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A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the elevator.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

1. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Brenda
CA $222
CA $255 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".

2. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Justin
CA $164
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Handlery Hotel
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.

3. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
Marita
CA $144
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
A hotel room with a large window with blinds, a round mirror, two teal chairs, a small round table, and a television on a wooden cabinet.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
LORENA
CA $127
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.
A coastal area with rocky terrain, clear blue water, and palm trees.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Veronica
CA $163
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.

6. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
elizabeth
CA $234
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Dana on Mission Bay
A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.
A bar with three colorful cocktails on a mat, bottles and glasses in the background, and a view of the sea through arched windows.
A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.

7. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Jennifer
CA $358
CA $491 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
La Jolla Shores Hotel
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.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.

8. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Matthew
CA $116
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Best Western Seven Seas
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.
A room with a view of a cityscape, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a floor lamp.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large flat-screen TV displaying a scenic ocean view, and a seating area with pink chairs.
A tall, modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and an American flag.

9. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
Mexico
Patricia
CA $192
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a fire escape.
A Starbucks with a modern interior, including a wooden wall and a counter with a coffee machine.
A person holding a bottle and glasses, wearing a dark shirt with a logo and an apron.
A lobby with a seating area featuring two armchairs and a table, a decorative wall, and a chandelier.

10. The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
Downtown San Diego
United States
Yessenia
CA $223
CA $298 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Sofia Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking area.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

11. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Samuel
CA $198
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel with a sign reading "Wyndham Garden," surrounded by palm trees and a well-lit entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating with bar stools and cushioned chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

12. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
marissa
CA $169
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.
A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."

13. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Nathaniel
CA $188
CA $257 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A large, multi-deck riverboat with a white exterior and multiple levels of balconies.
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a gazebo.
A waterfront property with a pathway lined by palm trees and string lights, leading to a building with a dock and boats.

14. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
Cristina
CA $260
CA $376 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bahia Resort Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a dining section.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a landscape.
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
Mission Valley
United States
Omero
CA $165
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.
A room with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks and a beverage refrigerator.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and dumbbells, with a TV on the wall and large windows.

16. Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Point Loma
United States
Lolita
CA $156
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A patio with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.
A buffet with various food options, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.

17. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Robert
CA $186
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs arranged in rows, large windows, and a potted plant.
A multi-story building with the name "RAMADA" on the facade.
A spacious lobby with a grey sofa, a red rug, and a snack kiosk.
A pool area with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a building with red railings.

18. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
National City
United States
Sonia
CA $100
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset, and a bedside table with a phone.
An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.

19. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Rancho Peñasquitos
United States
Steven
CA $134
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.
A wicker table with a bottle of wine, a glass, and a potted plant.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.

20. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Village of La Jolla
United States
Michele
CA $274
CA $315 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
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