Name: PB Surf Beachside Inn
Address: 4760 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, San Diego County, US
Price range: US$95–US$226 per night
Rating: 7.73

What guests think

At PB Surf Beachside Inn, travelers praise the unbeatable location steps from Pacific Beach, while feedback on the aging, no-frills rooms and inconsistent upkeep is mixed, and tight parking plus limited on-site amenities shape the overall experience.

Many guests describe the staff as friendly and accommodating, though a minority report slow check-ins, curt interactions, or housekeeping not arriving as expected. Rooms are basic and dated, often small with thin walls and occasional maintenance issues, but some larger units or ocean-view spots exist. Facilities are limited—parking is tight, the pool is off-site and sometimes closed, there is no elevator, and a simple rooftop deck offers views. Best for beach-focused travelers who value location over amenities.

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Facilities

On-site amenities are basic. Parking is tight/limited; the pool is at a nearby sister property (sometimes closed), there is no elevator, and some amenities like laundry/ice are off-site; a small rooftop deck offers ocean views.

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Heather

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Read the fine print there is no pool on property. The office staff was never any help would always say they didnt know to any question I would ask. Location is nice and close to restaurants and beach, other than that would never stay here again.

8

Patricia

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pool shares with 2 other hotels and isn’t clean. Hotel room very clean.

6

Wanda

22 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

They were able to put me in another room because they had me in a third floor room and no elevator. Parking was down the street at another hotel. No ice machine unless you walked to the other hotel down the street. No one said it wasn’t working until you asked should have been disclosed when checking in. The room was in a hallway with no view except the wall or alley.

8

Richard

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was clean, strong smell of bleach-had to air out room. Room very small and dated. Looked nothing like the pictures online. Asked for ice machine and its a blick away on another property. Hotel was conveniently located to beach and restaurants, once we found a tight parking spot we didnt have to move car all weekend.

8

Madison

25 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonably priced, rooftop seating to watch the sunset over the beach, and friendly staff that gave us a free room upgrade without even saying a thing! I will be back :)

8

Delphine

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable and very close to the beach and food. Negative was parking, this was a hit or miss.

6

Mark

10 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Well it ain’t no four seasons or Hilton but for the price and just a place to sleep it’s ok. Just to let you know for the older seniors there is no elevator

8

David

13 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location, good beach access, excellent professional staff. Only downside was dressers and end tables slightly dated, and pool was closed for repairs. Excellent proximity to restaurants.

6

Pedro

14 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Could not find parking at the hotel

10

James

4 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

They need to change their pictures to say pool is at hotel up the street. They do not have a pool on site like it showed and was led to believe everything else was good. And it shows pictures like they’re on the boardwalk but they’re not.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: some guests found rooms very clean, while others reported musty odors, stained carpets, mold, bugs, or sandy floors. Housekeeping during stays can be spotty, with missing towels or no service on multi-night visits.

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Robert

26 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hi this hotels location is great. But so sad to say that the rooms were very dusty had smell of chemicals such as insects killing agents and other smells rugs were dirty. We all got sick after one night. The reat of our trip was ruined. Checkin was at 3pm i cane earlier and said room wasnt ready. Came back at 3pm and waited 20 more mins until my room got ready. No toilet paper in the washroom. I never give a bad review but sorry i had too. The best part of this hotel is the location near bars and restaurants and beach.

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jennifer

10 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Mold in bathroom. Very slow check in. (Wait outside until it's your turn and unfriendly.) Stuck us in a dark cave of a room. Really noisy - every time someone got ice around the corner we could hear it, plus cars, voices, etc. At one point someone was smoking weed and the smell was strong in our room, so the ventilation sucked, too. The only good thing about our stay was the proximity to the beach.

10

Sabrina

19 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, very clean- building a little old but overall great

8

David

15 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is an older hotel, that could be updated, but it is close to the beach, staff is awesome and rooms are clean. It's very affordable, most close by are 2-3x more.

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Gabriella

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was so unclean, stains all over the floor. two whole lights for the entire room.

10

Emily

21 Jun 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Simple hotel, very close to the boardwalk/beach. Lots of restaurant options within walking distance. Not a ton of parking but we always found a spot! Room was clean, had a fridge, bed was comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.

6

Debra

11 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is in a perfect location just steps away from the beach and downtown area. Check in was quick however only one customer allowed in the office at a time. Our room key didn't work and when going back to the office i had to stand outside and wait as there was a customer inside. A little inconvenient. The room was clean at glance, however, there was a thick film of dust and dirt on the bathroom window sill and baseboards. There were stains on the walls. Door knob and light switch area had dirty stains as if never wiped clean. The overall cleanliness of the room was not great. You can tell rooms are not deep cleaned or scrubbed, just a quick change of sheets and towels.

