Central San Diego Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Balboa Park showing aircraft and interior views
Balboa Park featuring interior views and a city
Balboa Park featuring interior views and military items
Balboa Park featuring landscape views, a park and rides
San Diego Museum of Art featuring interior views and art

Where to stay in Central San Diego

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Mission Valley

4/5(36 area reviews)

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Fashion Valley Mall and Snapdragon Stadium, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.

Mission Valley
Old Town San Diego State Park featuring signage

Old Town San Diego

4/5(5 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.

Old Town San Diego
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Hillcrest

5/5(1 area review)

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

Hillcrest
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North Park

North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.

North Park
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Clairemont

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Clairemont is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, beaches and shopping. Though there may not be top sights in Clairemont, consider stopping by Mission Bay or Fashion Valley Mall, located nearby.

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Miramar

Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Miramar. Make a stop by Marine Corps Air Station Miramar while you're exploring.

Miramar
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
The price is ₹9,572 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹9,572
₹11,002 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,877 reviews)
"Our stay at the Handlery was ex ellent except for the parking charges. Hotels who charge for parking at their facility should not be allowed to do this."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Handlery Hotel
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

2.5 out of 5
2485 Hotel Circle Place, San Diego, CA
The price is ₹14,547 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹14,547
₹16,720 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,815 reviews)
"Well,,we were charged for early check in!!! And the room was Ready!!! Charged for onsite parking!! The hotel was built with a parking lot!! Learn which elevator to use or do alot of excess walking. The room was large & fine. 2 Queen beds, & only 1 luggage rack. No microwave. The fridge was cold!!!!area ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is ₹16,212 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
₹16,212
₹18,646 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,931 reviews)
Yachtly
"Very nice hotel. Snack shop prices extraordinarily high but breakfast was fantastic and reasonably priced. Great location."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 out of 5
819 University Ave, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (199 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hill

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hill

4.5 out of 5
2801 India St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of San Diego and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Amazing property. Very clean and quiet. Will definitely book again."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hill
Inn at the Park by WorldMark

Inn at the Park by WorldMark

2 out of 5
525 Spruce St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this condo in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located ...
Inn at the Park by WorldMark
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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