🏖️ Where to Stay · San Diego, CA
Hotels in San Diego, CA
91 real, currently-operating hotels and resorts across every category — Gaslamp Quarter high-rises, Coronado beach resorts, and La Jolla boutique hotels — so you can plan around the style of stay you actually want.
🏖️ Downtown to the Coast
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🚢 Waterfront & Little Italy
🏝️ Coronado
🌊 La Jolla
🏖️ Pacific & Mission Beach
⛵ Mission Bay
🚢 Point Loma & Liberty Station
🏨 Hotel Circle & Mission Valley
✈️ Airport Area
🏖️ Carlsbad & North County
⭐ Luxury Inland Resorts
San Diego’s lodging scene spans a big, car-friendly coastline — high-rise hotels in the Gaslamp Quarter, beach resorts on Coronado Island, cliffside boutiques in La Jolla, and family resorts near LEGOLAND in Carlsbad. We checked each property directly against its own official site rather than a generic aggregator list.
16 Properties
Pendry San Diego
Upscale lifestyle hotel with multiple restaurants, a rooftop pool/lounge, and a spa courtyard in the heart of Gaslamp.
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Historic 1910 Beaux-Arts landmark hotel with elegant rooms and the Grant Grill restaurant.
Andaz San Diego
Moderate lifestyle hotel with minimalist coastal design and a rooftop pool/cabana scene.
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Music-themed hotel with rock memorabilia, an iconic rooftop pool, and Nobu San Diego on-site.
Omni San Diego Hotel
511-room hotel connected via skybridge to Petco Park, with an outdoor pool and family-friendly amenities.
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Jimmy Buffett-themed hotel with a rooftop pool and fire pits, following a full renovation and rebrand.
Alma San Diego Downtown, Tribute Portfolio
Mexican-inspired boutique hotel with a casual pool restaurant in the heart of downtown.
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Hotel across from the Convention Center with loft-style rooms and a rooftop bar.
San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
Hotel near Petco Park featuring the Altitude Sky Lounge rooftop bar.
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Gaslamp/Convention Center
Budget-friendly hotel in a restored 1913 building known locally as The Historic St. James Hotel.
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Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Marriott’s playful, moderate/budget boutique brand with communal social spaces.
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, San Diego
Budget boutique hotel with playful pineapple branding in a central Gaslamp location.
Courtyard San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter/Convention Center
Moderate Marriott hotel with a rooftop bar, The Nolan.
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Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
East Village boutique hotel with some Petco Park-view rooms.
Palihotel San Diego
Design-forward boutique hotel in a historic 1912 building with rooftop access.
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
Lifestyle hotel in the Columbia District with a rooftop lounge.
9 Properties
InterContinental San Diego
Waterfront luxury hotel in the Columbia District with bay views and a rooftop pool.
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Large-scale Marina District hotel with resort-style amenities next to the Convention Center.
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Resort-style hotel with an extensive pool complex attached to the Convention Center.
The Westgate Hotel
Classic European-style luxury hotel in the Civic Core with the AquaVie wellness facility.
The Westin San Diego Bayview
Business-oriented hotel in the Financial District with a complimentary airport shuttle.
Carte Hotel San Diego, Curio Collection by Hilton
Fitness-focused boutique hotel in Little Italy with luxury health club access.
The Guild Hotel
Boutique hotel in the historic 1924 Army-Navy YMCA building with a European courtyard feel.
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Large waterfront convention hotel near Petco Park/Seaport with skyline and bay views.
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside
All-suite, extended-stay hotel near Little Italy with a rooftop pool.
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10 Properties
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Iconic Victorian beachfront resort open since 1888 — a must-see San Diego landmark.
Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Newer beachfront enclave within the Del complex with private beach and spa access.
Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Family-friendly cottage/villa enclave within the Hotel del Coronado property.
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Bayfront resort on a private peninsula with a complimentary shuttle to the island.
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
Bayfront resort with spa and bay-view rooms.
Glorietta Bay Inn
Family-friendly inn across from the beach with a heated pool and continental breakfast.
El Cordova Hotel
Historic, charming property in Coronado Village with old-world character.
1906 Lodge at Coronado Beach
Boutique bed-and-breakfast-style lodge with complimentary breakfast, near the beach.
Hotel Marisol Coronado
Centrally located boutique hotel offering free bike rentals and private patios.
Crown City Inn & Bistro
Friendly, budget-oriented hotel in a convenient downtown Coronado location.
14 Properties
The Lodge at Torrey Pines
AAA Five-Diamond Craftsman-style resort beside the Torrey Pines golf course.
La Valencia Hotel
Historic 1926 “Pink Lady” luxury landmark overlooking La Jolla Cove.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Hacienda-style resort on 10 landscaped acres near UC San Diego.
Grande Colonial La Jolla Hotel
Village landmark built in 1913, known as a value pick among La Jolla’s boutique hotels.
Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Recently renovated hotel with ocean-view rooms and the Sea & Sky restaurant.
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
394-room resort overlooking the Torrey Pines golf course.
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club
Private beachfront club-resort on 21 acres with tennis facilities.
La Jolla Shores Hotel
Beachfront, moderately priced hotel directly on La Jolla Shores beach.
Pantai Inn
Balinese-inspired boutique property with suites featuring full kitchens.
