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An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a plant, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A hallway with wooden flooring, a framed artwork of a turtle, and a trash bin.

A two-story building with a colorful facade, a large peace sign above the entrance, and a pink picket fence in front.

1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Ocean Beach, 1.8 km from South Mission Beach

Robert

฿1,899

฿2,145 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern architectural entrance with a central archway, illuminated by wall-mounted lights, flanked by planters with cacti, and a pathway leading through the arch.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A person in a hot tub with a wall of greenery and a sign that says 'TAKE THE PLUNGE'.

A modern building with a sign reading "BOARDSWALK HOTEL" and a patio area with string lights.

2. Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

Mission Beach, 2.2 km from South Mission Beach

Roberto Daniel Gonzalez

฿5,336

฿6,016 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, overlooking the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the beach, two blue chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a palm tree in the foreground.

A living room with a grey sofa, red armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

3. The Wayfarer San Diego

Mission Beach, 3.1 km from South Mission Beach

Lisa

฿5,952

฿6,842 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with green chairs.

A kitchen counter with various breakfast items, including a stack of white plates, a glass of iced coffee, a glass of orange juice, a glass of milk, a glass of chocolate chips, a glass of white powder, a glass of coffee, a stack of eggs, and a bunch of bananas.

A person grilling outdoors with a wooden fence, a grill, and a potted plant in the background.

4. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Central Mission Beach, 1.1 km from South Mission Beach

Zizhong

฿2,573

฿2,901 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beachside lounge with wooden furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking the ocean.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a ceiling fan, a wooden dresser, and a large window with a view of the sky.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden ceiling beams, and a large window.

5. The Inn at Sunset Cliffs

Ocean Beach, 2.9 km from South Mission Beach

Judi

฿5,031

฿5,672 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit table, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas, in a courtyard with palm trees and a building in the background.

A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.

A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.

6. The Dana on Mission Bay

Mission Bay, 1.5 km from South Mission Beach

Assy Prune Celia

฿6,213

฿8,111 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and modern lighting fixtures.

A snack and beverage vending area with a refrigerator and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, large tropical plants, and a bench outside.

A modern reception desk with a woman standing behind it, a large digital display, and a sign for 'Haightay Inn Express'.

7. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

3.1 km from South Mission Beach

Regina

฿4,288

฿4,929 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.

The exterior of the Ocean Beach Hotel with a clear view of the entrance and large arched windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

A beach view with a pier extending into the ocean, a staircase leading down to the beach, and a railing with potted plants.

8. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach, 1.6 km from South Mission Beach

nathan

฿6,047

฿6,818 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A large, multi-deck riverboat with a white exterior and multiple levels of balconies.

A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.

A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.

9. Bahia Resort Hotel

Central Mission Beach, 1.2 km from South Mission Beach

Ryan

฿5,375

฿8,052 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and beach.

A modern building with a curved roof, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and string lights against a sunset backdrop.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, a chair, a round coffee table, and a view of the ocean through glass doors.

10. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Mission Bay, 1.9 km from South Mission Beach

Jesse

฿8,076

฿11,070 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A couple walking through a wooden door into a building with a tropical garden view.

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large glass door leading to a grassy deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a waterfall feature, wooden decor, and comfortable seating areas.

11. Catamaran Resort and Spa

Mission Beach, 3 km from South Mission Beach

Whitney

฿6,186

฿8,907 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A resort pool with a lazy river, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with numerous boats and a cityscape in the background.

An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, a bridge connecting to the mainland, and surrounding greenery.

A dining table set for six with chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

12. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

Mission Bay, 1.2 km from South Mission Beach

Megan

฿6,719

฿9,510 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a pool area.

A beach view from a balcony with a white railing, a palm tree, and a sandy beach in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a sliding glass door to a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the outside.

13. Surfer Beach Hotel

Pacific Beach, 3.2 km from South Mission Beach

Audrey

฿4,423

฿4,996 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a large window with curtains, and two hanging lamps.

A pathway flanked by tropical plants and a building with blue railings.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a table, and umbrellas providing shade.

14. Ocean Villa Inn

Ocean Beach, 1 km from South Mission Beach

Morgan

฿3,443

฿3,882 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring a balcony and a wooden deck area.

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a grey sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

An outdoor patio with a red umbrella, two round tables, and benches.

15. Stroll to Shore + Mission Blvd: Dog-friendly Home

Mission Beach, 3 km from South Mission Beach

฿7,563

฿20,170 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel balcony with a curved railing, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A beachfront hotel with a balcony overlooking the ocean, a walkway lined with palm trees, and a view of the beach.

A multi-story hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a balcony with a railing.

A pool area with umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

16. Pacific Terrace Hotel

North Pacific Beach, 4.1 km from South Mission Beach

Nancy

฿8,110

฿9,323 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and pier.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a wooden table, a bench, and a wall with artwork.

