San Diego is a sunny Pacific coastal city of about 1.39 million people on the Mexican border, known for Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, beaches from La Jolla to Coronado, a large Navy presence, craft beer and Baja-influenced food.
Accommodation overview
San Diego hotels cluster in several distinct districts. Downtown and the Gaslamp Quarter hold the largest group of full-service and boutique hotels near Petco Park, the Convention Center, the cruise terminal and the trolley, with Little Italy just north offering smaller boutique and budget stays. Coronado, across the bay, is the classic resort island centered on the Hotel del Coronado, while La Jolla provides upscale village and cliff-top hotels. Mission Bay and Pacific Beach cater to beach and family travelers, and Ocean Beach adds a relaxed surf-town base. Shelter Island, Harbor Island and Liberty Station suit visitors who want marina views and a short trip to San Diego International Airport, which sits about three miles from downtown. Old Town, Hillcrest and Mission Valley offer lower rates and trolley connections. Summer, the July Comic-Con International week and holiday weekends are the peak periods, while winter midweek stays are usually the cheapest.
- Budget
- $35-$150 per night (hostel beds, motels and economy hotels in Mission Valley, the airport area and Old Town), plus lodging taxes
- Mid-range
- $150-$450 per night for most chain and independent hotels in downtown, Mission Bay, Old Town and Point Loma, plus lodging taxes and any resort fee
- Luxury
- $300-$1,200+ per night at the Hotel del Coronado, La Valencia, Pendry San Diego, The Lodge at Torrey Pines, Fairmont Grand Del Mar and similar properties, before taxes and fees
- Where to stay
- Downtown or the Gaslamp Quarter for first-time visitors using the trolley; Coronado or La Jolla for a beach-resort stay; Mission Bay for families; Pacific Beach for nightlife and surf; the airport area or Shelter Island for early flights.
Hotels by budget
Find accommodation that fits your travel budget.
Budget-friendly
Holiday Inn Express Downtown San Diego
Holiday Inn Express Downtown San Diego is a budget accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 1430 7th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, free breakfast, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Best Western Plus Bayside Inn is a budget accommodation in Little Italy, San Diego, at 555 W Ash St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, free breakfast, bay views, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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La Pensione Hotel is a budget accommodation in Little Italy, San Diego, at 606 W Date St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include free breakfast, kitchenette in some rooms, courtyard, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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HI San Diego Downtown Hostel is a hostel accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 521 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include shared kitchen, lounge, free breakfast, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Beach Cottages is a budget accommodation in Pacific Beach, San Diego, at 4255 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include kitchens, pool, beach access, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside is a budget accommodation in Airport, San Diego, at 4875 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92106; amenities include pool, restaurant, bay views, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Ocean Beach Hotel is a budget accommodation in Ocean Beach, San Diego, at 5080 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107; amenities include beach access, coffee shop, pet friendly, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Motel 6 San Diego Hotel Circle is a budget accommodation in Mission Valley, San Diego, at 2424 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108; amenities include pool, pet friendly, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Super 8 by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle is a budget accommodation in Mission Valley, San Diego, at 445 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA 92108; amenities include pool, free breakfast, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 207 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, restaurant, bar, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 910 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include outdoor pool, spa, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hilton San Diego Bayfront is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, restaurants, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 333 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pools, marina, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Omni San Diego Hotel is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 675 L St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 509 9th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 435 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, LandShark Bar & Grill, 5 o'Clock Somewhere rooftop bar, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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The Sofia Hotel is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include restaurant, fitness center, bar, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Courtyard San Diego Downtown is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 530 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 421 W B St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop bar, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 660 K St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 401 K St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 601 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include indoor pool, free breakfast, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Porto Vista Hotel is a mid-range accommodation in Little Italy, San Diego, at 1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop deck, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages is a mid-range accommodation in Pacific Beach, San Diego, at 4500 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include pier-side cottages, kitchens, beach access, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Bay, San Diego, at 3999 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include bayfront, pool, spa, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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San Diego Mission Bay Resort is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Bay, San Diego, at 1775 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include bayfront, pool, spa, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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The Dana on Mission Bay is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Bay, San Diego, at 1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include pool, restaurant, marina, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Bay, San Diego, at 1441 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include pools, spa, marina, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa is a mid-range accommodation in Coronado, at 2000 2nd St, Coronado, CA 92118; amenities include pools, spa, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Glorietta Bay Inn is a mid-range accommodation in Coronado, at 1630 Glorietta Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118; amenities