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Tower 23 Hotel

Hotel in Pacific Beach, San Diego

Combining minimalist design with sleek sophistication, Tower 23 Hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from Pacific Beach Pier and the boardwalk.

A
ALG
From
Ireland
Staff are very friendly and willing to help. In a great location - fun to ride the hotel bikes along the beach boardwalks! Close to many great restaurants and bars. The welcome cocktails are a lovely touch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$319
1 night, 2 adults

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Located adjacent to San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, the modern Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter features a rooftop outdoor swimming pool and lounge.

M
Martin
From
Canada
Location in Gaslamp Quater is great for getting around by foot. Room was spacious, clean with fun decor and a very comfy bed. Nice touches on finishes through out the hotel. Great vibe!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,416 reviews
Price from
US$233.75
1 night, 2 adults

Horton Grand Hotel

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Located in the heart of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, guests of this hotel can stroll through 16 blocks of Victorian architecture and shops. Each charming room features a gas burning...

k
krzysztof
From
Poland
Very good location and helpful staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,709 reviews
Price from
US$222.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Featuring a beautiful rooftop pool deck and an active nightlife, this modern, music-centered hotel stands within San Diego’s Gaslamp district. Guests can borrow a free guitar during their stay.

S
SANDOR
From
Hungary
1. the very best location 2. very good and helpful staff - friendly first of all 3. safe and clean , full of reliquias 4. spacius room - 5. good around- the- pool space 6, The Convention Center is just a stroll away
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,750 reviews
Price from
US$269.78
1 night, 2 adults

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Hotel in Mission Valley, San Diego

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle features an outdoor pool and hot tub and a 24-hour fitness centre. All guest rooms include free WiFi.

V
Vivien
From
Romania
Cousy, great location, very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,600 reviews
Price from
US$177.65
1 night, 2 adults

La Pensione Hotel

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

This charming hotel is located in San Diego’s vibrant Little Italy district and is 10 minutes’ walk from the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

E
Eugenia
From
Greece
Great location. Super helpful staff. Free coffee and water was good!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
Price from
US$170
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Hotel in Old Town, San Diego

Adjacent to Old Town State Park and 10 minutes’ walk from Old Town Trolley Station, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town offers a heated outdoor swimming pool and an on-site restaurant.

A
Andrew
From
United States
super friendly staff great amenities. very close to old town San Deigo with great food and entertainment. great price for the room for how close everything is
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,545 reviews
Price from
US$179.10
1 night, 2 adults

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Hotel in Point Loma, San Diego

The Humphreys Half Moon Inn features waterfront and marina views and is home to the Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. A microwave and refrigerator is standard in all rooms.

B
Brenda
From
United States
The bed was comfortable and the TV was a nice size. We like having the restaurant onsite and the discounts you can get with dinner and/or breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,316 reviews
Price from
US$179
1 night, 2 adults

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Set in San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, Gaslamp Plaza Suites is a historical, European-style hotel built in 1913. The Melting Pot restaurant is located on-site.

L
Liza Maria
From
Colombia
The attention of the front desk by Merry, and the blonda guy who helped with my lugagge. They are both very Kind With the guests. They Made me feel home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,090 reviews
Price from
US$190
1 night, 2 adults

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Featuring a seasonal pool and rooftop bar, this hotel offers a fitness center on site. The nightlife of San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter is a 5-minute walk away.

I
Ilona
From
Ukraine
Bathroom. Mirror inside wowz View from bed ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 805 reviews
Price from
US$187.78
1 night, 2 adults
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Tower 23 Hotel

Hotel in Pacific Beach, San Diego

Combining minimalist design with sleek sophistication, Tower 23 Hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from Pacific Beach Pier and the boardwalk.

A
ALG
From
Ireland
Staff are very friendly and willing to help. In a great location - fun to ride the hotel bikes along the beach boardwalks! Close to many great restaurants and bars. The welcome cocktails are a lovely touch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$319
1 night, 2 adults

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Located adjacent to San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, the modern Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter features a rooftop outdoor swimming pool and lounge.

M
Martin
From
Canada
Location in Gaslamp Quater is great for getting around by foot. Room was spacious, clean with fun decor and a very comfy bed. Nice touches on finishes through out the hotel. Great vibe!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,416 reviews
Price from
US$233.75
1 night, 2 adults

Horton Grand Hotel

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Located in the heart of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, guests of this hotel can stroll through 16 blocks of Victorian architecture and shops. Each charming room features a gas burning...

k
krzysztof
From
Poland
Very good location and helpful staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,709 reviews
Price from
US$222.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Featuring a beautiful rooftop pool deck and an active nightlife, this modern, music-centered hotel stands within San Diego’s Gaslamp district. Guests can borrow a free guitar during their stay.

S
SANDOR
From
Hungary
1. the very best location 2. very good and helpful staff - friendly first of all 3. safe and clean , full of reliquias 4. spacius room - 5. good around- the- pool space 6, The Convention Center is just a stroll away
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,750 reviews
Price from
US$269.78
1 night, 2 adults

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Hotel in Mission Valley, San Diego

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle features an outdoor pool and hot tub and a 24-hour fitness centre. All guest rooms include free WiFi.

