Diamond Head Inn

Hotels
7.7 (328 reviews)
605 Diamond Street , San Diego , us
+1 858-273-1900

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful management
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited parking

Categories

Cleanliness
6.28
Many reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, including dirty carpet and unpleasant odors.
Service
8.25
Service varied, with some guests mentioning helpful management and others noting poor service.
Location
9.29
Location received consistently positive feedback, being close to the beach and within walking distance of amenities.
Room Quality
7.74
Mixed reviews on room quality; some rooms were noted as comfortable and upgraded, while others had serious issues.
Amenities
6.27
Limited amenities mentioned, including no pool and missing kitchen items.
Value for Money
8.73
Overall, many guests felt the place offered reasonable value for the location.
Food and Beverage
7.28
Food and beverage options were not extensively mentioned, but close proximity to restaurants was noted.
Overall Experience
7.75
Overall experience varied; many enjoyed their stays despite some reported issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 05:53

Property Description

Prime Location on San Diego's Boardwalk
Experience the breathtaking views of Pacific Beach right from your suite at Diamond Head Inn. Enjoy the convenience of spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, just steps away from a plethora of attractions and activities.

Surrounded by Entertainment and Water Sports
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of shopping, dining, and nightlife surrounding Diamond Head Inn. For adventure seekers, water sports like kayaking, surfing, and fishing are easily accessible, ensuring a fun-filled stay.

Modern Suites with Full Kitchens
Indulge in the comfort of our non-smoking guest suites featuring sleek granite countertops and all necessary cooking utensils. Unwind after a day of beach activities by catching up on your favorite shows on cable TV.

Ready to make unforgettable memories in San Diego? Book your stay at Diamond Head Inn now!

Important information:

Guests at the Diamond Head Inn have full access to the pool at Pacific Shores Inn located 5 minutes walk away. Please ask the front desk for informationGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 328 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.28
Service: 8.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 6.27
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 7.28
Overall Experience: 7.75
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Jake • family_with_children • us
2
This place sucks.
Pros:

The location is near a beach, but there are also homeless people living in their cars along the beach.

Cons:

The shower had 2” of standing water and clogged drain. The lobby was 3 blocks away from the hotel with no notification, signs, or anything alerting us of this. The hotel lobby wreaked of marijuana and the receptionist was clearly high.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • us
6
Needs some TLC…
Pros:

The location.

Cons:

1. Checking in was at a different hotel.
2. We got upgraded to the suite… I would’ve almost preferred the original room. Why? Not technically a full kitchen. Trash container under sink had standing water in it. The bathroom smelled musty. The shower leaked under the glass. Bathroom baseboards look to have water damage. Once you close the bathroom sink drain, you can’t open it. The toilet is an entire balancing act and had water coming out from the bottom of it/not sealed correctly. The door to the outside from the bedroom had a one inch gap opening to the elements. Mosquitos and gnats were constant.
3. The room phones don’t work.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Charles • couple • us
3
Pros:

we couldn't drive our own car because there was no parking for the guests. We spent over A $100 dollars on uber to get around.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • couple • us
10
Very clean nice people working hard
Pros:

Omg so close to the stairs that lead down to the beach 🏖️

Cons:

Parking was tricky but worth it no need to go anywhere anyway ♥️

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • br
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Parking is not easy.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • couple • us
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Shawna • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location was great!

Cons:

The AC unit was very loud!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Douangchai • couple • us
7
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Misty • couple • us
10
Wonderful vacation will stay again
Pros:

Excellent location and spacious room.

Cons:

N/a

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Eric • couple • us
9
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • solo_traveller • ph
9
Pros:

The location was just perfect. Enjoyed walking on the beach in the evening and during the day as well. Room was comfortable, clean.

Cons:

The small kitchenette/ dining area was not too well thought of. The microwave oven was broken and placed on the table where youre supposed to eat

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Ho • couple • us
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Bob • couple • nl
8
Prima
Pros:

Locatie, het bed, douche

Cons:

Airco op de gang maakt zoveel kabaal ‘s nachts.
Kamer is niet te ventileren, heel heet en warm en muffe geur.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Jake • solo_traveller • us
4
Parking 2 blocks away from hotel
Pros:

The location was great

Cons:

Parking is at another facility 2 blocks away and check in is also at a different facility... It's very confusing and theres no warning.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Khadjenoury • couple • us
9
Great location, you aren’t paying for much else besides the location but nice updated features! Would definitely stay he
Pros:

This location is everything!! You are literally right in the beach and just a short walk to amazing cafes, bars and restaurants.

Cons:

Parking was definitely tough. Only five spots for this entire resort is tricky - we were lucky enough to find parking otherwise it would have been a hefty walk from their sister resort (which also didn’t have much parking).

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Hector • solo_traveller • us
10
GOOD DAY
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • couple • us
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Wonderful property awesome staff only thing was the parking is scarce

Cons:

Parking

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Celeste • extended_group • ch
9
Nice little beach hotel
Pros:

Great location -- on the beach except most of the rooms didn't face the beach or have a view. Right in the heart of the PB restaurant and bar district so you can walk to the fun! Parking was available included in the room price (which can be rare these days)--but be aware your spot may be a couple blocks away depending on availability (i.e., if the closer spots are taken). On the positive side, it was a nice, large room. Well appointed with recent updates in style -- my friend commented on how much she loved the wallpaper. The room included nice design elements such plantation shutters and a tray ceiling. It was very clean and quiet despite the fact that it was in a noisy part of town. The kitchen included an in-room coffee set up as well as a fridge, microwave and two-burner electric cooktop, as well as all the dishes and cooking utensils you might need. Our room had two comfortable queen beds. To be honest, the price seemed expensive for the off-season, but was one of the lowest prices offered by similar hotels in the area, so check this place out if you are looking to minimize spending. All in all, I would stay there again and recommend to friends. Two thumbs up.

Cons:

You should know the check in is at a co-owned hotel a short two blocks away--this was not a problem for us, but good to know going in. I wish it were a bit more affordable--you wouldn't pay this rate for this room if it wasn't right on the beach, but it was so you're paying for the privilege (and it is a privilege -- PB is great).

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • us
10
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