Title: The Best Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA Resorts from $214 | Expedia.com [Cardiff-by-the-Sea Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea.dx9833)[Hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea-Hotels.d9833.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea-Vacation-Rentals.d9833.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Car-Rental-Guide)[Cardiff-by-the-Sea Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![San Elijo Beach, Cardiff By The Sea - CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9833/056bca62-3a8c-45ce-b300-de4c420457db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9833/056bca62-3a8c-45ce-b300-de4c420457db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light_bundle_and_save.svg) ### Bundle & Save Get more, spend less whenever you see Bundle & Save deals - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictograms-expedia/light__onekey.svg) ### OneKeyCash Earn OneKeyCash on all your eligible bookings - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light_ftc.svg) ### Upfront pricing We are not like the others - we include taxes and fees ## Check prices for these dates Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In one month [Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [May 15 - May 17](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-05-15&endDate=2026-05-17&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea resorts ![One Bedroom King Suite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/b4256d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/7524d570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Grandview Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/4b9d7f24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/980c0bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort [](https://www.expedia.com/Encinitas-Hotels-Alila-Marea-Beach-Resort-Encinitas.h59822958.Hotel-Information) Encinitas 8.8/10 Excellent (259 reviews) "I would characterize as medium high quality for high prices. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Pedro $563 nightly $631 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Encinitas-Hotels-Alila-Marea-Beach-Resort-Encinitas.h59822958.Hotel-Information) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/3cc764d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/eca7ffa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/49413851.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/81b29e94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-La-Jolla-Beach-And-Tennis-Club.h4511.Hotel-Information) La Jolla Shores 8.8/10 Excellent (508 reviews) "Great hotel " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Margo $358 nightly $411 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-La-Jolla-Beach-And-Tennis-Club.h4511.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/f36d5f00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/f200eb42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/e337897b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/db6e30e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Cape-Rey-Carlsbad-Beach.h4772239.Hotel-Information) South Beach 8.8/10 Excellent (1,007 reviews) "Great stay! " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) WILLIAM $192 nightly $216 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Cape-Rey-Carlsbad-Beach.h4772239.Hotel-Information) ![8 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/c5b8d981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/33aa0127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/020d327f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/3ffc090f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Omni-La-Costa-Resort-Spa.h22928.Hotel-Information) La Costa 8.2/10 Very Good (1,000 reviews) "Spa was much needed and has excellent amenities. Our little one’s absolutely loved the pool with the slide! Very family friendly." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Susan $363 nightly $451 total Mar 28 - Mar 29 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Omni-La-Costa-Resort-Spa.h22928.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/1602b9cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/ad6a4dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/baa5165a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Living area | Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/9f45aefe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakehouse Resort [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information) San Marcos 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,395 reviews) "Great place " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Grace $164 nightly $178 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/1b98f5a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/a9901fbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/794c3bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Resort view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/a9226b83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bahia Resort Hotel [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) Central Mission Beach 8.6/10 Excellent (1,920 reviews) "The resort was great. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Clifford $263 nightly $303 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) ![5 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/d0f041ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/a9d5662a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/bc1e5add.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed (Bayside Bungalow Bay) | Living area | 60-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/2fecbf54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise Point Resort & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Paradise-Point-Resort-Spa.h3731.Hotel-Information) Mission Bay 8.8/10 Excellent (2,455 reviews) "Beautiful resort great customer service. I would highly recommend staying here." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kevin $273 nightly $314 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Paradise-Point-Resort-Spa.h3731.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/b5f2a64d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/4c453903.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/24eddfb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/de48676b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### San Diego Mission Bay Resort [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-San-Diego-Mission-Bay-Resort.h25598.Hotel-Information) Mission Bay 8.4/10 Very Good (1,374 reviews) "Clean room, excellent friendly staff, comfortable beds" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Shauna $285 nightly $328 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-San-Diego-Mission-Bay-Resort.h25598.Hotel-Information) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/0780b7e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Water View Studio 2 Queens | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/1a2b12d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/1ebcc57c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/c112222b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Catamaran Resort and Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Catamaran-Resort-And-Spa.h24669.Hotel-Information) Mission Beach 8.6/10 Excellent (1,190 reviews) "Location was nice and the beach being right there was great!