£73.29 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in 27 May 2013 Check-out 28 May 2013

Bahia Resort Hotel

3 stars
998 W. Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
241 reviews
Great trip

The Bahia hotel was very good. The only thing I would have asked or was a bigger bathroom. Over all... See full review

  • Tomasi k
  • 25 Mar 2013
Comfortable and scenic

This place is in a great location and has it's own little compound on it's a little island in the... See full review

  • Reavolver
  • 15 Mar 2013
Luxury Mission Bay hotel on private peninsula with seal pool
Situated on its own 14-acre peninsula in Mission Bay, the Bahia Resort Hotel exudes privacy. The hotel dates back to the 1950s. Today it features a tropical garden and a seal pool with two seals on loan from the San Diego Zoological Society. The hotel also owns and operates the Bahia Bell, an authentic 19th-century sternwheeler. All guests receive complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access. The on-site Mediterranean restaurant, Café Bahia, serves three meals a day.
Highlights
  • Private location away from other resorts
  • Marvel at seals in the seal pool or relax in a tropical garden
  • 19th-century sternwheeler, a great option for special events
Rooms

The Bahia Resort Hotel's 314 rooms, including 26 suites feature views of Mission Bay or the Pacific Ocean. Each room comes standard with a flat-screen TV, mini refrigerator, hair dryer and signature bath products. Suites vary in size and feature sitting areas and kitchenettes. There also are a handful of beachfront cottages. All guests receive complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access. High-speed Internet access also is available (fees apply).

Features

The Bahia Resort Hotel dates back to 1953, when the property opened with 52 rooms. It has grown gradually since then.

Today, the property features a tropical garden and a seal pool with two seals on loan from the San Diego Zoological Society. The hotel also owns and operates the Bahia Belle, an authentic 19th-century sternwheeler that circles Mission Bay on a regular boat cruise.

All guests have complimentary access to the on-site heated outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center with LifeCardio and LifeFitness equipment. There's also a video arcade on property. The hotel offers 24-hour laundry service (fees apply).

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the Mediterranean-style Café Bahia, which boasts an outdoor patio for al fresco meals. The on-site lounge, Tangier Bar, offers Happy Hour seven days a week.

Transportation
  • MTS Bus (1 mi/1.5 km)
  • San Diego Trolley (1 mi/1.5 km)
  • San Diego International Airport (4 mi/6 km)
Attractions
  • Mission Bay Park (4 blocks)
  • Old Town (2 mi/3 km)
  • Sea World (3 mi/5 km)
  • Point Loma (4 mi/6 km)
  • San Diego Zoo (5 mi/8 km)
  • Petco Park (6 mi/10 km)
Business
  • 20,000 square feet of meeting space
  • Bahia Bell, a 19th-century sternwheeler, available for special events
  • 24-hour business center
  • Mission Bay Ballroom has views of Pacific Ocean
Policies and fees
  • Valet and self parking are available (fees apply)

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Bahia Resort Hotel Rooms

Bay View Studio
Bay View Studio offers an impressive bay view, 460 square feet of living room space, complete with a full kitchen. Each studio has one king bed or two full beds and a pull out sofa bed (request for specific bedding type will be noted but cannot be guaranteed), Free Parking, with a Maximum number of occupants 6.
Garden View Studio
These rooms offer an impressive 460 square feet of living room space, complete with a full kitchen. Each studio has one king bed or two full beds and a pull out sofa bed (requests for specific bedding type will be noted but cannot be guaranteed). Free Parking, with a Maximum number of occupants 6.
Garden Room
One queen or two double beds, located in one-or two-story buildings around the center of the property, surrounded by rare and unique palm gardens. Large working space and sitting area. Coffeemaker, iron and ironing board, hairdryer. (Request for specific bedding type will be noted but cannot be guaranteed).
Suite Room
One queen or two double beds and a full sofa bed in the living area, located in one- or two-story buildings with private balconies or patios overlooking Mission Bay. Kitchenettes with refrigerator and cookware. Two TVs and multi-line phones. (Request for specific bedding type will be noted but cannot be guaranteed).

