Emerald Hills Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
Mission Bay
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.
San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
Balboa Park
One of America’s largest urban green spaces, Balboa Park is an exciting spot packed with art, culture, and a world-renowned zoo.
SeaWorld
A fun family favourite, where you can get up close to the local marine life, enjoy fun rides and be wowed by the performances.
Top hotels in Emerald Hills
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Fun location. Lots of amenities. Great pools. Food options on sight. Great s
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
The room was musty smelling. NO Shampoo nor Conditioner in bathroom. Noise coming from parking structures.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Spring Break with my son was great! Very impressed how clean the entire Hotel and the pleasant scent at each entrance. Great location most staff was great except the older gentleman in valet parking wasn’t very nice.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Handlery Hotel
Front desk staff was very helpful. The pool bar staff was very friendly and made great drinks!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
The shallow pool was great for our beginner swimmers and the big pool was nice for everyone else. We enjoyed the pools a lot. Breakfast was typical but with many options and the staff was great, especially Ruby.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Nice hotel. Convenient to the cruise port. Restaurant had a limited menu.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Emerald Hills
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.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
