Diamond Head Inn
$171
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Diamond Head Inn
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$171
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Diamond Head Inn average $123 in December, the cheapest month, and $330 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $134 |
| February | $166 |
| March | $190 |
| April | $187 |
| May | $199 |
| June | $246 |
| July | $330 |
| August | $238 |
| September | $200 |
| October | $171 |
| November | $152 |
| December | $123 |
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Most expensive: July (~$330)
Cheapest: December (~$123)
About this property
This smoke-free hotel features surfing/body boarding nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Amenities
This smoke-free hotel features surfing/body boarding nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Diamond Head Inn in San Diego (Pacific Beach), you'll be steps from Mission and Pacific Beaches and 5 minutes by foot from Mission Beach Boardwalk. This beach hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Mission Beach and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Mission Bay.
What's nearby
Pacific Beach Park(0.1 miles)
Mission and Pacific Beaches(0.1 miles)
Pacific Beach(0.1 miles)
Crystal Pier(0.3 miles)
Mission Beach Boardwalk(0.3 miles)
Tourmaline Surfing Park(0.8 miles)
Mission Beach(0.8 miles)
Mission Bay(0.9 miles)
Bird Rock(1.7 miles)
Belmont Park(2.1 miles)
Windansea Beach(2.6 miles)
Ski Beach(3.1 miles)
Mission Bay Park(3.2 miles)
Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial(3.7 miles)
Cuvier Park(3.7 miles)
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)(10.4 miles)
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)(13.9 miles)
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)(24.5 miles)
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)(29.1 miles)
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ)(29.9 miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Beach (Nearby)
Pool Outdoor
Luggage Storage
Location
605 Diamond Street, South Mission Beach, San Diego, California, United States of America
Pacific Beach Park (0.1 miles)
Mission and Pacific Beaches (0.1 miles)
Pacific Beach (0.1 miles)
Crystal Pier (0.3 miles)
Mission Beach Boardwalk (0.3 miles)
Tourmaline Surfing Park (0.8 miles)
Room options
1
Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
1
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Kitchen, Partial Ocean View
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
2
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
2
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
1
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Diamond Head Inn
7.9
Good
Based on 858 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
45%
Family
28%
Group
11%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Diamond Head Inn, travellers consistently praise the beachfront, walkable location near Pacific Beach’s boardwalk and restaurants, while feedback on rooms and operations varies due to differences in renovations, layouts, and the property’s simple, limited-service setup.
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What guests think
At Diamond Head Inn, travellers consistently praise the beachfront, walkable location near Pacific Beach’s boardwalk and restaurants, while feedback on rooms and operations varies due to differences in renovations, layouts, and the property’s simple, limited-service setup.
Guests frequently note very limited parking and an off-site check-in at a sister property that can be confusing. Some report noise and maintenance problems—AC irregularities, musty odors, hard-to-shut windows—and kitchenettes that lack basics. Staff interactions range from friendly and accommodating to slow or unhelpful, with minimal on-site support. Expect a simple, beachside stay where proximity to the sand is the main draw.
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Facilities
Parking is very limited on site, with overflow at sister properties; several guests found this inconvenient. A few also note there’s no ice machine and not many extras.
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Diana
Dec 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfy room. Difficult to horrible parking.
Clean and comfy room. Difficult to horrible parking.
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Bradley
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Close to the beach and boardwalk. Penty of room in the suite. AC was great. The room was clean and everything worked. Logistics were lacking, not enough parking to accomodate guests, overflow parking is a few blocks away and there is no 24/7 street parking in the immediate vicinity. Had to check in and out at another property which wasn't bad but slightly confusing coming in late. Good price, good location, decent accomodations. Not a bad place if you're not expecting a 4 star resort.
Close to the beach and boardwalk. Penty of room in the suite. AC was great. The room was clean and everything worked. Logistics were lacking, not enough parking to accomodate guests, overflow parking is a few blocks away and there is no 24/7 street parking in the immediate vicinity. Had to check in and out at another property which wasn't bad but slightly confusing coming in late. Good price, good location, decent accomodations. Not a bad place if you're not expecting a 4 star resort.
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Anna
May 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Property was clean and right near the beach but the room I got was a suite and it was tiny. Checking in was inconvenient. You had to walk a block to another hotel to check in. Mind you, this is also how far you had to walk to an ice machine. Everything in the room was placed oddly. There was a crooked picture frame in the kitchen with a sizeable hole under it. The bathroom was inside my room which made it inconvenient because the other guest sleeping on the pullout bed had to come through my room to the bathroom. There was homeless people walking around the property the whole time which I didn’t like especially since I had my child with me. The outside trashcan was also right infront of my door which caused a problem with seagulls and people constantly walking infront of my room to throw trash. The phone in the room did not work and WiFi was limited to two devices which was another inconvenience.
