Hillcrest Travel Guide
San Diego
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Top hotels in Hillcrest
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
No complaints here! Easy check in and the man I think his name was Luke was very nice and welcoming! The area has EVERYTHING you need! Walkable and enjoyable. 10/10
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Handlery Hotel
Good hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
Really nice place! Clean room, beautiful property, good rates.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Breakfast was great, the fruit bowl was great, the mixed all the fruit, and serve with an yogurt and chia seeds, the surfers burrito was good too. The orange juice, pineapple juice was freshly squeezed. Love that. Dinner I had the nachos, we the wedges salad, buffalo chicken wings, delicious. This ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Great
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Clean, nice staff.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
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.
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.
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.
Old Town San Diego
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.
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.
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.
