Nightly rates from $99
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Feb 15, 2012 Check-out: Feb 16, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
207 reviews
nice place with thin walls

It is nice little hotel located at a nice little bay. The gym, as in most hotels, is poorly... See full review

  • dvmvet
  • Feb 2, 2012
Amazing

I live here in San Diego but my husband and I wanted a nice get away for the weekend. This did not... See full review

  • Bebe619
  • Jan 22, 2012
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).

Hotel Map

998 W. Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109

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.

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Wireless Internet

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

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the 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 (207)

Ratings and reviews for Bahia Resort Hotel

Overall score

3.7 / 5
207 out of 207
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.8

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
dvmvet
Business
MN
Feb 2, 2012

nice place with thin walls

It is nice little hotel located at a nice little bay. The gym, as in most hotels, is poorly equipped with free weights, in fact they are lacking. The only other complaint I can make is due to the thin walls, if you have a loud neighbor it may be little bit disrupting, otherwise excellent value for the money.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

1
Scott369
Centerville, UT
Jan 30, 2012

Stay January 21 to 28, 2012

In short, I have been in cleaner and nicer very cheap motels. The furniture was in terrible condition (tears in the sofa cushions, thread-bare bed spreads, dirty carpet, and the bathroom had mold on the grout and the bottom of the tub was patched and awful. Maid service was sub-par including one day when the maid did not come in despite our being out all day (and no we did not leave a "do not disturb" sign on the door. When we called the front desk to complain about the maid service we received a "we are sorry" but no follow up.

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

Reviewer score

4
Bebe619
San Diego, CA, USA
Jan 22, 2012

Amazing

I live here in San Diego but my husband and I wanted a nice get away for the weekend. This did not disappoint the room was recently renovated and was very nicely done. We were just off the water so the view was fantastic, we were able to see the fireworks from Sea world and wake up to the great ocean view in the morning. Their grounds were beautifully landscaped and at the very front of the hotel they have an enclosed pool with two seals who were rescued which was a really cool feature. We were given complimentary ferry boat tickets so we ventured out that evening to partake in the ride, it went from the Bahia to their sister hotel the Catamaran and back. We will definitely book here again for another visit.

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

Reviewer score

5
prinnie
lakeside
Jan 19, 2012

get away

had a great time people were nice friendly will stay again

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

Reviewer score

3
Chilly in MN
St Paul, MN, USA
Jan 19, 2012

January at the Bahia

Upon arriving we encountered very professional, friendly staff. The overall feel of the room was a little outdated, but it was comfortable, except for the mattress on one bed. The room was clean, and ours included a small but full kitchen. There was a stove and microwave plus pots, utensild and plates. We could walk to the beach from the hotel, there is also a private beach at the resort. It was too cold to swim in the water in January. Same for the pool. There were people using the pool and hot tub, but we opted out because of the weather. We liked the restaurant and bar. Good food. Intimate bar setting with a Moroccan theme. All the staff we encountered were courteous. One thing we thought was strange was there was a banquet hall on the fifth floor of our building. Our first night there, Saturday, there was a big party in there. It was rather loud, but the staff had warned us it would be going on until midnight. And we were too jet lagged that day to care about it much. The worst part was when we returned to our room one day and found that the door was left unlocked, assumably by the cleaning staff, however, nothing was missing from our room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

We stocked up on cereal and milk to save money on eating breakfast out every day.

Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Parikhs
Kansas, USA
Jan 3, 2012

Great Christmas surprise for our daughter

The hotel was really nice, loved the staff, location, amenities, had a great view from the room. They had upgraded our room from Garden view to the bay view, even before we got there. The only thing they need to upgrade/change would be that the hotel is little older, carpet had some stains on it. furniture was old, bathroom had some rust as well. But all in all it was perfect, recommend it to everyone.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Dirtynasa
Denver, CO, USA
Dec 31, 2011

Great spot

This hotel is in a great location. Blocks away from Mission Beach and about a 10 minute drive from downtown San Diego.

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

Reviewer score

4
zakadka
Chicago, IL, USA
Dec 29, 2011

Bahia Resort Hotel

My family stayed here for our Christmas vacation. Excellent location- 5 mins. to Sea World. Other major attractions are about less than 15 mins. Friendly staffs and room services were great. Free wi-fi and free parking made things ever better.

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

The mission restaurant is just 5 mins away. Great place for your brunch!

Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

2
BARBARA M
Illinois, USA
Dec 28, 2011

GOOD

First they gave us a dirty/ugly room, then i went to the lobby and talked to the lady so she gave us a new and better room

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
2
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Very close to Sea World,Belmont Park

Review of Bahia Resort Hotel

Reviewer score

5
NoneReally
New Hampshire, USA
Dec 21, 2011

Good hotel, friendly staff

Uneventful experience which was good. Staff was friendly and accommodating.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
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