Property was clean and right near the beach but the room I got was a suite and it was tiny. Checking in was inconvenient. You had to walk a block to another hotel to check in. Mind you, this is also how far you had to walk to an ice machine. Everything in the room was placed oddly. There was a crooked picture frame in the kitchen with a sizeable hole under it. The bathroom was inside my room which made it inconvenient because the other guest sleeping on the pullout bed had to come through my room to the bathroom. There was homeless people walking around the property the whole time which I didn’t like especially since I had my child with me. The outside trashcan was also right infront of my door which caused a problem with seagulls and people constantly walking infront of my room to throw trash. The phone in the room did not work and WiFi was limited to two devices which was another inconvenience.
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Jeff
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
No designated parking, a parking pass was provided but its first come first serve. Check in was at a different property a 1/2 block away. Overall was a good stay.
No designated parking, a parking pass was provided but its first come first serve. Check in was at a different property a 1/2 block away. Overall was a good stay.
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Wayne
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Parking is almost nonexistent.
Parking is almost nonexistent.
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David
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
location is great. room is good size with kitchenette. pretty clean. no ice maker, no pool, no extras
location is great. room is good size with kitchenette. pretty clean. no ice maker, no pool, no extras
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Gabriel
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Note that the check-in for this property is at another property a block and a half away. Limited parking an available on site so you may have to park at their other property and walk over. It’s a beachfront motel though so it’s hard to knock it!
Note that the check-in for this property is at another property a block and a half away. Limited parking an available on site so you may have to park at their other property and walk over. It’s a beachfront motel though so it’s hard to knock it!
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Robert
May 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good value for the area, which is mostly much more expensive. Parking was a bit inconvenient, but having a guaranteed parking spot is great at the beach.
Good value for the area, which is mostly much more expensive. Parking was a bit inconvenient, but having a guaranteed parking spot is great at the beach.
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Jadeon
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
BUDGET-FRIENDLY. If you are looking to stay next to the beach on a budget, this is the go-to hotel. There comes some cons with that. The hotel is going under some construction with their front office, so check-in is about a 5 minute walk to their sister location, PB Surf. THIS ALSO MEANS NO COMPLEMENTARY BFAST. Not a killer, but just want you to know. Parking is complementary for your stay, but we were lucky as we stayed during the weekdays and we were always able to find at least one spot on the Diamondhead property. They allow parking at the sister location if the parking is full though. No ice machine. The fridge in the queen bed room had a mini fridge but no freezer. Idk about the other room selections though. If you’re a bottom room, you should be able to hear upstairs pretty well at night. Rooms have been updated with furniture, but I don’t think the carpet was. Those are the cons. The pros definitely outweigh them if you are looking to stay near the beach at an affordable price with walkable tasty restaurants on one side and the beach life on the other. Had a great time on my vacation doing tours and sightseeing and this hotel does the job.
BUDGET-FRIENDLY. If you are looking to stay next to the beach on a budget, this is the go-to hotel. There comes some cons with that. The hotel is going under some construction with their front office, so check-in is about a 5 minute walk to their sister location, PB Surf. THIS ALSO MEANS NO COMPLEMENTARY BFAST. Not a killer, but just want you to know. Parking is complementary for your stay, but we were lucky as we stayed during the weekdays and we were always able to find at least one spot on the Diamondhead property. They allow parking at the sister location if the parking is full though. No ice machine. The fridge in the queen bed room had a mini fridge but no freezer. Idk about the other room selections though. If you’re a bottom room, you should be able to hear upstairs pretty well at night. Rooms have been updated with furniture, but I don’t think the carpet was. Those are the cons. The pros definitely outweigh them if you are looking to stay near the beach at an affordable price with walkable tasty restaurants on one side and the beach life on the other. Had a great time on my vacation doing tours and sightseeing and this hotel does the job.
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Carrie
Nov 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
No parking, 2 towels, 2 pillows, smallest tv ever, no front desk, no ice machine, no 9ne around to ask for extra pillows and towels
No parking, 2 towels, 2 pillows, smallest tv ever, no front desk, no ice machine, no 9ne around to ask for extra pillows and towels
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: many describe rooms as clean or recently updated, but others report odors, stained carpets or sofas, dampness/mold, and occasional bugs.
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Lisa
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place is the perfect location right next to the beach north of Chrystal pier in Pacific Beach. There is limited parking, but we got there about 3:30 PM in the afternoon and had no problem. Places to eat and the beach are very walkable so we didn’t have to get back in our car until we checked out. It has a little kitchenette that we will take advantage of next time and probably stay longer. Check-in is at a different property about a block up. It was very clean and nice and we would definitely come back again. We also had a good price since it was February. I think next time we will also bring our bicycles because it’s a great place to ride your bike.
