What's the best place to stay in San Diego?

Pendry San Diego is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This 5-star hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Reviews from our site also recommend Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter and Pacific Terrace Hotel as top choices for your stay.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in San Diego?

Based on reviews, Four Points by Sheraton San Diego - SeaWorld is a popular 3.5-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Other choices to stay on the cheap include La Petite Rouge Motel and Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego Downtown Convention Center .

What's the best accommodation option for a family holiday to San Diego?

Sunshine Suites at East Village is a top 3.5-star apartment on Expedia for families, and features in-room kitchens and laundry facilities. Also, attractions such as USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo are fun for children of all ages.

What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in San Diego?

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina is a top 4-star LGBTQ-friendly resort, affiliated with IGLTA, that features a marina and free WiFi. Hyatt Regency La Jolla and Andaz San Diego - a concept by Hyatt are other good choices for your trip.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation option in San Diego?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley is a top property for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North and Omni San Diego Hotel .

What are some accommodation options with pools in San Diego?

WorldMark San Diego - Mission Valley is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring an outdoor pool, free self-parking and an in-room kitchen.

What is the best spa hotel in San Diego?

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain is a top spa hotel featuring an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and tennis courts. Why not spend some time relaxing in the hot tub? Another popular spa hotel in San Diego is WorldMark San Diego - Mission Valley .

What should I see while I'm in San Diego?

Known for its museums and theatres, cultural venues include Lyceum Theatre, San Diego Repertory Theater and San Diego Opera. Attractions such as New Children's Museum, USS Midway Museum and Maritime Museum of San Diego are fun for children of all ages. Notable for its historic sites, landmarks like Harlem of the West Sites, Pantoja Park and Hotel Douglas Historic Site are not to be missed.

What's the best way to get around San Diego?

Nearby metro stations include Civic Center Station, 5th Avenue Station and Convention Center Station. If you want to travel outside the area, hop on a train from San Diego Santa Fe Depot, San Diego-Old Town Transit Center or San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station. You can find out about your options for water transport at the port.

What's the seasonal weather like in San Diego?

The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are December and January, with an average of 15°C. Average annual precipitation for San Diego is 253 mm.

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Where to stay in San Diego

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Downtown San Diego

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4.5/5Wonderful!(138 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at America Plaza Trolley Station or County Center - Little Italy Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

4/5Very Good!(13 area reviews)

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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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 Beach

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

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Ocean Beach

4.5/5Wonderful!(4 area reviews)

With a secluded sunbathing beach, swimming-only beach, special surf beach, volleyball beach and dog beach, San Diego’s “OB” sure takes beaches seriously.

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Visiting San Diego

History buffs will enjoy exploring San Diego, and visitors give high marks for the popular zoo, seaside and fascinating museums. Tourists who journey to this walkable city can discover its theatres, art and entertainment. Top sights in the city include Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld.

There are 1489 hotels and other accommodation options in San Diego
The closest major airport is in San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.), 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the city centre
The next closest is in San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), 6.7 mi (10.8 km) away

Getting around San Diego

With so many transport options, exploring all of San Diego is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like Civic Center Station, 5th Avenue Station and Convention Center Station. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from San Diego Santa Fe Depot, San Diego-Old Town Transit Center or San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station. You can explore your water travel options at the local port.

Dressing for San Diego

Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 19°C and the nighttime average to be 9°C
From April to June, temperatures average about 23°C during the day and 12°C at night
July to September averages 25°C during the day and 17°C at night
Between October and December, the average temperature is 23°C during the day and 9°C at night
Average annual rainfall for San Diego is 250 millimetres
Hottest months are usually August and September with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 9°C

Frequently asked questions

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San Diego Hotel Reviews

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5 / 5 Excellent

We don't like the parking fee

A verified traveller stayed at Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

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5 / 5 Excellent

Property is amazing. Restaurant are not fully open.

A verified traveller stayed at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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5 / 5 Excellent

It was beyond expectation. Several restaurants are in walking distance. Amazing city and ocean view!

A verified traveller from Rancho Palos Verdes stayed at Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Posted 2 days ago

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Super clean and very nice staff

A verified traveller stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Posted 2 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Really nice hotel! Can't wait to return

A verified traveller stayed at Hilton San Diego Bayfront

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5 / 5 Excellent

It’s clean

A verified traveller stayed at San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

Posted 3 days ago

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

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5 / 5 Excellent

Easy access to main highways

A verified traveller stayed at Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Posted 3 days ago

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5 / 5 Excellent

We don’t venture to San Diego often, but when we do this is the only place we stay! The boys are obsessed with the pools, and I’m obsessed with the amazing service! I have never once had a poor experience here!

A verified traveller from Thousand Oaks stayed at The Dana on Mission Bay

Posted 3 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

This is an amazing location to stay at. Park is right across street one way and ocean is right across street other way, with food and shopping. Hotel is well kept and staff friendly. We would definitely stay here again and recommend.

A verified traveller stayed at Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Posted 3 days ago

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