Central San Diego, CA
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Where to stay in Central San Diego
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.
Old Town San Diego
4.5/5(877 area reviews)
The ample dining options and beautiful seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.
North Park
4/5(78 area reviews)
North Park is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum.
Hillcrest
3.5/5(53 area reviews)
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Clairemont
4/5(512 area reviews)
Restaurants, beaches, and shopping are some highlights of Clairemont. You might stop by Mission Bay or Fashion Valley Mall while you're in the area.
Bankers Hill
If you're spending some time in Bankers Hill, Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company and Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
$161 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
$185 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,200 reviews)
Clean quiet rooms, friendly staff
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
7450 Hazard Center Dr San Diego CA
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$136 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,447 reviews)
Hotel was nice. Room was clean and spacious. Close to 2 malls and plenty of dining options.Indoor pool was a plus and clean. Staff at check in was mediocre. Staff in the morning was very friendly.
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Lafayette Hotel & Club
2223 El Cajon Blvd San Diego CA
$229 nightly
The price is $263 total per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
$263 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,374 reviews)
The Lafayette Hotel is one of my new favorite hotels! It was so incredibly decorated for the holiday season. Absolutely spectacular! It was busy and filled with guests around Christmas. Very lively! So much to do there and it's a lot of fun! It's the perfect getaway whether you are visitIng from ...
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
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.
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
2801 India St San Diego CA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of San Diego and San ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Undervalued property in such a good location as long as you don’t mind the freeway and place noise but to me the pros of the property easily outweigh it.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
819 University Ave San Diego CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (267 reviews)
Room is very compact but enough room. Kitchen on 6th floor has microwave to warm food. Freeway noise isn’t too bad if the window is closed.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Palisades By the Bay Whole House Rental
San Diego CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
We stayed 7 beautiful and relaxing nights.This property is well maintained and comes with great amenities. Besides the kitchen needing more cleaning upon check-in, and a little more paper products; the overall cleanliness of the home was excellent.We paid 65 to heat the well- maintained pool which ...
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
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
San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.
Balboa Park
Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.
Hotel Circle
Hotel Circle is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Snapdragon Stadium
Catch an event at Snapdragon Stadium during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Fashion Valley Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Fashion Valley Mall during your stay in San Diego. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Westfield UTC
You can do some window-shopping at Westfield UTC during your stay in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
$71
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
$55
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
$9
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watching Cruise
$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure
$50
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
$124
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
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- San Diego Zoo
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