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    Our top choices for San Diego hotels with a river view

    1. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

    A high-rise building complex with multiple floors, large windows, and a waterfront view.

    2. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

    A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

    3. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

    A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.

    4. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

    A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.

    5. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

    A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

    6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

    A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

    7. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

    A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, and a reception desk.

    8. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

    A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

    9. Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

    A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchair, coffee station, and a reception desk.

    10. Westgate Hotel

    A luxurious room with a beige sofa, two round tables, and four chairs.

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    Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

    Westgate Hotel

    A luxurious room with a beige sofa, two round tables, and four chairs.

    Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

    A hotel complex with multiple buildings, a landscaped garden, and a body of water reflecting the sunset.

    The Wayfarer San Diego

    An outdoor pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and string lights.

    Ocean Park Inn

    A coastal promenade with palm trees, a beach, and a medical building.

    Lafayette Hotel & Club

    Bar (on property)

    The Beach Cottages

    A beach view with a palm tree, a covered area with people, and a building with a sloped roof.

    Boardwalk Hotel: Bikes, Boards & Beach Gear Included

    A modern architectural entrance with a central archway, illuminated by wall-mounted lights, flanked by planters with cacti, and a pathway leading through the arch.

    Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

    A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

    Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

    A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

    Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

    A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, and a reception desk.

    Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

    A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

    The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

    A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

    Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

    A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

    Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

    A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

    Humphreys Half Moon Inn

    An outdoor patio area with fire pits, green patterned furniture, and tropical plants.

    Bay Club Hotel & Marina

    A table with a fire feature, a charcuterie board, and two glasses of wine, overlooking a marina with boats.

    Hotel Z

    A modern interior with a seating area, a bookshelf, and a view through large windows.

    The Inn at Sunset Cliffs

    A beachside lounge with wooden furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking the ocean.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    What is there to do in San Diego near my hotel with river views?

    You'll find loads of impressive things to fill your days in San Diego. Don't miss well-known attractions like San Diego Zoo, Mission Beach and Old Town San Diego State Park. Belmont Park, Mission and Pacific Beaches and Dog Beach also appeal to many visitors.

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