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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Beach Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Pacific Beach within a short walk of Mission Beach Boardwalk, this condo is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Mission Beach. The condo includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Crystal Pier - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kono's Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tower23 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Thrusters Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Baked Bear - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach

Take in the view of the ocean from your private patio space. This two-bedroom, one bath San Diego vacation rental located on Law St. in Pacific Beach is just a rocks throw away from the beach.  

Located just steps away from Pacific Beach and a few minutes' drive from La Jolla, this cozy Pacific Beach vacation rental sleeps 4 in beds but can accommodate 5. There's something for the whole family, including SeaWorld San Diego just a 12 minute drive away - you could practically bike there! Crystal Pier is just a 5 minute walk on the boardwalk, or continue the walk down to Mission Beach and Belmont Park. There are plenty of restaurants and shops to check out along the way if you choose.

Enjoy watching the sunsets from your private patio after a long day at the beach.  The living room has large windows to really bring in the natural light and make it nice and bright inside. Relax on the leather couch and/or loveseat while watching your show of choice on the 50" TV, or stream a movie on Netflix using your own private wifi network. 

The kitchen has nice granite countertops, gas stove, dishwasher and all the other appliances you need to cook from home. The kitchen also has dishes, pots, pans, utensils etc. If you don't have something you need, just ask us about it. 

Both bedrooms have a queen-size bed so four people can comfortably stay here. Each room has two windows that let in plenty of sunlight during the day, and one has a small flatscreen TV.

The bathroom has a matching granite countertop and tub/shower combo where you can wash off all the sand after a long day of surfing, swimming, or playing. This home also has a garage to park your smaller size rental car (full size SUV's will not fit inside the garage - dimensions are 93 inches wide, 15.5 feet long, 83 inches tall). You will also find boogie boards, sand toys, beach chairs, and wagon to use during your time at the beach.  

There's a grill and extra seating in the front shared patio space.

No smoking is allowed inside any of our properties.

This house (like most in the area) does not have air conditioning.

Important: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.
The condo is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 519704, STR-02258L

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Whale Ocean Pacific Diego
The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach
The Whale - Ocean View - Pacific Beach Condo
The Whale - Ocean View - Pacific Beach San Diego
The Whale - Ocean View - Pacific Beach Condo San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this condo?

This condo is situated in Pacific Beach, just steps from Mission and Pacific Beaches, and within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Beach Park and Pacific Beach. You'll also find Mission Beach and Mission Bay within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this condo associated with a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Is The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this condo, including a fireplace and a smart TV in each condo, and some feature ocean view.

Does The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this condo.

Does this condo offer breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this condo.

What is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 10.5 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 13.9 mi away (31-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach?

Yes, every condo at The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach comes with a patio and some offer ocean views.

The Whale Ocean View Pacific Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place. Clean, convenient, and walkable to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

james p.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location of this property is the best. And being upstairs you catch the breeze off the ocean, and the view at sunset is beautiful. Second time I vactioned at this address and there'll be a third.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay and place. Super quiet area
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert A., Voorheesville New York. USA

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay near our favorite beach. A few items we wanted in the kitchen weren't available and the host was extremely responsive and brought it to us the next day.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect views from outside patio. Best beds ever!!!! Easy access to Law street beach access and close to PB restaurant without the noise . Would highly recommend The Whale for ur next stay. The garage was a huge bonus !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved everything about The Whale. The hosts were super accommodating and kept me informed of any going ons. I highly recommend the BBQ area for a sunset dinner. Definitely 5 stars!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel Z.

The view of the beach was excellent. I missed that there was no air conditioner and it was hot and stuffy. Ceiling fans did not push air—need to be updated. Overall nice place but was very warm inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti V.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a last minute booking and we could not have been happier with our accommodations. The place was immaculate- a rare find at the beach! The views of the surf from our private deck were just what we hoped for. The host was responsive to our questions and we encountered no problems during our visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed in the Marlin last year, and decided to try the Whale because of the balcony view of Law Street Beach. We really enjoyed our stay! Took several meals on the balcony. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the perfect view from our balcony and the perfect location of our very comfortable condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Close to the beach and lots of restaurants and bars…
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay. Love how close the property is to the beach. Nice large barbecue area for our family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason & Millie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We found the property to be true to the description. Despite being up the street in a neighborhood, we could see the ocean and it was only a 2 minute walk to the beach. Conveniently, the closest access to the beach is also the access that is equiped with public restrooms and outdoor rinse-off showers. The check-in and check-out were super easy. The garage fit our Camry rental with an inch to spare. Don't bring anything larger. This close to a public beach access, parking on the street can't be relied on.The water was hot and plentiful. The towels were clean and fluffy. A set of over-the-door hooks would have been appreciated in the bathroom.The beds and pillows were very comfortable. It said it slept 5, so with only 2 rooms, I assumed one of the couches was a sleeper couch. It wasn't, but we found a set of bedding (and a couple of sleeping mats). The couch still slept one even without it being a pull-out bed! The kitchen was adequately stocked with dishes and pans and small appliances. It did not have salt/pepper shakers or cooking oil.The weather for our stay was not warm enough to spend the day at the beach, but the beach accessories in the garage looked like fun. There was even a wagon to help carry items/kids to the beach. We appreciated and used the cooler.We didn't spend much time in the property. But when we were there, the wifi and tv worked, we didn't hear the neighbors, and we enjoyed our time there! We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn c.

Liked: Cleanliness

The whale

The perfect location with the best view
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Excellent location! We were able to walk to so many great coffee spots, boardwalk, beach, corner stores, eateries, nice grassy area on Law St.The condo was very quiet, comfortable, had everything we needed; our host was very responsive. It was great we had a garage for rental car. Advise small, very compact car. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always love this spot

This is the second time to stay here. It is best spot for a morning coffee or an evening stroll on the beach. Very quiet and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin N.

Great location

Overall, our stay was pleasant. The apartment is located in a beautiful location. We did have some issues with the electrical which caused our power to be out overnight into the next afternoon.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne m.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a view!

Excellent vacation and view! Nice and bright space. Super clean! Excellent communication with management. Can’t beat the location. The outside private patio area was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate H., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

The Whale Ocean View was perfect for our needs - great location with a balcony overlooking the beach with fantastic sunset views!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Perfect location with beautiful views. The unit is dated but met our needs and we were able to fit our rental in the garage when street parking wasn’t available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View

Property is perfect as we come to San Diego to experience the city and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach get-a-way

The property manager was great to work with. Had some snags in my reservation (my fault) and she worked it out so my vacation was not ruined. The only issue I had was parking. The garage does NOT fit any car so you have to depend on street parking and with all the beach goers that is hard to find unless it is after dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marika K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super cute and great location!

If anything, it was even cuter than the pictures! Location amazing and loved that it was quiet (not in party central).
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025