Bahia Resort Hotel

San Diego, California

Virgin rating

Dockside 1953
Garden View Studio 2 Queen
Airstream Grab n Go
Complimentary Bahia Belle Cruise
Bay View King Studio
Bay View Studio
Dockside 1953
Garden View Studio 2 Queen
Airstream Grab n Go
Complimentary Bahia Belle Cruise
Bay View King Studio
Bay View Studio

The hotel

There's a real resort feel to this Mission Bay hotel. On a 14-acre peninsula, the views are quite something, and you’re just steps from the the calm bay waters. Head to the white sandy beach and grab yourself a beach cabana or take a stroll through the lush tropical gardens. The pool is a great spot too and the huge hot tub is just the ticket on a cooler evening. Don't miss an evening cruise around the bay on the Bahia Belle paddle steamer — there’s drinks, live entertainment and views galore.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Sailing
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Games Room

Where is it

At Mission Bay, a 4,000-acre resort area north of downtown San Diego, with beaches, water sports and boat cruises.

Hotel information

Studios all have air-conditioning, balcony or terrace, 65" flat-screen TV, complimentary WiFi, coffee maker, mini-fridge, iHome Bluetooth speaker with smart USB charging station, safe, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer. Garden/Bay View Studios feature a kitchenette with microwave, compact fridge/freezer, toaster and sink, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, plus a sleeper sofa, sleeping maximum 5 people. 

Dockside 1953 (fresh California fare, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with outdoor patio and ocean views). Airstream Cafe Grab 'n' Go (serving breakfast, snacks to go, hot and cold drinks, and light meal offerings). Pool Bar and Grill (open Saturday's and Sundays, serving a range of drinks, salads and grilled classics).

Live music on select evenings. 

Outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool. Beach cabanas. Fitness centre. Tennis. Shuffleboard. Children's playground. Bayside beach bonfires*. Bahia Belle cruises. Foosball table. Billiards. Range of water sports* including kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, power boats and surfing. Bicycle rental*. Fitness classes*. Sightseeing cruises*. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Complimentary parking. Gift shop. 

There is a resort fee of $39 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

Resort fee includes:- Complimentary WiFi access in guest rooms - Rescue seal exhibit - Access to tennis courts with racquet and ball rental - Use of shuffleboard courts - Use of cabanas on secluded beach - Resort pool towels - Two in-room bottles of water per day - Complimentary local and domestic long distance phone calls. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. 

Wheelchair adapted rooms with partially accessible amenities or facilities 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

*Denotes local charge. 

Please note: the Bahia Belle boat cruise only operates on selected days and dates. Please refer to the hotels website for schedules. 

Please note: must be 18 years of age to check-in

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Active and Relaxing

Jul 22, 2024 Dan S Leawood, Kansas

We wanted to take our adult children and their families to San Diego to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and chose the Bahia Resort hotel. We were very happy with the choice. The location is outstanding. The resort has lots of facilities, especially the private beach, that were huge hits with our grandchildren. Everyone was happy with our… Read more
We wanted to take our adult children and their families to San Diego to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and chose the Bahia Resort hotel. We were very happy with the choice. The location is outstanding. The resort has lots of facilities, especially the private beach, that were huge hits with our grandchildren. Everyone was happy with our active but relaxing stay there! Read less
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Jul 22, 2024 Dream34569894480

What a great experience. It’s very family friendly and in a short walking distance of several small shops and restaurants. I highly recommend it especially if you have kiddos. Also there were beautiful views all over and you’re within a 10-15 minute from almost anywhere.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Quality does not match the price or photos

Jul 22, 2024 Matt S

Don't believe the website... I was expecting a very nice resort like the room pictures show... but the rooms are not as nice as the pictures. Of course, on check-in day you're stuck because no refunds at that point. We had a garden view room. Walked into a hot smelly room because the small wall AC unit was off, and it never really cooled down… Read more
Don't believe the website... I was expecting a very nice resort like the room pictures show... but the rooms are not as nice as the pictures. Of course, on check-in day you're stuck because no refunds at that point. We had a garden view room. Walked into a hot smelly room because the small wall AC unit was off, and it never really cooled down the room sufficiently when running. Bathroom had poor ventilation, so any showers just heated up the entire living space. Sink was half clogged and would hold water for a while whenever used. Dirty carpets. Front door latched ok, but had a half inch gap top to bottom. Not great for seals or security purposes. I asked before arriving about laundry rooms. They told me there were 2.... sure, they exist. Maybe one functional unit between the two rooms. Only a couple of washers in each room, some of which were broken. So we had to just find a local laundry mat and waste our whole morning with this issue. $40 amenities fee for this kind of stuff?! I paid 1400 for 3 nights... I can stay on Disneyland property for this kind of money. Not worth the price at all. Should've just stayed at a Hilton or any other regular hotel. I felt bad for my family that I even picked this place. Won't be back. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great time with family

Jul 22, 2024 pearlg201 san dimas,ca

Our family had a great time. Close walking distance to Balboa Park. The restaurant did need a few more choices after eating there three times a day for several days got a little boring. But what we did have was excellent and the service was great friendly staffed. Kanima and daniel at the front desk or amazing took care of everything, making our… Read more
Our family had a great time. Close walking distance to Balboa Park. The restaurant did need a few more choices after eating there three times a day for several days got a little boring. But what we did have was excellent and the service was great friendly staffed. Kanima and daniel at the front desk or amazing took care of everything, making our stay that much more enjoyable. Would definitely return Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best resort in Mission Bay

Jul 20, 2024 Skylaniblue

We absolutely loved this hotel. We went for my fiancé‘s 26th birthday and had an amazing time. We had to wait a little longer than expected to check in & had been passed through a few different people at the front desk, But finally, we were directed to Ben and he gave us incredible, top tier customer service. He was very apologetic for our wait… Read more
We absolutely loved this hotel. We went for my fiancé‘s 26th birthday and had an amazing time. We had to wait a little longer than expected to check in & had been passed through a few different people at the front desk, But finally, we were directed to Ben and he gave us incredible, top tier customer service. He was very apologetic for our wait and was so kind and really kicked our trip off to a great start. We were upgraded to an amazing room since it was my fiancé‘s birthday, and we were also celebrating our five year anniversary, Ben wanted to make it extra special for us. That is beyond appreciated and really took our trip to the next level. We had a whole itinerary planned out while being in Mission Bay, but this resort has so much to do, We only left one time to go to dinner outside of the hotel. The food at their restaurant Dockside 1953 is to DIE FOR!! Seriously, those fish tacos are unbelievable. I ate them every day for lunch. Our waitress one time we were there really stood out as well. Her name was Cyana and she was so kind and accommodating. I am what I like to consider a “Particular” eater…lol. I don’t like the word picky but I guess if I’m being honest I am. She worked with me and my requests and made it so I had an incredible breakfast, so many thanks to her and the culinary staff as well! My Fiancé and I played shuffleboard every night under the beautiful string lights and overall just had a truly amazing, 10/10 stay. I will definitely recommend everyone to stay here and can’t wait to come back! Read less