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Oceanfront Getaway 2/2 + Hot Tub
The only thing better than the location was the overall experience with the host! Our car battery died as we were leaving and Erin was quick to give us a jump start. Lifesaver! This place is definitely on our list to come back to!

Casita - Beachside Mission - Designated parking
Had the opportunity to meet Austin in town- was extremely friendly, caring, and clearly has a passion for hosting. This air bnb experience was top notch & definitely the best one we have had. With personalized touches everywhere & attention to detail, we felt right at home. Our first experience in San Diego was amazing and we can’t wait to return! Would definitely rent from Chad and Austin again!

Mission Beach Family Paradise. Beach & Bay fun
We loved the place and the owners. They definitely go out of their way to make you feel welcome and comfortable! 100% would stay here again

Right Between Bay & Beach Firepit, Patio, Parking
It was a wonderful stay. We were there for a week and it was perfect for 2 people. Amazing location, between the beach and the bay, as well as close to restaurants and bars. Neighbours were friendly and the whole experience was fantastic!

New! Bayside Retreat in Mission Bay
We really enjoyed our stay! The location is beautiful and the rooftop deck felt like a bonus spot to relax.

Beachside Cottage just steps to ocean Blue
Beautiful area. The beach supplies were really helpful since we flew in to San Diego and couldn't bring our own.

B5393 South Beach 4
Great place - location of beach and park next door was perfect. Very responsive communication and friendly maintenance team to address normal “stuff”. Well stocked basic items and nice, modern working appliances. Kitchen well stocked too. Unique wide opening windows feel like the outside is inside. Lots of places to play or relax, which does invite late night activities near the home. All good except when sleeping. Once windows closed it’s quiet. Weekdays were very slow and quiet. Weekend had activity past 1am. Felt safe the whole time. Overall we would come back.

Modern Beach Suite w/ Private Patio + Hot Tub
Great spot in SD. Most things are within 20 minutes to drive. Very short walk to beach. Parking is tricky depending on the time of day or if it’s the weekend but overall stay was good.
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Ocean Views! Beachside 3 BD/2BA Mission Beach Home
We loved staying here. It was perfect for our family right on the beach and boardwalk. Very beautiful! I would recommend this place for anyone who loves the beach. Hosts were great and responsive!

2bed 2bath Steps to the Sand in Mission Beach and
This is such a fantastic location! You can see the bay from the patio & so close to the beach!! We walked or Ubered everywhere… which was cheap 🙂 Lots of natural light with all the windows & the temp inside was perfect with the fans provided. Love the live plants inside too 🪴 .. so homey, comfy & clean. We had such a great time 🌊☀️🏖️

Mission Beach Dream Condo Only steps to the sand!
Nice clean condo is the best location! Roomy comfortable living space with a fantastic outdoor space. Would definitely recommend.

North Mission Beach w/AC, Parking, Ocean View Deck
This Airbnb has everything that you could possibly need and while it is a studio, it's actually roomy. There's a large, very comfortable king-size bed, but it doesn't feel like it takes up a lot of space. The couch is a pull-out bed as well, and it’s long enough to for somebody that's 5'6” or smaller to be able to sleep on it. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need including ice cube trays and a light underneath the microwave. So, it feels homey. There's a bar that has five chairs facing the strandway where you can see the glimpses of the ocean. There are plenty of plugs for gadgets. There's a closet that has all kinds of linens. Anything you could possibly need from extra blankets to extra pillows, extra towels. In the kids' room, there are bunk beds that are large enough for an adult to sleep on the bottom (5’6” or shorter). The bathroom is has nice lighting and a window that opens up the street. The patio outside has plenty of space for two to three people to sit.

Beach N’ Bay! Welcome to San Diego!
My family of 5 stayed at Angie's place over Spring Break. Her place is located right on Mission beach between the Pacific ocean and Mission Bay. It was a quick walk to the ocean or bay depending on what weather and water we wanted! Ocean side had waves and wind while the bay was less windy and calm water to paddle board. Besides location the best thing about Angie's was all the beach supplies and toys! Bikes, paddle boards, chairs, cooler, wagon and more!! It all made our time in SD more enjoyable. We did rent a larger vehicle which was tricky to get in garage but backing in did work. Highly recommend!

La Jolla Oasis: Ocean, City and Fire Works Views
Atoosa was super responsive prior to check in and throughout trip. The neighborhood is beautiful and nice to walk around (if you do not mind the hills!). We appreciated the porch with an awesome view and was very peaceful. The kitchen was the best stocked and kept up kitchen that we have encountered since the early days of Airbnb. Very clean, modern but cozy. Had a great stay and would recommend. Especially if you like to have some privacy and peace instead of being in town.

Stunning Beach House! 2 Tubs & Outdoor Shower New!
Extremely clean. Great kitchen. Comfortable bed and couch. Nice outdoor area but not private with clear view from next door neighbors over fence. Very walkable to grocery, restaurants, & beach. Bring a small collapsible cooler. A little noisy. Private parking was nice but very tight. Overall very nice - 5/5.

