Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good food
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Dated facilities
Some cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, affecting the score.
Service
9.28
Staff were described as friendly and welcoming.
Location
9.32
Location was frequently praised for its convenience to beach and attractions.
Room Quality
8.27
Rooms were reported as dated and small but generally clean.
Amenities
8.6
The pool and restaurant received positive remarks, but some amenities like kitchen supplies were lacking.
Value for Money
8.76
Overall value considered fair though some fees felt excessive.
Food and Beverage
9.01
Highly praised for the quality of food and beverage options.
Overall Experience
9.08
Guests enjoyed their stay with mentioned pros outweighing the cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:11

Property Description

Stunning Views of Mission Bay

Perched overlooking Mission Bay, Bahia Resort Hotel offers a picturesque retreat just minutes away from SeaWorld. Indulge in the hotel's secluded beach, outdoor pool, and a luxurious 30-person hot tub.

Luxurious Suites with Kitchenettes

Each guest suite at Bahia Resort Hotel features free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a convenient kitchenette. Upgrade to a Deluxe Suite for breathtaking views of Mission Bay right from your room.

Dining and Entertainment Options

Savor delectable Southern California cuisine at Cafe Bahia or unwind with cocktails at the Tangier Lounge, complete with a cozy fireplace and live piano music. Don't forget to explore the hotel's tennis courts, gym, game room, and gift shop.

Experience the best of San Diego at Bahia Resort Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway by the bay.

Important information:

Please note: There will be a resort fee at the property beginning 1 October 2018. Please contact property for pricing details.

Resort fee includes:

- Complimentary WiFi access in guestrooms and public areas
- Rescue seal exhibit, tennis courts with loaner rackets and balls, shuffleboard courts, use of cabanas on secluded beach, towels at the resort pool and whirlpool
- Two in-room waters per day
- USA Today newspaper each morning in the lobby
- Complimentary local and domestic long-distance callsGuests 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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
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  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1640 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 8.27
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 9.01
Overall Experience: 9.08
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Lisa solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The rooms was amazing. The customer service was exceptional. They extended our stay for my family amd even brought us a microwave! Absolutely had an amazing time! Our view was great from the patio and the breakfast was big portions and delicious. Definitely going to be visiting again.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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susan couple ie
9
Would stay again , great place
Pros:

Lovely place to stay , easy access to facilities great private beach

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Ofir solo_traveller il
10
Pros:

מיקום מעולה שווה להשקיע עוד קצת ולהתעורר מול הים

Cons:

בגלל שלא השקענו עוד קצת כסף לא פנינו לא היו לים וחבל חוץ מזה מלון מעולה מומלץ!

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Ivan Peng Hui solo_traveller sg
3
Unacceptable value for the high price tag
Pros:

Proximity to the water—being right on Mission Bay with easy access to the beach and a nice view from the grounds was easily the single highlight.

Cons:

I expected a much higher standard for the price point, but Bahia Resort fell far short in almost every category. The overall value for money is just not there given the lack of facilities and subpar service.

Hygiene Issues: Finding cockroaches in the room was completely unacceptable. To make matters worse, housekeeping never changed our bedsheets once during the entire stay.

Lackluster Service: Basic amenities were a constant hassle. Housekeeping failed to restock new bottled water daily, forcing me to repeatedly go out of my way to ask the front desk for standard supplies.

Overpriced & Outdated: The facilities are extremely limited compared to what you pay, and the property feels worn down and poorly maintained.

Between the pest issues, neglectful housekeeping, and sparse amenities, I cannot recommend staying here. You can find far better quality and service elsewhere for this price.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Spenser extended_group us
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Minh Mẫn couple vn
8
Ổn
Pros:

Vị trí

Cons:

Có vẽ ko sạch lắm

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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jenn4mom Family Irvine, California
6
Bahia is ok
Pros:

I bought 4 day/3 night stay at Bahia Resort a few days before arrival, so it was expensive for a family of 6. But I did not have much choice since the other beachfront hotels were a lot more expensive. Unfortunately I got it through expedia and without realizing it, ended up getting the Resort/Garden view, which was a parking lot view. So upon arrival, I asked for an ungrade (they had already said no in the email), and the manager was kind enough to say, wait until the next day, and ask again, and they might do an upgrade for us. They did! We got the beachfront (Bay view) king suite at a same price. We were very happy. They also brought in an extra rolling bed because the room had a king bed, not queen bed.

