I finally made my visit here to Hola Swim! Thank goodness for social media & knowing one of the…read moregals who has modeled items for Hola Swim. The thing is- I'm seriously the type of shopper who LIKES to see items worn on people & mannequins! Lol This just personally helps me visually. So, I do follow Hola Swim on Instagram (I suggest YOU should too!). The reason I waited this long is because in a few weeks, we're going to a destination wedding in Dominican Republic- and the timing to shop here worked out perfect. This brick & mortar location has been here for a few months. And, every time I've either drove by or walked by- it was closed. BUT, there's a sign posted on the door that says- CONTACT US FOR APPOINTMENTS! And that's EXACTLY what I did. I did contact Hola Swim via their Instagram- and my request for such day & time was immediately answered & there was no hesitation in accommodating me. Whew! I met Syncletica- one of the owners & she was such a gem to meet. We chatted for some time during my visit here. Her & her best friend AND business partner, Aida, have been best friends since they first met at 15 years old while working at the San Diego Zoo. The garments are LOCALLY made here in SAN DIEGO!!! And, I can seriously say the fabrics on their pieces are quality!!! This is what you are paying for!!! You can feel the thickness & stretchiness of the spandex. And, Syncletica has mentioned that the top material is lined w/ UV 50 protectant! You see- as I've mentioned to her- I would normally purchase swimwear at Target. And if you do to (or any other giant retail store) you now exactly what I'm getting at. You know the condition of their quality & the price you're paying. I bought the velvet teal/ blue hooded one piece swimsuit $90 and I'm super excited to wear it in the Caribbean!! The bikinis go for $60/ $65. And there's other merchandise available too. Visors, towels, jewelry, sunglasses, ball caps! The shop is being renovated w/ new tile & adding shelves for a new look. But, I do wanna share my love for Hola Swim! By the way- they've been invited to New York's Fashion Week (and San Diego's), featured in British Vogue, and now have a spot in Destinations (monthly magazine for Uited Airlines)!!! Support local businesses!!!!!

Amazing service always gets me going and this place doesn't disappoint. The owners are soooo down…read moreto earth and helpful they made my friend's experience so much better. Moderately priced bikinis plus they have some exclusive boutique items of their own Also the accessories are

Dawn at Everything But Water in Fashion Valley was absolutely amazing. She was so friendly and…read morewelcoming from the moment I walked in. She helped me step out of my comfort zone and encouraged me to try styles I normally wouldn't pick -- and they ended up being so flattering! I felt truly taken care of and never pressured. I left so happy with my purchase and even more grateful for the experience. I will definitely be coming back to see her!

Iridian Pine is the lady who help me at Fashion Valley Store, she is kind and very efficient!!!…read more The prices are high, I imagine the quality is very good. thanks Iridian!!

Wonderful stop while at Seaport Village service was awesome. Very friendly and selection was good…read more My husband was looking for a belt of all things which I know is hilarious to me too. We're on vacation, but to each their own guys.. I was looking for pins that I try to collect when we travel somewhere. I love to stick them in the roof of my car. If I can find one I think is special enough or reminds me of something we also picked up a hat, some sunglasses and a few other knickknacks. They had great sandal options as well as T-shirts and hoodies. Great stop. I come every time we visit. Prices are affordable while they do have some things more on the expensive side it is good quality. So I'd say you get nice things for the value they offer.

Quintessential surf shop vibe in the heart of seaport village. I walked in and shared that I'm a…read morelandlocked surfer just looking for some beach smells. They deftly pointed me to their wide array of surf wax and I says yes please and thank you I'm taking one to go. Pretty sure I got some looks as I was smelling this the entire way back to the hotel! Kind and professional service, breezy bohemian vibe with a light sea breeze on the afternoon in SD - not much better!

This quicksilver location is running a SCAM!! In December of 2023 I was gifted two gift cards in…read morethe amount of $100 and $50. On 2/25/2024 my girlfriend and I entered the store and picked out and tried on some clothing items. When we presented our gift card we were told by employee: Brayan that they have a new point of sale and we would need to come back after they called us to pick up our items. After a month with no call I called and spoke to the manager who informed me they would not honor the gift cards and I would have to call corporate. So, we called the number on the website as well as make an email showing our gift card receipt and they continue to ignore us. I have filed a complaint with the BBB and will continue to escalate until I receive a full refund of $150. How pathetic I have nothing negative to say about the employees who work there. The were very friendly and helpful but this is inexcusable.