include historic mansion, pool, bay views, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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La Jolla Shores Hotel is a mid-range accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 8110 Camino del Oro, San Diego, CA 92037; amenities include oceanfront, pool, restaurant, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine is a mid-range accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 3777 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Humphreys Half Moon Inn & Suites is a mid-range accommodation in Point Loma/Shelter Island, San Diego, at 2303 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106; amenities include pool, marina, restaurant, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Kona Kai Resort & Spa is a mid-range accommodation in Point Loma/Shelter Island, San Diego, at 1551 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106; amenities include marina, pool, spa, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is a mid-range accommodation in Point Loma/Shelter Island, San Diego, at 2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106; amenities include pool, marina, bay views, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina is a mid-range accommodation in Point Loma/Shelter Island, San Diego, at 1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pools, marina, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island is a mid-range accommodation in Airport, San Diego, at 1960 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, restaurant, marina, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport-Liberty Station is a mid-range accommodation in Point Loma/Shelter Island, San Diego, at 2576 Laning Rd, San Diego, CA 92106; amenities include pool, kitchens, free breakfast, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Courtyard San Diego Airport/Liberty Station is a mid-range accommodation in Point Loma/Shelter Island, San Diego, at 2592 Laning Rd, San Diego, CA 92106; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Inn at Sunset Cliffs is a mid-range accommodation in Ocean Beach, San Diego, at 1370 Sunset Cliffs Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107; amenities include oceanfront, pool, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town is a mid-range accommodation in Old Town, San Diego, at 4041 Harney St, San Diego, CA 92110; amenities include pool, restaurant, hillside views, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant is a mid-range accommodation in Old Town, San Diego, at 2660 Calhoun St, San Diego, CA 92110; amenities include historic building, restaurant, State Historic Park location, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Handlery Hotel San Diego is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Valley, San Diego, at 950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108; amenities include pools, restaurant, tennis, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Town and Country San Diego is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Valley, San Diego, at 500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108; amenities include pools, restaurants, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego-Mission Valley is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Valley, San Diego, at 7450 Hazard Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92108; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Residence Inn San Diego Mission Valley is a mid-range accommodation in Mission Valley, San Diego, at 1865 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA 92108; amenities include pool, kitchens, free breakfast, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Inn at the Park is a mid-range accommodation in Hillcrest, San Diego, at 525 Spruce St, San Diego, CA 92103; amenities include kitchens, historic building, near Balboa Park, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel
The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel is a luxury accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include restaurant, bar, spa services, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Pendry San Diego is a luxury accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 550 J St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, restaurant, bar, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Andaz San Diego is a luxury accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 600 F St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop bar, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
Check rates on Booking.comThe Westgate Hotel
The Westgate Hotel is a luxury accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 1055 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include restaurant, fitness center, concierge, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Pacific Terrace Hotel is a luxury accommodation in Pacific Beach, San Diego, at 610 Diamond St, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include oceanfront pool, restaurant, kitchenette, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Tower23 Hotel is a luxury accommodation in Pacific Beach, San Diego, at 4551 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include oceanfront restaurant, bar, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa is a luxury accommodation in Mission Bay, San Diego, at 1404 W Vacation Rd, San Diego, CA 92109; amenities include pools, spa, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hotel del Coronado is a luxury accommodation in Coronado, at 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118; amenities include beachfront, pools, spa, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Loews Coronado Bay Resort is a luxury accommodation in Coronado, at 4000 Coronado Bay Rd, Coronado, CA 92118; amenities include marina, pools, spa, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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La Valencia Hotel is a luxury accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037; amenities include ocean-view pool, spa, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Grande Colonial La Jolla is a luxury accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 910 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037; amenities include restaurant, pool, spa services, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Pantai Inn is a luxury accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 1003 Coast Blvd, San Diego, CA 92037; amenities include beachfront, kitchenettes, free breakfast, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton is a luxury accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 7955 La Jolla Shores Dr, San Diego, CA 92037; amenities include oceanview pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
Check rates on Booking.comThe Lodge at Torrey Pines
The Lodge at Torrey Pines is a luxury accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 11480 N Torrey Pines Rd, San Diego, CA 92037; amenities include golf course, spa, restaurant, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is a luxury accommodation in La Jolla, San Diego, at 9700 N Torrey Pines Rd, San Diego, CA 92037; amenities include pools, spa, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Fairmont Grand Del Mar is a luxury accommodation in Torrey Pines/Del Mar Valley, San Diego, at 5300 Grand Del Mar Way, San Diego, CA 92130; amenities include golf course, spa, pools, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Choose your base based on your interests and travel style.
