the hotel's direct access to the beach and being within walking distance to numerous restaurants and shops. They highly recommend opting for an ocean-facing room for the best views. Some guests even parked their car and never had to use it again thanks to the hotel's prime location. Overall, if you're looking for a hotel right on the beach, the Surfer Beach Hotel is the way to go!
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Beachfront Hotel

Guests staying at this hotel have the sandy Pacific shores at their doorstep. The property features ocean views and direct access to the beach.

What is between the hotel and the beach?

Nothing. The beach is directly accessible from the hotel

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Room Types

King Room Premium cable TV and a petite refrigerator are featured in this room.

Double Room Premium cable TV and a petite refrigerator are featured in this room.

Double Room with Ocean View Offering a cable TV and a refrigerator, this room features an ocean view.

King Room with Ocean View Offering a cable TV and a refrigerator, this room features an ocean view.

Junior Suite with Ocean View This suite has a balcony, a flat-screen cable TV, a microwave and a sofa. It includes a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

Junior Suite A sofa bed and a microwave is featured in this suite.

Room Selected at Check-In Please note the room type and bed type will be allocated upon check-in. It might be a higher room category, but is subject to availability upon arrival.

King Room - Disability Access This double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.

Suite with Sea View This suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring a balcony with sea views, this suite also provides a coffee machine and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 3 beds.

Junior Suite with Balcony This suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring a balcony, this suite also provides a coffee machine, a sofa and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Double Room with Balcony This double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.

King Room with Balcony This double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.

Family Suite This suite is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit has 3 beds.

About Surfer Beach Hotel

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Guest Reviews

7.4

Good

Location

The Surfer Beach Hotel in San Diego is a beachfront property located in the heart of Pacific Beach. Guests rave about the fantastic location with direct beach access just steps away from the hotel. The views are amazing and some rooms even offer a view of the ocean. The hotel is close to everything- restaurants, bars, coffee shops- making it an excellent choice for those who love the urban beach scene. Guests appreciate the value of the hotel, especially when booking an upper room facing the ocean. The staff is friendly and helpful, making for a pleasant stay. Other highlights include the clean rooms and easy check-in process. Overall, if you're looking for a perfect San Diego experience, the Surfer Beach Hotel has a lot to offer and its location can't be beaten.

Rooms

Surfer Beach Hotel is a budget-friendly hotel located right on the beach. While the location and views are amazing, the rooms are a bit outdated and in need of some serious updating. Some guests have reported overwhelming musty/mildew smells, large amounts of black colored mold and dirty rooms. The furniture is old and scratched and some rooms have limited amenities like chairs, tables or extra blankets. However, the hotel offers plenty of space and access to Pacific Beach, plenty of food spots and shopping areas. While the property is showing its age, it is well maintained and offers some updated rooms at higher prices. Overall, if you're looking for a rustic, budget-friendly beachfront stay, Surfer Beach Hotel may be right for you.

Beds

If you're looking for a hotel with comfortable beds and an amazing view, Surfer Beach Hotel is the perfect choice for you! While some guests mentioned that the beds were not comfortable or difficult to get in and out of, the majority praised the hotel for the comfort of their beds. One reviewer even called the mattress incredible! Additionally, guests noted that the bedding was nice and clean. Although not every guest had a perfect experience, most travelers found the beds to be comfortable and praised the hotel's location on the beach.

Cleanliness

The Surfer Beach Hotel has received mixed reviews regarding cleanliness. While some guests reported overwhelming musty/mildew smells and large amounts of black mold, others stated that the hotel was clean and comfortable. Some guests found the furniture to be old and outdated, while others reported clean rooms with decent sizes and comfortable beds. The hotel is in need of some updates, but for an older hotel, it is kept clean. Many guests commented on the outdated carpets and curtains and while housekeeping services were not available due to COVID-19, some guests reported that their rooms were not very clean to begin with.Overall, the Surfer Beach Hotel could use some deep cleaning and updating, but some guests found the rooms to be clean and on the beach.

Staff

The Surfer Beach Hotel is the perfect beach getaway for those seeking a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The staff go above and beyond to make sure guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Even when there were some concerns with flooding in the area, the staff assured guests that all rooms were safe and dry. Guests also appreciated the location of the hotel and the amenities offered, such as a microwave and refrigerator in the room. Many reviewers specifically mentioned wonderful interactions with staff members, who were always polite, professional and eager to help with anything needed. Even though there were a few negative comments about unhelpful staff, these were definitely the exception, not the rule. Overall, the Surfer Beach Hotel stands out for its exceptionally friendly and helpful personnel.

Pool

Surfer Beach Hotel offers easy access from the beach to a pool area with a nice temperature. Although some guests noted the pool area had too many flies and suggested some upgrades, the majority were happy with their experience. You get a balcony and a beautiful view of the ocean with all of the rooms, as well as plenty of space, a great pool and access to Pacific Beach, food spots and shopping areas. While some guests thought the pool was just okay, others described it as nice, clean and well-maintained. Unfortunately, there is no hot tub, but the heated outdoor pool is a great alternative. Keep in mind that some ground floor rooms may be noisy and close to the pool, but you can request an upper floor room for an additional fee. Overall, the location close to the beach and nice pool make Surfer Beach Hotel a great choice.

Beach

If you're looking for a hotel right on the beach, Surfer Beach Hotel is the way to go! With direct access to the beach, you won't have to travel far for some fun in the sun. Guests rave about the hotel's ideal location, which is within walking distance to several restaurants and shops. Many guests recommend opting for an ocean-facing room for the best views, but either way, you'll be steps away from the sand. One guest even parked their car and never had to use it again thanks to the hotel's close proximity to everything they needed. With affordable rates and unbeatable beachfront location, this hotel is perfect for those looking to enjoy the Pacific Beach area.

Yes, Surfer Beach Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Surfer Beach Hotel.

Yes, Surfer Beach Hotel welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Surfer Beach Hotel.

No, Surfer Beach Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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