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1. Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside4.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6,361 reviews)
8.4/10
Very good
(6,361 reviews)
"Nice easy to get to port for cruise, good food"
"Nice easy to get to port for cruise, good food"
Robin
The price is ₹13,274
₹13,274
₹18,685 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
2. The Sofia Hotel
The Sofia Hotel3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,766 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(2,766 reviews)
"Great location and within walking distance of shops, restaurants and local attractions"
"Great location and within walking distance of shops, restaurants and local attractions"
Elliott
The price is ₹8,640
₹8,640
₹12,335 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
3. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego4.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,581 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(4,581 reviews)
"Had an excellent stay will be back again!"
"Had an excellent stay will be back again!"Alexander
The price is ₹14,681
₹14,681
₹21,586 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
4. Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Bay Club Hotel & Marina3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,059 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(4,059 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean hotel and friendly staff!!"
"Beautiful, clean hotel and friendly staff!!"Robin
The price is ₹14,369
₹14,369
₹16,517 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
5. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,172 reviews)
8.0/10
Very good
(3,172 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
"Great place too stay."Oscar
The price is ₹7,562
₹7,562
₹8,693 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
6. Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Coronado
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,071 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1,071 reviews)
"Had a great stay here. Place was beautiful."
"Had a great stay here. Place was beautiful."Marianne
The price is ₹45,713
₹45,713
₹56,002 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
7. Sheraton San Diego Resort
Sheraton San Diego Resort4.0 star property
Harbor Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,805 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(3,805 reviews)
"Comfortable stay with beautiful views"
"Comfortable stay with beautiful views"Solair
The price is ₹10,959
₹10,959
₹17,375 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
8. Best Western Seven Seas
Best Western Seven Seas3.0 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,040 reviews)
7.8/10
Good
(4,040 reviews)
"Nice restaurant staff, and very good food."
"Nice restaurant staff, and very good food."James
The price is ₹7,992
₹7,992
₹9,187 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
9. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,356 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(2,356 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
"Really enjoyed my stay!"Kelly
The price is ₹12,039
₹12,039
₹13,959 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
10. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa4.0 star property
Mission Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,091 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(3,091 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The pool was great and really enjoyed the bar and staff"
"We really enjoyed our stay. The pool was great and really enjoyed the bar and staff"Kathy
The price is ₹15,143
₹15,143
₹17,407 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - HostelPoint Loma
10/10 Excellent
Excellent choice
Excellent choice
Vijay
Stay Classy Hostel
Stay Classy HostelDowntown San Diego
10/10 Excellent
I stayed in a double the 1st night which was very comfortable and clean. Showers are large and clean. Laundry facilities with ironing board and irons available to use. Dressing table area with hairdryer etc. cooking equipment and fridges available. Very clean and modern throughout. Staff friendly and helpful. Recommended
I stayed in a double the 1st night which was very comfortable and clean. Showers are large and clean. Laundry facilities with ironing board and irons available to use. Dressing table area with hairdryer etc. cooking equipment and fridges available. Very clean and modern throughout. Staff friendly and helpful. Recommended
Katrina
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La JollaVillage of La Jolla
10/10 Excellent
Good value in exclusive area of San Diego. Friendly staff. Good size room. Lovely view from balcony. Easy parking. Few steps from shops and easily reached coves and beaches. Would stay again
Good value in exclusive area of San Diego. Friendly staff. Good size room. Lovely view from balcony. Easy parking. Few steps from shops and easily reached coves and beaches. Would stay again
Linda
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker HostelMission Beach
10/10 Excellent
What a great week I had staying here. This was my first hostel experience and I’m so glad I chose this one in particular. The staff were all just so lovely and helpful. The vibe in the hostel is very relaxed and calm. We put a movie on in the common area most evenings and all of the other visitors were chatty and polite too, I guess we just all felt so relaxed like we were in our own homes.
The pancake option for breakfast was superb and ensured when it was time to get out to explore, we’d...
What a great week I had staying here. This was my first hostel experience and I’m so glad I chose this one in particular. The staff were all just so lovely and helpful. The vibe in the hostel is very relaxed and calm. We put a movie on in the common area most evenings and all of the other visitors were chatty and polite too, I guess we just all felt so relaxed like we were in our own homes.
The pancake option for breakfast was superb and ensured when it was time to get out to explore, we’d...
