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Cottage in Mission Beach
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsAqua-Stylish, Relaxing Home in Mission Beach
Nov 14 – 21
Guesthouse in Mission Beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 642 reviewsSouth Mission Beach Zen-Like Studio
Nov 16 – 23
Guesthouse in Pacific Beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviewsChez Christy
Oct 25 – Nov 1
Condo in Mission Beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviewsOcean Front Mission Beach Penthouse!
Feb 9 – 16
Condo in Mission Beach
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviewsBay Front, On the Sand, with garage
Feb 14 – 21
Guest suite in San Diego
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 559 reviewsPrivate Hideaway, Shelter Island, Beach & Bay
Nov 11 – 18
Apartment in Pacific Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviewsCozy Casa Palma! (SUPs, bikes, & Bonfires)
Nov 27 – Dec 4
Cottage in Ocean Beach
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 460 reviewsPrivate Ocean Beach Cottage and Courtyard
Oct 2 – 9
Mission Bay, San Diego house rentals
Home in Mission Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 424 reviewsModern Beach Bungalow 100 steps to the Sea!
Jun 15 – 22
Home in San Diego
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 868 reviewsRomantic Private Canyon Retreat
Oct 5 – 12
Home in Point Loma Peninsula
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviewsPoint Loma Comfort w/ King Bed & Central Location
Aug 24 – 31
Home in San Diego
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviewsStunning Ocean Beach Gem - has everything!
Apr 12 – 19
Home in San Diego
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviewsBudget friendly by Mission Bay, Central Location
May 21 – 28
Home in Pacific Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviewsCrown Point Beach Retreat 2 Blocks to the bay W/AC
Oct 23 – 30
Home in North Park
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 405 reviewsQuiet & Walkable North Park Getaway | Hot Tub + AC
Home in Mission Beach
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviewsHeaven's a Little Closer in a Cottage By the Sea!
Dec 12 – 19
Beach house rentals in Mission Bay, San Diego
Home in Mission Beach
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviewsOcean Front Home Sleeps 10+ Dream Beach Vacation
Jan 22 – 29
Home in Pacific Beach
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 296 reviewsCozy North Pacific Beach Cottage 3 Blocks to Beach
May 12 – 17
Home in North Ocean Beach
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 393 reviewsStunning Ocean View. Beach House. Garage/AC/Heat
Dec 2 – 9
Home in Mission Beach
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 418 reviewsMission Beach Family Paradise. Beach & Bay fun
Apr 14 – 21
Home in Mission Beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsBeautiful Beach Home, Steps to the Ocean & Bay, AC
Nov 27 – Dec 4
Home in Pacific Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 264 reviewsBlue Beach House 🏖 5 blocks to Beach /Restaurants
Sep 5 – 12
Home in San Diego
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsCasa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay!
Nov 17 – 24
Home in Pacific Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 263 reviewsRoof Deck, King Bed, Bikes, 4 Blocks to Beach,
May 12 – 19
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
G$8,342 GYD 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.
Top things to do in Mission Bay, San Diego
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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