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • FREE parking
  • Pool
General
Concierge
Activities
Pool
Health club
Dining
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business centre
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
FREE parking

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Hotel Map

32.7721 -117.2486
Area served
Mission Bay, San Diego, CA
Nearby airports
San Diego International Airport
Area description
Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, Legoland, Balboa Park, La Jolla, Mexico two blocks from the Pacific Ocean/Mission Beach area.

Nearby points of interest

  • Belmont Park: 0.2 mi
  • Sea World: 1.3 mi
  • Hospitality Point: 1.6 mi
  • Pacific Beach: 1.9 mi
  • Mission Bay Park: 2.2 mi
  • Sunset Cliffs: 3 mi
  • Bazaar Del Mundo: 3.3 mi
  • Old Town San Diego: 3.3 mi
  • Junipero Serra Museum: 3.3 mi
  • Whaley House Museum: 3.4 mi
  • Heritage Park: 3.6 mi
  • Port of San Diego: 4.3 mi
  • Firehouse Museum: 5.9 mi
  • San Diego Museum of Art: 5.9 mi
  • San Diego Zoo: 6.2 mi
  • Belmont Park: 0.2 mi
  • Sea World: 1.3 mi
  • Hospitality Point: 1.6 mi
  • Pacific Beach: 1.9 mi
  • Mission Bay Park: 2.2 mi
  • Sunset Cliffs: 3 mi
  • Bazaar Del Mundo: 3.3 mi
  • Old Town San Diego: 3.3 mi
  • Junipero Serra Museum: 3.3 mi
  • Whaley House Museum: 3.4 mi
  • Heritage Park: 3.6 mi
  • Port of San Diego: 4.3 mi
  • Firehouse Museum: 5.9 mi
  • San Diego Museum of Art: 5.9 mi
  • San Diego Zoo: 6.2 mi
  • Family Fun Center: 6.3 mi
  • San Diego Museum of Man: 6.3 mi
  • San Diego Automotive Museum: 6.3 mi
  • San Diego Aerospace Museum: 6.3 mi
  • Qualcomm Stadium: 6.3 mi
  • Timken Museum of Art: 6.4 mi
  • Botanical Building: 6.4 mi
  • Childrens Museum of San Diego: 6.5 mi
  • Casa De Balboa: 6.5 mi
  • Spanish Village Art Center: 6.5 mi
  • San Diego Natural History Museum: 6.5 mi
  • Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 6.6 mi
  • Gaslamp Quarter: 6.9 mi
  • PETCO Park: 7 mi
  • Sorrento Valley: 8.8 mi
  • Chula Vista Nature Center: 12.6 mi
  • Legoland: 25 mi
  • California Center For The Arts Museum: 25.7 mi

Dining

Tangier Lounge
Cocktail lounge open daily with nightly entertainment.
Bahia Cafe
Casual restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast buffet served daily.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (241)

Ratings and reviews for Bahia Resort Hotel

Overall score

3.7 / 5
241 out of 241
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.8

82% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
baldguydesign
slc, utah
11 Oct 2011

week away at the beach

the Bahia hit the spot. i read many reviews and while i agree with the claim that the Bahia could step up the renovation and update a little they still offer everything you would expect from any other hotel. however with this place you get your own beach and you are within driving distance of many other great beaches, great food and freeway access within a few miles. in addition the antiquated feeling did make the experience quaint in its own right; i felt like i was a kid again in California for the first time visiting and in my humble opinion, anyone looking for updated toilets on their vacation has missed the point of going on vacation. my next trip to san diego will be at the Bahia!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
3
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4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Kevin and Kathy
Florida, USA
11 Oct 2011

BAHIA RESORT HOTEL

My wife and I recently spent 10 days at the Bahia Resort hotel in San Diego. The stay was the nicest my wife and I have ever experienced. We plan to return on a yearly basis. The cost was reasonale and all the amenities were perfect. Who could want more than an excellent hotel with it's own private beach for a nice quiet getaway in San Diego.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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5
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5
Value:
5
Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

