Pet-Friendly San Diego: Best Dog Beaches, Parks, & Cafés Near The Dana on Mission Bay
If you’re looking for the best pet-friendly hotel in San Diego, The Dana on Mission Bay is a favorite of pet lovers who enjoy visiting our coastal paradise. At The Dana, we treat your favorite furry friend like family, and they are always welcome to stay with us during your visit.
Since it’s so obvious we are dog lovers at our San Diego pet-friendly hotel, we have prepared a Dana for Dogs Hotel Package for those who want to bring their favorite pooch along, as well as a special Welcome Kit for your favorite furry friend!
The Dana for Dogs Package Includes:
Daily $25 “Cuisine & Cocktail” Credit
Cleaning Fee Waived ($40/nightly Value)
All the Pet Perks from our Dana for Dogs Welcome Kit:
"Pet in Room" Privacy Sign
Custom Keepsake Water Bowl
Disposable Bags
Dog Treats
When you arrive at The Dana on Mission Bay, you will immediately know how much we love dogs. From the waterfront paths on Mission Bay for walks to the sprawling areas around the resort to throw a frisbee or ball, your furry friend is welcome to join in the fun during your San Diego vacation. You can even bring Fido to dinner at our onsite dog-friendly restaurant, Firefly Eatery & Bar!
If you are ready for a SoCAL pet-friendly adventure you won’t soon forget. Here are some of the best places for guests to visit, dine, and explore with their dogs in San Diego.
Dog-Friendly Restaurants in San Diego Near The Dana on Mission Bay
Firefly Eatery & Bar (Onsite at The Dana)
Enjoy cool, casual waterfront dining at Firefly Eatery & Bar onsite at The Dana. You and your pooch can relax with stunning views of the Bayside pool, private marina, and Mission Bay. Dine on fresh coastal cuisine with local craft beers, curated wines, and handcrafted cocktails while Fido has some cool refreshing water. Firefly is a perfect spot just steps from your suite that you and your dogs can enjoy. Check out the amazing menu here.
Bayside Landing (2.9 Miles from Hotel)
This friendly “Cheers” style bar is one of the most popular dog-friendly restaurants San Diego has to offer. With an eclectic dinner and bar menu, there is never a dull moment at Bayside Landing in San Diego. You’ll love Taco Tuesdays and stone oven pizzas…and don’t forget to bring your fur baby for dinner and drinks on the patio where they have their own menu with chicken, hamburger, and rice dishes made especially for them.
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (5.7 Miles from Hotel)
This pet-friendly restaurant near the Dana on Mission Bay is popular with locals and visitors…and pooches! They even have their own doggy menu that includes fun meals for them like grilled hamburger or chicken bowls with brown rice and veggies! Human guests at the Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar will enjoy an extensive menu with everything from an appetizer of Pie Tin Nachos to Braised Beef Birria Noodles and Campfire Pot Roast. You’ll also want to try their craft beers and happy hour menu specials!
Beaches and Dog Parks in San Diego
Ocean Beach Dog Beach (3.0 Miles from Hotel)
Known as one of the first leash-free beaches in the U.S., Ocean Beach Dog Beach is a popular place for pet lovers and an original California beach town. This pet-loving beach community welcomes dogs of all sizes and breeds and is committed to improving and preserving Dog Beach for future generations to use.
Fiesta Island (3.1 Miles from Hotel)
This large, sandy island in San Diego is the perfect spot for adventurous pets! Designated as leash-free for dogs, Fiesta Island has plenty of sand dunes to play in, calm bay waters to swim in, and is a great way to spend the day in dog-friendly San Diego with your best furry friend.
Balboa Park’s Nate’s Point Dog Park (6.6 Miles from Hotel)
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week, this popular fenced dog park provides 2.3 acres for dogs to run and play. One of the best dog parks San Diego has in the area, Nate’s Point Dog Park also offers great amenities that include lots of shade, a drinking fountain, and picnic tables.
Del Mar Dog Beach San Diego (19.5 Miles from Hotel)
Del Mar’s beaches are for everyone, including your fur babies. Del Mar Dog Beach offers dog-friendly hikes San Diego pooches and owners will both enjoy. It also has volleyball courts, restrooms, and more at this popular pet-friendly beach in San Diego. Get out and enjoy the California sunshine and toss a Frisbee or ball for your furry pal to enjoy.
Bring Your Dog on Your California Vacation Getaway at The Dana on Mission Bay, the Best Pet-Friendly Hotel in San Diego
Are you ready for a vacation getaway with your pet? Book our Dana for Dogs Stay Package to bring your furry friends with you on your vacation to San Diego. You and your dogs will enjoy pet-friendly San Diego activities, restaurants, beaches, and more at The Dana during your visit.
The Dana on Mission Bay is the best pet-friendly hotel in San Diego, and we look forward to welcoming you and your four-legged family members on your next San Diego getaway!