This place is the perfect location right next to the beach north of Chrystal pier in Pacific Beach. There is limited parking, but we got there about 3:30 PM in the afternoon and had no problem. Places to eat and the beach are very walkable so we didn’t have to get back in our car until we checked out. It has a little kitchenette that we will take advantage of next time and probably stay longer. Check-in is at a different property about a block up. It was very clean and nice and we would definitely come back again. We also had a good price since it was February. I think next time we will also bring our bicycles because it’s a great place to ride your bike.
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naomi
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
woke up with bug bits. room smelt like urine. carpet was gross. the lock on the door was damaged and we had to jiggle it in order to lock. horrible experience , especially the elk to check in all the way to pb surf , it was annoying.
woke up with bug bits. room smelt like urine. carpet was gross. the lock on the door was damaged and we had to jiggle it in order to lock. horrible experience , especially the elk to check in all the way to pb surf , it was annoying.
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Tara
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The pictures on Expedia were very deceiving. The carpet was all stained. The couches had huge stains on them. The room smelled like mold and was very muggy, the air conditioning unit wasn’t working properly and was very very loud. We could not sleep. We left at 4:30 in the morning because the room was just too inhabitable.
The pictures on Expedia were very deceiving. The carpet was all stained. The couches had huge stains on them. The room smelled like mold and was very muggy, the air conditioning unit wasn’t working properly and was very very loud. We could not sleep. We left at 4:30 in the morning because the room was just too inhabitable.
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Alina
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean management is very helpful
Very clean management is very helpful
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Thomas
Sep 9, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean
Clean
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James
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bed and room were clean but could have used extra pillows. The windows were almost impossible to close once opened. The beach was right out the door and so were some nice restaurants which was awesome.
Bed and room were clean but could have used extra pillows. The windows were almost impossible to close once opened. The beach was right out the door and so were some nice restaurants which was awesome.
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Kendall
May 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, clean updated rooms, right on the beach
Friendly staff, clean updated rooms, right on the beach
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Richard
Mar 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Mold everywhere this place is nasty. They made me stay in a room They were using a blow torch to clean mold off the walls with is was disgusting. !!! Worst stay I’ve ever had!!!
Mold everywhere this place is nasty. They made me stay in a room They were using a blow torch to clean mold off the walls with is was disgusting. !!! Worst stay I’ve ever had!!!
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Robert
Feb 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location, only steps from the beach. Onsite parking is very limited. Rooms are nicely furnished but have a damp/musty smell. This is common with all hotels by the beach.
Great location, only steps from the beach. Onsite parking is very limited. Rooms are nicely furnished but have a damp/musty smell. This is common with all hotels by the beach.
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Michael
Apr 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Interior paint chipping and bubbling. Carpet wearing. Water stains on baseboards. The room smelled like cat urine. Water flooded onto floor from shower. Cockroaches in hall outside room door.
Interior paint chipping and bubbling. Carpet wearing. Water stains on baseboards. The room smelled like cat urine. Water flooded onto floor from shower. Cockroaches in hall outside room door.
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Rooms
Room quality varies: some suites are spacious with kitchenettes and occasional ocean views, while others feel small or dated with quirky layouts. Noise and comfort issues plus occasional AC and Wi-Fi limitations are noted.
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Bradley
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Close to the beach and boardwalk. Penty of room in the suite. AC was great. The room was clean and everything worked. Logistics were lacking, not enough parking to accomodate guests, overflow parking is a few blocks away and there is no 24/7 street parking in the immediate vicinity. Had to check in and out at another property which wasn't bad but slightly confusing coming in late. Good price, good location, decent accomodations. Not a bad place if you're not expecting a 4 star resort.
Close to the beach and boardwalk. Penty of room in the suite. AC was great. The room was clean and everything worked. Logistics were lacking, not enough parking to accomodate guests, overflow parking is a few blocks away and there is no 24/7 street parking in the immediate vicinity. Had to check in and out at another property which wasn't bad but slightly confusing coming in late. Good price, good location, decent accomodations. Not a bad place if you're not expecting a 4 star resort.
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Angela
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We were upgraded to an ocean view room with a balcony for our honeymoon and it was perfect!! We will definitely be coming back. Perfect location easy access to everything.
We were upgraded to an ocean view room with a balcony for our honeymoon and it was perfect!! We will definitely be coming back. Perfect location easy access to everything.
