How to Find Airbnb Rentals with Beach View
155
Amenity code
Usually hidden
In Airbnb's UI
500+
Filters on CustomBNB
Quick Answer
Airbnb's standard search only shows ~24 amenity filters. Beach View is often hidden in the standard UI. Use the button below to search Airbnb with Beach View pre-filtered — or read on to understand how it works.
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Beach view is meaningfully different from beachfront — it means you can see the beach or ocean from the property, not that you have direct beach access from your door. Airbnb's search bundles these together in practice, which leads to travellers booking a "beach" listing expecting direct access and getting a view several blocks away instead. Knowing the difference upfront prevents that mismatch.
When you open Airbnb's search filter panel, you'll see options for basic amenities like "Wifi" and "Pool." But for more specific features like Beach View, the filter may not appear at all — or it's buried so deep that most travellers never find it. Airbnb has assigned an internal amenity code to Beach View (code: 155), but their UI simply doesn't expose it.
This forces travellers into one of two bad options: read through every listing description hoping the host mentioned it, or book somewhere and discover the amenity isn't available after you arrive.
How CustomBNB Lets You Filter by Beach View
CustomBNB aggregates all of Airbnb's internal amenity codes — including Beach View (code 155) — and surfaces them through a simple, searchable interface. When you click the search button, CustomBNB generates an Airbnb URL with the amenity code appended, sending you directly to pre-filtered results on Airbnb's platform.
You're not leaving Airbnb's ecosystem — you're just arriving with your filters already set. CustomBNB requires no account to try, and takes under 30 seconds. For a deeper look at how Airbnb's hidden filter system works, read our complete guide to Airbnb's hidden amenity codes.
Opens CustomBNB with Beach View pre-selected.
How to Search Airbnb for Beach View: Step by Step
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Click the search button above (or go to custombnb.app). Beach View will be pre-selected for you.
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Optionally add more filters. Want Beach View AND a pool? AND fast WiFi? You can stack as many as you need.
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Click "Search Airbnb." You'll be taken directly to Airbnb.com with Beach View already filtered. Enter your dates and location to finalise your search.
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Browse results and book directly on Airbnb as you normally would. CustomBNB has no involvement in the booking process.
Tips for Booking an Airbnb with Beach View
Verify the Beach View before you commit
Airbnb amenities are self-reported by hosts. Before booking, scan the listing photos for the Beach View, check that recent reviews mention it positively, and read the "Things to know" section for any caveats. A filter match is a starting point — not a guarantee.
Message the host to confirm if it's a dealbreaker
If Beach View is essential to your trip, send the host a quick message before booking to confirm it's available and in working order for your dates. Most hosts respond within a few hours. Getting it in writing also protects you if there's a dispute after check-in.
What else to look for in the listing
Ask the host for a photo taken from the actual room or balcony you'll be staying in — "beach view" is sometimes true from a rooftop common area but not from individual units. Confirm the distance to the beach itself if direct access matters to your trip.
Best Cities for Beach View Airbnb Rentals
These destinations have the highest concentration of Airbnb listings with beach view — use CustomBNB to filter by this amenity in any of them.
- 📍Santa Monica, CA
- 📍Ocean City, MD
- 📍Destin, FL
- 📍Myrtle Beach, SC
- 📍San Diego, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Airbnb have a Beach View filter?
Airbnb assigns an internal amenity code to Beach View (code 155), but it is not shown in their standard filter UI. The code exists in Airbnb's system and hosts use it to tag their listings — guests just can't access it through the normal search panel.
How do I search for an Airbnb with a Beach View?
The easiest way is to use CustomBNB. Visit custombnb.app, select Beach View from the filter list, and click "Search Airbnb." You'll land directly on Airbnb with the Beach View filter already applied.
Can I combine the Beach View filter with other amenities?
Yes — CustomBNB lets you stack multiple amenity filters simultaneously. You can combine Beach View with pool, sauna, beachfront, or any of 490+ other filters to generate a single Airbnb search URL showing only listings that match every amenity you selected.
Combine Beach View with Other Amenity Filters
One of CustomBNB's most useful features is multi-filter stacking. Select Beach View alongside any other amenity and CustomBNB builds a single Airbnb URL that returns only listings matching all of them.
Popular Beach View combinations
For romantic getaways
Pair Beach View with an indoor fireplace, hot tub, or private pool for a couples' retreat. Stack all three filters in CustomBNB to find listings that have every element you need — no scrolling through pages of results that almost match.
For group and family trips
Combine Beach View with a game room, pool, or BBQ grill for group bookings where everyone needs something to do. Multi-filter stacking means you find the right property in one search instead of compromising on what matters most.
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Find Airbnbs with Beach View in Popular Destinations
CustomBNB works for any destination Airbnb covers. Here are some of the most popular US cities where travellers search for beach view rentals. Use the search tool to apply Beach View as a filter and enter any of these locations on Airbnb.
Links open CustomBNB with Beach View pre-selected.
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