Catherine
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Bay Club Hotel & MarinaPoint Loma
10/10 Excellent
Greatly hotel, this was our second stay here and it didn’t disappoint! It’s a perfect location for getting around with lots close by! The pool and hot tub were great and not too crowded! We highly recommend and will definitely be back!!!!!
Greatly hotel, this was our second stay here and it didn’t disappoint! It’s a perfect location for getting around with lots close by! The pool and hot tub were great and not too crowded! We highly recommend and will definitely be back!!!!!
Laura
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Legacy Resort Hotel & SpaMission Valley
10/10 Excellent
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Sharon
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & MarinaPoint Loma
10/10 Excellent
Amazing 2 night stay - wish we had stayed longer!!!
Our room was ground floor had an amazing view of the marina. We had drinks and food from the bar at happy hour and also had breakfast on-site.
Amazing 2 night stay - wish we had stayed longer!!!
Our room was ground floor had an amazing view of the marina. We had drinks and food from the bar at happy hour and also had breakfast on-site.
Candice
The Rambler Hotel
The Rambler HotelChula Vista
10/10 Excellent
Amazing, friendly service and the coffee from the onsite coffee shop is divine! Great value and great location for public transport.
Amazing, friendly service and the coffee from the onsite coffee shop is divine! Great value and great location for public transport.
Roberta
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSUMid-City
10/10 Excellent
Very nice quiet room and facilities and a good breakfast with plenty of choices.
Very nice quiet room and facilities and a good breakfast with plenty of choices.
Richard
Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique
Hercor Hotel - Urban BoutiqueChula Vista
10/10 Excellent
We were welcomed by a lovely lady at reception you gave us all the information we needed. She offered us bottled water and also provided us with a mini fridge when we asked her if there was a fridge in the room.
The room was of good size, clean and tidy.
Breakfast was simple, but nice. The staff member was a very welcoming and helpful lady.
We were welcomed by a lovely lady at reception you gave us all the information we needed. She offered us bottled water and also provided us with a mini fridge when we asked her if there was a fridge in the room.
The room was of good size, clean and tidy.
Breakfast was simple, but nice. The staff member was a very welcoming and helpful lady.
Brian
Pleasant Inn
Pleasant InnClairemont
10/10 Excellent
Very good
Very good
Terence
Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel
Best Western Yacht Harbor HotelPoint Loma
10/10 Excellent
Clean room, fast check-in.
Well situated. No complaints.
Clean room, fast check-in.
Well situated. No complaints.
George
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Discover cheap things to do in San Diego
San Diego is a fantastic playground for budget-conscious travellers who appreciate quality experiences without breaking the bank. Start your adventure at Balboa Park, where you can stroll through beautiful gardens and discover numerous free museums on Tuesdays. Next, head to the iconic La Jolla Cove, where the spectacular coastal views and sea lions basking on the rocks are absolutely free to enjoy. For those who love the outdoors, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve offers stunning hiking trails with breathtaking ocean vistas, all for a nominal parking fee. Don’t miss the vibrant atmosphere at Old Town San Diego, where you can explore historic sites and indulge in affordable Mexican cuisine from local eateries. Lastly, the Gaslamp Quarter is perfect for evening strolls, showcasing beautiful Victorian architecture and street performances, with plenty of budget-friendly dining options. For your stay, consider the Mission Valley area; centrally located, it offers a range of affordable hotels with easy access to public transport, making it a breeze to explore all these attractions. After a day of adventures, you can unwind in your comfortable hotel before planning the next day’s escapades.
Find the best cheap hotels in San Diego
For budget-conscious travellers visiting San Diego, these hotels offer comfortable stays without breaking the bank. Each hotel combines affordability with essential amenities, ensuring a pleasant experience.
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
- Why it's great for a budget-friendly vacation: Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station offers budget travellers a delightful blend of affordability and comfort. Boasting a remarkable review rating of 9.4, the hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi and toiletries, ensuring guests have all they need for a pleasant stay. The hotel also features a complimentary breakfast on weekends, adding to its appeal for those on a budget.
- Other amenities: Guests can enjoy a relaxing outdoor pool and a hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing. The hotel provides self-parking and daily housekeeping services for added convenience. Each suite includes a kitchen, making it easy for guests to prepare their own meals. Additional features such as accessible parking, a fitness centre, and a rooftop terrace enhance the overall experience, making it an ideal choice for budget travellers.