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Anna
May 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Property was clean and right near the beach but the room I got was a suite and it was tiny. Checking in was inconvenient. You had to walk a block to another hotel to check in. Mind you, this is also how far you had to walk to an ice machine. Everything in the room was placed oddly. There was a crooked picture frame in the kitchen with a sizeable hole under it. The bathroom was inside my room which made it inconvenient because the other guest sleeping on the pullout bed had to come through my room to the bathroom. There was homeless people walking around the property the whole time which I didn’t like especially since I had my child with me. The outside trashcan was also right infront of my door which caused a problem with seagulls and people constantly walking infront of my room to throw trash. The phone in the room did not work and WiFi was limited to two devices which was another inconvenience.
Property was clean and right near the beach but the room I got was a suite and it was tiny. Checking in was inconvenient. You had to walk a block to another hotel to check in. Mind you, this is also how far you had to walk to an ice machine. Everything in the room was placed oddly. There was a crooked picture frame in the kitchen with a sizeable hole under it. The bathroom was inside my room which made it inconvenient because the other guest sleeping on the pullout bed had to come through my room to the bathroom. There was homeless people walking around the property the whole time which I didn’t like especially since I had my child with me. The outside trashcan was also right infront of my door which caused a problem with seagulls and people constantly walking infront of my room to throw trash. The phone in the room did not work and WiFi was limited to two devices which was another inconvenience.
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Jason Elleman
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The units are WAY bigger than your traditional hotel room, are very nice, and in a great location.
The units are WAY bigger than your traditional hotel room, are very nice, and in a great location.
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Joseph
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Easy stay, though no onsite management. But only a block to the other property. Cant beat the location....Beds/pillows are not very good. Actually, hard to sleep well on....but would probably stay again.
Easy stay, though no onsite management. But only a block to the other property. Cant beat the location....Beds/pillows are not very good. Actually, hard to sleep well on....but would probably stay again.
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Stefano Giorgio
Jan 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good access to beach and restaurants Very poor kitchenstuff in room
Good access to beach and restaurants Very poor kitchenstuff in room
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Breffni
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great spot if you are looking for easy access to everything PB. The rooms are a bit dated, but that’s not unusual for PB. I’d recommend for longer stays - I was only there for a few days so didn’t take advantage of the kitchen.
Great spot if you are looking for easy access to everything PB. The rooms are a bit dated, but that’s not unusual for PB. I’d recommend for longer stays - I was only there for a few days so didn’t take advantage of the kitchen.
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Daryl
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It's the beach in San Diego for people who can't afford paying $300+ per night. If you're just going to chill at the beach, it's fine, but definitely a 70's motif. Plenty of good food/nightlife withing walking distances.
It's the beach in San Diego for people who can't afford paying $300+ per night. If you're just going to chill at the beach, it's fine, but definitely a 70's motif. Plenty of good food/nightlife withing walking distances.
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Micaela
Nov 6, 2023
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The location itself was nice because it was right by the beach. The beds were uncomfortable, super springy only 2 pillows. Lights outside are on and shine through shutters at night. Constant yelling and screaming at night/morning. If no parking was available on property you had to park at a ‘sister’ property.
The location itself was nice because it was right by the beach. The beds were uncomfortable, super springy only 2 pillows. Lights outside are on and shine through shutters at night. Constant yelling and screaming at night/morning. If no parking was available on property you had to park at a ‘sister’ property.
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Travis
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great View and nice rooms.
Great View and nice rooms.
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Service
Staff are often friendly and accommodating, but on-site support is minimal and check-in occurs at a sister property a block or two away. Some guests report slow responses or unhelpful interactions.
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Amy
Jun 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything went well & was all smooth. The property was really nice and steps from the beach. We wish we would have stayed longer to enjoy it more. Overall, everything was nice.
Everything went well & was all smooth. The property was really nice and steps from the beach. We wish we would have stayed longer to enjoy it more. Overall, everything was nice.
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Joanne
Mar 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It did not indicate anywhere in the booking that I would need to check in at another hotel down the street. There was no one at the hotel except a note on the door with directions to the other hotel. The facilities were ok. Limited parking. I had an unpleasant incident upon check out with a very confrontational cleaning staff. I did share my feedback at the reception which they were apologetic but it was uncalled for.
It did not indicate anywhere in the booking that I would need to check in at another hotel down the street. There was no one at the hotel except a note on the door with directions to the other hotel. The facilities were ok. Limited parking. I had an unpleasant incident upon check out with a very confrontational cleaning staff. I did share my feedback at the reception which they were apologetic but it was uncalled for.
