What's it like in El Cerrito?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in San Diego's El Cerrito neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in El Cerrito?

With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in El Cerrito to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater San Diego area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Cerrito, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in El Cerrito.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

San Diego Police Museum, San Diego State University Art Gallery and Viejas Arena are just a few of the places to visit in and around El Cerrito. While you're out sightseeing, Til-Two Club and Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Diego.

The Best Hotels in El Cerrito, San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for El Cerrito hotels

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

1.6 km from El Cerrito

Bernadette

₹18,754 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

11.4 km from El Cerrito

Abdelghani

₹18,102 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

3. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

13.2 km from El Cerrito

Edward

₹18,386 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

4. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

12.3 km from El Cerrito

Mycah

₹13,478 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

5. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

12.3 km from El Cerrito

Lidia

₹12,550 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

6. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

13.2 km from El Cerrito

yu

₹15,349 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

7. Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

18.4 km from El Cerrito

Deniece

₹21,931 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

8. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

10.6 km from El Cerrito

Heather

₹15,918 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8.1 km from El Cerrito

Benedict

₹16,293 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

8.8 km from El Cerrito

Elizabeth

₹15,008 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

11. Best Western Seven Seas

8.6 km from El Cerrito

John

₹12,888 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

12. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6.2 km from El Cerrito

Lisa

₹31,968 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

13. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

11.4 km from El Cerrito

Jacqueline

₹8,187 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

10.2 km from El Cerrito

Jose

₹19,035 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City, 18.1 km from El Cerrito

Jagjit

₹24,505 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

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

10.7 km from El Cerrito

Tirthankar

₹16,782 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

17. Ayres Lodge Alpine

29.2 km from El Cerrito

Ghania

₹12,131 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

10.1 km from El Cerrito

Julie

₹14,603 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Trendy, Firepit) | Lobby

19. Town and Country San Diego

8.9 km from El Cerrito

Cynthia

₹23,146 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony | View from room

20. Sheraton San Diego Resort

12.1 km from El Cerrito

Andre

₹23,643 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Where to stay in El Cerrito

Find the best El Cerrito areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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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

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

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Mission Bay

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

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Top El Cerrito Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"For a hotel from 1945"

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

10/10 Excellent

"We were staying during a very busy time (Comicon). Hotel staff were incredibly friendly and helpful - a super warm welcome and felt staff were doing everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. Wifi was down for 2 days but staff were working hard to fix. Pool and pool area are ok. Breakfast area is huge and lots of options. It’s a 2-3 min walk to get the bus to the Old Town so you can take the trolly. Overall a great value for money and what really stood out is the staff."

Lafayette Hotel & Club

8/10 Good

"Property is stunning and such a fun vibe. Valet was terrible, They stood there as I dragged heavy bags up the stairs. Our first front desk agent seemed irritated at our existence (or is this a sign of respect in Gen Z culture ?) But other staff members went above and beyond getting us additional room items we needed and our restaurant server was a total sweetheart. I would absolutely return,. But I would self park next time."

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Our top choices for El Cerrito hotels

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

4. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

5. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

6. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

7. Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

8. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

11. Best Western Seven Seas

12. Lafayette Hotel & Club

13. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

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

17. Ayres Lodge Alpine

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

19. Town and Country San Diego

20. Sheraton San Diego Resort

Where to stay in El Cerrito

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top El Cerrito Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

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