Vacation rentals near Mission Beach, San Diego

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Guesthouse in Pacific Beach

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 342 reviews

Diamond Villa in the Heart of Pacific Beach

3 blocks to the beach & 2 blocks off main st, newly constructed detached living space w/private entrance & shared yard: spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath, lg living rm w/an accordion glass door to patio/deck, 2 flat screen TVs w/cable & wifi , leather sofas, gas fireplace, kitchenette, gas grill, propane heater on deck, top level has wet bar, chairs & gas fit pit, bay & ocean peek views from top level, private entrance, outdoor warm shower for after beach rinse, Jacuzzi & wood fire pit in shared yard

Aug 31 – Sep 7

$121 per night
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Cottage in San Diego

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

Azul -Colorful, Cali-Home Steps to Mission Beach

The perfect beach rental! Steps from Mission Beach and Mission Bay are two Craftsman beach cottages with individual outdoor patios along with a shared courtyard on one property offering respite from the world outside. FULLY FURNISHED & cozy both cottages can be rented together to accommodate your upcoming beach adventures (to book them both, see https://www.airbnb.com/h/aquamissionbeach The shared courtyard has a BBQ, a table and chairs for outdoor dining along with additional outdoor seating

Sep 9 – 16

$219 per night
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Guesthouse in Ocean Beach

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 354 reviews

Cozy Ocean Beach Casita

This cozy, clean casita is just 4 blocks to the beach, pier, great surfing, restaurants, bars, shopping, and Sunset Cliffs. You’ll love it for its walkability to everything you need. The casita is only 120 square feet, a very small space (small studio with everything in one room including the bathroom), for single occupancy only, but with everything you need to enjoy a San Diego getaway. It is great for solo travelers who want to be near the heart of Ocean Beach, San Diego, California.

Aug 11 – 18

$94 per night

Popular amenities for Mission Beach, San Diego vacation rentals

Stay near Mission Beach, San Diego's top sights

Mission Beach554 locals recommend
Mission Beach Boardwalk | Ocean Front Walk78 locals recommend
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa92 locals recommend
South Mission Beach18 locals recommend
Bahia Resort Hotel18 locals recommend
Bonita Cove7 locals recommend

Mission Beach, San Diego vacation rentals near the beach

Guest favorite

Cottage in Mission Beach

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 441 reviews

50 Steps to the Bay & 100 steps to the Ocean!

Jun 12 – 19

$243 per night
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Home in Mission Beach

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Chic 1-Bedroom | Ocean Views | Steps to the Beach

Jan 3 – 10

$199 per night
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Guesthouse in Pacific Beach

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 311 reviews

Pacific Beach Guest House With Garage and A/C

Dec 14 – 21

$124 per night
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Apartment in Mission Beach

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Rustic Oceanfront Beach Pad

Apr 2 – 9

$181 per night
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Cottage in Ocean Beach

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 456 reviews

Private Ocean Beach Cottage and Courtyard

Sep 12 – 19

$135 per night
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Cottage in North Ocean Beach

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviews

Fabulous Cottage at the Beach

Jan 13 – 20

$170 per night
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Condo in San Diego

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 393 reviews

#4 Dreamy Supreme Ocean Condo

May 14 – 21

$144 per night
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Apartment in Mission Beach

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Mission Beach - Great Location and Price🏄🏼‍♂️

Apr 30 – May 7

$160 per night
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Condo in Pacific Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Luxury Oceanfront Condo with Unbelievable Views

Jun 28 – Jul 5

$848 per night
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Apartment in Mission Beach

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Everything you need steps to bay patio bikes pking

$165 per night
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Condo in Mission Beach

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Beach & Bay Getaway! 2BR / 2BA Exclusive Patio

Jan 4 – 11

$250 per night
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Home in Mission Beach

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Ocean Front Home Sleeps 10+ Dream Beach Vacation

Mar 10 – 17

$650 per night

Other great vacation rentals in Mission Beach, San Diego

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Guest suite in San Diego

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews

Palms Studio {PB} Walk to beach & bay

Apr 24 – May 1

$111 per night
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Guesthouse in Mission Beach

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 631 reviews

South Mission Beach Zen-Like Studio

Jan 11 – 18

$197 per night
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Condo in Mission Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

Steps to Beach! Secure Parking, Centrally located.

Apr 22 – 29

$219 per night
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Guesthouse in Point Loma Peninsula

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Private Studio Cottage with Outdoor Patio

Nov 29 – Dec 6

$150 per night
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Apartment in Mission Beach

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Recently remodeled studio - steps to the beach/bay

Jun 9 – 16

$140 per night
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Apartment in Mission Beach

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews

🏖️Steps to Mission Beach and Bay. Free Parking+AC

Apr 21 – 28

$163 per night
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Guest suite in San Diego

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 553 reviews

Private Hideaway, Shelter Island, Beach & Bay

Sep 25 – Oct 2

$96 per night
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Condo in San Diego

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Pacific Ocean Breeze Court II

$151 per night
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Home in Mission Beach

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Mission Beach Oceanfront

Sep 13 – 20

$689 per night
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Home in Mission Beach

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

Luxury Oceanfront Unit: Hot Tub, Fire Pit

$760 per night
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Home in Mission Beach

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

Icon of Mission Beach | Luxe Oceanfront w/ HotTub

Dec 14 – 21

$717 per night
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Guesthouse in San Diego

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews

Beachy Studio w/ Ocean View

Aug 26 – 31

$121 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Mission Beach, San Diego

Total rentals

1.6K properties

Rentals with a pool

50 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

430 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

1.2K properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

92K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$40 before taxes and fees

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.


Top things to do in Mission Beach, San Diego

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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