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A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.
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.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Jamie
Rp1.494.797
Rp1.718.196 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Best Western Seven Seas
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a multi-story building with outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding coastline.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, 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.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Point Loma
United States
Jennifer
Rp3.121.222
Rp3.587.635 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.

3. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Ronald
Rp2.106.145
Rp2.420.908 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Joshua
Rp1.486.846
Rp1.709.056 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
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 stone-paved pathway leading to a covered entrance with a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.

5. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Jennifer
Rp3.697.238
Rp5.268.585 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

6. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
jannet
Rp1.358.393
Rp1.561.410 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.
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.
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking area.

7. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
National City
United States
Alexander
Rp2.846.653
Rp3.136.869 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.
A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and landscaped gardens.

8. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Chad
Rp1.837.576
Rp2.093.826 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building.
A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including round tables and booths, and a visible menu board.
A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
KEVIN
Rp2.838.525
Rp3.262.742 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area with buildings and streets.
A restaurant with a breakfast bar, ceiling fans, and a kitchen area with appliances.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A hotel rooftop with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina and cityscape.

10. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
Point Loma
United States
Robert
Rp1.837.576
Rp2.075.450 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs arranged in rows, large windows, and a potted plant.
A pool area with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a building with red railings.
A multi-story building with the name "RAMADA" on the facade.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a red rug. There is a plant on the coffee table and a window with curtains.

11. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
National City
United States
Dan
Rp1.231.458
Rp1.357.005 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a fire escape.
A hotel room with a large walk-in closet, a bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A person holding a bottle and glasses, wearing a dark shirt with a logo and an apron.
A Starbucks with a modern interior, including a wooden wall and a counter with a coffee machine.

12. The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
Downtown San Diego
United States
Christie Gail
Rp2.446.980
Rp3.331.313 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Sofia 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 spacious room with large windows, modern furniture, and decorative lighting fixtures.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating with bar stools and cushioned chairs.

13. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Point Loma
United States
Nayla
Rp1.694.810
Rp1.948.100 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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."

14. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Ruben
Rp2.716.609
Rp3.641.581 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A dining table set for a wedding with floral centerpieces and candles, overlooking a marina with boats.
A marina with boats, a bridge, and a building with a pool and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a box of pizza.

15. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
Mission Bay
United States
elizabeth
Rp2.842.541
Rp3.775.885 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Dana on Mission Bay
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and palm trees under a sunset sky.
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 room with a view of a cityscape, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a floor lamp.

16. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Downtown San Diego
United States
Jessica
Rp2.838.675
Rp3.291.301 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
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 spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

17. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Veronica
Rp2.155.618
Rp2.484.085 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker pendant lights.
A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, modern seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

18. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
Nikkia
Rp2.986.061
Rp3.432.327 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
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.
A beachside hotel with a row of beach chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a calm sea.

19. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
Central Mission Beach
United States
María
Rp3.323.539
Rp4.799.784 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bahia Resort Hotel
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.
A rooftop pool area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a sofa.

20. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Andrew
Rp1.961.259
Rp2.234.756 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
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