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Located on 10 tropically landscaped acres next to Mission Bay, this hotel is just 1 km away from SeaWorld San Diego and 1.6 km away from San Diego's Mission Beach. The Dana on Mission Bay features a waterfront contemporary restaurant, 2 outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs and a seasonal pool bar. Guest rooms at this hotel include a flat-screen TV, a microwave and compact refrigerator. Select rooms overlook the hotel's marina. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and free toiletries in each guest room. The hotel staff can make arrangement for tours, dinner reservations and attraction tickets. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling, fishing and canoeing. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is 4 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 5 km from The Dana on Mission Bay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Private parking at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
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2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good breakfast with omelettes etc, nice facilities. Helpful and friendly staff. Drop off/ pick up service ro Sea World.
  • Ariane
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Nice room with fridge, microwave and coffee machine. Location was great and the Marina was very nice!
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great breakfast, very polite, helpful and fun staff. The rooms were arranged around the pool but there were plenty of palms between the rooms and the pool so there was very little noise. Ice machines, plenty of parking and laundry facilities made...
  • Tomas
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Excellent position of resort and super view from terrace of room 👍
  • Gottskalk
    Poland Poland
    Location of the hotel is great. Friendly and helpful staff.
  • Lilybell
    United States United States
    Restaurant food was delicious. Every room has amazing views and easy access to harbor..
  • Thomas
    France France
    Very nice staff, location close to some beach and to the Belmont Park (even by walk). Very confortable bed, especially pillows. Nice Marina and restaurant.
  • Weslie
    United States United States
    the views were incredible. Wish we had more time to take in the amenities.
  • Dmitry
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good location, very helpful staff, good facilities
  • T
    Tyrell
    United States United States
    Customer service was good place clean good room good vibes walked around for a little while enjoyed the view of the boats and water I had a wonderful time

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Is this have a separate bed room

    One room only, 300sq ft.
    Answered on 29 November 2019
  • Is the parking included in the $32/night resort fee??

    Parking is a separate fee of $25 per night.
    Answered on 29 November 2019
  • Is there a continental breakfast

    No, however as a guest of the hotel you do receive 50% off the breakfast buffet.
    Answered on 23 October 2019
  • Are the pools heated?

    Yes, both of our pools are heated year round.
    Answered on 23 October 2019
  • Do you charge a deposit at check in

    We do authorize your card an additional $50 per night for incidentals.
    Answered on 27 July 2021
  • do you shuttle to seaworld?

    Yes, we provide a shuttle to SeaWorld.
    Answered on 31 July 2023
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Firefly Eatery & Bar
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic

Facilities of The Dana on Mission Bay
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs US$29 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Minimarket on site
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
The Dana on Mission Bay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubDiscoverCash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note:

Pet Policy: Small dogs permitted with advance approval with a non-refundable pet cleaning deposit. Please contact property directly for more details.

Resort Fee

Your ticket to a great getaway on the bay! $32 per room/night includes:

• Business Center and complimentary printing

• 2 Bottles Water in Room Daily

• Shuttle Service to Seaworld

• High Speed Wireless Internet

• Dive-In Movies (seasonal)

• Attraction Ticket Discounts

• Beach Chair & Umbrella Rentals

• Free Local Phone Calls

• Fitness Center

• Lawn Games and Board Games

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about The Dana on Mission Bay

  • The Dana on Mission Bay has 1 restaurant:

    • Firefly Eatery & Bar
  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Dana on Mission Bay on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at The Dana on Mission Bay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Dana on Mission Bay is 5.6 miles from the centre of San Diego. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Dana on Mission Bay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Happy hour
    • Fitness
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Aerobics
    • Movie nights
    • Live music/performance
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Swimming Pool
  • Check-in at The Dana on Mission Bay is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at The Dana on Mission Bay include:

    • Double
    • Quadruple
    • Family
    • Triple
  • The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from The Dana on Mission Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.