Places to Stay in Ocean Beach

What makes this beach town different than the others in San Diego is that they are very limited on the number of hotels in Ocean Beach. There are only 2 hotels in OB. This makes it somewhat uninviting for visitors from a different city to come visit here but somehow they make their way here anyway, wherever they are staying at in San Diego. OB residents are very friendly, however, the town makes an effort to keep the town as down to earth and authentic as possible with few foreigners and many real local beach town dwellers.

Elsbree Beach Bed and Breakfast (beach bed & breakast)


Elsbree Beach Bed and Breakfast is less than 20 yards from Sunset Cliffs where you can watch the sunset. With very little options for hotels, this bed and breakfast is a great alternative choice. For many decades, this bed & breakfast has provided a stay for thousands of tourists. Your stay includes breakfast for every night you stay! It is only 3 blocks from Newport Ave. where the restaurants, bars, antique shops and local clothing stores fill the streets with visitors. Call Elsbree Beach & Breakfast at 619-226-4133 to see if they are available for the dates you're coming to visit!

Ocean Beach Hotel

This is the biggest hotel in the area but it's relatively small compared to many hotels you might be used to. However, it may be your best option because it is beachfront and on Newport Ave. where it's full of things to see and do. You'll be across from the well know South Coast Bar & Grill and walking distances to the shops and restaurants. All of the rooms on the ground floor are pet-friendly without an additional fee. See more information on Ocean Beach Hotel.

Ocean Beach International Hostel


San Diego's Ocean Beach Hostel is centrally located in Sunny San Diego (Ocean Beach) of California. The hostel welcomes students and travelers from all over the world. Located on the main street of Newport Ave., this place is conveniently located near bars and top restaurants. It is only a few blocks from the beach. See more details on the Ocean Beach International Hostel.

Inn at Sunset Cliffs
Inn at Sunset Cliffs property photo
Steps from Ocean Beach is the Inn at Sunset Cliffs. This is beach front and it is a nice secluded area to stay. Enjoy views of Sunset Cliffs, take a dip in the pool and enjoy the sunset in peace. See pictures of Inn at Sunset Cliffs. Suites are available and there are also pet-friendly rooms. Check rates for Inn at Sunset Cliffs.


(Say hello to many crabs along Sunset Cliffs in Ocean Beach like this one hiding from me below)



Because of it's non-touristy focus and a big effort of keeping OB as the real small town vibe it always has been, this makes OB a very great place to visit for a day. You get the real deal from this local beach town.



Nearby Neighborhood Hotels
Pacific Beach
Pacific beach is a very touristy town in San Diego and is only 10 miles from Ocean Beach. If you want to find a bigger selection of hotels, you can book a stay in Pacific Beach (PB) and then drive to Ocean Beach to hang out. Click here to find a list of hotels in Pacific Beach.

Ocean Beach Dog Park

Located between West Point Loma Blvd and Sunset Cliffs Blvd., you can take your dogs, large or small, to the biggest dog park in San Diego located in Ocean Beach. There are plenty of bags, donated chairs and a water fountain to make your pet and the owners comfortable. We take our Australian Shepherd here very often.


Original Dog Beach is in Ocean Beach (true beach town)

This is the very first leash-free dog beach in the nation! This is where pet-owners and can enjoy the water with their dogs and dogs can be real beach dogs! At the end of I-8 West, turn right on West Point Loma Blvd. and then go all the way right to hit the beach parking lot.