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Kin
Dec 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed the stay very much. But because there was no advance information on the challenging parking situation and that the check-in was on a separate property, we were pretty frustrated upon arrival. We had to park a block or so away to get to the hotel. Then we learned that the check-in was even further away...then the long walk back to the car, unload it and then find parking at a third property. There should be instructions about this on the website. But, the front desk person was nice and we would stay there again. We would be better prepared for arrival
We enjoyed the stay very much. But because there was no advance information on the challenging parking situation and that the check-in was on a separate property, we were pretty frustrated upon arrival. We had to park a block or so away to get to the hotel. Then we learned that the check-in was even further away...then the long walk back to the car, unload it and then find parking at a third property. There should be instructions about this on the website. But, the front desk person was nice and we would stay there again. We would be better prepared for arrival
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Corbett
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is ok. Definitely an apartment building recently converted into a hotel. There is no office on the premises you gotta check in at another hotel two blocks away. Strange. The room was fine, a little beat up for the price but quiet and comfortable enough. Bed was good enough. But the location was amazing. Right on the beach far enough away from the chaos of the boardwalk but close enough to walk too. I’ll check for other places next time but I’d go back here for the right price.
This place is ok. Definitely an apartment building recently converted into a hotel. There is no office on the premises you gotta check in at another hotel two blocks away. Strange. The room was fine, a little beat up for the price but quiet and comfortable enough. Bed was good enough. But the location was amazing. Right on the beach far enough away from the chaos of the boardwalk but close enough to walk too. I’ll check for other places next time but I’d go back here for the right price.
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Samantha
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
While I was cooking, I noticed there was no silverware, so I called the reception. She was so rude and not willing to solve this. She said housekeeping will come tomorrow. I asked her how I was supposed to eat and said I don’t know. There also was a problem with the WiFi they said we had to call the WiFi company to fix it. We did and they never called back. We called the next day and we were told again they will call back. I was so frustrated I had to fix this myself and they didn’t do anything. I confronted the girl of the reception and she just said she wasn’t responsible for the WiFi. Housekeeping was friendly! I will never book again and would definitely not recommend.
While I was cooking, I noticed there was no silverware, so I called the reception. She was so rude and not willing to solve this. She said housekeeping will come tomorrow. I asked her how I was supposed to eat and said I don’t know. There also was a problem with the WiFi they said we had to call the WiFi company to fix it. We did and they never called back. We called the next day and we were told again they will call back. I was so frustrated I had to fix this myself and they didn’t do anything. I confronted the girl of the reception and she just said she wasn’t responsible for the WiFi. Housekeeping was friendly! I will never book again and would definitely not recommend.
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Stefanie
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We had a wonderful stay at Diamond Head Inn. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The location was fantastic. The room was clean and comfortable. Thank you so much.
We had a wonderful stay at Diamond Head Inn. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The location was fantastic. The room was clean and comfortable. Thank you so much.
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James
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was a breeze and they allowed an earlier check in without charging an extra fee. Free parking pass was issued for Diamond Inn and/or their sister properties if Diamond was full, which added to the convenience of finding parking.
Check in was a breeze and they allowed an earlier check in without charging an extra fee. Free parking pass was issued for Diamond Inn and/or their sister properties if Diamond was full, which added to the convenience of finding parking.
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Gary
Dec 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent front desk staff
Excellent front desk staff
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JOE
Feb 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
check in was at sister hotel a few blocks away, which was inconvient. one of the front desk employees did not seem to pleasant, as if she was there as a favor to me
check in was at sister hotel a few blocks away, which was inconvient. one of the front desk employees did not seem to pleasant, as if she was there as a favor to me
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Joseph
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a good stay and very comfortable. It's right next to the boardwalk for the beach and is good for a morning stroll. The only issue is that check in is off site and you need to walk about a block away to check in. This wouldn't be too big an issue if they found a way to communicate this before you check in. I had to walk around the whole hotel just to see a tiny sign on a small door that said check in is a block north.
It was a good stay and very comfortable. It's right next to the boardwalk for the beach and is good for a morning stroll. The only issue is that check in is off site and you need to walk about a block away to check in. This wouldn't be too big an issue if they found a way to communicate this before you check in. I had to walk around the whole hotel just to see a tiny sign on a small door that said check in is a block north.
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Location
Beachfront, walkable location steps from Pacific Beach and close to restaurants, bars, and shops. Many guests didn’t need their car once parked.
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Lisa
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place is the perfect location right next to the beach north of Chrystal pier in Pacific Beach. There is limited parking, but we got there about 3:30 PM in the afternoon and had no problem. Places to eat and the beach are very walkable so we didn’t have to get back in our car until we checked out. It has a little kitchenette that we will take advantage of next time and probably stay longer. Check-in is at a different property about a block up. It was very clean and nice and we would definitely come back again. We also had a good price since it was February. I think next time we will also bring our bicycles because it’s a great place to ride your bike.
