Downtown San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

A grand building with a central fountain, palm trees, and a flag.
A harbor with a large sailing ship docked, smaller boats, and a distant cityscape.
A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a water fountain area, and people enjoying the park.
A waterfront with a pier, palm trees, and a large building with a red roof.
A bronze statue of four figures with a sign that reads "THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES BOB".

Stay near popular Downtown San Diego attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is Rp2.910.271 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.910.271
Rp4.002.976 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,291 reviews)
"Honestly I was expecting much, much worse based on the reviews I had seen of this hotel so I was pleasantly surprised by most of the staff and the quality of the room. We were given our daily coffee vouchers, we had the same woman every morning and she was absolutely wonderful but I did not catch ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is Rp3.102.664 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp3.102.664
Rp4.469.642 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,024 reviews)
"Didn’t feel like a hard rock"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
The price is Rp2.587.053 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp2.587.053
Rp2.999.558 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,862 reviews)
"When arrived I was assigned to a room for disabled people, even if I didn’t asked it. The room had a very noisy air conditioning system … probably broken, as when I tried to turn it off it kept going and make an horrible noise. I asked to change the room and the receptionist first didn’t want to ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

4 out of 5
1 Park Blvd San Diego CA
The price is Rp4.231.184 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp4.231.184
Rp5.787.478 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,224 reviews)
"We are so happy we chose this hotel! We loved the amenities and the pool! Loved the location as well cleanliness. Definitely a 5 star review!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

4 out of 5
1646 Front St San Diego CA
The price is Rp3.865.910 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp3.865.910
Rp4.482.468 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (797 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
The price is Rp2.337.430 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.337.430
Rp3.215.209 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,370 reviews)
"We enjoyed our overnight at the Sofia. We arrived around 2pm and were able to get our room right away. The room was a bit small, but was stylish and comfortable. We were too early to try out the dinner menu at the restaurant Truvo (Mediterranean style) unfortunately, but had a lovely breakfast there ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

The Sofia Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown San Diego

Find the best Downtown San Diego areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Spreckels Theater – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach.



Downtown San Diego Travel Guide