The Dana on Mission Bay
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About this property
The Dana on Mission Bay is a 3.5-star hotel in San Diego, centrally positioned within a 5-minute drive of Mission Bay and the Mission Beach Boardwalk. The property sits 1.3 miles from Mission Beach and offers easy access to San Diego International Airport, located 6 miles away.
The hotel offers 271 air-conditioned rooms, including 12 suites, each equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen televisions with satellite programming. Rooms feature MP3 docking stations, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, desks, safes, and phones. Guest comfort ratings average 4.4 out of 5.
Dining is available at Firefly Eatery & Bar, which serves Californian cuisine and offers pool views. Two poolside bars provide casual beverages. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for an additional fee. The property features two outdoor heated pools and two hot tubs, a fitness center, gift shops, a marina on site, a garden, picnic areas, and water sports equipment. Guests can also enjoy kayaking and motor boating on the bay, or take advantage of nearby activities including surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, and water skiing.
Check-in is between 4:00 PM and 3:00 AM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Dogs are welcome in designated pet-friendly rooms at $50 per night (up to 2 dogs with an 80-pound weight limit per room). The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible pools, fitness facilities, restaurants, and meeting spaces. A 24-hour front desk and business center are available.
Location & nearby attractions
Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Belmont Park - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Mission Beach - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Mission Bay - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Dog Beach - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Ocean Beach - 3.1 km / 2 mi
Pacific Beach - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Ocean Beach Park - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi
Mission Beach Boardwalk - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Crystal Pier - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Pacific Beach Park - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Ocean Beach Pier - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Pechanga Arena - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Old Town San Diego State Park - 4.9 km / 3 mi
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park - 4.9 km / 3.1 mi
The nearest airports are:
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 km / 6.9 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 16.8 km / 10.5 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 33.9 km / 21 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 44.8 km / 27.8 mi
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 51.4 km / 31.9 mi
The preferred airport for The Dana on Mission Bay is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
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Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Dogs allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room will be allowed with an 80 pound weight limit. Pet rate is $50 per night plus tax ($200 cap). For stays of 7-29 nights
- an additional $100 pet cleaning fee is added. If damage occurs or excessive cleaning is needed
- the hotel may charge additionally to cover the costs of repair/cleaning.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 39.95 to 39.95 for adults, and USD 25.95 to 25.95 for children
- Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 14.95 per night (4-device limit, rates may vary)
- Self parking fee: USD 29 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
- Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Know before you go
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).