Cormorant Boutique Hotel
26-room Prospect Street boutique hotel with a rooftop bar, Birdseye.
Empress Hotel La Jolla
European-style boutique hotel with the Manhattan restaurant on-site.
Orli La Jolla
13-room boutique hotel in a historic Irving Gill building, walkable to the Cove.
Scripps Inn
14-room boutique inn directly across from the ocean near La Jolla Cove.
La Jolla Cove Hotel
117-room hotel directly across from Ellen Browning Scripps Park.
4 Properties
Tower23 Hotel
Chic 47-room boutique hotel near Crystal Pier with on-site JRDN restaurant.
Pacific Terrace Hotel
AAA Four-Diamond beachfront hotel with Tommy Bahama-style decor.
The Wayfarer San Diego
Beachside boutique hotel with a surfer-chic pool and cafe.
Crystal Pier Hotel & Cottages
Historic 1927 property with cottages built directly over the water on a private pier.
6 Properties
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Bayfront resort with water slides, several blocks from Mission Beach.
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
Polynesian-themed resort with both bay and ocean beach access.
Bahia Resort Hotel
Mediterranean-themed resort on a 14-acre peninsula with a private bay beach.
The Dana on Mission Bay
Casual bayfront resort closest to SeaWorld San Diego.
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Recently renovated resort with bay beach access and water-sports rentals.
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Bungalow-style resort spread across 44 acres with five pools and a mile of private beach.
7 Properties
The Pearl Hotel
Hip, 23-room mid-century-modern boutique hotel with an oyster-shaped pool and Ponyboy restaurant.
The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Portuguese-inspired boutique hotel on Rosecrans with an on-site restaurant and bar.
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Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel
Budget waterfront hotel on Harbor Drive with recently renovated rooms and water views.
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
Waterfront hotel across from Liberty Station with a free airport shuttle.
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Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport-Liberty Station
All-suite hotel with full kitchens and complimentary breakfast.
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Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
181-room modern budget hotel with a free airport shuttle.
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
Extended-stay hotel with kitchenettes and nautical decor.
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7 Properties
Town and Country San Diego
Large resort-style property that completed a major renovation, with pools and a waterslide.
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Resort with a spa, Italian steakhouse, and a performing arts theatre.
Handlery Hotel San Diego
Family-owned, moderately priced hotel with a complimentary shuttle.
Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel
AAA Three-Diamond hotel with wellness rooms and a 24-hour fitness center.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego-Mission Valley
Full-service hotel near the trolley station, known for its cookie welcome.
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
Hotel with pool cabanas and private balconies.
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
350-room hotel with a Latin-inspired restaurant and pet-friendly rooms.
3 Properties
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
The closest full-service hotel to San Diego International Airport, following a large renovation.
Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island
Resort-style hotel with harbor views and bay-adventure access.
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Full-service waterfront hotel where every room has a bay-view balcony.
11 Properties
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
AAA Five-Diamond resort with championship golf and fine dining.
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
Villa-style luxury accommodations with full kitchens.
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Large family resort with extensive kids’ programming.
Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
Resort sharing a campus with Hotel Solea, featuring the Ocean Pearl Spa.
Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection
Newer Marriott property with a private LEGOLAND entrance.
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Official LEGOLAND partner hotel with ocean views and beach access.
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Boutique hotel above the Flower Fields, walkable to LEGOLAND.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Boutique-style resort in Carlsbad Village near the beach.
Beach Terrace Inn
The only North County property directly on the sand.
LEGOLAND Hotel
LEGO-themed family hotel with early park access, part of LEGOLAND California Resort.
LEGOLAND Castle Hotel
Newer themed LEGOLAND property with an upgraded pool and room layouts.
4 Properties
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Mediterranean-style luxury resort in Carmel Valley with a Forbes Five-Star spa and Michelin-starred Addison restaurant.
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Relais & Chateaux luxury resort in Rancho Santa Fe with tennis, golf, and spa.
L’Auberge Del Mar
Coastal boutique luxury resort styled like a private estate overlooking Del Mar beach.
Rancho Bernardo Inn
265-acre golf-and-spa resort in North County inland San Diego.
Planning Tips for This Area
- Decide which “San Diego” you want before booking. Downtown/Gaslamp puts you near restaurants and nightlife; Coronado and La Jolla trade that convenience for beach access and quiet.
- Coronado and La Jolla book up early for summer weekends. Reserve well ahead if you want a beachfront room in peak season.
- A car is genuinely useful here. Downtown, Coronado, La Jolla, Mission Bay, and Carlsbad are spread across a wide coastline — a car makes moving between them far easier.
- This region’s hotel scene turns over occasionally with rebrands. Every property above was checked for current operating status, but confirm directly before a special trip.
Should I stay downtown, in Coronado, or in La Jolla?
Downtown/Gaslamp puts you closest to restaurants, nightlife, and the Convention Center — Coronado offers classic beach-resort living around the Hotel del Coronado, while La Jolla pairs upscale boutique hotels with cliffside ocean views and sea-lion coves.
Is San Diego a good base for visiting LEGOLAND?
Yes — Carlsbad, about 35 minutes north of downtown, has several hotels including two official LEGOLAND-themed properties with early park access.
How does NME choose which properties to feature?
We verify each hotel directly against its own official site and current operating status rather than relying on aggregator lists, and we exclude anything we can’t confirm is still open. Read more on our methodology page.
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