Poway, CA

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Wide Scenic Panoramic Landscape View of Lake Hodges and San Diego County North Inland from summit of Bernardo Mountain Peak in Poway California
Get ready for the hike
Hasta la vista baby! Mount Woodson, San Diego County
Potato chip rock at the top of Mount Woodson.  7-8 mile round trip hike depending on which route you take (you can go around the left side of the lake to add another mile or so).
A 6.1 mile strenuous trail hike will get you to the Summit of Mt Woodson with this spectacular view waiting for you to admire.

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Where to stay in Poway

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Old Poway

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Old Poway
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$245 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$281 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,450 reviews)
The room was clean but mixed with some things new and other things old. Never had hot water for the shower however the shower was large. Our view was awesome loved watching all the sailboats, skiers, row boats, kayaks etc. We even seen a purpose. People with dogs let them poo without picking up not ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
$73 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$84 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,284 reviews)
Family friendly. Restaurant was delicious. friendly staff

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
$237 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$274 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,412 reviews)
Wonderful staff they are so welcoming and helpful with everything.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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.
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (763 reviews)
Clean friendly staff

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St San Diego CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,031 reviews)
Very clean property and the room as well. The staff was very accommodating and friendly! We will definitely stay again

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 out of 5
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (314 reviews)
Bathroom was disgusting! HUGE amount of hair in shower and worst smell! OBVIOUSLY, the shower was not cleaned properly. The bedding had stains everywhere! Thank goodness I brought my own.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
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.

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Reviews of Poway

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
32
5 - Excellent 40%
4 - Good
32
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
14
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 3%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

For the short time i was there it was pleasant, quiet and comfortable.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

There are plenty of good hiking trails around the hotel.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lovely and quiet town. Lots of places to walk

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I forgot something in my drawer, will they put in lost & found box? My chargers & fitbit

3/5 - Okay

Ruby

Beautiful city ,

4/5 - Good

JOHN

Nice area. The city in the country

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