Modernized old-timey building. Transportation pioneers The Pickwick Company built this beaut.

A 10-min flip-flop to the Pacific. You’re also pretty darn convenient to to-dos like Legoland and the Museum of Making Music.

Stunning spacious rooms rock relaxed-yet-uber-chic décor with just the right amount of local flair.

Polynesian-inspired character flows throughout, from comfy guestrooms to the friendly parrots (give our regards to Chadwick).

First stop: classy-cool palm-lined outdoor terrace, complete with sleek stone fireplace, year-round pool, hot tub and on Sundays, liiiive jaaaazzzz.

Modernized old-timey building. Transportation pioneers The Pickwick Company built this beaut.

Location right on PB’s beach boardwalk is a real gem.

Modern hotel in a serene setting adjacent to beautiful Webb Lake

Choose a lounge chair under a swaying palm on the pool deck with a view of some gentle Pacific waves.

Palmy pool with lounge-inducing cabanas. Relaxation definitely required.

We love a free hot breakfast more than we love pandas. (Please don’t tell the pandas at the zoo.)

Scope out the beach from the heated pool, then explore it up close (it’s only a few steps away).

Park entrance location. Early admission to select rides before the park opens to the public. Even a bucket of bricks waiting in your room.

Sophisticated and sleek but still soft and comfy.

Zip around on a complimentary bike or run the miles of bayfront paths before resting up with a cocktail by the pool. It's just that easy.

Pet-friendly indie stay

In the thick of PB’s laid-back but action-packed scene.

Secluded and spacious, with 10 acres of lush grounds and Spanish mission-style architecture.

Island style provides a little taste of Hawaii, minus the poi.

If you’re in Pacific Beach you wanna be by the water. How’s a half-block sound?

Full bar and comfortable rooms help take the travel edge off.

Tienes hambre? Stroll over for some Old Town tacos – or hit the free continental breakfast.

Ideal jumping off point (not literally) for local biggies like the San Diego Botanic Garden, La Paloma Theatre and beaches(!).

Right near the beach and just 5 miles from Torrey Pines State Beach and Del Mar Racing.

Multiple pools, a recently reno’d 18-hole championship golf course, fountain tour and more keep you out in the sunshine.

Family-friendly upscale oceanfront escape newly reno’d – we’re talkin’ decor, flooring, lighting – the works.

With firm and soft pillows, a good night’s sleep is all but guaranteed. (Needs an official seal or something.)

Set directly on the Pacific, a fam-friendly retreat under huge swaying palms and caressing ocean breezes.

Your toes are just two blocks from digging into the sandy beach.

Remarkable spot on its own peninsula jutting out into Mission Bay, gorgeous views greet you in every direction.

Iconic, intimate and romantic – and yes, it’s pink (they don’t call it “The Pink Lady” for nothin’).

Whatever time you stumble in, the 24-hour front desk serves up service with a smile.