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A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and palm trees.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,134 reviews)
"Nice a friendly staff! Great hotel in beautiful La Jolla!"
United States
Tristan
The price is CA $206
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

2. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
Kearny Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with very friendly staff"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is CA $161
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, comfortable seating, and large windows offering natural light.

3. Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
4.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,728 reviews)
"Clean and great bfast plus helpful staff"
United States
Rita
The price is CA $173
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,758 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Terrance
The price is CA $191
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
Kearny Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff, clean rooms and excellent location"
United States
Ahmad
The price is CA $190
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
3.0 star property
Kearny Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Overall, our stay was great!"
United States
Willy
The price is CA $169
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

7. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 star property
Mission Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,101 reviews)
"Great family hotel. Simple and clean yummy breakfast inexpensive and perfect for our short stay in sd"
United States
Alejandra
The price is CA $192
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

8. Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
Clairemont
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,635 reviews)
"Clean rooms and Great Staff."
United States
Daniel
The price is CA $103
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Pleasant Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
4.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,879 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean rooms, quick and helpful staff."
United States
Monique
The price is CA $175
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

10. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,477 reviews)
"Had a good stay"
United States
Yesenia
The price is CA $161
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel."
United States
KATHERINE
The price is CA $215
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and ottoman. There is a large painting on the wall, a floor lamp, and a refrigerator with a Pepsi logo.

12. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
2.5 star property
Miramar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,672 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, plenty of parking, quiet location."
United States
Andrea
The price is CA $157
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

13. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"an excellent hotel for a reasonable price"
United States
Igor
The price is CA $150
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

14. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Overall great location, staff, and room"
United States
Melissa
The price is CA $216
CA $248 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking area with palm trees.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,631 reviews)
"Wish they had breakfast but other than that it was great clean place to stay"
United States
MANUEL
The price is CA $163
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire feature, and a bar area with a stone wall and shelves.

16. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,545 reviews)
"Hotel is very nice and location is close to UCSD."
United States
Ryan
The price is CA $261
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a reception desk, and seating areas.

17. Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG
2.5 star property
Scripps Ranch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"friendly staffs, clean room"
United States
Heidi
The price is CA $155
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG
An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,822 reviews)
"Great location, quiet, great breakfast , would stay there again."
United States
Blake Douglas
The price is CA $186
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,226 reviews)
"great Breakfast and Great Location"
United States
Daniel
The price is CA $173
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white chairs, and potted plants.

20. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely stay, definitely will be back!"
United States
Kaliyah
The price is CA $228
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
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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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Top Central San Diego Hotel Reviews

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
University Heights

10/10 Excellent

Great clean room, amazing property, the shower isn’t great but is not bad in any way. Really enjoyed our stay here!
Canada
Liam
Reviewed October 18, 2026
Lafayette Hotel & Club

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