6

Denise

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Carpeting in our room was old dirty and sticky exterior building is dirty and rusted

10

Kathy

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean,quiet,staff very nice

6

Joey

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was completely disgusted with my first room and they moved me to a better room but not by much. Like someone smoked an ashtray and turned on the AC full blast. Idk who these people reviewing these things but they have a low bar. Location is its best trait. I’ll never stay here again though. Dirty, dirty, dirty everywhere! Gross!

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Rooms

Rooms are dated and vary in size, with many noting small layouts, worn furnishings, thin walls, and street or neighbor noise; several cite AC, lighting, or plumbing issues. A few larger rooms or suites and occasional ocean views are available.

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Katie

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms are clean. Old pipes leaves smell in bathroom. Housekeeping really good about trying to help out the situation. Parking can be difficult. Not quiet due to traffic on street and floor above you.

8

Andrew

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location right on the block for the beach and close to dining, bars, coffee shops. Convenient parking and easy access to the roads out of PB. The room was a bit noisy and the A/C wasn’t running well but overall great place to stay.

6

Mark

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room are clean and spacious! Bathroom is clean but very small. Shower head is old not very user friendly! Surrounding area is very noisy until late night!

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Kelly

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a jenky motel that wouldn’t -or shouldn’t be more than $50 a night except it’s a block from the beach. Peeling wallpaper and mold in the bathroom, the buttons were broken off the hairdryer which would only run 40 seconds at a time before overheating. Worst- cheap pillows ever. Great location, nice front desk staff.

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Mashell

18 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I get that it is close to the beach, that’s cool, but I can’t see it from my window. However the picture of the hotel on the app is very different from the actual hotel, Very deceiving. The hotel on the outside needs refurbishing… the stairs and there was trash outside in the parking area. If I had come here in person to see it for myself, I would have never stayed here for the price. The hotel sign needs to be refurbished and painted. The room has a moldy smell to it. I am very disappointed.

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Jenny

9 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I enjoyed having the extra space in the sitting room. Location was excellent half a block from the beach and close to shopping and restaurants. The decor could use an update, upholstery on one of the chairs was torn up.

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Lawrence

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Being just three or so blocks from the beach and promenade is the greatest asset of this property. The staff happily accommodated my request for a ground floor room. Plenty of dining options in walking distance. There is very limited parking on the property. Room was very small and did not have a chair or even a small desk. That would keep me from returning.

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Morgan

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The noise was horrendous. I didn’t sleep at all due to the paper thin walls and upstairs guests pounding around all throughout the day/night. I called the front desk multiple times to report the excessive noise and it never ceased. The noise was so loud. The room was very run down. Lights not working/burned out, wallpaper ripped and torn on the wall, doorhandles falling off. I will never be staying at this hotel again.

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Margie

5 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is an older, well-used establishment whose most outstanding feature (to me) was its one block walk to spectacular Pacific Beach. My room was clean, but the bed was a bit uncomfortable and had only a thin bedspread and an even thinner blanket. I was actually cold and had to turn up the heat at night (which I never do). There was no floor mat in the bathroom so I had to use one of the two large towels for that purpose after showering. There was a rather noisy little refrigerator and a microwave in the room. The people in the office were great.

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Audrei

25 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I would start by saying, the staff were very nice and helpful and the hotel was a few blocks from the beach. There is also free parking, which was great. Now for the cons; The walls are thin and the floors are creaky , so you hear when someone is walking around and you hear conversations from other rooms. The carpet was also not the cleanest and there were some gnats in/around my bathroom, nothing too crazy but I did notice them. I would only recommend this place if you’re staying 2-3 nights, anything more than that, might frustrate you.

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with occasional upgrades. Some guests report slow or late check-ins, brusque interactions, or housekeeping requests not being fulfilled.

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Andrea

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very helpful and accomodating when I needed to extend my stay. Location is fabulous and the property is welcoming. It's not fancy, but a great choice if you want a casual spot close to the beach. I will be back.

10

Katherine

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic experience start to finish! Unbeatable location, so close to the beach. Room was great, excellent service. Would absolutely stay again.

10

Frederick

6 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pleasant staff, clean rooms, close to beach and restraunts, very reasonably priced.

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Hugh

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in was later than I was told, room had no table, or chair. People were walking past my window yelling into my room, cars along the street were extremely loud in my room, front desk receptionist was extremely rude, and cussed me out at 6am in the morning when I asked them to stop the people from screaming in the room above me.

