Dana Hotel on Mission Bay

United States , San Diego - CA
SAN DIEGO, 1710 West Mission Bay Dr
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100 reviews shown

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

René

NICE PLACE TO STAY

Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Richard

Everything

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Aloaloolela

Firefly dinner was great! Loved the lobster mac & cheese and calamari! Salmon and coconut rice was very tasteful! I loved the hospitality and everyone there was very friendly! I loved this resort!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Christina

Within a mile walk to the beach/Boardwalk. It was always able to grab a chair by the pool. Pretty standard hotel room. Took advantage of the discounted water adventures! Found on Expedia and would recommend.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Sara

Loved it

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2026

KATHI

The room was very quiet and comfortable. The staff was excellent and friendly. We didn't use the pool, because it was cold. The breakfasts were very good, although they seemed expensive compared of going off site.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Cesiro

We had a great stay at The Dana. The property is beautiful and my kid loved riding her tricycle along the boardwalk. The pools were nicely heated, warm but not gross warm. The pools next to the restaurant has an 2.5 foot depth at one end so my little ones could stand and swim around. Great time.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Angel

Our stay was excellent!!! After spending the day on the beach it was nice coming into a clean fresh room every day. Winding down the evening with a quick soak in the hot tub was fabulous. Cant wait until next year!!!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

Ben

Hidden fees for resort and parking that we didn't know about until after check out. Each day

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2026

Marah

The pool was not heated

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2026

Nichole

This is my favorite hotel in san diego! I love the Dana its my 2nd time here and it will be the only hotel i book. The property is so Beautiful right on Misson Bay. I also had the best room i get the bayview junior suite and the guy at the front desk was so accommodating he gave me the the 2nd floor and we had the best view of the bay. Everyone is so nice and welcoming! The room is super clean and so is the property! I honestly never want to leave when i go hear its so sad till next time ❤️ Thank you for having us!!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Randi

Location was amazing just minutes away from SeaWorld and the Beach. The rooms were very comfortable and clean. The property was well maintained

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Teresa

Quiet, clean, beautifull grounds

Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

Eva

We have stayed at the Dana a few times and we are gonna be booking in the future. We love this place

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

Valerie

It was my boyfriends birthday weekend and we had a really great time. Love being spoiled in nice comfy beds and pillows. I nice cool breeze coming in through the windows over looking the pool. Super relaxing getaway. Plus so chill to take a long nap and enjoy the ocean air!!!!

Partner

4/10

Poor

03 May 2026

Barbara

I was expecting a beautiful dream vacation based on the marketing and reviews. I usually stay at a chain hotel, i thought I would give the Dana a try hoping for a new perspective.
Wrong! It was not as nice as advertised from introduction of the process by the most unengaging receptionist not giving any reason to be excited. Offered an upgrade right off should have been a big hint of the room expectations
Sad to say I have not found that place yet that is not a chain...back to the upscale they are really upscale or at least honest about the low rate experience

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Jennifer

Enjoyed our quick stay at the Dana. Had everything we needed. The location was great

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2026

Seanna

The property itself is definitely a bit nostalgic – very much in the style of the 60s beach family vacation vibe, which can feel a little bit dated or charming, depending on your view. It’s a really beautiful spot and there are two pool areas as well as a walking path along the bay. Room was nice, clean, and comfortable. Would definitely recommend. The only downside is that you really do need to get in your car to go exploring, but it’s pretty centrally located with easy drive to Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, and the airport or downtown. But if you’re looking to be in an area where you can walk to shops, cafés, restaurants that’s not what this offers. But very relaxing to sit by the pool and there is a restaurant on site.

Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2026

Heather

It was a nice stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Bernadine

The Dana is always our favorite place to visit!

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Deividas

A really nice area to relax and hang around.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Diana

Enjoyed the music playing by the pool!!
Great time of year to have the fire pit table keeping us warm while enjoying our night cap

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Evan

Hidden gem! Great pool!

