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Cottage in La Jolla
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 396 reviewsLa Jolla Bird Rock Beach Cottage Studio
Condo in La Jolla
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviewsStunning Windansea Ocean Front (A)!
Guesthouse in National City
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviewsPrivate Studio ONLY 4 Miles to SD Gaslamp Quarter!
Condo in Del Mar
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 345 reviewsStudio Condo and Wave Crest Resort
Bungalow in La Jolla
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 360 reviewsBirdrock Bungalow! Close to the beach!
Rental unit in La Jolla
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviewsOne Block From the Beach! La Jolla Cove Gem!
Rental unit in La Jolla
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 332 reviewsLa Jolla WindanSea Paradise One
Rental unit in Del Mar
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsAdorable Del Mar Beach Apartment
Mission Bay, San Diego house rentals
Home in Pacific Beach
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviewsNew! Bayside Bungalow - Upscale Beach Retreat!
Home in Ocean Beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 372 reviewsOcean Beach Close to all
Home in Mission Beach
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviewsOcean Front Home Sleeps 10+ Dream Beach Vacation
Home in Mission Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviewsCozy California Beach Shack-Steps to Beach/Bay
Home in Mission Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviewsSteps To Beach! Family Friendly-Remote Office-Fire
Home in Mission Beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviewsSouth Mission Beach Ocean view luxury 3 bd 3 bth
Home in Point Loma Peninsula
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviewsPoint Loma Comfort w/ King Bed & Central Location
Home in Mission Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviewsBeautiful Beach Home, Steps to the Ocean & Bay, AC
Beach house rentals in Mission Bay, San Diego
Home in La Jolla
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviewsB5118 Casa de las Olas
Home in La Jolla
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviewsBeach house steps from surf and restaurants.
Home in La Jolla
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviewsBeach Cottage in Quiet La Jolla neighborhood.
Home in Del Mar
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviewsThe Surf in Del Mar
Home in Del Mar
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviewsOceanView! FantasticLocation! Walk to All! Hot tub
Home in Del Mar Heights
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviewsSeaside Studio 1BD Home PVT Yard & Gazebo
Home in National City
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviewsMINS TO DOWNTOWN! Newly renovated private parking
Home in Chula Vista
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsOcean Breeze, Newly Remodeled, Playroom
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Mission Bay, San Diego
Total rentals
2.1K properties
Rentals with a pool
150 properties have a pool
Pet-friendly rentals
610 properties allow pets
Family-friendly rentals
1.4K properties are a good fit for families
Total number of reviews
118K reviews
Nightly prices starting at
$40 before taxes and fees
Your guide to Mission Bay, San Diego
Welcome to Mission Bay
San Diego has long had a reputation as a fun place to visit. This city is all about sun, surf, and boldface entertainment options. Perhaps no neighborhood better embodies this ethos than Mission Bay. This enclave is home to one of the city’s singular attractions, Mission Bay Aquatic Park, a massive manmade fun zone carved out of natural wetlands and marshes that plays host to every conceivable water sport. Nearby, kids and adults delight at the retro offerings of Belmont Park, a circa-1925 oceanfront amusement park. Both are cradled by Mission Beach and Pacific Beach, which meet to create three miles of sand and surf dotted with volleyball courts, bonfire pits, and sunbathers.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Mission Bay, San Diego
San Diego’s reputation as a land of perpetual sunshine is well earned — you’re likely to encounter warm, sunny days suitable for outdoor fun all year round. Crowds swell in summer as families take advantage of all the kid-friendly fun on tap, and beaches can get crowded. During Spring Break, expect young revelers to hit the sand. Thanks to the accommodating weather, there are festivals for every season, celebrating Mardi Gras, local cuisine, and Fleet Week.
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Belmont Park
Belmont Park is a classic seaside amusement park, awash in the scents of cotton candy and popcorn. Its crown jewel is the Giant Dipper, a 75-foot-tall wooden coaster that boasts more than 2,800 feet of track. Although you’ll be shooting along at 48 mph, try to take a moment and appreciate the incredible view of the nearby ocean. In addition to classic carnival rides, you can also try your hand at ziplining, mini-golf, and rock climbing.
Mission Bay Aquatic Park
This 4,235-acre aquatic park is the largest of its kind in the United States, offering a network of sandy beaches, islands, and swimming coves. If it can be done on or in water, you can do it here. On any given day you’ll find people surfing, paddleboarding, boating, fishing, swimming, or windsurfing. You can rent equipment on site, and there are changing rooms and lockers available, too. There’s plenty to explore, including Fiesta Island, where dogs can run off leash and bonfire rings spring to life at night.
Mission Beach and Pacific Beach
Amusement parks and oceanfront playgrounds are big fun, but when you’re ready for classic beach action, head to these two popular hangouts. Rent a bike and tool along the paved esplanade that runs along both beaches, or simply walk along the water’s edge. Try surfing at Tourmaline Surf Park, favored by beginners for its gentle waves, or get sweaty at one of the public volleyball courts. There are plenty of restaurants and bars lining these beaches, which — along with the colorful buzz of Belmont Park — help contribute to a convivial, party atmosphere.
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