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    Beach Haven

    3.4 (110 reviews)
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    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    The beach. 2 min walk from the room

    Stayed here for three days. They let us check in before 4( check in time) It's one bed room ( queen size bed) one full bathroom. And a pull out couch. Mini fridge and stove. My room had one pot and a toaster, knife plastic plates and bowels. Coffee. The things I didn't like is they don't have room service unless you stay certain amount of time ( think 6 days). With being 2 min walk to the beach. Sand gets all over. And no you don't have broom to sweep the floor yourself. Our toilets where not bulted to the foor.. ( still usable) just wables. With all of this. I will stay here again I'll just pack a broom.

    This is what you get, 4 paper plates and 4 bowls, and these little napkins.
    Patti H.

    Wow, after reading other's reviews, I can't believe anyone would book a stay here. Where do I begin, first and foremost, the staff, they are so rude, and they don't know how the TV's work. The cords were rearranged by the last guest, and not put back correctly for us, so we had to ask the front office girl for help, she managed after some time, to get the cords correct, but that should have been rectified before we checked in. Our room #115 had a kitchenette, the worst equipped kitchen ever. They should tell you on booking what it's like, so you can pack dishes, cups, silverware, etc. what we got were plastic utencils wrapped in plastic with a tiny napkin and a little packet of salt and pepper, something you get at Smart and Final. Styrofoam cups for coffee. One pan, not pots. 4 paper plates and 4 paper bowls. The refrigerator is so tiny, and rusted. Everything was the bare minimum, toilet paper, and towels. The beds were very uncomfortable, the lounge chairs around the pool again, very uncomfortable, you had a bar running along your lower back, terrible. The only good thing about this place is the location, but you have to walk a few blocks and down a long ramp, down the cliff, to get to the beach. The parking is ridiculous, very narrow, and you had to maneuver around cars, and curbs to pull in to a space. We were never told that there was a $250 deposit for staying there, that was a huge surprise upon checking in, also we were told it was $15 for parking per day, but upon checking in, it was $20, and trying to discuss anything with the staff is a joke. I could go on, but by the other reviews, you get a pretty good picture. Do yourself a favor and don't book your stay at Beach Haven!

    Here are the initials that you have to sign on each one.
    Cody S.

    This is one of the worst places we have ever stayed from beginning to end. First impression is everything and the lady that works in the front office should never be allowed around people. Period. Her attitude and facial expressions are quite the opposite of welcoming and friendly. Check in is at 4pm. We called and asked for an early check in and she was a little snippy and said it was $35 extra to check in. Never in my life have I been charged to check in early. But ok. When we arrived at 4pm there was a sign on the door saying that they stepped out and would be back soon. We waited 15 minutes until the front office girl came in, opened the door, and with a scrunched up face with a look of disgust said "can I help you, with something". The way she said it was VERY off putting. My sister lives two blocks away and we did not rent a car since we knew we would be borrowing hers. We told the front lady that and she said we couldn't register that car for our room. But our room comes with parking. So how in the world does that make any sense. We explained that to her, and she very flustered said "oh fine, since we aren't busy I will allow it". Very rude. When you check in they give you a full typed page of rules that you have to sign. Again, never in my life have I had to do this. And it wasn't just one signature. You have to initial EVERY SINGLE RULE. little excessive? One signature couldn't work?!? My sister has a service dog and she got yelled at saying animals are not allowed on property. Which is fine she wasn't staying here. But she went to walk us to our room and the front office lady about bit her head off. The rooms were sub par and dirty. There was a used soap bar in the bathroom, a stain on the floor, dusty, not very clean. They do not have maid service for your room unless you specifically request it. I think you might have to pay for it. There are no dogs allowed but there is a noisy dog right outside our window. LOUD construction on property started at 7:45 AM and woke up our 2 year old. So that was SUPER cool. we are only able to sleep in on vacation due to our schedules and work life. But I guess we can just sleep in on our next vacation next year. Overall the price is NOT worth this stay. Definitely put a big damper on our vacation.

    The only kitchen supplies and plastic silverware

    Mickey at front desk was the rudest person. She is not a person who should be in the hospitality business. Even the people working with her, shrugged their shoulders and were whispering behind her back I am sorry. The place is pretty good location. Clean, but not really clean. We spilled water k. The floor and wiped it up and the towel was black. So although looked clean on surface not real clean. Even though says has kitchenette very few items to be able to cook anything. See pics. I would find a place with better hospitality, it would be much better without Mickey, who is a manager. Plus a little better cleaning crew!

