San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
South Beach Bar & Grill - 1 min walk
Hodads Restaurant - 2 min walk
Pizza Port - 4 min walk
Kilowatt Brewing - 5 min walk
Pizzeria Luigi - 2 min walk
About this property
Ocean Beach Hotel
Hotel near University of San Diego
Consider a stay at Ocean Beach Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
A vending machine, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
ATM/banking services, smoke-free property and a computer station
Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Family friendly
Free cot
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
On the beach
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 accessible parking spaces
Lever door handles
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1964
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Dryer
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Beach Ocean
Hotel Ocean
Hotel Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach Hotel
Ocean Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel San Diego
Ocean Beach San Diego
Ocean Beach Hotel Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel San Diego
Ocean Beach Hotel Hotel San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Is Ocean Beach Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Ocean Beach Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Ocean Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Ocean Beach Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Ocean Beach Hotel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ocean Beach hotel is steps from Ocean Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Mission Bay. Ocean Beach Park and Ocean Beach Pier are also within 10 minutes.
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Ocean Beach Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 705 out of 1218 reviews
10 - Excellent
705
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1218 reviews
8 - Good
285
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1218 reviews
6 - Okay
120
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1218 reviews
4 - Poor
54
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1218 reviews
2 - Terrible
54
8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
Location is great - loved the courtyard and great seating area watching the surfers!
Sara
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
Loved the hotel, the proximity to the beach, and the sweet staff there.
Mary
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
I loved to stay here 10/10 on everything
miriam
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10
Beautiful location and very convenient. I have been coming to OB hotel for 19 years, never disappoints.
Patricia
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
We use this Hotel often....Great place to stay!
jay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10
Close to the beach, bed was comfy!
Rhonda
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Ocean view and proximity of all restaurants, shops, stores, target, awesome! We stay here 2-3 times a summer!
Roseann
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10
Great staff and free parking make this hotel a winner. The location, right on the beach was just what we wanted.
Valerie
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Right next to the beach. Loud music and people making noise, but the location is excellent. Room was clean and staff was wonderful.
Catherine
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
Centrally located in the heart of everything going on in on, all the people are very nice and accomodating
Giovanni
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Typical California beach hotel, needs some updating but staff was great and room was clean and secure. If you like access to the beach and people watching this is a great choice.
Adam
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
excellent service.. very clean room..
Frances
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
Loved the staff and the view/room we got!
Caitlin
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
So close to the ocean!
Chad
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10
The property is beautiful and staff extremely friendly. There wasn’t enough room in the bathroom to put toiletries but overall it was great!
Megan
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
It was a great experience
Bianca
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
The room was super comfortable. It is so convenient due to the fact everything you need for food and entertainment to shopping is within walking distance l. Ocean also happens to be across the street
Matt
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10
Clean, safe and friendly
Kimberly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
It's close to the beach. Lots of restaurant around the area and close to everything.
Anthony
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Nice beach front view at a reasonable price.
Ernesto
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
We have stayed here a few times. Great place
Jeremy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10
Location - incredible; price - purty good!
Kathleen
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
OB Hotel is a classic. You stay for the simplicity and location. Vintage OB vibes in the heart of it all.
Ronald
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Great place !
jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
This is our second time staying here. We absolutely love the proximity to the beach and the convenience of being able to walk to restaurants, bars, shops, etc. The staff is friendly and we will definitely plan another trip in the future!