Business

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2026

Colin

Nice place, great location but for $300 a night I was surprised there was a charge for $35 per night for parking.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Jill

One of our favorite spots. Roomy suites. Great water views. Walking paths. Close to restaurants and bars.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Alejandra

Great location. 1 mile from Belmont park and mission beach. Hotel was clean and staff was kind

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

26 Apr 2026

Robert

Everything was very nice. Water pressure was severely lacking. Made taking a shower feel like a poor experience. Could use an update.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Margery

Clean room, beautiful premises, dreamy pool, excellent staff and food options at Firefly restaurant. Will definitely stay here again! Family friendly and elevated for ultimate resort vacation vibes.

Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Susanne

Got off a cruise ship that morning so knew that our room would probably not be ready. Front desk staff said if there was one ready it would be subject to a $75 early check in fee so we decided to just stash our luggage and wait until later. Shuttle took us to spend the day at Sea World. When we returned our room was ready but it was incredibly hot and stuffy - musty odors - definitely an older property and no elevator so hauled suitcase up the stairs. Nice enough property in a great location but we had no time to enjoy any of the “amenities “ supposedly included in resort fee so can’t speak to that. The only window coverings were plantation type shutters which were horrible at keeping the light out. Beds and pillows pretty comfy but truthfully I had a much better (and less expensive) stay at the San Diego hotel we stayed at prior to the cruise.

Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Leslie

Clean room

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

Audrey

We stayed in a room with 2 queens; the spacing was tight. The faucet and handle in the tub/shower was loose and the shower head was almost too high for a 5'6\" person to reach. Our room, on the 2nd level, had a view over the parking lot, of the marina. The staff was friendly. The food and drink prices have been inflated. There is a happy hour, but it doesn't apply at the small pool.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

Jeffrey

Pool was always clean

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

david

3 day 2 night trip to celebrate our 31st anniversary.
Spectacular bay view from our balcony!
Restaurant was awesome!
Completely delightful!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Kristal

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Beverley

Great restaurant on the premises - room was nice and clean - staff friendly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Jina

good

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Teresa

Great staff; lots of amenities. Typical rooms with older faucets in bathtub. Wish they had a parking spot for events away from guest rooms. Overall, great experience.

Pet

4/10

Poor

22 Apr 2026

Jeffrey

This hotel was pretty average in terms of cleanliness and amenities. It's a good location, very close to SeaWorld, was about a 15 minute walk to Mission Beach. Not very much in the immediate vicinity though.

I did have several issues with this place though:

1) I paid extra for a room with a view, however, the way this hotel is set up, there are no interior hallways. There is an exterior walkway along the front side of the room, that's where you enter. The view is also on the front side of the room. So basically, you have people walking in front of your room all the time. So, you have to choose between having privacy and closing your blinds, or having a view. I prefer privacy, so I basically had no view.

2) The sinks and mirror are open to the room. Meaning, if someone is getting ready, doing makeup, hair, etc. and they want privacy or the other person wants to sleep, there's no way to shut the door. It looks like there maybe used to be a door separating it from the room, but they have been removed. We ended up having to hang robes from the door frame to make a makeshift curtain.

3) The AC is located in the area where the sinks are and does not do a great job cooling the room unless you have it turned all the way up. This is also conflicts with problem number 2 because you'll freeze if you have to stand directly in front of it for a while when you're getting ready, so you end up having to turn it off, making the person in the room have to deal with the heat.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Laura

Beautiful property with amazing views of the bay. Exceptional staff through. Was upgraded from jr suite to a full suite upon arrival and it was amazing room - spacious, clean, comfy bed, great balcony. Room service was great and quick and breakfast poolside was excellent. Fabulous stay!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Elizabeth

Room was clean and pleasant. Comfortable bed and pillows. Bathroom very dated. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Restaurant on property was very good with a good variety of food and drinks.

8/10

Excellent

21 Apr 2026

Christine

Everything was nice. The room was nice with a great view. Two things that irritated me. The mandatory self parking fee that was only disclosed at checkout and another guest repeatedly in the parking lot smoking marijuana. I understand it’s legal, personally the smell makes me immediately sick.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Apr 2026

Alejandra

The place is old, the rooms smelled musty, resort fees plus $35 a night for parking

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Michael D

Excellent

Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Charles

Had a great time at The Dana while visiting San Diego. The staff was great and the property was well kept.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Dorothy

It is a beautiful place to stay.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Karen

We had a family gathering with 6 adults and 3 small children. The hotel staff accommodated all our needs especially at mealtime. It was a perfect place to celebrate a family birthday and we are so grateful for the hospitality and beautiful surroundings!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Sandra

We enjoyed our stay. Will definitely be coming back. We felt safe and everyone was very friendly.

Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2026

Mark

Cleaning staff was excellent!
Rooms are more dated than appears on the website. No place to sit in the room other than the bed. So room service was out of the question.
Firefly restaurant was nice and their waitstaff was also excellent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Riko

The room smelled a bit but overall it was great place to stay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

18 Apr 2026

Julie

The staff were nice and we liked the amenities, but there were quite a few bugs in our room, and the carpet felt dirty.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

hua

Out pool has so beautiful view. Great room service

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Diana

We had the best time at the pool with the kids

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Kristin

The Dana was wonderful. The location was terrific. Both pools were very nice. They let us borrow chairs and an umbrella for the beach. And we were given free drink tickets and a deal on parking. Loved that there was space to walk around and explore. Would love to come back again!!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Melissa

Great hotel very close to Sea Workd

6/10

Pleasant

17 Apr 2026

Oriana

It's a motel that charges resort and parking fees. Echoing others' comments about a mildewy room smell, we had bugs in our room. However, the beds were comfortable and the location is easy to get to Mission Beach, downtown, or La Jolla attractions.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Brian

My wife and I are locals just looking to have nice stay near Mission Bay for the weekend and we're glad we chose this place! We had a wonderful king suite looking west at the bay. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, the restaurant and bar have a delicious diverse menu with good prices. Loved the closeness to the freeway, the park bay and the beach. We will be back again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2026

Katie

Very clean, good location

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

16 Apr 2026

Anthony and Keyona

Overall it was nice. It was clean and restaurant food was really good and service was great!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Heidi

Had a wonderful stay at The Dana! Amenities were fantastic. Two pools with hot tubs made our evenings fun and relaxing. Convenient location made Ubering cheap and easy. The food was great, and the service from all staff was excellent. They went above and beyond!

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

16 Apr 2026

LaDaisha

It looks like an older property. My room was worn and not the cleanest. I’m from the south, so I’m use to southern hospitality. The staff was not rude but they also were not warm and hospitable.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Marlene Renee

Everything was good, our only complaint want cleaning staff turning ACs off while out of the room.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Charise

We only come here we love the Dana.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Theresa

This property fit our needs perfectly. Nice room great views. The restaurant was great. Staff was wonderful. It was a wonderful stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Brandon

My family and I had a great time, friendly staff

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Felecia

This property is beautiful. I love the walking trail by the water. The view is very relaxing and I'll definitely be returning.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Rodney

Loved staying here! Waking up to the view of the marina was breathtaking! Loved how close it was to Sea World and Mission beach. The hotel shuttles came in handy for transportation. The grounds were neat and well kept. Staff is very nice. Checkin was quick and smooth. Would definitely stay here again.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Derek

Love the hotel. Everything is beautiful. The location can’t be beat

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

13 Apr 2026

Ryan

The property is amazing. The pools are clean and well kept. Housekeeping did a great job with the rooms. It is a great place for families and kids!

The staff was solid but definitely depended on whom I talked to. There were some that were very helpful and went out of their way to assist and a few others that were not very helpful when something was needed or we had a question.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

13 Apr 2026

Justine

Super friendly staff. Thank you all for being so kind! Room was clean. The pools were really nice, though I think the heater wasn’t working in the small one for the first night as it was very cold. Personally loved that they did the movie at the pool nightly, though I could see how this could be disturbing to some. I wish there was continental breakfast, it’s just a nice option for staying places, though they had a restaurant you could order from. We never ate there as there were other options close by. The beds could be a lil more comfy but that’s just my preference. Property was beautiful and would stay again.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2026

Kaycee

The pool and hot tub were great but I think closing at 10 is unfortunate. I also wish they had adult only hours for the pool, but no biggie. Aside from the blonde lady at the front desk, and the bald bartender at Firefly, all of the staff had pretty poor attitudes which put a damper on our trip because we were here for a birthday .. I have stayed here and Paradise Point and would not stay here again, I would choose the latter. However, the rooms were really nice and I loved the amenities that came with it. Good food and strong drinks. For the price point, it was fine, but next time I will shell out the extra few $$$ to stay down the street at Paradise.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Nyxy