10

Sharon

8 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff very helpful including front desk and housekeeping. Had to call after departure to check on an item I thought I had left in the room and they treated my concern with urgency and followed up in a timely fashion. Thank you.

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RICHARD

12 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

When we arrived our room wasn't ready for 3 pm check-in and we had to wait till 4:30 to be able to get inside the room. Next day nobody cleaned the room and we had to request new towels and other stuff at the front desk. Very disappointing.

10

Gary

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful front desk staff

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Rachel

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The people who work the front were as helpful and warm as day old toast. It was also lame that the didn't provide free coffee at both locations. It was served only at the other property. Our room smelled bad, and was barely cleaned. However, the location was great!

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Gerald

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

When I received confirmation of my reservations it stated there were special check in instructions. Guests required to call in 24 hours ahead. No phone number was provided . Tried 4 different phone numbers listed in various places for the property. All 4 alleged employees were of no use. Automated reservation requested confirmation number. . Several attempts to enter my number did not work. Gave up. Showed up at property without confirmation with no issues. Desk clerk had no explanation. Do you???

10

Gary

21 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk staff very helpful

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Location

Location is the standout: a short walk to Pacific Beach and within easy reach of restaurants, bars, and shops. Expect some street and area noise typical of a lively neighborhood.

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justin

27 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location. Close to everything. No need to drive

8

James

9 May 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Motel is in an ideal location to enjoy what PB has to offer, beach, bars & dining.

8

Bob

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

great location

10

Michelle

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Love staying here cause its just a short walk to Pacific Beach without having to cross a major street. Plenty of restaurants and coffee shops nearby. I will definitely be back again soon!

10

Laura

25 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The ladies at the Front desk were so nice and the room was large and clean. It’s a short walking distance to the beach!

10

stacy

12 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Property is very close to the beach and restaurants

10

Viviana

1 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Literally Less than a minute walk to the beach. Both staff members that helped us were very friendly and helpful. Would absolutely stay here again

8

David

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location to start exploring San Diego.

10

Gregory

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very simple accommodations, but great location a block from the beach.

10

Tim

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location right next to the beach away from the hustle and bustle but close to everything.

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Dining

No on-site dining or breakfast is provided, and a few guests reported misleading expectations. Most travelers rely on the many nearby restaurants and cafes.

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Bree E

8 Dec 2023

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Property was close to everything very convenient. Short walk to the beach and all beach bars

8

John

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Steakhouse was excellent

10

Daniel

18 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location close to the beach with many restaurants near by to choose from within walking distance.

8

Carol

4 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location cannot be beat. Half block to Pacific Beach and restaurants bars and coffee shops. No daily maid service and no food service at hotel site, hotel is a little tired. Great price for a clean hotel with friendly staff. There is some street noise but you need to expect that when you're in a busy part of town.

8

James

9 May 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Motel is in an ideal location to enjoy what PB has to offer, beach, bars & dining.

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Michelle

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Love staying here cause its just a short walk to Pacific Beach without having to cross a major street. Plenty of restaurants and coffee shops nearby. I will definitely be back again soon!

8

Robert

9 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was good and actually had a view of the ocean. The only downside is that the website said they have free breakfast and they do not. We went down the street to the Drift Cafe which was great.

10

stacy

12 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Property is very close to the beach and restaurants

10

dan

6 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Close to the beach and dining options.

4

CYNTHIA

16 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,372 nights

No hot water in the bathroom sink. No pool. No coffee. No breakfast. The staff was not helpful.

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Month	Average price
January	US$109
February	US$138
March	US$175
April	US$184
May	US$172
June	US$210
July	US$247
August	US$192
September	US$167
October	US$142
November	US$125
December	US$103

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $138	2 $118	3 $116	4 $135	5 $135	6 $203	7 $221
8 $136	9 $116	10 $116	11 $116	12 $139	13 $185	14 $226
15 $135	16 $110	17 $104	18 $107	19 $108	20 $151	21 $158
22 $116	23 $111	24 $114	25 $141	26 $206	27 $219	28 $178
29 $126	30 $104

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $108	2 $100	3 $107	4 $136	5 $140
6 $106	7 $102	8 $95	9 $99	10 $103	11 $130	12 $133
13 $100	14 $97	15 $95	16 $97	17 $95	18 $124	19 $130
20 $113	21 $112	22 $113	23 $134	24 $139	25 $154	26 $153
27 $130	28 $130	29 $135	30 $159	31 $172

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