This place is the perfect location right next to the beach north of Chrystal pier in Pacific Beach. There is limited parking, but we got there about 3:30 PM in the afternoon and had no problem. Places to eat and the beach are very walkable so we didn’t have to get back in our car until we checked out. It has a little kitchenette that we will take advantage of next time and probably stay longer. Check-in is at a different property about a block up. It was very clean and nice and we would definitely come back again. We also had a good price since it was February. I think next time we will also bring our bicycles because it’s a great place to ride your bike.
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Philemon
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is along the beach. Easy access. No waterfront view from the room. With the exception of a couple of units. Nonetheless location is perfect. Limited parking for this location. There are other properties blocks away. But that creates a problem in itself if you need to go back and forth to the car for various things. The property is pet friendly. So be prepared to listen to pets walking and playing around if you are on the bottom floor. And they are above you. Can keep you up. Located close and walking distance to anything you would need. Beach, dining, stores, barbershop etc. Would definitely stay again. But would request top floor next time.
The property is along the beach. Easy access. No waterfront view from the room. With the exception of a couple of units. Nonetheless location is perfect. Limited parking for this location. There are other properties blocks away. But that creates a problem in itself if you need to go back and forth to the car for various things. The property is pet friendly. So be prepared to listen to pets walking and playing around if you are on the bottom floor. And they are above you. Can keep you up. Located close and walking distance to anything you would need. Beach, dining, stores, barbershop etc. Would definitely stay again. But would request top floor next time.
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Angela
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Location to the beach was amazing! Parking is rough and we had to check in at a partnering hotel up the block. That would’ve been good to know ahead of time. But our room was great!
Location to the beach was amazing! Parking is rough and we had to check in at a partnering hotel up the block. That would’ve been good to know ahead of time. But our room was great!
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Charles
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My wife and I had a wonderful 3-night stay here. It was the perfect place to unwind and chill. Everything a beach lover needs is within walking distance. Restaurants, bars, grocery stores, bike/surf rentals, and dispensaries are within walking distance. We didn't move the car the whole time we were there. If you are looking for a nice, comfortable, and clean place to spend a nice weekend with your significant other, you found it. We will be going back next year. It was the perfect spot for us.
My wife and I had a wonderful 3-night stay here. It was the perfect place to unwind and chill. Everything a beach lover needs is within walking distance. Restaurants, bars, grocery stores, bike/surf rentals, and dispensaries are within walking distance. We didn't move the car the whole time we were there. If you are looking for a nice, comfortable, and clean place to spend a nice weekend with your significant other, you found it. We will be going back next year. It was the perfect spot for us.
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Jon
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Have stayed here quite a few times and the staff is always great! Location is perfect, close enough to walk everywhere, and out of the heavy noise area.
Have stayed here quite a few times and the staff is always great! Location is perfect, close enough to walk everywhere, and out of the heavy noise area.
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Kellie
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy beach access! Close to coffee shops, beach shops, and restaurants.
Easy beach access! Close to coffee shops, beach shops, and restaurants.
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Cirita
Jul 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Awesome location right across the parking lot to Pacific Beach! Restaurants & shopping steps away. Room was basic, no frills...it's really all about the location at this one. It was very inconvenient to have to walk a block over to their sister property for checking into this property though, wish they would have had staff on site. When you have kids in tow, that's the last thing you want to do. Overall, would probably stay here again just for the location, and the staff were all very friendly.
Awesome location right across the parking lot to Pacific Beach! Restaurants & shopping steps away. Room was basic, no frills...it's really all about the location at this one. It was very inconvenient to have to walk a block over to their sister property for checking into this property though, wish they would have had staff on site. When you have kids in tow, that's the last thing you want to do. Overall, would probably stay here again just for the location, and the staff were all very friendly.
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Dana
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location! We never even needed the car. Right at the beach. Small complex but recently renovated and so so clean and nice! Best kept little secret. Would definitely recommend and we will be back.
Excellent location! We never even needed the car. Right at the beach. Small complex but recently renovated and so so clean and nice! Best kept little secret. Would definitely recommend and we will be back.
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Carol
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Steps from the beach
Steps from the beach
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Steve Dean
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Ocean front!
Ocean front!
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Dining
No on-site breakfast or restaurant is provided, and a few guests were confused by third-party listings. Numerous eateries are an easy walk away.
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Kimberly
Dec 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Just steps away from beach access and beach sidewalk on one, just around the corner to several dining options (maybe 1-2 blocks to Duck Dive, Oscar's, Taco Surf, Drift Cafe) Room was clean, felt secure. Currently office is located 1 block north, but easy to park and walk 1 block to check in.
