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1. Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base

Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base
2.5 star property
Shelltown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was okay as expected of a motel."
United States
Mayra
The price is CA $130
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base

2. Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South
2.0 star property
1 km from Shelltown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,190 reviews)
"Great stay for a stay !"
United States
Monserrat
The price is CA $103
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

3. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Shelltown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,237 reviews)
"Clean room and really nice area for our stay"
United States
Brandon
The price is CA $179
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

4. Loews Coronado Bay Resort

Loews Coronado Bay Resort
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Shelltown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,168 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, beautiful scenery. The only downside is everything is far away- gas station, restaurants, you have to UBER or have a rental car to travel for amenities outside of what the resort offers."
United States
Josh
The price is CA $241
CA $343 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Loews Coronado Bay Resort

5. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Shelltown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,712 reviews)
"Amazing stay with all the amenities."
United States
Claudia
The price is CA $193
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

6. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Shelltown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,213 reviews)
"Very nice retro hotel. Near highway and lots of restaurants. Would stay there again. Great coffee."
United States
Mark S.
The price is CA $129
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Rambler Hotel

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
6.1 km from Shelltown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location. Wonderful rooms. Definitely would book again"
United States
Christine
The price is CA $176
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

8. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
6.6 km from Shelltown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,375 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is CA $152
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

9. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4.0 star property
Marina District, 6.3 km from Shelltown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,908 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel would stay again!"
United States
Petra
The price is CA $209
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10. Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 5.7 km from Shelltown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,586 reviews)
"will definitely stay here again."
United States
Diego
The price is CA $160
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

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

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego, 11.6 km from Shelltown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,562 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Christopher
The price is CA $153
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

12. Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel
2.5 star property
11.9 km from Shelltown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,118 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great breakfast"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $156
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

13. El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
3.5 star property
6.6 km from Shelltown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very comfortable and quaint place. I would stay here again."
United States
Petula
The price is CA $192
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

14. Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort
4.0 star property
9.6 km from Shelltown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,809 reviews)
"Comfortable stay with beautiful views"
United States
Solair
The price is CA $166
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sheraton San Diego Resort

15. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Shelltown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,659 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is CA $205
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

16. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
3.0 star property
6 km from Shelltown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,802 reviews)
"Clean room , friendly staff , always helpful, breakfast good , always great to return"
United States
Luis
The price is CA $147
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

17. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4.0 star property
7 km from Shelltown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6,383 reviews)
"Great clean place to stay!"
United States
Danielle
The price is CA $200
CA $282 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

18. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Shelltown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,733 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel. I’d stay here again."
United States
Lori
The price is CA $154
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

19. The Sands of La Jolla

The Sands of La Jolla
2.5 star property
20.4 km from Shelltown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (958 reviews)
"Great location and the staff is really helpful."
United States
george
The price is CA $170
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Sands of La Jolla

20. Surfer Beach Hotel

Surfer Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Pacific Beach, 18 km from Shelltown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,396 reviews)
"Loved the location"
United States
Darla
The price is CA $154
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Surfer Beach Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Shelltown

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading 'Quality Inn By Choice Hotels', and various informational brochures.
Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,000 reviews
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A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal trays.
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,659 reviews
View
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and hanging plants. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
4,237 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a reception desk, and large windows offering views of the city.
Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,027 reviews
View
A high-rise building complex with multiple floors, large windows, and a waterfront view.
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
2,908 reviews
View

Where to stay in Shelltown

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Downtown San Diego

Cultural and financial hub, Downtown San Diego boasts the Symphony, Opera, theaters, museums, and historic sites like Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy diverse shops, dining, nightlife, and convenient public transport options.

Pacific Beach

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego's historic district boasts Victorian-era buildings, now housing vibrant restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Stroll from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and 4th to 6th Avenue, admiring the newly installed gaslamps at Market Street.

Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

Mission Bay

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels in Shelltown that travellers recommend?

For hotels in Shelltown that travellers recommend, consider the Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base.

The Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base, with a 7.8 rating, is often praised by guests. It offers complimentary continental breakfast and free grab-and-go breakfast options, which are convenient for early starts. Guests frequently mention the clean rooms and the excellent, friendly staff. The hotel is situated just 4.3 kilometres from San Diego Bay.

What are the best family hotels in Shelltown?

For families seeking comfortable accommodation in Shelltown, the Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base is a very good option.

This hotel, with a 7.8 rating, offers child-friendly window designs, ensuring a relaxing stay for families. Guests frequently mention the clean and good rooms, the excellent and friendly staff, and the good beds. A complimentary continental breakfast is provided, which is a convenient way to start the day. The hotel is located approximately 4.3 km from San Diego Bay, offering a nice proximity to this point of interest.

What hotels in Shelltown offer free breakfast?

For hotels in Shelltown that offer a complimentary breakfast, the Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base is an excellent choice.

This hotel, rated 7.8, provides a free continental breakfast daily, including a convenient To Go Breakfast option. Guests frequently praise the cleanliness of the rooms and the excellent, friendly staff. Additionally, it offers free WiFi and complimentary self-parking, and is located just 4.3 km from San Diego Bay.

What are the best budget hotels in Shelltown?

For a highly-rated budget hotel in Shelltown, the Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base is an excellent choice.

This hotel, with a 7.8 rating, offers complimentary WiFi and free self-parking, adding to its convenience. Guests frequently mention the clean rooms, good beds, and excellent, friendly staff. A complimentary continental breakfast is also available, with guests often praising it as nice. The hotel is located approximately 4.3 km from San Diego Bay.

When is the best time to go to Shelltown?

The best time to go to Shelltown, California, is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) months.

During these periods, the weather is pleasantly mild, with comfortable temperatures and less humidity than the peak summer months. This makes it ideal for exploring Shelltown's coastal attractions and enjoying outdoor activities without the intense heat or the larger crowds associated with school holidays. You'll find it easier to book popular restaurants and activities, and there's often better availability for premium accommodation.

For those planning to enjoy Shelltown's outdoor offerings, such as hiking the trails around the Shelltown Bluffs or exploring the tide pools along Pacific Strand, spring and autumn provide excellent conditions. The clear skies and gentle breezes are great for coastal walks or a round of golf at the Shelltown Golf Links. It's also a great time for couples seeking a relaxed getaway, as the town feels less bustling and more intimate.

If your primary interest is water sports or beach activities, the late summer (August and early September) can also be a good option, as the ocean temperatures are at their warmest.

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Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Shelltown hotel for you.

How much is the nightly rate at a Shelltown hotel?

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