- Neighborhood: Point Loma
- Nearby attractions: Shelter Island - 3 km, Old Town San Diego State Park - 4.2 km, Pechanga Arena - 4.2 km
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
- Why it's great for a budget-friendly vacation: Courtyard by Marriott is an excellent choice for budget travelers, with a solid review rating of 9.2. Guests can benefit from free Wi-Fi and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. The hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
- Other amenities: In addition to essential budget amenities, the hotel offers a range of features such as a 24-hour fitness centre, self-parking, and a rooftop garden. Guests can enjoy nearby beach access and a variety of water-based activities like kayaking and snorkeling. The on-site snack bar provides a selection of quick bites, making it easy for travelers to refuel during their adventures.
- Neighborhood: Point Loma
- Nearby attractions: Shelter Island - 3.4 km, Old Town San Diego State Park - 3.9 km, Pechanga Arena - 3.9 km
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
- Why it's great for a budget-friendly vacation: Hampton Inn & Suites is a top pick for budget-conscious travelers, highlighted by an impressive review rating of 9.2. Guests can enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast and free Wi-Fi, providing excellent value for their stay. The hotel also offers free airport transportation, making it a convenient choice for those flying in and out of San Diego.
- Other amenities: Additional amenities include a well-equipped outdoor pool, fitness facilities available 24 hours, and self-parking options. Rooms come with convenient kitchenettes, and the hotel is designed with accessible features for all travelers. Travelers can also take advantage of the on-site snack bar and housekeeping services, ensuring a comfortable and straightforward stay.
- Nearby attractions: Shelter Island - 3.5 km, Waterfront Park - 4.1 km, Port of San Diego - 4.8 km
- Why it's great for a budget-friendly vacation: Old Town Inn is an excellent choice for savvy travellers searching for budget-friendly accommodations in a prime location. With an impressive review rating of 9.2, this inn offers complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi, ensuring guests start their day on the right foot while staying connected. The spacious rooms feature kitchenettes, making it easy for guests to prepare meals during their stay.
- Other amenities: Guests can enjoy free self-parking and daily housekeeping, providing added convenience. The inn is located near the beach, perfect for those looking to soak up the sun or enjoy nearby outdoor activities. Additional features include air conditioning, a full-size refrigerator, and a microwave, catering to guests' needs for comfort and convenience. The inviting atmosphere of Old Town Inn makes it a welcoming retreat for budget travellers.
- Neighborhood: Point Loma
- Nearby attractions: University of San Diego - 2.3 km, Old Town San Diego State Park - 0.9 km, Pechanga Arena - 1.5 km
- Why it's great for a budget-friendly vacation: Ideal for budget travelers, Kings Inn San Diego has a welcoming atmosphere with an excellent review rating of 8.8. Guests can enjoy free toiletries, Wi-Fi, and in-room internet access, making it easy to stay connected while enjoying their stay. The hotel features a lovely outdoor pool and hot tub, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring the city.
- Other amenities: In addition to its great budget amenities, Kings Inn boasts a range of features such as daily housekeeping, self-parking, and a fitness centre. The hotel is also designed with family-friendly options, including free cribs and connecting rooms. Guests can indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, while the surrounding area offers nearby golf courses and a beautiful garden to unwind in.
- Neighborhood: Mission Valley
- Nearby attractions: Old Town San Diego State Park - 2.9 km, Pechanga Arena - 4.8 km, Hotel Circle - 0.8 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Diego like for travellers on a budget?
San Diego offers a variety of cheap accommodation options and things to do, making it a budget-friendly holiday choice. In addition to its well-known attractions such as San Diego Zoo and Mission Bay, this destination is home to Balboa Park and Waterfront Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in San Diego?
Based on reviews, California Suites Hotel is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle and Bay Club Hotel & Marina.
How many cheap hotels will I find in San Diego?
Choose a hotel that suits your wallet from Expedia's 58 budget hotels in San Diego.
When is the best time for a budget trip to San Diego?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to San Diego, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for San Diego is 328 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Diego?
San Diego attracts visitors with its popular zoo and top museums, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as San Diego Zoo and Mission Bay, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and Star of India, or pay a visit to California Tower.
How can I get to San Diego and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in San Diego can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away from the centre in San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away. Take advantage of metro transport at Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station and 5th Avenue Station. If you want to travel outside the area, hop on a train from San Diego Santa Fe Depot, Old Town Transit Center or San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station. You can explore your water travel options at the port.