Nestled in the heart of San Diego, Pacific View Inn is home to some of the best sunsets on the west coast. Enjoy all that San Diego has to offer; from beachfront lounging on Pacific Beach to soaking up the infamous nightlife in the Gas Lamp District. Visit us at www.pacificviewinn.com
The hotel is praised for its unbeatable location right next to the beach and within walking distance of restaurants and shops.
Cleanliness
While many guests found the rooms clean, there were several complaints about cleanliness issues, including hair in beds and unclean bathrooms.
Staff Service
The staff received positive feedback for being friendly and accommodating, although some guests reported issues with responsiveness after hours.
Parking
Parking is frequently mentioned as a challenge, with limited availability and difficulties for guests who do not reserve spots in advance.
Room Quality
Rooms are described as small and basic, with some guests noting issues like noise from other guests and inadequate lighting.
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John Skerl
Nov 15, 2025
5.0
Great hotel right on the beach. There is on street parking nearby and easy to walk to. The staff is friendly and accommodating to requests. Fire pit in the evening is a great touch to listen to the waves.
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Rick Whiting
Nov 11, 2025
5.0
Old school motel built in 1951 that’s been completely updated we loved it takes you back. Room was nice and clean and basic. We stayed on street level it could be noisy if there was a lot of traffic but it was tolerable and wouldn’t make me not choose this place. Walk to the beach is literally 30 seconds away. And one block from all shopping and restaurants. And staff was great. Dr
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Alec Lunsford
Nov 11, 2025
4.0
We stayed 3 days and had a lovely time though the front desk ladies were typically a little clueless about amenities. The rooms have been remodeled but there were some interesting decisions made during the remodel; night stand only on one side of the bed, no full length mirror were 2 minor and who thinks barn doors on bathrooms are a good idea. The room also stayed relatively humid all night even with the AC set low and on dehumidifier mode. Don't expect an ice machine on site or wifi that is worth a damn.
Overall though we did enjoy the place and for 2 people it was an affordable place to stay right on the beach just don't expect more than a basic room and board.
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Jerry Covey
Nov 8, 2025
5.0
The location and View were awsome , the area was very walkable with lots of restraunts and bars nearby . The desk help was always friendly and helpful and helped me with all my needs . Very good place to stay and I highly recommend it.
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Elisa Angel
Oct 26, 2025
1.0
We had a room next to an alley. The alley had homeless people and garbage cans.
There was a big cockroach inside our room.
We couldn’t open the window because there was no privacy and it faced a wall. Claustrophobic sensation.
The lighting was uncomfortable.
Smelled like bleach the whole time.
We told the staff about the cockroach and they didn’t seem to care. No even an “am sorry”.
Hotels can’t guarantee 100% they will be perfect. No business can. And we, as customers have to know that mistakes will happen. The reason im writing this review is not because of the cockrach. Is because they didn’t handle this situations properly. Lots of things to improve.