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| | Adventure : Crystal Pier Hotel : Fine Living |
 | | Dating back to the 1930s, the cottages, built on a pier that extends out over sand and surf just north of Mission Bay, are nothing fancy, but there's no better way to experience California beach life than sleeping right over shoreline. |
 | | Whichever unit you choose, bear in mind that this is not the quietest place to stay, with cars thumping along the deck and day-trippers strolling outside from morning to night. |
 | | The pier is open to the public during daylight hours, and even at night when the gates are locked, the sound of the surf pounding below can be quite loud. |
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