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

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,030 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Shane Allen
$97 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Handlery Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,050 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Victoria
$153 nightly
The price is $176
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

3. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,037 reviews)
"OUR STAY WAS GREAT. WE WERE IN TOWN FOR A SOCCER GAME AND THE PRICE AND PROXIMITY TO SNAPDRAGON WAS PERFECT."
United States
Cynthia
$85 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Seven Seas
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

4. 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, (3,162 reviews)
"My stay was excellent everything was great nice place"
United States
Sharhonda
$80 nightly
The price is $92
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.

5. 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, (1,910 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, well maintained property and very good service."
United States
SAID
$98 nightly
The price is $113
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

6. 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, (1,449 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Thao
$114 nightly
The price is $131
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,481 reviews)
"Really good hotel !!!"
United States
Assy Prune Celia
$199 nightly
The price is $229
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Dana on Mission Bay
Bar (on property)

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,223 reviews)
"Great for families"
United States
Nicholas Ray
$134 nightly
The price is $148
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

9. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,185 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Sarah
$96 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

10. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,251 reviews)
"The view was amazing! Housekeeping staff was excellent. The property was centrally located and close to shops and restraunts."
United States
Elizabeth
$201 nightly
The price is $231
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
La Jolla Cove Suites
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

11. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,328 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
$144 nightly
The price is $167
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.

12. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,929 reviews)
"Great location for short walks to beach, shopping, and restaurants."
United States
Jessica
$222 nightly
The price is $256
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.

13. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,518 reviews)
"Love staying in OB right on the beach would say again"
United States
nathan
$163 nightly
The price is $184
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Ocean Beach Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

14. 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, (1,018 reviews)
"an excellent hotel for a reasonable price"
United States
Igor
$118 nightly
The price is $136
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

15. 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, (1,737 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Jane
$137 nightly
The price is $157
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

16. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,493 reviews)
"Love the location, nice & clean room, helpful staff, beautiful hotel!"
United States
Michael Lynn
$226 nightly
The price is $254
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

17. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
3.0 star property
Point Loma
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,626 reviews)
"Second time staying here! Clean, comfortable and convenient location!"
United States
Julie
$126 nightly
The price is $145
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.

18. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,262 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Jesus
$102 nightly
The price is $117
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A room with two teal armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large cityscape painting on the wall.

19. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,002 reviews)
"A good hotel, with a good location at a very good price, has a reasonable breakfast."
Brazil
Sergio
$77 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.

20. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,162 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Svenja
$171 nightly
The price is $197
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
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Nov 22 - Nov 23
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