I didn't appreciate the lazy employee who wouldn't let me try on 3 swimsuits 5 mins before closing…read more She said "fitting rooms are locked already". Shorter girl behind the counter with bangs and short hair. As a business owner myself, it's a liability to have employees like this. I was ready to buy 1-2 sets of those suits. So now she's been paid and the business lost a sale and customer.

Should I tell you about this place?? Well, if you did your homework, you would know this outlet is…read morehere. I needed to purchase a wetsuit as I am not about to let this summer go by and not get into the "warm" San Diego waters. Water temps are about as high as it gets for out here right now, like in low 70s, so for me, thats still cold. I need at least a 4/3 wetsuit for that temp. Yes, I am a pansy and I know it. This place has a really nice section for wetsuits and also some great sales too. I made a beeline for the back of the store to check out what they had available. They have short wetsuits, 3/2s, 4/3s, some with hoods (I like those), some front zippered and some back zipped (this is my preference), children's wetsuits, men and women's also. I already knew what I needed so only had to try on two wetsuits (that was already too much lol - you are ALWAYS fighting wetsuits). Fitting rooms available here and then I went to work battling the wetsuits. I could fit the size 4 but my shoulders are a bit broader and the zipper wasn't like easy to pull, so I went with the size 6. The cost for 4/3 wetsuit here was $150, a pretty good deal. I was just at REI looking at an O'Neill 4/3 and it was over $400! I also picked up some shorts and a bikini top and everything here is severely discounted. Sweet!! Service guy working here was super nice and helpful. He showed me the size chart for wetsuits and helped me get a fitting room and rung me up. Great place to get some water apparel here and know they have wetsuits too. They also have shoes here but not too many options in sizes. They also have bags and other items too (I forgot to look at a wetsuit hood they had on sale here - so will come back). Overall. this place was great! I'll be back! But know the parking is a disaster here, the lot is super tight, just FYI.

I was recommended to come here by a friend of mine who loves to surf a lot. This one is apparently…read morethe 'outlet' edition of their usual store. When we walked in, there was lots of sales being advertised on a lot of the racks when we walked in. Definitely makes a big difference since the clothing products here are definitely on the pricier end. My first time shopping at this retail store and they have a great selection related to swimwear!!! I was interested in buying a wetsuit and was also informed on the differences between the 4/3 and the 5/3 millimeters of the wetsuits. A 4/3 (4mm for the torso and 3mm for the arms) is better for moderate to cold water with higher flexibility, while the 5/3 is warmer and designed for colder, winter waters, and is slightly less flexible. My goal is to be warm as I don't want to feel too cold so I went with the 5/3. There's a good amount of fitting rooms that are good sized to be trying them on. My first time trying on wetsuits and I felt like a seal LOL!!! I purchased one but keep in mind that even with the clearance sale I got it for, it was $120+. My girlfriend tried finding bikinis but there was little sizing for her and lots of the two pieces were separated and the designs weren't matching so she didn't get any.

Sun Splash Swimwear is a very versatile store for all women. The owner is incredibly kind and…read morehelpful -- she spoke with me on the phone, guided me toward styles that suited my body type, and even stayed open past business hours so I wouldn't feel rushed. She is professional, knowledgeable about her products, and truly cares about her customers. Truly a 5-star experience. Blessings, Heather Rocha

Grateful for my experience. Shopping and bathing suits are usually hard for me, but Dee made it a…read morewonderful experience. There is so many styles and colors, I would have been overwhelmed if it wasn't for her helping me through the store and her expertise on styles. I got the first one I tried on and I'm so happy. I feel amazing! Thank you Dee!

I went in here a few years ago on a whim and was so glad I did. Ana herself helped me find the…read moreperfect bikini, gave me a discount, and the bikini has lasted me years!

Best bikini shop in San Diego. Just off the main strip of PB…read more Brazilian style bikinis that show off your curves. Super soft materials that stay soft after multiple wears. Make sure you wash the bikinis off in the shower and let them air dry (no washer). They have every color in all of their styles. Kelly green, light green, blue, teal, light pink, hot pink, pinkish purple, orange, red, yellow, mustard yellow, black, white etc.

Swim West is my go-to spot for water polo and swim team gear. They have a great selection,…read moreknowledgeable staff, and carry items that can be hard to find at the big-box sporting goods stores. If you're involved in swimming or water polo, it's well worth shopping local and supporting this San Diego institution.

Good selection of swimsuits, goggles and caps. The ladies working at the counter are helpful and…read moreknowledgeable. Service is good. The suits are expensive, but I would say you get what you pay for and they are good quality. I'd recommend if you're swimming laps and even for surfing I think the suits would be good, although for me and one piece does the job of not falling off in the water :)