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Most recommended San Diego hotels

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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Building
R4 488+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Fairmont Grand Del Mar - San Diego - Balcony
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
9 Wonderful
Carmel ValleyR15 074+
R15 074+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
8.3 Very Good
DowntownR6 833+
R6 833+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Old Town Inn
8.6 Very Good
Midway DistrictR4 293+
R4 293+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
8.5 Very Good
University CityR6 056+
R6 056+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Pendry San Diego
8.6 Very Good
DowntownR9 190+
R9 190+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
8.2 Very Good
Mission Valley EastR5 554+
R5 554+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
7.3 Good
Mission Valley EastR4 462+
R4 462+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
7.4 Good
Mission Valley WestR3 176+
R3 176+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Andaz San Diego - a Concept by Hyatt
7.7 Good
DowntownR6 965+
R6 965+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
La Pensione Hotel
8.3 Very Good
DowntownR4 376+
R4 376+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
7.7 Good
DowntownR5 036+
R5 036+
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly

San Diego hotels near San Diego Convention Center

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego - San Diego - Living room
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
8.6 Very Good
DowntownR7 865+
R7 865+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego - San Diego - Balcony
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
8.4 Very Good
DowntownR7 733+
R7 733+
Pool
Air conditioning
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
8.1 Very Good
Barrio LoganR7 899+
R7 899+
Pool
Pet-friendly

Top San Diego hotels with parking

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California Suites Hotel - San Diego - Bedroom
California Suites Hotel
7 Good
ClairemontR2 508+
R2 508+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport - San Diego - Bedroom
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport
6.8 Okay
Point LomaR3 255+
R3 255+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Best Western Seven Seas
6.8 Okay
Mission Valley WestR3 477+
R3 477+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley
5.8 Fair
Mission Valley WestR2 581+
R2 581+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Bahia Resort Hotel
8.1 Very Good
Mission BayR8 019+
R8 019+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Heritage Inn San Diego
5.2 Fair
Midway DistrictR2 147+
R2 147+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Grande Colonial Hotel
8.7 Very Good
La JollaR9 768+
R9 768+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
San Diego Downtown Lodge
5.9 Fair
DowntownR2 659+
R2 659+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi

How much is a San Diego hotel?

Here are our most popular & best value hotels

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3 stars

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Good to know

Low season

November

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

R5 062

Average price (weekend night)

R5 234
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hotel in San Diego

Price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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Top tips for finding San Diego hotel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in San Diego, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in San Diego in November and March.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in San Diego if you stay on a Wednesday. The opposite is true for, Saturday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • Book at least 16 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your San Diego accommodation.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R3 531, while the most expensive was R3 531.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in San Diego for 2 days.
  • Several hotels are located directly adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center, including Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina and Omni San Diego Hotel.
  • San Diego’s lively Gaslamp Quarter is also convenient to the convention center and offers an abundance of restaurants as well as chic hotels like Andaz San Diego.
  • Several hotels are located near San Diego’s Embarcadero and Waterfront Park, including the upscale Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside and more affordable Marina Inn and Suites.
  • Further north, the Mission Bay area is home to SeaWorld San Diego. Hotels like Bahia Resort Hotel and Surfer Beach Hotel feature pools, beach access, and ocean views.
  • Hotels near West Mission Bay Drive or I-5 offer convenient access to Downtown San Diego. Good options include Best Western Mission Bay and Hilton San Diego Resort and Spa.
  • San Diego International Airport offers numerous hotels in the surrounding area. WIth its proximity to the airport and waterfront location, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island is a great option.

FAQs when booking a hotel in San Diego

  • Where can I find cheap hotels in San Diego?

    More affordable areas lie north of Downtown, like near Old Town where Good Nite Inn San Diego offers good deals. Here, an Old West ambience merges with Mexican culture for a vibrant atmosphere. Otherwise, the I-8 in Mission Valley West is lined with budget options like Hotel Iris and Howard Johnson Inn San Diego Hotel Circle.

  • Which neighbourhood has the best beaches?

    Ocean Beach is renowned for its fabulous surf, while further north, the Pacific Beach neighbourhood offers wide sandy beaches as well as a selection of great shops. Here, you will find a variety of hotels with excellent ratings, including the Ocean Park Inn, which has a pool and great beach views.

  • What hotels in San Diego offer especially good views?

    Head over the Coronado Bridge to the Coronado Peninsula, where you will find the Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton. This iconic hotel offers a Southern California resort experience with views of the Pacific Ocean as well as Glorietta Bay. Another option is Waterfront Park, which offers fantastic views of the city and the sea.

  • What are some good hotels near San Diego Zoo?

    San Diego Zoo is located in Balboa Park. For stays convenient to the zoo as well as the park’s other attractions like the San Diego Air and Space Museum and the San Diego Natural History Museum, guests could consider San Diego Downtown Lodge or Motel Six San Diego Downtown.

  • What neighbourhood in San Diego is good for nightlife?

    For the best nightlife, head to the Gaslamp Quarter. This lively district is named after the gas lamps installed here in the 19th century and retains a historical feel. Dozens of restaurants, bars, and chic hotels like Staypineapple at Hotel Z, Keating Hotel, and Klimpton Solamar Hotel can be found here.