Just steps away from beach access and beach sidewalk on one, just around the corner to several dining options (maybe 1-2 blocks to Duck Dive, Oscar's, Taco Surf, Drift Cafe) Room was clean, felt secure. Currently office is located 1 block north, but easy to park and walk 1 block to check in.
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Charles
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My wife and I had a wonderful 3-night stay here. It was the perfect place to unwind and chill. Everything a beach lover needs is within walking distance. Restaurants, bars, grocery stores, bike/surf rentals, and dispensaries are within walking distance. We didn't move the car the whole time we were there. If you are looking for a nice, comfortable, and clean place to spend a nice weekend with your significant other, you found it. We will be going back next year. It was the perfect spot for us.
My wife and I had a wonderful 3-night stay here. It was the perfect place to unwind and chill. Everything a beach lover needs is within walking distance. Restaurants, bars, grocery stores, bike/surf rentals, and dispensaries are within walking distance. We didn't move the car the whole time we were there. If you are looking for a nice, comfortable, and clean place to spend a nice weekend with your significant other, you found it. We will be going back next year. It was the perfect spot for us.
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Kellie
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy beach access! Close to coffee shops, beach shops, and restaurants.
Easy beach access! Close to coffee shops, beach shops, and restaurants.
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Lisa
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
How close to everything from the ocean to the dining!!! It was perfect!!
How close to everything from the ocean to the dining!!! It was perfect!!
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Cirita
Jul 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Awesome location right across the parking lot to Pacific Beach! Restaurants & shopping steps away. Room was basic, no frills...it's really all about the location at this one. It was very inconvenient to have to walk a block over to their sister property for checking into this property though, wish they would have had staff on site. When you have kids in tow, that's the last thing you want to do. Overall, would probably stay here again just for the location, and the staff were all very friendly.
Awesome location right across the parking lot to Pacific Beach! Restaurants & shopping steps away. Room was basic, no frills...it's really all about the location at this one. It was very inconvenient to have to walk a block over to their sister property for checking into this property though, wish they would have had staff on site. When you have kids in tow, that's the last thing you want to do. Overall, would probably stay here again just for the location, and the staff were all very friendly.
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kevin
Jun 27, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Property was very clean along with the room. Restaurants, grocery store, beach rentals like chairs umbrellas surf boards and boogie boards. We got in super early. They didnt have a room available but did let us put our bags behind the counter with them. Then they did have a room a couple hours earlier then check in time. Beach is right outside the door. We did have to check in at their other office that is around the corner but not a big deal. Great place and would stay there again.
Property was very clean along with the room. Restaurants, grocery store, beach rentals like chairs umbrellas surf boards and boogie boards. We got in super early. They didnt have a room available but did let us put our bags behind the counter with them. Then they did have a room a couple hours earlier then check in time. Beach is right outside the door. We did have to check in at their other office that is around the corner but not a big deal. Great place and would stay there again.
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James
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bed and room were clean but could have used extra pillows. The windows were almost impossible to close once opened. The beach was right out the door and so were some nice restaurants which was awesome.
Bed and room were clean but could have used extra pillows. The windows were almost impossible to close once opened. The beach was right out the door and so were some nice restaurants which was awesome.
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Valerie
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved that the property was minutes away from restaurants, shopping and ocean views. Definitely would stay again.
Loved that the property was minutes away from restaurants, shopping and ocean views. Definitely would stay again.
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Jadeon
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
BUDGET-FRIENDLY. If you are looking to stay next to the beach on a budget, this is the go-to hotel. There comes some cons with that. The hotel is going under some construction with their front office, so check-in is about a 5 minute walk to their sister location, PB Surf. THIS ALSO MEANS NO COMPLEMENTARY BFAST. Not a killer, but just want you to know. Parking is complementary for your stay, but we were lucky as we stayed during the weekdays and we were always able to find at least one spot on the Diamondhead property. They allow parking at the sister location if the parking is full though. No ice machine. The fridge in the queen bed room had a mini fridge but no freezer. Idk about the other room selections though. If you’re a bottom room, you should be able to hear upstairs pretty well at night. Rooms have been updated with furniture, but I don’t think the carpet was. Those are the cons. The pros definitely outweigh them if you are looking to stay near the beach at an affordable price with walkable tasty restaurants on one side and the beach life on the other. Had a great time on my vacation doing tours and sightseeing and this hotel does the job.
