San Diego, CA

Travel Guide
Ocean Beach showing general coastal views and a coastal town

Where to stay in San Diego

US Grant Hotel

Downtown San Diego

4.5/5(8,497 area reviews)

Cultural and financial hub, Downtown San Diego boasts the Symphony, Opera, theaters, museums, and historic sites like Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy diverse shops, dining, nightlife, and convenient public transport options.

Downtown San Diego
Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

4/5(1,422 area reviews)

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

Pacific Beach
Gaslamp Quarter showing signage, night scenes and street scenes

Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego's historic district boasts Victorian-era buildings, now housing vibrant restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Stroll from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and 4th to 6th Avenue, admiring the newly installed gaslamps at Market Street.

Gaslamp Quarter
Belmont Park showing rides and a garden

Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

Mission Beach
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and rocky coastline

Point Loma

3.5/5(3,808 area reviews)

This seaside hilly peninsula offers marine recreation, yachting, and whale watching. Explore Cabrillo National Monument, Old Point Loma Lighthouse, and Sunset Cliffs Natural Park. Enjoy local shops and eateries at Liberty Station and Point Loma Village.

Point Loma
Default Image

Mission Valley

4/5(4,999 area reviews)

Boasting major shopping malls like Fashion Valley Mall and Westfield Mission Valley, this area offers entertainment and historic sites such as Mission San Diego de Alcalá and Presidio Park. Easily accessible via the San Diego Trolley system's Green Line.

Mission Valley
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3 out of 5
3737 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is AED 345 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
AED 345
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,523 reviews)
"Awsome place to stay!"

Reviewed on 15 November 2024

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 621 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
AED 621
AED 862 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,871 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 14 November 2024

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Best Western Seven Seas
Best Western Seven Seas
3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA
The price is AED 344 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
AED 344
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,606 reviews)
"I stayed at both properties and I usually give up a five-star when they have a microwave and a refrigerator Super 8 have both Best Western only had refrigerator but what makes the best western better and Super 8 they don't charge for parking and services for maid everyday"

Reviewed on 15 November 2024

Best Western Seven Seas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
3.5 out of 5
552 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Petco Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
"Nice convenient location. Nice to have this place as an apartment. Surprisingly, noise was not a problem."

Reviewed on 14 November 2024

Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
San Diego
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Great place and excellent location
"This is a the perfect spot for two people. Beautiful views, great balcony, plenty of space and walking distance to shops, the beach and excellent local restaurants."

Reviewed on 24 September 2024

WaterFront * Exclusive View Patio * Top Level * A/C
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
San Diego
Stay at this apartment in San Diego. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Perfect beach spot
"Just loved my stay in OB. The cottage was so comfortable and clean and quiet! Will definitely be back! Thanks so much!"

Reviewed on 23 October 2024

Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Reviews of San Diego

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
11075
" "5 - Excellent 62.383822452543235%
4 - Good
5655
" "4 - Good 31.85377119360108%
3 - Okay
843
" "3 - Okay 4.748493212414803%
2 - Disappointing
112
" "2 - Disappointing 0.6308792880076607%
1 - Terrible
68
" "1 - Terrible 0.38303385343322255%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love this place and love living here.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love San Diego, its definitely a yearly trip for our family!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Definitely recommend trying out Wonderland Ocean Pub!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Please call Police and remove street people loitering on and next to property. Its a safety issue.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I really enjoyed the visit to the Del Mar village. Many places to go there and loved the fact that they have a dog beach there. Perfect place.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Is nice traveling to San Diego, nice weather