Pet friendly with AC, parking & steps to beach
Such a great location. And very lovely cottage. Perfect for two adults, two kids and our dog. Cheryl was responsive and friendly. Can’t wait to stay there again!
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Bright & Modern OB Getaway
Lindsey was an amazing host and the place was just as amazing! very nice and cozy inside and it was in a perfect location about 15 minutes from downtown. every place we had planned for the trip was very close and the beach less than 4 minutes away was a nice plus! it was very clean we spilled water on the floor and when we wiped it up the paper towel came up still white! i would definitely stay here again :)

Luxury Two-Level Condo | Panoramic Ocean Views
Great place to stay. A few highlights: - Parking spot can fit a Grand Cherokee (but no more than this), which is rare in this area - 2 out of the 4 mornings we saw dolphins fishing right in front the house!! - Great location with a good view (as advertised) and plenty of food and convenient stores nearby - Host provided good coffee If you need early check-in/outs make sure to communicate to them days ahead. Mattress is a bit too soft. All things considered, we had a great time at this place, would recommend it to anyone interested

Mission Beach Favorite - Steps To Beach and Bay
This place is awesome and as described. Super walkable to the water and numerous restaurants. It's still pretty quiet inside though. Instructions were clear so they were easy to follow. Carl was also quick to respond when I had a question. Overall had a great time and will definitely be coming back to this gem of a place! ☺️

Mission Beach & Bay Private Studio; Steps to Sand
We had a fantastic stay at Travis’s place in Pacific Beach! The location couldn’t have been better—just a short walk to the beach, restaurants, and everything you’d want for a laid-back San Diego getaway. The space was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. It had a relaxed, beachy vibe that made us feel right at home. Travis was a great host—very responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with. He made sure we had everything we needed for a smooth and enjoyable stay. We’d absolutely stay here again next time we’re in San Diego. Highly recommend!

Beach Cabin, Steps to Beach/Bay
It was a beautiful spot! In between the bay and the beach! Very close walking distance to both! A lot to do all in walking distance. I will definitely be back if it’s available. Thank you Nick for a wonderful weekend 😊

Ocean Front Beach Condo
We loved this place. even though it was cloudy and windy, the porch was our favorite place to be! We watched Sea Lions, seagulls, pelicans and surfers during our morning coffee and dusk wine sunsets. Location was also great, within 15 to 20 minutes we were able to explore so much during the 3 days we were there. If you can only do a couple of things I suggest spending a couple of hours at the Cabrillo National Monument $20 valid for 7 days, you can hike, visit the monument, light house, tide pools, visitor center, The view is spectacular! Then head to Old Town and ride the 2 hours trolley - hop on and hop off or enjoy the full ride. Mexican food galore or stop by Little Italy for some yummy pizza! It was our first time in San Diego, but we will be back for sure, and hopefully Rick's place will be available! also a bonus, you get to use the garage!

La Jolla Oceanfront Serenity Suite
It truly was a tranquil location that was great for a short staycation. The views and the sound of the ocean created a mini oasis, and it had great coffee and food a short walking distance away.

Breezy Bayside Cottage
Great spot in good location.
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Your guide to Mission Beach, San Diego
All About Mission Beach
The Mission Beach neighborhood of San Diego, spanning just two miles of oceanfront, is a laid-back waterfront playground whose very history is grounded in fun. In 1925, an entrepreneur — credited with building San Diego into the bustling beach city it is today — decided an amusement park was just the thing to lure people to the Mission Bay area. Belmont Park featured thrill rides alongside a 60-foot saltwater swimming pool where famous celebrities swam. The park has changed significantly since then, but still draws crowds today. But wait, there’s more: The neighborhood is also home to a popular beach and Mission Bay Aquatic Center, the largest manmade aquatic park in the nation. The fun continues into the night, as revelers flock to local bars to partake in the neighborhood’s thriving nightlife.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Mission Beach, San Diego
In general, you can expect warm, sunny weather in the 60s and 70 degrees Fahrenheit nearly year round. However, from May to August it’s not unusual to experience marine layer — gray clouds, especially in the morning, which locals call June Gloom. From September through February you may experience Santa Anas, warm winds that can gust up to 100 miles per hour. Pack a sweater or light jacket to guard against winds or cooler evenings.
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Belmont Park
Belmont Park has been modernized over the years, but rightly retains the vintage charms of a classic oceanfront theme park. Its crowning glory is a wooden roller coaster 75 feet tall at its highest peak that rockets screaming patrons at 48 miles per hour. Built in 1925, the coaster underwent an extensive upgrade in the 1990s and has since landed a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. The park also boasts modern thrill rides, as well as a carousel, bumper cars, an arcade, and midway games.
Mission Beach
Flanked by a two-mile boardwalk populated by joggers, inline skaters, and cyclists, and set against the backdrop of Belmont Park, vibrant Mission Beach attracts surfers and loungers in equal share. Nearby South Mission Beach offers volleyball courts as well as courts for a quirky sport that is sort of like softball on the beach, played with teams of three, and Mission Bay hosts a world championship every year.
Mission Bay Aquatic Park
Carved out of wetlands and marsh, the 4,235-acre manmade Mission Bay Aquatic Park accommodates just about every water activity there is. Surfing, paddleboarding, waterskiing, kayaking, windsurfing, sailing, and wakeboarding are all offered here, with equipment available to rent. Let your dog run free at an off-leash dog park on sand dune-covered Fiesta Island, where you can also find bonfire pits and picnic tables. If you’re not feeling sporty, tap into your inner mermaid and take a lazy dip in one of the designated swimming areas with alluring names like Enchanted Cove and Leisure Lagoon.
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