The scenery was very nice, the kids loved the pool. I wish the restaurant menu had more food options. I also wish they didn’t charge for parking. The shower is very noisy. Everything was needed in the room.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Lisa

Convenient location if you are going to Seaworld!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

David

The Dana is a beautiful resort. Once you enter, you are emerged in a tropical paradise, totally removed from busy life of San Diego! The lush tropical plantings, gardens, pools and the marina put you in another world. The grounds are meticulously maintained, the hotel and restaurant staff are friendly, and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Patricia

The pools were great! Kid approved.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Katlyn

Great stay. Room was clean and modern. Very comfortable.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Sean

This hotel was one of my favorite places I've ever stayed dog friendly, great staff. The beds were so comfortable. The pool area was amazing super clean definitely would come back.

Pet

6/10

Pleasant

10 Apr 2026

Stephen

Thought the property was really nice and conveniently located.

The charge of $35 a night to park your car was excessive though. First time I have ever been charged at a hotel that wasn’t in the city center. With the parking fee and the resort fee it added nearly $50 a night to my stay that I wasn’t expecting.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2026

Terrell Briane

Wonderful stay for our family traveling with a 3 and 6 year old. The pool was big hit, and the kids especially loved the nightly poolside movies. Loved the proximity to Mission Beach and SeaWorld.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2026

Rhona

The entire stay was great!! The staff were nice and the amenities plus resort restaurant was great!! Only thing we didn’t like was the pillows, for whatever reason they weren’t that comfortable for us but otherwise, I would 100% recommend this place.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2026

Valerie

Very relaxing, nice hotel. A little outdated in rooms but beautiful outdoors landscape and great location.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Janis

We stayed in a junior suite with a bay view. The room was spacious and very clean. Beds were comfortable. The property has 2 pools with a dive in movie shown every night at 7:30 at the Tropical Pool. Fun for kids.
We enjoyed several meals at their Firefly restaurant with very nice garden area seating.
Very nice overall stay.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Marisela

Beautiful view, delicious breakfast and bar!
Recommended for good time and relaxing room.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

David

The staff was amazing

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Debbie

The staff was friendly. The pool was heated & nice. The restaurant was very nice.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2026

Michael

Nice resort. $35.00 per night parking is awful...shouldn't be a charge for parking while staying here!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2026

Rene

Nice clean hotel,friendly staff !

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Natasha

It was a great resort

Pet

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2026

Michael

Room are a little dated, but they cleaned them everyday we were there. Was nice to have a good restaurant on site and to have a bar at the 2nd pool. Staff was very friendly and the location is great!

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Marlon

clean room, staff accommodating, gym was enough, laundry was perfect

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2026

John

The room was clean and the staff was friendly

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Eugene

Loved the beautiful grounds, nice pools and quaint restaurant near the pool. Great walking/biking path and marina. Enjoyed the proximity to both ocean and bay activities. Out Room was spotless and well serviced.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Sean

The property was amazing the staff was friendly we went to both pools 10/10 the firefly restaurant was a 10/10 and had a lot of families there would recommend this place for families very family friendly environment!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Brett

Great location! Walking distance (1 mile) from Mission Beach. I would stay here again.

6/10

Pleasant

06 Apr 2026

Hailey

Responsive Front Desk

Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Kimbia

I Love this property! My family has stayed here three years in a row, and it's first class every time. The room, the staff, and the restaurant are incredible!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2026

Joshua

Very nice property with relaxing atmosphere. Check in and check out was easy with friendly staff. Room was very clean and comfortable. Walking around the property during evening hours was very relaxing. Only negative was the window shaking airplane noise for like an hour in the morning. This seemed like a daily scheduled air force training of some sort. 15 minute drive to downtown and other interesting areas. Beaches along the roads of the bay were very nice. We will come back to this place when in San Diego.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2026

Cathy

The room was comfortable and attractive. The view was wonderful and the staff accommodating.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2026

Nvard

We like it.

Family