Book The Best Hotels in Central San Diego, CA for 2026 from CA $114 - Fully Refundable Options

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A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

A table with two gold-framed lamps and a vase of white flowers.

A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

1. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Kearny Mesa

Paola

CA $175

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

2. Pleasant Inn

Clairemont

Donna

CA $99

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a central entrance with a glass door.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Kearny Mesa

Johanna

CA $208

CA $239 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A modern living room with a fireplace, grey sofas, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Kearny Mesa

KELLEY

CA $180

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a TV screen, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.

A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

Sorrento Valley

Balwinder

CA $238

CA $273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building.

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including round tables and booths, and a visible menu board.

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Sorrento Valley

Peter

CA $214

CA $246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a counter, and a mural on the wall.

A bar area with three cocktails on a wooden bar counter.

A lobby with a stone wall, blue sofa, purple chairs, and a patterned rug.

7. Kings Inn San Diego

Mission Valley

Armando

CA $116

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A spacious outdoor patio with a long rectangular table, several chairs, and a built-in fire feature.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a television.

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, arched windows, and a sign indicating it is a Best Western hotel.

8. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Miramar

Richard

CA $156

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, string lights, and a tall, narrow heater.

A multi-level hotel lobby with dining areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A beach with clear skies, a rocky cliff, and a lighthouse in the distance.

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City

Virginia

CA $250

CA $327 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

A vending machine stocked with snacks and beverages, including chips, cookies, and sodas.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, a yellow armchair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A Comfort Inn hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

10. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Christian

CA $158

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.

A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker pendant lights.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fountain with dolphin sculptures, and a modern building in the background.

11. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Kearny Mesa

Nikkia

CA $203

CA $233 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a building with a balcony.

A courtyard with a small pond, trees, and a fountain.

A lobby with a mosaic fountain, seating area, and a book display.

A courtyard with a small pond, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

12. California Suites Hotel

Clairemont

Mathew

CA $125

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

13. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Mission Valley

Veronica

CA $155

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling and multiple hanging spherical light fixtures.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.

A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego

Edward Palacios

CA $210

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a built-in bench with white cushions.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a building with large windows, and palm trees.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines, a clock, and a wooden bench.

15. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Famil

CA $238

CA $273 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, string lights overhead, and a view of a building in the background.

A modern lobby with a large window, two sofas, and two black planters with plants.

A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, comfortable seating, and large windows offering natural light.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of chairs, floral centerpieces, and string lights.

16. Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Mary

CA $172

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel dining area with a long communal table, individual tables, and blue chairs.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a blue wall with geometric patterns, and a wooden accent wall.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

Sorrento Valley

Johnathan

CA $210

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

A restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

18. Best Western Seven Seas

Mission Valley

Benjamin

CA $119

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.

A patio with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A buffet with various food options, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.

19. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego

Jason

CA $189

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a large red accent wall.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and vending machines.

20. Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

Mission Valley

William

CA $102

CA $117 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Stay near popular Central San Diego attractions

A zoo entrance with a panda sculpture, ticket booth, and people.

San Diego Zoo

9.2/10 (15,439 reviews)

See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos.

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A historic building with ornate architecture and a reflective pond with lily pads.

Balboa Park

9.2/10 (14,638 reviews)

Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.

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A bridge at night with its lights reflecting on the water.

Hotel Circle

8.2/10 (6,358 reviews)

Hotel Circle is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and charming cafes in this family-friendly area.

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A large stadium with a parking structure, surrounded by hills and a highway.

Snapdragon Stadium

8.4/10 (243 reviews)

Catch an event at Snapdragon Stadium during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Westfield UTC

9.2/10 (44 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Westfield UTC during your stay in San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Fashion Valley Mall

9.0/10 (111 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Fashion Valley Mall during your stay in San Diego. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.

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Viejas Arena

8.0/10 (21 reviews)

Catch an event at Viejas Arena during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.

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Mission Valley Mall

8.8/10 (53 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Mission Valley Mall during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Explore the seaside area of Central San Diego—a zoo, sports teams, and popular sights like San Diego Zoo.

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A coastal landscape with red rock formations and a view of the ocean.

Top Central San Diego Hotel Reviews

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice, would recommend"

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay"

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

8/10 Good

"The price was very reasonable, and the room itself was comfortable and spacious. Overall, we had a decent stay, but there were a couple of things that could be improved. There seemed to be quite a few people around the property who did not appear to be hotel guests, which made the area feel a little uncomfortable at times. On our second day, someone knocked on our door twice. When I checked, I saw a gentleman several rooms down walking toward our room. I closed the door, checked again a moment later, and saw him heading back toward his room. I’m not sure what the situation was, but it definitely made us feel a little uneasy. I reported it to the front desk, and the staff were very receptive and took my concern seriously, which made me feel much safer. Cleanliness could also be improved. The elevators had a strong food/pizza smell, and there was some small trash and debris in the carpeted areas. I do want to give Hampton a lot of credit for their customer service. After checking out, I realized I had forgotten a package in my room. The staff went above and beyond to help me retrieve it, and everything was found exactly where I had left it. I really appreciated how helpful and trustworthy they were. Staff: 10/10 Cleanliness: 7/10 Overall, it was a good value and the staff were excellent. With a little more attention to cleanliness and security around the property, the experience would be much better."

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

8/10 Good

"The lobby was clean and the staff was nice. My unit was upstairs and it was clean and smelled really good too the only thing was the bathroom doesn’t have a working fan so I showered with the window open….you’re welcome."

California Suites Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nicely convenient location provided quiet overnight stay, just what I needed and wanted."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Affordability and location can’t be beat. Staff is extremely helpful and attentive, and the amenities are great."

More cheap stays in Central San Diego

Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

631 Camino Del Rio S San Diego CA

CA $102

CA $117 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)