    This is the worst hotel I have ever been it. It is less than a 1 star hotel. Parking is a problem. I had to park on the road. The room was next to the road. I got the room with a kitchen. When walking into the room, the first thing we noticed was a very bad smell. There was mold in the vent and the kitchen walls. The fridge did not stay shut, not working and was rusty. The stove was rusted. The plated provided were 2 thin paper plates and 2 styrofoam bowls. No cups or glasses. The bathroom was dirty and the faucet was wriggling back and forth. There were spiders and bugs in the room. Very dirty. Do not stay here. We booked for 5 nights. We did not want to stay the 1st night but the clerk left soon as we checked in after 10pm. We slept in the car, and asked for a refund the next morning when they opened. The manager said they had to charge me for 1 night. I disputed, because the clerk left before we even got into the room to check it out. We had to find another hotel for the rest of the stay. She charges for a 4 or 5 star hotel, and this is like a 1 star hotel. The web site pictures are misleading.

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    Pacific Beach

    regular GUY reviews... Pacific Terrace Hotel (Pacific Beach,…read moreSan Diego, CA) Family Suite, Room 122, 6 nights 550 ft2 2 Queens, 1 Sofa/Bed, Patio Cost: $$$ ($600 - $999 / night) */* Final SCORE: 4.55 Last Thoughts: Pacific Terrace Hotel was an excellent (and not cheap) base for an amazing Pacific beach vacation */* */ The Room... (4/5) Bathroom: Clean, lots of towels Toilet and shower in separate room from vanity Dual sinks but limited electrical outlets Plenty of counter space Enclosed shower with rain head; No tub regular GUY's daughter reports: "I really liked the shower" The Beds: Beds were on the softer side; Linens were clean and fresh; I was comfortable Sofa Bed: regular GUY's daughter reports: "The sofa bed was ok I guess" Extra Features: Convenient outlets and USB ports built into side table and desk Ceiling fans Kitchenette: Coffee maker (think there was free coffee pods but didn't use), mini fridge, microwave, toaster (rare thing) First night there was a couple bottles of Evian with a complimentary label on them... there were more bottles after that but without a complimentary label so we didn't drink those (I could have asked the front desk if they were free but didn't) There's a Ralph's and 7-Eleven walking distance for stocking the mini fridge Layout: Lots of space; 2 separate rooms; bathroom in the bedroom; kitchenette in the living room; 2 TVs Dedicated desk space Outdoor Space: Patio, 4 chairs and a small table, comfortable seating, heavy furniture No other guests could see us but people walking by could Style: Lots of woodwork (headboards, blinds, even ceiling in vanity area) Open all the blinds to bring in light View: I knew that family suites were on the first floor, side of building, with partial ocean view. Our room was closest to the boardwalk, with a nice view; people walking by did look at me on the patio !-------- LIGHT Alerts! Bedroom had a decent amount of light in the morning with the wood blinds to the patio closed NOISE Alerts! We could hear boisterous neighbors across the hall Patio furniture is heavy; we could hear neighbors dragging it around --------! */ *... Activities... (-/5) There was a fire show thing by the pool the day we arrived but we couldn't make it I think you can arrange a room massage but we didn't do it Amenities... (5/5) No resort fee We used the hotel's free beach towels, chairs and umbrella (ask front desk), think they have boogie boards and bikes Small gift shop with nice selection Fitness Center... (4/5) Accessed via the garage; Small, maybe 4-5 people max regular GUY's son reports: "Pretty ok, especially if I'm the only one in there" Grub... (4/5) Terrace Café is available for breakfast, brunch & dinner (food a little fancy) Many food options short walk to Mission Blvd and Crystal Pier Location... (5/5) Amazing sunset view Short walk to Crystal Pier, shops along Mission Blvd, Garnet Ave, Pacific Beach and Mission Beach The hotel sits on a bluff above pacific beach; to get to the beach: directly north is a ramp down to the beach; directly south are stairs down to the beach - may be an issue if you have mobility concerns Parking... (5/5) Valet $45 / night. You can self park. Secure underground parking lot. It's not a secret - you will pay (a lot) for parking anywhere near the beach so plan on paying or finding parking on your own Pool... (5/5) Heated, nice size, great view, poolside service, plenty of towels Guest rooms facing west can see the pool; people walking by can see the pool Seating is first come, no cabana rentals, seating a little tight Random... (4.5/5) Laundry room (on the garage level), didn't use but good to know Elevators were slow Safety... (4/5) The neighborhood and walk along the beach were safe. Occasional unhoused people. *Teenage daughter walk around the area alone? No Staff & Service... (5/5) Front desk always attentive and friendly Valet and bellhop fast, friendly and efficient Cleaning was always in our room rather late (between 3-5) Check-in (room was ready when we arrived at 3pm) and check-out had no issues No Billing issues ...*

