The Best Hotels in Hillcrest, San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

Next weekend

In two weeks

Our top choices for Hillcrest hotels

A modern living room with large windows, a sofa, a dining table, and potted plants.

1. Abpopa Hillcrest

Hillcrest

mark

3.544.536 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of greenery.

2. Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Hillcrest

Benjamin

2.787.120 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

3. Best Western Seven Seas

1.5 km from Hillcrest

Matthew

2.539.611 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

1.5 km from Hillcrest

LORENA

2.653.682 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

5. Kings Inn San Diego

1.8 km from Hillcrest

Manuel

2.915.597 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

6. Handlery Hotel

1.7 km from Hillcrest

Justin

3.578.268 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a pool in the background.

7. Town and Country San Diego

1.8 km from Hillcrest

Anthony

6.234.144 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

8. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

1.4 km from Hillcrest

Alexandros

5.196.301 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.

9. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

1.7 km from Hillcrest

Marita

3.195.394 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.

10. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

11 km from Hillcrest

Samuel

4.118.495 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

2.4 km from Hillcrest

Victoria

4.160.038 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

12. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

3.4 km from Hillcrest

Jennifer

5.515.969 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

13. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

2.9 km from Hillcrest

Patricia

4.221.129 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

5.1 km from Hillcrest

Ivan

4.712.988 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.

15. Sheraton San Diego Resort

4.2 km from Hillcrest

Morne De

5.883.841 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

16. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

2.6 km from Hillcrest

Veronica

3.551.776 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A reception area with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

17. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 km from Hillcrest

Tirthankar

4.232.683 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel breakfast area with a long counter displaying various food items, including fruits, pastries, and a coffee station.

18. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

3 km from Hillcrest

Philomena

4.534.179 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A building with a "Bienvenidos" sign, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

19. Old Town Inn

3.7 km from Hillcrest

Layne

4.635.329 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 4.3 km from Hillcrest

Linda

4.607.132 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

View all properties

Where to stay in Hillcrest

Find the best Hillcrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A plaza with a traditional building, benches, and a large tree.

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

See properties

A beach with surfers and swimmers during sunset.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

See properties

A roller coaster under construction with scaffolding and a ticket booth in the foreground.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

See properties

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

See properties

An aerial view of a coastal city with a marina, a large body of water, and a peninsula with buildings.

Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

See properties

Top Hillcrest Hotel Reviews

Bahia Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location. Rooms need updated but clean. Love the views and the sea lions!"

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"They were great! We arrived early, but they allowed us to drop off our luggage with them so we could go explore until check in time. They offered to let us check in earlier for a small fee, but we wanted to go walk around and explore anyway. So, it didn’t make sense to do that, but the option to do so was nice."

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The building itself is old, but the room was well maintained with up to date furnishings. The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. The pool and spa areas were beautiful with a lot of trees, plants, grass and an overall elevated vibe in this part of the property."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Hillcrest?

Hillcrest is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants. Make sure that you visit The Brass Rail and Rich's Nightclub as part of your Hillcrest travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Hillcrest area?

Expedia has 131 hotels and other accommodation options in Hillcrest to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Hillcrest, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Hillcrest.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

The Brass Rail, Rich's Nightclub and Marston House are just a few attractions to check out in Hillcrest. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, San Diego Zoo and Petco Park are also worth a stop.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Book Hotels in Hillcrest on Expedia.com

Search Hotels in Hillcrest, San Diego

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Hillcrest hotels

1. Abpopa Hillcrest

2. Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

3. Best Western Seven Seas

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

5. Kings Inn San Diego

6. Handlery Hotel

7. Town and Country San Diego

8. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

9. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

10. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

12. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

13. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

15. Sheraton San Diego Resort

16. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

17. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

18. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

19. Old Town Inn

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Where to stay in Hillcrest

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Hillcrest Hotel Reviews

Bahia Resort Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia