Best Luxury Hotels in Beach Cities San Diego County

"Breathtaking views, family friendly environment, great place to stay with kids, amazing food at the Oceana restaurant, lovely beach. The only downside is old bathrooms. It really needs a good renovation- a walking shower, new tiles and walls would attract more guests there specially younger generations. "

"This property was described as “exceptional” and the photos looked great. Unfortunately when we checked in we were met with the opposite experience. It’s described as a hotel and it is definitely a motel. The rooms are TINY and smelled like old dirty mop. I explained all of this to the staff and they were very sweet but there wasn’t much they could do. We were moved to an accessible room for more space but the room itself was “updated” but you can clearly tell maintenance took short cuts. No ventilation in the bathroom and hot showers made the fire alarm go off. Overall not great I wouldn’t stay again."

"Second time staying here and its a nice place. However, some maintenance is needed. Like faucets in showers just falling off when you turn them on. We were there with another family and their room had the exact same issue"

"Nice clean hotel,friendly staff !"

"It’s a motel in what felt like a safe area. The included breakfast is nothing to write home about. Staff was helpful and prompt. There are some decent restaurants and a coffee shop close by in walking distance. Parking is pretty limited so if they’re sold out then I don’t know what they would do, wasn’t a problem"

"Clean, beautiful, loved the resort and Bay Area. Will def be coming back "

"Nice rooms, great poolside bar but the pool is cold and it’s not heated. Although the weather was great, we only got in the pool once because it was too cold. "

"I stayed here for my birthday this past March. Immediately after I booked, I started getting texts saying that to make my experience better, I could pay an additional $75 for an earlier check in or late checkout. That was my first red flag. Many hotels will let you check in before 4:00 if the room is ready, which it usually is. I arrived at 2:30, and they let me know the room wasn’t ready and that I had to check in at 4:00. I assumed that was because I didn’t pay the extra $75. I came back at 3:56, and they told me again the room wasn’t ready and wouldn’t be until exactly 4:00. I returned at 4:01, and the front desk lady said, “Phew, I’m glad it’s finally ready.” She handed me the keys and a map but didn’t give me any information about the hotel, parking, elevator location, or anything else. I had to ask for additional details. Since it was my first time staying there, I was hoping for better customer service or at least a rundown of the amenities. The room was nice, so I’m giving it a 3. I couldn’t find bedding for the couch bed in the usual place, the closet, so I called the front desk to ask for it. The guy said, “I guess we can bring up an additional set.” I replied that I didn’t see any in the closet, and he responded, “It’s on the couch bed. When you open it, it’s pre made.” He came off as annoyed that I was even calling about it. Overall, the staff didn’t make me feel welcomed, but the rooms were nice. The parking isn’t horrible but not the best. "

"Staff was extra nice and helpful. Nice clean mid tier room. Parking was safe and well lit."