17. Tower23 Hotel

North Pacific Beach, 3.9 km from South Mission Beach

Tierney Shea

฿10,433

฿11,784 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A grocery store aisle with shelves stocked with various products.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and umbrellas.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and baked goods, in stainless steel containers.

18. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

6.4 km from South Mission Beach

Patricia

฿4,592

฿5,278 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel complex with multiple buildings, a landscaped garden, and a body of water reflecting the sunset.

A modern kitchen area with wooden cabinets, marble countertops, and a central island with plates.

A beach with sand dunes and a person walking.

A hotel with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor lighting, and a clear view of the building's facade.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

5 km from South Mission Beach

Alicia

฿6,174

฿7,097 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

A modern lobby with wooden ceiling beams, comfortable seating with yellow cushions, a large wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a sunset.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a fire feature.

A spacious hotel lobby with a mix of seating arrangements, including a sofa, round tables, and chairs.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

5.3 km from South Mission Beach

MANUEL

฿4,984

฿5,728 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to South Mission Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 613 reviews	View
Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included	9.4 Exceptional 476 reviews	View
The Wayfarer San Diego	9.4 Exceptional 1,964 reviews	View
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 236 reviews	View
The Inn at Sunset Cliffs	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top South Mission Beach Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

10/10 Excellent

"great stay"

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! The staff are incredibly kind!"

The Beach Cottages

8/10 Good

"Pleasant staff. Run down. Basically California Beach motor inn from the 60s. Party all night long, great beachfront, if you don’t mind outdated, moderately maintained, relatively clean accommodations right on the beach, that doesn’t exist too much anymore, this place is for you. nostalgic blast from the past, not coming back"

Surfer Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"If you're looking for the Ritz Carleton, this might not be your place. But the guy at the front desk was super helpful, the property is relatively unexpensive, it was clean, it's in a good area just South of most of the bars,"

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was unique"

Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

10/10 Excellent

"I loved everything about this room. The jacuzzi out front. The open doors into the bedroom, the beautiful kitchen (vintage) and the bathroom. Everything was so beautiful. It’s almost a shame to come home! The location is perfect. Walk right into the beach! Walk down the street for breakfast. Lunch, and dinner! It was the perfect getaway for two! Parking was tight but made it work no problem."

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, super comfortable beds, and a wonderful atmosphere! The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful. I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend this place!"

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A coastal town with a beach, marina, and residential buildings.

Mission Beach Boardwalk

9.4/10 (78 reviews)

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A coastal beach with waves, people, and a cliff.

Dog Beach

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A coastal cityscape at dusk with a prominent amusement park, including a roller coaster and Ferris wheel, and a modern building complex.

Mission Beach

9.0/10 (17,685 reviews)

A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.

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A carnival game booth with a sign reading "Games of the Midway" and a Ferris wheel in the background.

Belmont Park

8.8/10 (854 reviews)

The amusement park at Mission Beach offers lots of old-fashioned family fun, plus a range of newer thrill rides and attractions.

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A sunset over a pier extending into the ocean, with a person carrying a surfboard walking along the beach.

Ocean Beach Park

8.8/10 (712 reviews)

After visiting Ocean Beach Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Mariner’s Point Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mariner’s Point Park, a lovely green space in San Diego. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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WaveHouse San Diego

WaveHouse San Diego is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Golf Gardens Miniature Golf

Play a round of golf in San Diego at Golf Gardens Miniature Golf, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Mission Beach?

South Mission Beach is located in San Diego. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 669 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near South Mission Beach?

Bahia Resort Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a marina and a private beach. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from South Mission Beach. Other good options within a short distance include The Dana on Mission Bay and Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Mission Beach?

Expedia has 669 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Mission Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Mission Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near South Mission Beach.

What can I see and do near South Mission Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Whaley House Museum, New Americans Museum or Women's Museum. Casa de Machado y Stewart, McCoy Museum House and Mason Street School are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can watch performances at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, SOMA - San Diego and NTC Promenade if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for South Mission Beach hotels

1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2. Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

3. The Wayfarer San Diego

4. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

5. The Inn at Sunset Cliffs

6. The Dana on Mission Bay

7. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

8. Ocean Beach Hotel

9. Bahia Resort Hotel

10. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

11. Catamaran Resort and Spa

12. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

13. Surfer Beach Hotel

14. Ocean Villa Inn

15. Stroll to Shore + Mission Blvd: Dog-friendly Home

16. Pacific Terrace Hotel

17. Tower23 Hotel

18. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

20. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Compare popular hotels close to South Mission Beach

Top South Mission Beach Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

The Beach Cottages

Surfer Beach Hotel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Other attractions near South Mission Beach

Mission Beach Boardwalk

Dog Beach

Mission Beach

Belmont Park

Ocean Beach Park

Mariner’s Point Park

WaveHouse San Diego

Golf Gardens Miniature Golf

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