San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego, California

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Aqua Restaurant
Room Terrace
Restaurant
Bar
Standard Room
Garden View Room
Mantra 'The Art of Spa'
The Marketplace
Aqua Restaurant
Room Terrace
Restaurant
Bar
Standard Room
Garden View Room
Mantra 'The Art of Spa'
The Marketplace

The hotel

You’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do at San Diego Mission Bay Resort. Spread over 18 waterfront acres, you can enjoy spa treatments, play tennis or go sailing, take dips in the pool and strolls along the sandy beachfront. Choose to eat on the waterfront looking out across Mission Bay, enjoy drinks around an outdoor fire pit or hide away with a fresh pastry and a Zoka coffee in the café. Kids will love it at this retreat too — there’s a seasonal Kids Kamp, beach games and bike rentals, as well as dive-in films by the pool and s'mores by the bayside fire pits.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Tennis
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Set overlooking Mission Bay on 18 acres of lush landscaping. It's an easy drive to the world famous Gaslamp District.

Hotel information

357 rooms between 2-8 floors in 7 buildings with 2 lifts. All rooms with balcony/terrace, air-conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, tea/coffee-making facilities and mini-fridge. Standard Rooms are in the 8-storey tower and have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Garden View Rooms have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Bay View Rooms,have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

A total destination complete with a dramatic open-air lobby, resort pool with private cabanas, world-class spa, fitness center, and fine and casual dining restaurants.

Acqua California Bistro (waterfront dining, wines and craft beers, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner), The Olive Lounge (open for lunch, dinner and cocktails, with outdoor fire pit seating), Aroma café (open for breakfast and lunch), Fresco’s Bar and Grill (poolside snack bar). Freeform swimming pool. Kids' pool with water feature. Poolside cabanas*. Spa Brezza*. Steam room, whirlpool. Fitness centre. Yoga*. Tennis courts. Water sports*. Bike rentals*. Beach volleyball, basketball, giant chess, board games, table tennis. WiFi*. Self-parking $45 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $40 USD per night, plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes: - Internet access – Access to fitness centre – Activities including pool and tennis court access – Beach chairs and umbrellas - Local/toll free calls - Board games and resort games (volleyball, basketball, giant chess, giant checkers and more) - Seasonal weekly s'mores nights. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

Minimum stay dates apply.

*Denotes local charge.

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Jul 20, 2025 Pamela F San Diego, California, United States

As a San Diego local, it takes a special kind of experience to make me feel like I'm on vacation in my own backyard—but Covewood at the Mission Bay Resort delivered that and more. My sister and I grabbed dinner at the bar and had the best time, thanks in huge part to the dynamic duo behind the bar: Sami and Kay. These two were absolute… Read more
As a San Diego local, it takes a special kind of experience to make me feel like I'm on vacation in my own backyard—but Covewood at the Mission Bay Resort delivered that and more. My sister and I grabbed dinner at the bar and had the best time, thanks in huge part to the dynamic duo behind the bar: Sami and Kay. These two were absolute pros—gracefully handling a bar full of patrons and a massive party of 30, all while still making us feel like VIPs. It’s rare to find bartenders who can juggle chaos and connection with that much style. And get this—when they’re not serving up flawless cocktails and warm hospitality, they’re rescuing dogs and running book clubs. (Yes, really. Book clubs and puppy love. I mean, come on!) It’s no exaggeration to say they’re the kind of people who make a place unforgettable. Covewood itself? Gorgeous. Breezy. That perfect blend of upscale comfort and laid-back SoCal energy. The food hit the spot, the drinks were spot-on, and the whole evening left us wondering why we don’t do this more often. If you’re visiting from out of town—or lucky enough to live here—do yourself a favor and spend an evening at Covewood. Bonus points if you get a seat at the bar with Sami and Kay. Your soul will thank you. Read less
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Jul 19, 2025 Huddle415 San Francisco, California

The pool area offered a truly refreshing experience with its crystal-clear water and comfortable lounge chairs. The waitstaff consistently delivered exceptional service, always attentive to our needs with a smile. The convenience of the location, just steps away from the beach, allowed for seamless transitions. We especially appreciated that we… Read more
The pool area offered a truly refreshing experience with its crystal-clear water and comfortable lounge chairs. The waitstaff consistently delivered exceptional service, always attentive to our needs with a smile. The convenience of the location, just steps away from the beach, allowed for seamless transitions. We especially appreciated that we didn't have to leave the resort to enjoy such beautiful amenities. Overall, it was a remarkable experience. Read less
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Jul 18, 2025 Joseph C

Near-perfect phone-response, perfect housecleaning, perfect restaurant service, perfect bar service, perfect gift-shop experience.
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Jul 18, 2025 Vonnzy33 Ladera Ranch, United States

The rooms are amazing. The resort is amazing. Where else can you go from the pool to paddleboarding in just a few steps. You never have to leave the resort, they have everything you could need.
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Jul 17, 2025 Mark P

We loved the resort. I grew up near San Diego and have gone to Mission Bay many times in my youth. It was fun to stay on the bay and share the beauty with my family. Rentals for water sports are available. The Sea World fireworks lighting up the bay at night was an added bonus. Everyone loved their time at SD MB Resort.