  • Where to stay in San Diego?

    Hotels adjacent to Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina and in Kearny Mesa or University City are usually very popular with KAYAK users.

  • What are the best hotels near Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina?

    Travellers who like staying near Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina recommend Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina and Wyndham San Diego Bayside.

  • How much does a hotel cost in San Diego?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in San Diego for as cheap as R755 in the last 3 days. The average price is R6 889.

  • How do I find a hotel in central San Diego?

    After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central San Diego districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like San Diego city centre

  • How can I find hotels near me?

    Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

  • Are there San Diego hotels with free parking?

    There are many hotels in San Diego that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Old Town Inn, California Suites Hotel and Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport.

Where to stay in San Diego?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in San Diego by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

What San Diego hotel guests are talking about

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What San Diego hotel guests are talking about

Hotels about topic

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San Diego Marriott La Jolla - San Diego - Living room
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
7.6 Good
University CityR6 384+
R6 384+
Pool
Air conditioning
Town and Country San Diego - San Diego - Patio
Town and Country San Diego
7.5 Good
Mission Valley WestR6 392+
R6 392+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
7.4 Good
Mission Valley WestR3 176+
R3 176+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Beach Haven
8.1 Very Good
Pacific BeachR5 352+
R5 352+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
8.1 Very Good
Barrio LoganR7 899+
R7 899+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Dana on Mission Bay
8 Very Good
Mission BayR5 349+
R5 349+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Hotel Circle
6.8 Okay
Mission Valley WestR4 334+
R4 334+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R4 073+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Wyndham Garden San Diego near SeaWorld
7 Good
Midway DistrictR3 544+
R3 544+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Omni San Diego Hotel
8.7 Very Good
DowntownR7 366+
R7 366+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
7.3 Good
DowntownR8 309+
R8 309+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Lucky D's Hostel
7.4 Good
DowntownR2 250+
R2 250+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
8.4 Very Good
DowntownR7 733+
R7 733+
Pool
Air conditioning
Horton Grand Hotel
8.1 Very Good
DowntownR5 238+
R5 238+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Sofia Hotel
7.4 Good
DowntownR6 239+
R6 239+
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Kimpton Alma Hotel, an IHG Hotel
8.1 Very Good
DowntownR6 711+
R6 711+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Best Western Seven Seas
6.8 Okay
Mission Valley WestR3 477+
R3 477+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hotel Iris - San Diego
5.7 Fair
Mission Valley WestR2 627+
R2 627+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Kings Inn San Diego
8.1 Very Good
Mission Valley WestR3 655+
R3 655+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
8.7 Very Good
Kearny MesaR4 576+
R4 576+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Heritage Inn San Diego
5.2 Fair
Midway DistrictR2 147+
R2 147+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Holiday Inn Express San Diego-Sea World Area
8.5 Very Good
Midway DistrictR4 500+
R4 500+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Americas Best Value Inn Loma Lodge
6.6 Okay
Loma PortalR2 493+
R2 493+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
8.3 Very Good
DowntownR6 833+
R6 833+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R5 925+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
La Jolla Cove Suites
7 Good
La JollaR6 377+
R6 377+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Ocean Park Inn
9 Wonderful
Pacific BeachR8 453+
R8 453+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Surfer Beach Hotel
7.4 Good
Pacific BeachR6 030+
R6 030+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
7.4 Good
Torrey PinesR7 178+
R7 178+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Grande Colonial Hotel
8.7 Very Good
La JollaR9 768+
R9 768+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
The Inn at Sunset Cliffs
8.7 Very Good
Point LomaR6 621+
R6 621+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
8.6 Very Good
DowntownR7 865+
R7 865+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Pacific Shores Inn
7.3 Good
Pacific BeachR6 261+
R6 261+
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R4 335+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego No, CA
8.4 Very Good
Sorrento ValleyR4 647+
R4 647+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Old Town Inn
8.6 Very Good
Midway DistrictR4 293+
R4 293+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
6.5 Okay
DowntownR2 432+
R2 432+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
8.5 Very Good
University CityR6 056+
R6 056+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
7.7 Good
DowntownR5 036+
R5 036+
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
8.3 Very Good
DowntownR4 637+
R4 637+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown
7.8 Good
DowntownR5 310+
R5 310+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Pacific
6 Okay
DowntownR3 026+
R3 026+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Found Hotel San Diego
4.5 Mediocre
DowntownR2 410+
R2 410+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo
5.7 Fair
Mission Valley EastR4 365+
R4 365+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
8.1 Very Good
Mission Valley WestR5 457+
R5 457+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
8.1 Very Good
Mission BayR7 943+
R7 943+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean Villa Inn
7.6 Good
Ocean BeachR4 707+
R4 707+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Capri Beach Accommodations at Capri By The Sea
8.6 Very Good
Pacific BeachR11 785+
R11 785+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Bahia Resort Hotel
8.1 Very Good
Mission BayR8 019+
R8 019+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Pacific Terrace Hotel
9 Wonderful
Pacific BeachR9 887+
R9 887+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Pacific View Inn
7.3 Good
Pacific BeachR6 517+
R6 517+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning

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