Bahia Resort Hotel, San Diego

Bahia Resort Hotel - A beachfront retreat with tropical gardens, family-friendly amenities, and Mission Bay access

Nestled on a 14-acre peninsula in Mission Bay, Bahia Resort Hotel offers 3-star accommodations with direct access to a secluded beach. The property features tropical gardens, duck ponds, and a rescue seal exhibit, alongside a junior Olympic-sized pool and whirlpool. Rooms range from 288 to 695 square feet, with options including garden views, bayfront suites, and accessible accommodations. Select suites include full kitchens or kitchenettes, while all rooms provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and private patios or balconies. Grab 'N Go café serves breakfast burritos, pastries, and espresso drinks, while the pool bar offers light fare and cocktails. Leisure facilities include tennis courts, shuffleboard, a playground, and water sport rentals through Action Sport Rentals. The hotel is adjacent to Mission Beach’s amusement park and 12 miles from Coaster Santa Fe Station.

Pros

Direct access to a private beach with complimentary cabanas and beach games.

Family-friendly amenities include a playground, kid’s crafts, and scavenger hunts.

On-site water sport rentals for kayaking, paddleboarding, and powerboating.

Complimentary Wi-Fi, local calls, and daily USA Today newspapers in the lobby.

Accessible rooms with widened doorways, roll-in showers, and visual emergency alerts.

Cons

The $44 daily resort fee is mandatory for all guests.

Limited dining options beyond casual poolside and grab-and-go fare.