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Brenda $285 nightly $328 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Catamaran-Resort-And-Spa.h24669.Hotel-Information) ![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/55395a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/8fd4a3be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/ea6aeb29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/325f3dcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Rancho-Santa-Fe-Hotels-Rancho-Valencia-Resort-And-Spa.h17535.Hotel-Information) Rancho Santa Fe 9.8/10 Exceptional (142 reviews) "It was a perfect get away for our anniversary!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sam $1,076 nightly $1,164 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Rancho-Santa-Fe-Hotels-Rancho-Valencia-Resort-And-Spa.h17535.Hotel-Information) ![Couples treatment rooms, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/3bc70247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/a57018ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment rooms, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/07e7eacd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/df0c3588.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rancho Bernardo Inn [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Rancho-Bernardo-Inn-San-Diego-A-Golf-And-Spa-Resort.h3007.Hotel-Information) Rancho Bernardo 8.8/10 Excellent (1,000 reviews) "We enjoyed the hot tub!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Molly $380 nightly $433 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Rancho-Bernardo-Inn-San-Diego-A-Golf-And-Spa-Resort.h3007.Hotel-Information) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/80936738.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/c5eceb52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/f4b60c41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/89115517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Executive Villa 2 BR/ 2BA at La Costa Resort & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Executive-Villa-2-Bedrooms-At-La-Costa-Resort.h92708935.Hotel-Information) La Costa 9.6/10 Exceptional (10 reviews) "Thank you for a wonderful stay. Rooms were clean, easy check in, great communication. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Bryan Y. $923 nightly $1,020 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Executive-Villa-2-Bedrooms-At-La-Costa-Resort.h92708935.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/630a166c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/80ca404d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/w3839h2555x0y0-4c6855d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/56d7876e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-Hilton-La-Jolla-Torrey-Pines.h4698.Hotel-Information) Torrey Pines 7.8/10 Good (1,005 reviews) "Great location for stay" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Christopher $209 nightly $240 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-Hilton-La-Jolla-Torrey-Pines.h4698.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/557d1cde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/1c58b171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/w3839h3837x0y3-ed727cbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/7b7ee568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Park-Hyatt-Aviara-Resort.h60576.Hotel-Information) Aviara 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,003 reviews) "Very nice resort.Loved our stay there." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) inder $849 nightly $952 total Apr 8 - Apr 9 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Park-Hyatt-Aviara-Resort.h60576.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/06ebc015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/2ed72852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool views, open daily](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/3ad5fce3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/7c276d51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton San Diego/Del Mar [](https://www.expedia.com/Del-Mar-Hotels-Hilton-San-Diego-Del-Mar.h24895.Hotel-Information) Del Mar Heights 8.6/10 Excellent (1,003 reviews) "Nice hotel, great location " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jared $188 nightly $214 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Del-Mar-Hotels-Hilton-San-Diego-Del-Mar.h24895.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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It was a quick Uber ride to anywhere we wanted to go (cheaper than parking places). " [](https://expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton San Diego/Del Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/06ebc015_y.jpg) ### Hilton San Diego/Del Mar 6/10 Okay "This is an ideal location for getting around. Breakfast staff were great. Check in person took so long to check us in and then gave directions we couldn’t understand. Our room was the farthest away from restaurant and lobby. We stayed two nights and no room tidying the second night. Housekeeping missed our room. When I asked about this front desk just shrugged. At $500 a night I thought they could have done more than a shrug. " [](https://expedia.com/Del-Mar-Hotels-Hilton-San-Diego-Del-Mar.h24895.Hotel-Information) ![The Dana on Mission Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40953/8e8c5197_y.jpg) ### The Dana on Mission Bay 10/10 Excellent "My husband and I love the Dana on Mission Bay. It is one of the best hotels if you bring your dogs. It is very dog friendly. We love the room, the patio and proximity to the Bay. We will be back. " [](https://expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-The-Dana-On-Mission-Bay.h40953.Hotel-Information) ![San Diego Mission Bay Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/b5f2a64d_y.jpg) ### San Diego Mission Bay Resort 10/10 Excellent "Nice place and conveniently close to attractions and good restaurants." 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[](https://expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Best-Western-Seven-Seas.h1734.Hotel-Information) ![Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19220/c491024e_y.jpg) ### Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle 4/10 Poor "I would not stay here again its better to spend a little more money and go else where. The room had a weird smell, black bug on the wall, ac barley cooled down the room and the shower was clogged filled up everytime we showered. The hot tub didnt look clean the tiles were stained yellow." [](https://expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-San-Diego-Hotel-Circle.h19220.Hotel-Information) ![Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40800/40745/297b9804_y.jpg) ### Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area 2/10 Terrible "No hygenic" [](https://expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-San-Diego-Zoo-SeaWorld-Area.h40745.Hotel-Information) ![Paradise Point Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/d0f041ab_y.jpg) ### Paradise Point Resort & Spa 10/10 Excellent "Beautiful place" [](https://expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Paradise-Point-Resort-Spa.h3731.Hotel-Information) ![Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40962/87da6900_y.jpg) ### Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld 6/10 Okay "It was just an okay room. You definitely pay the price that it's worth." 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