    This hotel was super conveniently located right on the boardwalk in Pacific Beach, it was perfect…read morefor me. I paid an arm and a leg for the room but it was absolutely massive and I had sliding glass doors directly onto my own private patio which was right next to the pool overlooking the ocean, it was really incredible despite how outdated the room felt, somehow the size of the room made it more modern and it felt clean. The people at the front desk were young, fun, outgoing, really friendly and I appreciated that. They told me about some happy hour they were having later in the day and I felt very welcome here unlike other hotels I stayed at in the San Diego area. The bathroom was huge in my room, very weird vibe, like felt cabin-like, I don't know how else to explain it, but it was spacious, big countertop by the sink plenty of room to get ready. The coffee bar had an enormous countertop which was great for keeping all of my things, huge mirrors everywhere too. The bed was really comfortable, again great view outside, awesome staff. It was so nice to be able to walk the boardwalk and pop back in here whenever I needed to grab something or use the restroom. Walking distance to everything. Highly recommend, I would definitely stay here again. But I probably won't because the cost is INSANE. Sorry but it is. Also housekeeping found my jewelry box loaded with jewelry and returned it to the front desk who subsequently shipped it back to my house for me. For a charge of course but I do appreciate the honesty of the staff that goes a long long way! Thank you!!

    Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton - Exterior

    Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

    (2.8k reviews)

    $$$

    It lives up to its name and this hotel is an icon. It's beautiful, massive, and a landmark. The…read moreamenities are amazing and the staff are great. The availability of several restaurants for different palates for different ages is a big plus. We tried Serea and it didn't fail. The service was excellent and the food was really good, fresh fish was super tasty, no fishy taste. We had gelato and it was soft and creamy, tasty! The availability of a smoothie trailer was a big plus? It was so healthy and the servings were huge. This hotel has many places to sit and enjoy the ocean view. The proximity to yhe beach was also a good good perk! All in all, a wonderful experience. We spent the whole weekend here, didn't leave the hotel as there was plenty to do. Great place to take the family for a nice, beach vacation!!! I couldn't give it a five star as there was some area that looked old to guess it's part of the charm of this hotel.

    This place is amazing and exceeded every expectation. We were in San Diego for our summer vacation,…read morePride, and my 50th birthday, and decided to kick off the trip with two days and one night at the Hotel del Coronado, or "The Del." The Del opened in 1888 and is one of the most famous hotels in the country. You have even most likely seen it in TV and movies. It is definitely a luxury resort in every aspect, and I have heard it referred to as the birthplace of the American beach vacation. We arrived a little early on Tuesday and were able to check in and get settled. I had noted on the reservation that we were celebrating my 50th birthday and had booked a King room in The Views. The property has several different areas to stay, including the historic Victorian building. At check in, we were upgraded to a King ocean view room, which was an amazing surprise. Between my birthday and Hilton Honors Diamond status, I was incredibly grateful for the complimentary upgrade, especially at a historic property like this. I don't think that is too common as they are based on availability. The room was beautiful and I enjoyed the layout and amenities. We opened the patio door and let the fresh ocean breeze fill the room many times during the stay. We enjoyed sitting on the patio looking over the grounds, beach, and Pacific Ocean and it was especially nice in the evening and again early the next morning with coffee. The bed was comfortable, the shower had plenty of hot water, and I really can't say enough good the room. We spent our first day exploring the property and enjoying the resort. Unfortunately, there was an advisory recommending that people should not swim in the ocean because of elevated pollution levels, but we were still able to enjoy some really nice beach time. That evening we had dinner at Veranda, which I reviewed separately. I definitely recommend making reservations for any of the restaurants well in advance, especially during busy times. We also enjoyed the shops and bars around the property. The next morning we spent some time exploring the history of The Del. You can basically do your own self guided tour by walking around, reading the plaques, and looking at the historic photographs throughout the property. I loved learning more about the hotel while actually staying there. We were able to get a late checkout, so we spent the rest of the morning and early afternoon exploring Coronado. We walked along Orange Avenue, checked out some of the shops, walked through town and the park, and eventually made our way to the beach. From there we walked along the beach back to the resort. After checking out, we took the ferry from Coronado over to downtown San Diego, which ended up being a perfect way to leave the island and continue our vacation. The Del is expensive (especially with meals and drinks), I am not going to sugarcoat that, but for us it was worth every penny. It was an amazing way to kick off our vacation and one of the highlights of the trip. I would absolutely recommend staying here, especially if you want a resort experience where you can enjoy the property, beach, and Coronado rather than focusing entirely on downtown San Diego. I could easily see myself spending a week here and would definitely come back as there is so much to do. Hands down Five Stars for location, service, food, amenities, and property. Exceptional stay. Website: https://www.hoteldel.com/

    Beach Haven - hotels - Updated September 2026

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