Downtown/Gaslamp
Gaslamp Quarter, East Village and the Embarcadero; the largest cluster of hotels, near Petco Park, the Convention Center and the Santa Fe Depot trolley and train stations.
Best for: All travelers
Little Italy
Walkable district of restaurants and the Saturday farmers market, with small boutique and budget hotels a short walk from the waterfront and Amtrak.
Best for: All travelers
Coronado
Island resort town reached by the Coronado Bridge or ferry, home to the Hotel del Coronado and a wide, quiet beach.
Best for: All travelers
La Jolla
Upscale seaside village with cove beaches, sea lions, the Birch Aquarium and cliff-top hotels.
Best for: All travelers
Mission Bay
Large aquatic park with bayfront resorts, family beaches and easy access to SeaWorld.
Best for: All travelers
Pacific Beach
Lively beach community with a boardwalk, surf culture, casual bars and oceanfront hotels.
Best for: All travelers
Ocean Beach
Laid-back surf town with a pier, independent shops and a small number of budget and motel-style stays.
Best for: All travelers
Point Loma/Shelter Island
Marina-side hotels on Shelter Island and Harbor Island, with Liberty Station and the Cabrillo National Monument nearby.
Best for: All travelers
Old Town
Historic birthplace of San Diego with Mexican restaurants, a State Historic Park and a trolley and Coaster stop.
Best for: All travelers
Hillcrest
Central urban neighborhood beside Balboa Park with restaurants, nightlife and a few small hotels.
Best for: All travelers
Mission Valley
Hotel Circle and Hazard Center area with larger, lower-priced hotels and trolley access to downtown and Petco Park.
Best for: All travelers
Airport
Bayside hotels along Harbor Drive a few minutes from San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Best for: All travelers
Torrey Pines/Del Mar Valley
Coastal canyon and golf-resort area north of La Jolla with destination resorts.
Best for: All travelers
Our top picks
Handpicked recommendations for every type of traveler.
The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel
The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel is a luxury accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include restaurant, bar, spa services, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Pendry San Diego is a luxury accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 550 J St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, restaurant, bar, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 207 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop pool, restaurant, bar, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 910 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include pool, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Andaz San Diego is a luxury accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 600 F St, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include rooftop bar, restaurant, fitness center, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is a mid-range accommodation in Downtown/Gaslamp, San Diego, at 1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA 92101; amenities include outdoor pool, spa, restaurants, and guests can verify current rates and booking details at the property website.
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Get the best deals and avoid common mistakes.
Add lodging taxes to every rate: the City of San Diego charges a transient occupancy tax, and hotels in the tourism marketing district add an assessment, so the final booking total is higher than the nightly rate.
Many resort hotels, including several in Coronado, Mission Bay and La Jolla, charge a daily resort or destination fee; the US FTC rule requires mandatory fees to appear in the displayed price.
Expect rates to spike during Comic-Con International (July), summer weekends and holiday weeks; book several months ahead for downtown and beachfront hotels.
Overnight parking at downtown and Coronado hotels commonly costs $40-$65 per night, so travelers without a car can use the Metropolitan Transit System trolley, buses and the Coronado Ferry instead.
Check the event calendar for Padres games, convention-center conferences and the San Diego County Fair, which raise rates in downtown and Del Mar-area hotels.
For solo budget travel, HI San Diego Downtown Hostel (hiusa.org) offers dorm beds and private rooms within walking distance of the Gaslamp Quarter and trolley.
Hotels along Harbor Drive, Shelter Island and Liberty Station are a short ride from San Diego International Airport, and many offer an airport shuttle; confirm the schedule with the property.
Many San Diego hotels allow free cancellation up to 24-72 hours before arrival on flexible rates; confirm the policy before paying a non-refundable discount rate.
Alternative accommodations
Beyond traditional hotels, consider these options.
Guesthouses
Family-run guesthouses offer authentic local experiences and often include home-cooked meals. Great for cultural immersion.
Serviced apartments
Ideal for longer stays or families. Kitchen facilities help save money and provide flexibility.
Hostels
Budget-friendly option for solo travelers. Dorms and private rooms available with social common areas.