San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego, California

Virgin rating

Aqua Restaurant
Room Terrace
Restaurant
Bar
Standard Room
Garden View Room
Mantra 'The Art of Spa'
The Marketplace
Aqua Restaurant
Room Terrace
Restaurant
Bar
Standard Room
Garden View Room
Mantra 'The Art of Spa'
The Marketplace

The hotel

You’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do at San Diego Mission Bay Resort. Spread over 18 waterfront acres, you can enjoy spa treatments, play tennis or go sailing, take dips in the pool and strolls along the sandy beachfront. Choose to eat on the waterfront looking out across Mission Bay, enjoy drinks around an outdoor fire pit or hide away with a fresh pastry and a Zoka coffee in the café. Kids will love it at this retreat too — there’s a seasonal Kids Kamp, beach games and bike rentals, as well as dive-in films by the pool and s'mores by the bayside fire pits.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Tennis
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Set overlooking Mission Bay on 18 acres of lush landscaping. It's an easy drive to the world famous Gaslamp District.

Hotel information

357 rooms between 2-8 floors in 7 buildings with 2 lifts. All rooms with balcony/terrace, air-conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, tea/coffee-making facilities and mini-fridge. Standard Rooms are in the 8-storey tower and have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Garden View Rooms have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Bay View Rooms,have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

A total destination complete with a dramatic open-air lobby, resort pool with private cabanas, world-class spa, fitness center, and fine and casual dining restaurants.

Acqua California Bistro (waterfront dining, wines and craft beers, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner), The Olive Lounge (open for lunch, dinner and cocktails, with outdoor fire pit seating), Aroma café (open for breakfast and lunch), Fresco’s Bar and Grill (poolside snack bar). Freeform swimming pool. Kids' pool with water feature. Poolside cabanas*. Spa Brezza*. Steam room, whirlpool. Fitness centre. Yoga*. Tennis courts. Water sports*. Bike rentals*. Beach volleyball, basketball, giant chess, board games, table tennis. WiFi*. Self-parking $43 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $36 USD per night, plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes: - Internet access – Access to fitness centre – Activities including pool and tennis court access – Beach chairs and umbrellas - Local/toll free calls - Board games and resort games (volleyball, basketball, giant chess, giant checkers and more) - Seasonal weekly s'mores nights. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

Minimum stay dates apply.

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Pleasant resort but nothing around it.

May 12, 2024 Penny480 Horsforth, United Kingdom

It’s a pleasant resort and the suite was spacious and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful but we did not like being so far away from anything (apart from Sea world which we weren’t visiting. Apart from the pool and lake there’s nothing around and nowhere to walk to or explore. We had to drive everywhere which is a pain when we’d already… Read more
It’s a pleasant resort and the suite was spacious and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful but we did not like being so far away from anything (apart from Sea world which we weren’t visiting. Apart from the pool and lake there’s nothing around and nowhere to walk to or explore. We had to drive everywhere which is a pain when we’d already driven hundreds of miles and wanted to get out and about on foot. There’s no public transport nearby either so you’re trapped without a car. Probably fine if you just want to flop by a pool and stay in the resort itself but would definitely not recommend if you want to explore San Diego without having to do a lot of driving. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful and clean resort!

May 9, 2024 ladylala04 Denver, Colorado

Our family had a wonderful stay at this property. The staff were so accommodating and friendly, they always smiled and said hello even if they were busy. A special shout out to Katie from concierge for making our stay special and memorable!!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very nice service

May 6, 2024 Miho K

I enjoyed my stay at your hotel. The choice of food at breakfast should be better. The service was excellent and I would especially like to praise Chris from the bar and Angie from the Mercado gift shop. In any case, I look forward to coming to your hotel again.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Dreamland: San Diego Mission Bay Resort

May 2, 2024 Jeanie L San Jose, California

The resort's facilities are all available, which is surprising. I love walking on the private beach and feeling the refreshing ocean breeze. The pool and water activities made my day full of fun and excitement, especially the wakeboarding and snorkeling experiences that I will never forget.The hotel's service is also very attentive. The staff are… Read more
The resort's facilities are all available, which is surprising. I love walking on the private beach and feeling the refreshing ocean breeze. The pool and water activities made my day full of fun and excitement, especially the wakeboarding and snorkeling experiences that I will never forget.The hotel's service is also very attentive. The staff are friendly and enthusiastic and are always available to help guests. The dining options are rich and varied, whether it is local cuisine or international dishes, to meet the needs of different tastes. Especially dining in the restaurant in the resort, enjoying the delicious food while enjoying the magnificent sea view, is so pleasant! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful for your family vacation in San Diego

May 1, 2024 Getaway24059796771

The San Diego Mission Bay resort is a wonderful property for a family vacation, or for any reasons. It is a vast facility with lots of greenery, grass, lawns, and a large swimming pool with areas for children and adults. Nearby there is also a bike path with parks, and miles of bay-front to enjoy. If you are looking for a great place to stay in… Read more
The San Diego Mission Bay resort is a wonderful property for a family vacation, or for any reasons. It is a vast facility with lots of greenery, grass, lawns, and a large swimming pool with areas for children and adults. Nearby there is also a bike path with parks, and miles of bay-front to enjoy. If you are looking for a great place to stay in San Diego, that has close access to beach, zoo, Balboa, Park, and other areas this is a perfect place. The staff here is accommodating and friendly. The facility is clean and well taken care of. I highly recommend the San Diego Mission Bay resort for your next vacation. Read less