V
Vivien
From
Romania
Cousy, great location, very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,600 reviews
Price from
US$177.65
1 night, 2 adults

La Pensione Hotel

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

This charming hotel is located in San Diego’s vibrant Little Italy district and is 10 minutes’ walk from the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

E
Eugenia
From
Greece
Great location. Super helpful staff. Free coffee and water was good!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
Price from
US$170
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Hotel in Old Town, San Diego

Adjacent to Old Town State Park and 10 minutes’ walk from Old Town Trolley Station, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town offers a heated outdoor swimming pool and an on-site restaurant.

A
Andrew
From
United States
super friendly staff great amenities. very close to old town San Deigo with great food and entertainment. great price for the room for how close everything is
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,545 reviews
Price from
US$179.10
1 night, 2 adults

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Hotel in Point Loma, San Diego

The Humphreys Half Moon Inn features waterfront and marina views and is home to the Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. A microwave and refrigerator is standard in all rooms.

B
Brenda
From
United States
The bed was comfortable and the TV was a nice size. We like having the restaurant onsite and the discounts you can get with dinner and/or breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,316 reviews
Price from
US$179
1 night, 2 adults

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Set in San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, Gaslamp Plaza Suites is a historical, European-style hotel built in 1913. The Melting Pot restaurant is located on-site.

L
Liza Maria
From
Colombia
The attention of the front desk by Merry, and the blonda guy who helped with my lugagge. They are both very Kind With the guests. They Made me feel home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,090 reviews
Price from
US$190
1 night, 2 adults

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Featuring a seasonal pool and rooftop bar, this hotel offers a fitness center on site. The nightlife of San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter is a 5-minute walk away.

I
Ilona
From
Ukraine
Bathroom. Mirror inside wowz View from bed ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 805 reviews
Price from
US$187.78
1 night, 2 adults
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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 916 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,090 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,545 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,316 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,600 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,750 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,416 reviews

Save money on boutique in San Diego and nearby – budget options available

Inn at the Park

San Diego
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

This unique all-suite San Diego property is situated on the end of Balboa Park West. Inn at the Park features traditional historic charm and spacious suites.

Enjoy breakfast in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Located in the Gaslamp District, Andaz San Diego - a Concept by Hyatt is 1.5 km from the San Diego Convention Center.

From US$258.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

Located in Downtown San Diego, The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter features spa services and a swimming pool. A 55-inch flat-screen TV is included in all guestrooms.

From US$292.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Experience luxurious accommodations, exceptional service and unrivaled amenities in the heart of San Diego at this elegant historic hotel, situated only moments away from the area's most popular...

From US$329.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 566 reviews

Overlooking Petco Park and less than 1 mile from the San Diego Convention Center, this Gaslamp District hotel offers unique guest rooms with contemporary amenities and a restaurant on site.

From US$233.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

This hotel, 3 miles from San Diego International Airport, is within blocks of art galleries and shops. It features a restaurant, outdoor pool, and rooms with 60-inch flat-screen cable TVs.

From US$259.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews

Located within 15 minutes' walk of Seaport Village and the San Diego Convention Center, this newly transformed, downtown hotel offers an on-site restaurant and a complimentary shuttle service to/from...

From US$369.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews

Located 11 minutes’ walk from Little Italy, Hotel Republic San Diego a Marriott Autograph Collection features a vibrant lounge, restaurant.

From US$281.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews

Overlooking San Diego Bay, this waterfront hotel is adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center and PETCO Park, home of the San Diego Padres professional baseball team. It offers a full-service spa.

From US$244.86 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these boutique hotels in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

Featuring spectacular views of downtown San Diego, this hotel is adjacent to the trolley station. It boasts a rooftop outdoor pool, a full-service spa, a gym and a restaurant.

From US$277.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,123 reviews

Adjacent to the Gaslamp Quarter and close to the Marina and Little Italy, The Bristol Hotel offers a Boutique experience in the heart of Downtown San Diego.

From US$219.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 516 reviews

Are you looking for a perfect stay in the heart of downtown San Diego?

From US$212.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Moments from San Diego's most popular attractions as well as the international airport, this hotel provides comfortable guestrooms and many modern conveniences.

From US$155.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,374 reviews

Located in Downtown San Diego’s Little Italy, Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy offers a bar with panoramic views of San Diego Harbour and San Diego International Airport.

From US$166.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 799 reviews

Located in the former mansion of an industrialist, this Coronado inn features a classic Spanish village style courtyard that contains gardens, boutique shops and two on-site restaurants.

From US$304.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

This California boutique hotel overlooks Coronado Bay and is 5 miles from downtown San Diego. This hotel features an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi in every room.

From US$399.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

This historic hotel is ideally situated along California's Pacific coastline and boasts luxurious accommodations, first-class amenities and exceptional service, in a charming Victorian-style...

From US$469.28 per night

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