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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.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 2905 reviews)
Price: $214 nightly, $248 total, Dec 9 - Dec 10, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Beautiful hotel would stay again!, by Petra

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

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

Location: Mission Hills
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 1099 reviews)
Price: $136 nightly, $156 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Great family hotel. Simple and clean yummy breakfast inexpensive and perfect for our short stay in sd, by Alejandra

3. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 2375 reviews)
Price: $127 nightly, $147 total, Nov 22 - Nov 23, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Really enjoyed my stay!, by Kelly

4. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1035 reviews)
Price: $141 nightly, $163 total, Nov 22 - Nov 23, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Nice spot to stay downtown, by Ricardo

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.

Location: San Diego
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 1742 reviews)
Price: $153 nightly, $176 total, Nov 22 - Nov 23, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Very clean property and helpful, friendly staff., by Dean

6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a fire pit.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 1001 reviews)
Price: $124 nightly, $143 total, Dec 14 - Dec 15, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Clean and spacious rooms, great staff, great service!, by Brajesh

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

A modern hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating, a chess table, and a well-maintained lawn.

Location: Point Loma
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 1490 reviews)
Price: $144 nightly, $165 total, Nov 22 - Nov 23, Total with taxes and fees
Review: The breakfast was amazing!, by David

8. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1252 reviews)
Price: $122 nightly, $139 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees
Review: will recommend this hotel in a heartbeat., by Khady

9. Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

A buffet area with a checkered floor, a variety of food items, and a coffee station.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 2808 reviews)
Price: $147 nightly, $170 total, Nov 24 - Nov 25, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Great accomodation- clean and excellent location., by Amanda

10. Westgate Hotel

A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 1097 reviews)
Price: $180 nightly, $208 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees
Review: Very comfortable bed, beautiful lobby, and the room cleanliness was impeccable., by Bet

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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

Location: University Heights
Review: Absolutely amazing!!! This hotel is beautiful, stylish and very comfortable. We enjoyed the pool, diner, bar and jazz show. It is more than just a hotel stay, it is a whole experience! Loved it and will be back!, by Celine, May 5, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Westgate Hotel

Address: 1055 Second Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, US
Location: Downtown San Diego
Star rating: 4.5/5
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (1097 reviews)
Review: Came with my wife for a weekend getaway and Westgate didn’t disappoint. Love all their amenities in the heart of DTSD. We will definitely be back. Expedia made it easy for us., by Alfredo, November 14, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

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.

Location: Point Loma
Review: Close to the airport, had a nice walking trail that led to shops and restaurants, the hotel overall was clean and the breakfast was really nice., by Payton, August 18, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Ocean Park Inn

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

Location: Pacific Beach
Review: Loved the location right on the beach. Staff is great and they have convenient parking. Just be aware it can be a little noisy on warm nights with nearby bar crowds., by Sara, June 25, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Wayfarer San Diego

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, overlooking the ocean.

Location: Mission Beach
Review: The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the pool is perfect, looking out over the beach., by Sarah, July 1, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Beach Cottages

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

Location: Pacific Beach
Review: Great location, by Kevin, January 3, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

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.

Location: Mission Beach
Review: Perfect for what I needed, by Elizabeth, June 12, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Address: 2211 Lee Court, San Diego, CA, 92101, US
Location: San Diego
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (1742 reviews)
Review: Stayed here when my son graduated MCRD, it’s like 10 minutes away. Hotel is super clean, quiet and breakfast options are yummy. Beware you pay $25 a day to park, which makes no sense!, by Erika, July 23, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Address: 1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, 92110, US
Location: Mission Hills
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (1099 reviews)
Review: Loved the shuttle service to Old Town. We’ve stayed there before and didn’t have that option. It was so convenient to have the shuttle service. Driver was super friendly., by Angela, April 21, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

Location: Kearny Mesa
Review: I loved that our rooms were cleaned daily, beds made, bathrooms spotless, and we got fresh towels daily. The room was spacious, clean, and efficient., by Julie, October 24, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent

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

Address: 3888 Greenwood St, San Diego, CA, 92110, US
Location: Point Loma
Star rating: 4/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (1490 reviews)
Review: ., by Daniel, November 8, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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

Location: Point Loma
Review: The receptionist will make you feel that every penny you spend here is worth it! Definitely come back here soon., by Pat, January 14, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and hanging plants. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

Location: National City
Review: Include breakfast would be great!, by Robert, August 11, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

Location: Downtown San Diego
Review: Amazing stay here room was great the bar is amazing and staff was super friendly … parking is pricey but the convenience is worth it… highly recommend this place!, by Thomas, June 5, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.

Location: Point Loma
Review: A must if staying in San Diego. Beautiful grounds, great pool, helpful staff, clean rooms. Our big family loved it here., by Kailey, August 22, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

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

Location: Mission Valley
Review: Beautiful design. Very clean. Great location with easy access to highways to all parts of the city. Lots of shopping & food options nearby. Friendly staff., by Sirma, January 12, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hotel Z

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

Location: Downtown San Diego
Review: Easy access to gas lamp comfortable beds and bikes you can use !!, by Amber, December 1, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Sands of La Jolla

A balcony with a metal table and chair, a wooden panel wall, and a view of a parking area with a sign reading "Sands of Jolla".

Location: Bird Rock
Review: Very nice, clean. Loved that the bathroom light would turn on as you walked towards it. Shower was amazing. Ac/heater worked well and wifi was great! Microwave wasn't in the room but on the deck which was easy to get to. Wish it was warmer to swim in the pool! Loved the restaurants and things to do around the area and in walking distance. Would def stay at again!, by Melissa, February 23, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Inn at Sunset Cliffs

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

Location: Point Loma
Review: Great place to stay. Perfect location and excellent service. Would stay again., by James, July 18, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

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