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Top Central San Diego hotels

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

4 out of 5
2223 El Cajon Blvd San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$226 nightly
The price is $259 total per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
$259 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and a poolside bar. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, laundry ...
The hotel is beautiful art deco and was already wonderfully decorated for Xmas. The staff is very helpful and friendly. The food is delicious and LuLu's club is a fantastic venue. This is a must stay in San Diego and great for a staycation like we did.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

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Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
875 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$179 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
$206 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business ...
Room was clean and spacious

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$159 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$183 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
This traditional hotel includes 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and WiFi in ...
Overall, everything was great. I did have a few pesky flies in my room for the duration though. Not sure why!

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$78 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$90 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
This Art Deco hotel includes 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Enjoy the gym and perks like free WiFi. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour front desk, and a ...
Didn’t eat there.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

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Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel

Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel

4 out of 5
1433 Camino Del Rio S San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
$136 total
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, A 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
Good customer service

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$96 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
$111 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel includes 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi ...
Pool area is beautiful! 10’ pool and huge jacuzzi. Tropical environment. Great food. The Reef Lounge is awesome. Fire pits by the pool. Clean, comfy rooms. We stay-cation monthly and they have better beds than most. Every thing is close by.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

4 out of 5
901 Camino Del Rio S San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$131 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
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Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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

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

2.5 out of 5
2485 Hotel Circle Place San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$104 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$119 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub and free full breakfast ...
Front desk staff was super helpful to switch a room for us

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3 out of 5
543 Hotel Circle S San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$88 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
$102 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub ...
People hanging outside very late

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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Central San Diego Hotel & Travel Guide\n

You can discover a wide variety of apartment and hotel options to choose from in Central San Diego. Travelocity's booking page currently is where you will find 51 hotel establishments within a 6-mile (10-kilometer) distance of downtown Central San Diego.

You'll find Residence Inn By Marriott San Diego Central and Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa within wandering distance of Central San Diego's city center.

Students, families and those watching their dollars will find some great Central San Diego accommodation options that won't blow holes in the wallet. The Extended Stay America San Diego - Mission Valley - Stadium and the Quality Inn San Diego Miramar are amongst the other cheaper hotels worth investigating.

The Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa is located 10 miles (16 kilometers) away from central Central San Diego. Another place to stay is the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, which is 7 miles (11 kilometers) away. The Hotel del Coronado along with the Pantai Inn are alternate bases around Central San Diego.

If time is on your side, why not broaden your horizons and get to know the many other attractions around Southern California during your stay in the area? Southern California offers beaches, mountains and rolling hills, and interesting tourist places of interest are art galleries, open-air exhibits and street art. Modern visitors in this part of United States of America commonly enjoy snowboarding.

Looking for more activities? Consider spending a few hours enjoying Centennial Park and Coronado Ferry Landing, which you'll find in Coronado, 13 miles (21 kilometers) south of Central San Diego. The Marriott Coronado Island Resort & Spa and Hard Rock Hotel San Diego are just some examples of the apartment and hotel choices in Coronado. Or stay in Carlsbad, 20 miles (34 kilometers) to the northwest of Central San Diego, where you can choose between the Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego and Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Spa & Golf Club. Whether you're just passing through or staying in Carlsbad, set aside some time to visit the Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Carlsbad State Beach.

San Diego International Airport is a practical gateway for air travel, and can be found 9 miles (15 kilometers) away from downtown Central San Diego. Conveniently located Travelocity-listed hotels include Paradise Point Resort & Spa and San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter.

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