BUDGET-FRIENDLY. If you are looking to stay next to the beach on a budget, this is the go-to hotel. There comes some cons with that. The hotel is going under some construction with their front office, so check-in is about a 5 minute walk to their sister location, PB Surf. THIS ALSO MEANS NO COMPLEMENTARY BFAST. Not a killer, but just want you to know. Parking is complementary for your stay, but we were lucky as we stayed during the weekdays and we were always able to find at least one spot on the Diamondhead property. They allow parking at the sister location if the parking is full though. No ice machine. The fridge in the queen bed room had a mini fridge but no freezer. Idk about the other room selections though. If you’re a bottom room, you should be able to hear upstairs pretty well at night. Rooms have been updated with furniture, but I don’t think the carpet was. Those are the cons. The pros definitely outweigh them if you are looking to stay near the beach at an affordable price with walkable tasty restaurants on one side and the beach life on the other. Had a great time on my vacation doing tours and sightseeing and this hotel does the job.
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Collin
Dec 29, 2023
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We liked the property because it was close to the beach. The room was refreshing. We did not like the fact that after viewing the continental breakfast on Expedia it did not exist. The only compensation was to come up and grab a piece of fruit at the office two blocks away. The front end staff wanted me to take a picture of the Expedia photo of the wonderful looking breakfast to report it. I find that very odd as they could go into the Expedia app and see for themselves and make the changes. The overcharged me and the dispute to under review right now. And finally, the bathroom faucet was faulty, a repairman was sent to fix it, and it broke again shortly there after.
We liked the property because it was close to the beach. The room was refreshing. We did not like the fact that after viewing the continental breakfast on Expedia it did not exist. The only compensation was to come up and grab a piece of fruit at the office two blocks away. The front end staff wanted me to take a picture of the Expedia photo of the wonderful looking breakfast to report it. I find that very odd as they could go into the Expedia app and see for themselves and make the changes. The overcharged me and the dispute to under review right now. And finally, the bathroom faucet was faulty, a repairman was sent to fix it, and it broke again shortly there after.
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Matthew
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Good quiet stay . Tv had
Good quiet stay . Tv had
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Alberto
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing everything we got more than we thought. Nice about being able to use the amenities (pool) in the other hotel so it was like a 2 for 1
Amazing everything we got more than we thought. Nice about being able to use the amenities (pool) in the other hotel so it was like a 2 for 1
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Perirose
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
This inn surprise me! It’s very clean, just perfect for a weekend getaway by the beach. There’s just no front desk on the actual hotel., you still need to walk a block to ask anything because their phone doesn’t work and goes through Voicemail, which doesn’t receive messages. But overall, it is a perfect spot to stay.
This inn surprise me! It’s very clean, just perfect for a weekend getaway by the beach. There’s just no front desk on the actual hotel., you still need to walk a block to ask anything because their phone doesn’t work and goes through Voicemail, which doesn’t receive messages. But overall, it is a perfect spot to stay.
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Kaitlyn
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
Friendly staff, clean rooms, great location for the price.
Friendly staff, clean rooms, great location for the price.
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Ricardo
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
So glad we found this place and definitely will stay again in the future whenever we can. Super convenient location to stay, with 1 minute walk access to the beach, 4 mins to many delicious food serving restaurants. Room is very clean and spacious with nice amenities if you get the mini kitchen where you get a mini fridge, microwave, stove and dining table & chairs. The only downside is the noisy AC that works nonstop if weather temperature is still in the 90s for late September (in San Diego!). For the parking slot at the hotel you need to be lucky to get one open slot, since it is a public parking area and the designated hotel ones are just 6 including the handicapped one. Read all hotel messages when booking, because I’ve read many customers reviews complaining when they arrived to the hotel that they didn’t find a Lobby or reception area until they called the contact phone number and found out they needed to check in at a near by location. Hope we get the same attention and service the next time.
So glad we found this place and definitely will stay again in the future whenever we can. Super convenient location to stay, with 1 minute walk access to the beach, 4 mins to many delicious food serving restaurants. Room is very clean and spacious with nice amenities if you get the mini kitchen where you get a mini fridge, microwave, stove and dining table & chairs. The only downside is the noisy AC that works nonstop if weather temperature is still in the 90s for late September (in San Diego!). For the parking slot at the hotel you need to be lucky to get one open slot, since it is a public parking area and the designated hotel ones are just 6 including the handicapped one. Read all hotel messages when booking, because I’ve read many customers reviews complaining when they arrived to the hotel that they didn’t find a Lobby or reception area until they called the contact phone number and found out they needed to check in at a near by location. Hope we get the same attention and service the next time.
FAQs about Diamond Head Inn
Is parking available at the hotel?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 45 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located in Pacific Beach, San Diego, within a 5-minute drive of Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk, and is 0.9 mi from Mission Beach.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, though the minimum age is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Cribs are available for a fee of USD 10.0 per stay, and rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day. Advance request is required for both.
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An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [PB Surf located at 4760 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109]. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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