Pro: Nice bay view, cleaner room with a kitchenette. Friendly staff, nice ground with a convenient location. Good food. Close to San Diego Zoo, Old Town, Balboa Park..

Con: The fridge did not work. However, when I called, they switched it right away. The sink was a bit clogged, but we decided not to bother and used the kitchen sink instead. When we checked in at 5 pm, they asked us to wait again, to get a text when the room is ready. So we ended up going to dinner with all our luggages in the car trunk first. They texted us about 30 minutes later to let us know the room is ready. The sofabed is very uncomfortable, and the bed very soft, not firm which is what I'm used to.

If you are expecting a resort-like room, get Catamaran sister hotel, which is an upgrade. But if you want to save some money, go with Bahia. Our room was nice, nothing fancy and nothing like the pictures you saw on their website, but still nice and convenient. My kids (2teens+2college kids) really enjoyed the stay, though we were cramped a bit.

If I had a choice, I would not book at Mission Bay, but La Jolla. Mission Bay is over-rated, imho. We ended up snorkeling at La Jolla anyway, which had cleaner water.

Overall, we had a good time. The picture is taken from the suite window.

2026-08-03 via Tripadvisor
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Richard solo_traveller us
8
Good stay BUT...
Pros:

Private Beach Access

Cons:

Gnats outside of patio due to palm trees nearby.

Patio being wet due to air conditioning unit directly above our room.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Janna family_with_children us
8
Restful
Pros:

Expensive… although to be expected as all travel currently is expensive

Cons:

I mentioned this at checkout
Floor was filthy … not just dirty but really dirty
My sister and I
were shocked to
see bottoms of our feet

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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meganbV2874WU Family
2
Horrible, overpriced & dirty. AVOID!
Pros:

Absolutely awful experience. I’m baffled by the positive reviews & suspect that the hotel is paying to have negative reviews removed.

Overpriced with dirty, dingy rooms. We will never stay here again. When we checked into the room, the first thing that hit us was the smell of mildew and some sort of chemical smell. There was visible mildew in the bathtub. The bathroom fan was broken, the AC barely worked, & the freestanding fan was coated with dust. The carpet & furniture were dingy & old. The lights flickered and the lamps got hot so we turned them off to avoid an electrical fire. Within 30 minutes of being in the room, my throat was sore and I felt nauseous.

We went to the front desk to ask for a new room and they were accommodating and gave us another similar room. The new room still smelled like chemicals but was at least mildew-free. In the morning, all 3 of us staying in the room woke up with bloodshot, inflamed eyes and sore throats, likely because of all the dust in the room. Every Bayside unit needs a full renovation. We shouldn’t need a hazmat suit to sleep in a room that costs $400+ a night.

To add insult to injury, this morning we were charged another $100 for a “parking fee”—$48 per day plus tax just to park our rental car onsite.

The grounds are beautiful and the staff is friendly, but none of that makes up for the awful, disgusting, unsanitary rooms.

2026-07-25 via Tripadvisor
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Alexander family_with_children nl
7
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Maxime family_with_children ca
9
Un séjour fantastique pour toute la famille!
Pros:

L’emplacement prêt de tous les grands attraits touristiques,c’était génial! L’hôtel en bord de l’eau,avec une piscine très agréable pour toute la famille. Mission Beach à quelques centaines de mètres à pieds. Chambre un peu vieillissante,mais très confortable. Les deux restaurants de l’hôtel étaient délicieux avec leur personnel très gentil! Merci pour ces 10 jours passés!

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Janet family_with_children us
9
Loved it, great for a family trip
Pros:

Great location, instantly feels like you’re on vacation. Loved the seal rescue!!!!

Cons:

Doors, very heavy and squeaky

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Patty couple us
9
Great family vacation. Everyone old to you is very happy.
Pros:

Amenities, proximity to beach, comfortable and everything like food and drink are on site. Our family loves it!

Cons:

Price is getting very high. Rooms need a little refresh.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Patty family_with_children us
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Bree family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Hotel had lots of amenities. And staff was excellent.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
G
Gunther family_with_children us
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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W5913CXivang Couples
2
Discrimination
Pros:

Discrimination, even tho I paid for multiple drinks and food and I was treated like a person who didn’t follow their rules or just skipping rules, being Latino on this place will make you a target. This is so sad.

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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Lilit family_with_children us
10
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Ashley family_with_children us
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee