Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa

4-star property
E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 1-855-201-7819
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Hotel Description

A family-friendly stay in San Diego awaits you at Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa. You'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Seaworld and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from University of San Diego. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, 3 spa tubs, and a full-service spa.

Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-star Beach Cities resort include Old Town San Diego State Park and Mission Beach.

You can enjoy LCD TVs with satellite channels, and all 357 rooms feature free WiFi, MP3 docks, and coffee/tea makers. In-room dining is easy with amenities like refrigerators and room service. Nice touches to enhance your stay include free toiletries, while pillowtop beds and premium bedding invite a good night's rest. Additionally, down comforters, free weekday newspapers, and free local calls are available.

A relaxing visit to Spa Brezza can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and detox wraps along with access to the spa tub and steam room. The bistro, Acqua, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Olive is the resort's own bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the 5 outdoor tennis courts, outdoor swimming pool, and marina. 26000 square feet (2415 square meters) of event facilities include 15 meeting rooms and a conference center, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business center. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour fitness center, and a steam room. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6 AM and 11 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$136 per night

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Villa, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa ratings based on 49 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.6 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0
2 out of 5

Great location, but needs updating

Pros: Location is great.
Cons: SAFETY ISSUES NEED TO BE RESOLVED!!!! Needs new carpet, paint, and new doors throughout the hotel.
Location: Close to Sea World, Ocean Beach, Mission Beach. Easy access to I-5. Mission Bay bike path right next to hotel.
The hotel is a bit run down - it needs remodeling. They charge $38 per day for parking, which is too high. VERY DISAPPOINTED ABOUT SAFETY. One of the pool ladders was broken - a sharp metal tube protruding a couple of inches from the deck where it broke off. It was covered with a blue cone that is easily moved - NO SAFETY SIGNS!!!! This should be fixed immediately before a child or adult steps on it with bare feet and gets a giant cut, sending them to the emergency room!!!

Posted by , from Seattle, WA on Feb 26, 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 3, 2017 by Don Dennis

Dear JFR, Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback about your recent stay. We apologize that you felt that we did not take safety concerns seriously but we want to assure you that our guest safety is extremely important to us. We covered the broken ladder to alert guests and then as quickly as possible sent it to be fixed by a custom technician. The ladder is back in working order now and we hope that you will still consider us for future stays in San Diego. All the best, DON DENNIS Managing Director

4 out of 5

Great, family friendly and romantic beach hotel

Pros: I enjoyed the restaurant, access to the beach and the fire pits. Proximity to Sea World treated us with a firework show!
Cons: Our room smelled a little like sewage.
The hotel is beautiful and perfect for a family vacation or romantic retreat. Located in a centralized location, close to San Diego and right on Mission Bay, next to a park. Great restaurant, beach access with plenty of water amenities.

Posted by , from Colorado on Aug 2, 2016

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Comment from Hotel Management

by Hotel Manager

Dear Rachel, We're so glad you and your family appreciated our scenic site on Mission Bay, our culinary offerings at Acqua our California Bistro was a palate pleasing experience, and the fireworks display right over the water in front of the resort was a fun surprise! With so much to do and see right here on site and just beyond, we hope to welcome you back in the near future. Warmest regards, ELIZABETH MELENDEZ, Hotel Manager

2 out of 5

Nice Location.

I just finished a 3 night stay with my family and we were very pleased with the location of the hotel. Not only was it a quick 10-15 minute drive from the zoo but also a very short walk from our room to the beaches on the bay. My 3 year old loved the pool and playing on the beach. Unfortunately I was hit with a bit of a surprise when I was checking in: "Would you like to purchase parking?" Unsure of my options the lady at the counter proceeded to tell me that we are welcome to park on the street but would have to move the car between the hours of 2am and 4am because the city won't allow parking during those hours. Well then, I suppose I don't really have a choice but to purchase the parking. Turns out they really take advantages of this and the daily rate is $36. The room was very nice and had a fire pit right outside on the patio which also overlooked the nightly fireworks from Sea World. We were also pleasantly surprised to find a microwave in addition to the typical mini-fridge which came in handy since there aren't many options for food in a close vicinity. Just like the parking fees, the restaurant takes advantage of the exclusivity. After spending $70.00 on a burger (mediocre at best) and a typical pasta dish, without drinks, we decided to just stock up the fridge and get some use out of the microwave. TL;DR: Nice hotel, great location, absurd extra charges and prices. Staff are friendly, especially the cleaning staff. Would seek out alternatives in the future.

Posted by , from L on Jul 15, 2016

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Comment from Hotel Management

by Managing Director

Dear Nick, Many thanks for the visit and feedback, Brandon. We're thrilled that you enjoyed our site and its offerings, but disappointed you were surprised by our fees on your arrival. We work hard to be forthright and transparent at the booking process and we apologize if this was not sufficiently communicated prior to your arrival. Thank you for giving us an opportunity to welcome you and we hope you will reconsider a return visit. All the best, DON DENNIS Managing Director

4 out of 5

Nice hotel, good time BUT.....

Pros: Great Service!
Cons: Resort fees should included some amenities. Bike rental should be covered by these fees esepcially in the colder months where you cant use the beach
Location: Sea world and beach nearby
Let me start by saying this is a nice hotel, right on the beach, pools are nice and there are many activities and Sea world is just minutes way. The service was great as well, food was ok. HOWEVER, be for warned. There are daily fees at this resort of a whopping $65.00 a day!! (resort fee of 29 and PARKING IS $36.00). I knew aboutt he resort fees when i booked but for whatever reason i did not know about the parking fee which i think is just extremely high. especially when you have to park your car yourself and 2 nights it was so crowded i had to park pretty far away from my room and walk. The resort fees included things like access to the pool? Housekeeping? coffee makers? ect.. these are all things that are free in most hotels so Im a little confused by that. Over all we had a good time, but 260 in fees alone i feel is just very high.

Posted by , from New Jersey on Apr 17, 2016

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 22, 2016 by tsheffler@missionbayhilton.com

Dear Janet, We're very happy your overall experience at the Hilton San Diego Resort and Spa was enjoyable. We work hard to provide a level of service that rivals our scenic little oasis here on Mission Bay and it's great to know we met our goal with your stay. Thank you for your feedback and for being our valued guest. We hope to welcome you back in the future. All the best, DON DENNIS Managing Director

4 out of 5

Very friendly place to stay

Very accommodating staff, beautiful grounds and ammenities. A little far from the beaches than we expected but non the less we liked it very much. The beds were very comfortable and very clean. Nice pool area very relaxing place to stay. Would stay again.

Posted by , from Everett, wa on Mar 31, 2015

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3 out of 5

Great location!

While a great location near the Bay, near Sea World, great pool and honestly great restaurant with live music and view!  But be careful of room placement.  Bottom floor can face parking lot or service entrance (still paying a lot).  Had to be asked to be moved the first day (which I never do!) due to location and felt like I paid a lot for a Motel 6 room...once moved so much better and happier!!!!  Would go back after knowing which areas to ask for.

Posted by on Jun 6, 2013

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5 out of 5

March Spring break for mother/daughter absolutely the best medicine!

Pros: lots to do onsite
Cons: No free Internet
My daughter and I planned a last minute spring break getaway and were able to get a deal for flight and hotel to go west cheaper than it was to go south. So, because it was just us two ladies with no car, we needed an all inclusive place. Room service, breakfast buffet, sitting on deck chairs with morning drinks, beach walks, getting a car or taxi to get anywhere in San Diego was so easy, and the staff was amazing. The consierge found us a great sunset yoga session (We tried to do this on our own at first and ended up in a "not so reputable" area, so our Hilton driver brought us to another location for a nice safe beach walk instead.) and signed us up for a sunset dinner cruise. We even did the San Diego trolley tour (which picked us up at the hotel & returned us at the end of the day). Everything went perfectly and we had a terrific time. We have and will continue to recommend this place to all of our friends & family. Can't wait to come back again with the rest of my family. Thanks to everyone at the Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa. We loved meeting all of you and appreciated having a wonderful and relaxing week with you! You made each day special!

Posted by , from Boston, MA, USA on Apr 14, 2013

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5 out of 5

Nice hotel friendly people.

Pros: Quiet
Cons: No free Internet
We arrived earlier than the check in time and were able to choose our room. Liked that. The staff all around was very friendly and they really go out of there way to keep the place clean. Actually saw someone dusting the stop sign as you left the hotel. Only thing is charging for parking and the shuttle sevice they use is very expensive. But overall really liked the place alot.

Posted by on Sep 17, 2012

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1 out of 5

rude manager , very dirty room smelled of mildew

Cons: Noisy
manager was rude asked for a new clean room he said all were alike and had it recleaned , it was not any better . upon arrival at hotel the man at front desk pointed to direction of room and said you have only one bag? what an awful hotel dirty ,rude smelly,mildew hotel

Posted by , from ore on Aug 10, 2012

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4 out of 5

Very nice and helpful staff.

Pros: Quiet
My family and I enjoyed our stay at the Hilton. Check in was fast and polite. The pool was very clean and was kid friendly. The restaurant and bar staff was great and food was great. The whole hotel made us feel welcome and answered all of questions politely and professionally. Would stay here again.

Posted by , from Fort Worth, TX, USA on Jul 10, 2012

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About the Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa

Location 1775 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

Property Features

Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a marina, and 3 spa tubs. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this resort measures 26000 square feet (2415 square meters) and includes a conference center. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a 24-hour fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa. Parking is available for a fee. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mediterranean San Diego resort.

  • 357 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 26000 sq ft of conference space
  • 2415 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1962
  • Bar by the pool
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kid's activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family Property
  • Free WiFi
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 5
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired high-speed Internet

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Train station: San Diego Coaster Old Town Station (3.2 km / 2 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Area shuttle
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge
  • Airport: San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) (9.5 km / 5.9 mi)

Room Amenities

Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa offers 357 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • MP3 dock
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave available
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down blanket
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Weekday newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6 AM to 11 AM.

A'roma - Onsite coffee shop. Open select days.

Olive - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Frescos - This poolside bistro serves lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Acqua - This bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Nearby Activities

Located in Mission Bay Aquatic Park's 4,600-plus acres of beaches, coves, and islands, this 18-acre resort includes a nearby beach and dock, outdoor pool area, children's wading pool, and three spa tubs.
Five lighted tennis courts include a practice alley and tennis instructor. The resort also features a full-service spa and a well-equipped fitness room.
Mission Bay Aquatic Park and San Diego beaches feature numerous recreational opportunities including surfing, scuba diving, kayaking, boating, fishing, and personal watercraft. Mountain biking and horse riding are among additional options in the San Diego area.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
  • Beach volleyball on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Water skiing on site
  • Motor boating on site
  • Windsurfing on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Pilates classes on site
  • Rowing or canoeing on site
  • Segway rental/tour on site
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Sailing on site
  • Basketball on site
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Personal motorized watercraft on site
  • Scuba diving nearby

Spa Services

  • Number of treatment rooms 9
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body wraps
  • Body treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facial treatments
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Hydrotherapy treatments
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Prenatal massage
  • Spa tub in spa
  • Steam room in spa
  • Thai massage
  • Minimum age to access spa is 16
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massage
  • Detoxification wrap
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you need to make special requests for accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when booking your stay.

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • In-room accessibility

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM

Special check-in instructions:

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night.

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 per room (weight limit: 75.00 lb)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Pool access
  • Spa access
  • Spa tub access
  • Beach access
  • Health club access
  • Fitness center access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • Business center/computer access
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • In-room safe
  • In-room coffee
  • Concierge/valet service
  • Housekeeping
  • Additional inclusions

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property, but they may vary based on length of stay or the room booked.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: between USD 8 and USD 17 per person (approximately)
  • Self parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Hilton Resort San Diego
  • Hilton San Diego
  • Hilton San Diego Resort
  • San Diego Hilton
  • San Diego Hilton Resort
  • San Diego Resort Hilton
  • Hilton Hotel San Diego
  • Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel San Diego
  • Hilton San Diego Hotel San Diego
  • Hilton San Diego Resort And Spa

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.