Carmel Mountain Ranch, CA

San Diego

A mountainous landscape with a town nestled in the valley.
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A coastal landscape with a prominent cliff and ocean waves.

Stay near popular Carmel Mountain Ranch attractions

Carmel Mountain Plaza

6.0/10 (1 review)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Mountain Plaza during your stay in San Diego. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.
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Things to do

San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watching Cruise

San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

$34
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch
San Diego Afternoon Sail

Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay

$21
per adult
Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

$44
per adult
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

$11
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

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

$57
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
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Carmel Mountain Ranch Hotel Deals

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

3 out of 5
11855 Avenue Of Industry San Diego CA
$104 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$119 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,042 reviews)
"I don't like being charged extra for parking my vehicle when there is plenty of parking on the property. If anything, build the parking fee into the room rate!"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
$287 nightly
The price is $333 total per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
$333 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,865 reviews)
"Clean room nice hotel but lady who checked us in was super rude & had attitude so she made our experience start off bad. I don’t know what her issue was"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
$89 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$102 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
California Suites Hotel
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$211 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,335 reviews)
"Staff were great."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$239 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$274 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,882 reviews)
"6 years in a row and we just love it every year!"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$213 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,462 reviews)
"Great location, nuce pool"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
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Where to stay in Carmel Mountain Ranch

Find the best Carmel Mountain Ranch areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown San Diego

Petco Park and Port of San Diego are a few top attractions in Downtown San Diego. Hop around the city on the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and beautiful waterfront views.

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Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

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Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Gaslamp Quarter

Fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few of the things travelers enjoy most about Gaslamp Quarter. A visit to Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House or Harlem of the West Sites is also recommended, and you can jump aboard the metro at Gaslamp Quarter Station to get around town.

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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of San Diego.

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