2
Goshawk1
San Diego, CA, USA
10 Oct 2011

rode hard, and put away wet

This hotel is a San Diego icon for the last the last 50 or so years, and is currently badly in need of some TLC. They can start with the mattresses, which are poor at best. This is where a good night night's sleep starts, and I've slept in Motel 6's with better mattresses. The one we had must have been over 10 years old at least. Room smelled musty, carpet was torn, and the coffee maker didn't work. There are many better options for the price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
1
Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Cheri T.
Centennial, CO, USA
28 Sep 2011

We will be staying there on our next trip to San Diego

Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. We were upgraded to a bigger room when we arrived at the hotel which worked out great. The hotel is located in a good area, close to Seaworld and the beach. Grounds were beautiful. We took a ride on the Bahia Belle which was very nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

We went to Burger King for some ice cream and picked up a coupon for Seaworld, we save $60.00 on three tickets.

Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

3
JP colorado
Denver, CO, USA
25 Sep 2011

San Diego getaway

The hotel was a bit dated. We stayed in tower 4 and it seemed nicer than most. Best part if the stay is the location. Across the street is the mission bay roller coaster and beach. Good value overall. Heard they are intending to update many rooms soon.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Mission cafe has incredible breakfast. The Green flash has a great view of the ocean and affordable comfort foods. Both kid friendly.

Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Kjn2424
Sioux City, IA, USA
18 Sep 2011

Couples Retreat

The Bahia was absolutely amazing! I booked the garden view room and was pleasantly surprised upon arrival to see we had a full size fridge, microwave, and pull out sofa! Definitely not your standard hotel room. Just minutes from mission bay, which is beautiful. Staff exceeded all expectations, very helpful and friendly. Plenty of parking and easy to get to. Will be staying here again!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Colann
Iowa
18 Sep 2011

Great girlfriend getaway

The resort was near everything.. We walked on Mission Bay and Pacific Beach boardwalks. The area was beautiful. The Old Town trolley picks up guests near the property and gives a great overview of several sites. We went to LaJolla to enjoy the habor seals, beaches and shopping. We stayed in a Garden Suite which was large and had a nice balcony. San Diego was a great destination.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Eat at Konos if you like breakfast and sit on the deck behind the shop across the boardwalk and enjoy the view when eating.

Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

4
ssmit043
Kansas City, MO
6 Sep 2011

2nd Honeymoon

Even though I read some negative reviews about the rooms and staff, I can not complain about them. Our room was perfect and the staff was always friendly and eager to please. The only complaint I could see was the prices, both food and rentals. They seemed to be a little on the excessive side. However, there were more than enough places close by to eat. Did not need the rental stuff. I would suggest not coming in on a Saturday. The resort sets next to the public beach and it was very hectic getting through all the traffic. Also, their wi-fi was not very powerful. Luckily, I had an Sprint android phone.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Max
Not Provided
30 Aug 2011

We have lived in So. Cal. for

We have lived in So. Cal. for over 60 years and had never been to this hotel. I was impressed and pleased with the location, The facilities that were available which made a great weekend for us. I would have no hesitations to recommend this hotel to anyone and especially to those with children.Parking was the only problem and on occasion we would have to walk a ways to get to our room or back to the car, but still a great weekend.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

5
C. Williams
Bakersfield , California
27 Aug 2011

What a great escape!

I loved all the amenities offered at this hotel. From the blind seal pups that were rescued and cared for at the resort, to the cute romantic moonlight cruise off the bay at night. There is something for everyone to enjoy. The location is perfect, so close to Sea World and the boardwalk/beach. There is so much more to see...you need to check it out for yourself! I'd go back in a heartbeat <3

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Phil's B.B.Q located on Sports Arena Blvd. is a great place to chow down! The line is always out the door but so worth the wait. The food is delicious and the service is awesome. We first saw it on The Food Network channel and there is a reason for all the rave!

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