Altadena, CA
San Diego
Popular places to visit

San Diego Zoo
See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.

San Diego Convention Center
Whether you come for Comic-Con or a medical convention, this huge gathering place in the Marina District of San Diego will more than satisfy your needs.

Mission Bay
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.

USS Midway Museum
Experience the thrills and hardships of Navy life at this waterfront museum which has become a San Diego landmark.

Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.

Mission Beach
A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.
Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

Patriot Jet Boat Sightseeing Ride on San Diego Bay
Altadena Hotel Deals

The Sofia Hotel
Clean, safe and well located. Reasonably priced.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Clean rooms
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Great location right next to Seaport Village
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great location, nice size rooms
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Clean room very quiet
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The room was not as cleanly as I had hoped. The shower particularly. The floor of the shower was slimy which was really disturbing. I was scared that I’d pick up some disease on my feet. There was no kleenex in the tissue dispenser The elevator smelled less than fresh
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Altadena

North Park
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
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.

Mission Valley
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.

Downtown San Diego
Cultural and financial hub, Downtown San Diego boasts the Symphony, Opera, theaters, museums, and historic sites like Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy diverse shops, dining, nightlife, and convenient public transport options.

Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego's historic district boasts Victorian-era buildings, now housing vibrant restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Stroll from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and 4th to 6th Avenue, admiring the newly installed gaslamps at Market Street.

Little Italy
Little Italy is popular for its captivating waterfront views. Explore top sights like Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay, and you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.

