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Outdoor pool

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,098 reviews)
"Really nice hotel "
United States
sue
The price is 3.290.954 ₫
3.791.992 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Exterior

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,728 reviews)
"Nice place for the price"
United States
Timothy Wayne
The price is 3.055.435 ₫
3.512.070 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Best Western Seven Seas
View from property

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,809 reviews)
"My favorite hotel"
United States
Jorge
The price is 2.222.039 ₫
2.554.134 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,912 reviews)
"Great room & breakfast highly recommend"
United States
Charles
The price is 2.818.336 ₫
3.239.536 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,763 reviews)
"Nice property, nice pool, restaurant a lil pricey but decent food would definitely return"
United States
Byron
The price is 3.528.841 ₫
4.056.226 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Handlery Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,511 reviews)
"Very friendly employees, Elva very nice I travel with kids, great breakfast"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is 3.557.788 ₫
4.089.499 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Lobby

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,570 reviews)
"Very nice - clean, quiet, good breakfast and very helpful staff."
United States
Kimberly
The price is 4.451.182 ₫
5.116.411 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,079 reviews)
"The included breakfast buffet was a great perk and the staff were very friendly."
United States
Allan
The price is 3.765.940 ₫
4.328.760 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Courtyard

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Super friendly staff, clean room, quiet hotel. Bonus that’s it’s right across the street from an awesome brewery tucked into an office campus."
United States
Katie
The price is 4.236.715 ₫
4.876.103 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,488 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Maribel
The price is 3.581.998 ₫
4.117.328 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
3.5 star property
Kearny Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel staff was amazing, so friendly and works with you. Super clean rooms and amenities all you can ask for"
United States
Tim
The price is 4.157.770 ₫
4.779.149 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Exterior

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Location, location"
United States
Jose
The price is 3.368.320 ₫
3.871.726 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Meeting facility

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,663 reviews)
"It was great staying here second time we stay here and we love it"
United States
Jose
The price is 4.382.237 ₫
5.037.161 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Lobby

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley/Zoo

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is located in the Mission Valley area which is close to all main attractions and beaches in San Deigo. The property is reasonably priced and overall is a good place to stay with some restaurants nearby in walking distance."
United States
Shahriar
The price is 3.345.163 ₫
3.845.098 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley/Zoo
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
3.0 star property
Kearny Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful We really enjoyed our stay in the hotel"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is 2.930.175 ₫
3.368.090 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
Lobby lounge

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
Kearny Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Pedro
The price is 3.711.731 ₫
4.266.449 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
Exterior

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Always enjoy our stay so convenient!"
United States
Carmen
The price is 3.913.567 ₫
4.498.450 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
Panoramic Room | Living area

Abpopa Hillcrest

Abpopa Hillcrest
3.0 star property
Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (715 reviews)
"Such a great place. Great location and responsive and kind staff!"
United States
BOBBY
The price is 3.525.053 ₫
3.974.497 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Abpopa Hillcrest
Terrace/patio

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean hotel, breakfast options were great, bar prices reasonable. Would stay here again."
United States
Malia
The price is 4.263.030 ₫
4.900.140 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
View from property

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,154 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Alex Fernando
The price is 3.913.567 ₫
4.498.450 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
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San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
The price is 5.071.427 ₫ per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
5.071.427 ₫
5.832.620 ₫ total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,405 reviews)
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Top Central San Diego Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

8/10 Good
"Clean comfortable room, good location. Limited walkable food options. Weak plumbing, odd sounds from pipes all morning… otherwise pretty quiet save for the return of the late night party people."
Rex 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Best Western Seven Seas

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