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25 Sept - 27 Sept
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An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and beach.
A modern building with a curved roof, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A waterfront hotel with a dock, palm trees, and a view of the water.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, a chair, a round coffee table, and a view of the ocean through glass doors.

1. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Mission Bay
United States
Adarsh
Rp3.566.278
Rp5.046.677 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a pool in the background.
A hotel with a large pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a well-lit building facade.
A modern restaurant with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables. There are hanging lights and a variety of plants.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, leather armchairs, and a reception desk.

2. Town and Country San Diego

Town and Country San Diego
Mission Valley
United States
Sol
Rp4.093.521
Rp5.323.132 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Town and Country San Diego
A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.
A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.
A checkered floor with round tables and chairs, a patterned ceiling, and large windows.
A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

3. Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
University Heights
United States
Bryanna
Rp4.887.519
Rp5.617.958 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Lafayette Hotel & Club
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.
A grand lobby with a marble floor, a central table with floral arrangements, a staircase, and potted plants.
A modern dining area with a large table, chairs, and hanging plants.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the hallway leading to the entrance.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
Mission Valley
Canada
Allison
Rp2.334.193
Rp2.683.037 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire feature, and a bar area with a stone wall and shelves.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a tall building in the background.
A spacious indoor lounge area with a central fire feature, multiple seating arrangements, and a bar area.
A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, palm trees, and a car parked in front.

5. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
University City
United States
Hagop
Rp3.292.720
Rp3.787.380 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.
A spacious living area with a wooden table, a sofa, and a chair, overlooking a scenic view of a body of water and hills.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.

6. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
Lake San Marcos
Rp2.078.538
Rp2.830.005 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Lakehouse Resort
A modern building with multiple windows, outdoor seating, and a chessboard.
A Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton building with a covered entrance and a prominent sign.
A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a sunset sky.
A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, and a reception desk.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
Point Loma
United States
Xuan
Rp2.480.998
Rp2.851.784 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
A room with a large window overlooking a coastal view, featuring palm trees and a clear sky.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a piano, and a view of the ocean.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with two chairs and a table, a white umbrella, and a city view with buildings and palm trees.

8. La Valencia Hotel

La Valencia Hotel
Village of La Jolla
United States
KURK
Rp6.033.213
Rp7.738.051 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
La Valencia Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, string lights overhead, and a view of a building in the background.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of chairs, floral centerpieces, and string lights.
A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, comfortable seating, and large windows offering natural light.
A modern interior with a seating area featuring round tables and chairs, a large mirror, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

9. Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley
United States
Mary
Rp2.335.888
Rp2.684.987 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
A courtyard with a stone pathway leading to two wooden cabins with tiled roofs.
A garden pathway with a fountain, surrounded by neatly trimmed bushes and trees, and illuminated by hanging lanterns.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A dining table with champagne, fruit, and pastries, a fireplace, and a cozy chair in a room with a stone wall.

10. Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn
Rancho Bernardo
United States
Yoojung
Rp4.559.880
Rp6.022.326 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rancho Bernardo Inn
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, string lights, and a tall, narrow heater.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A beach with clear skies, a rocky cliff, and a lighthouse in the distance.
A multi-level hotel lobby with dining areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
University City
United States
Virginia
Rp3.332.643
Rp4.340.762 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
An outdoor dining area with brick flooring, wicker furniture, and a stone wall.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables set for dining, surrounded by chairs and potted plants.
A reception area with a mirror, decorative plants, a wooden bench, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

12. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
La Jolla Farms
Rp5.715.204
Rp7.619.577 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
A resort pool with a lazy river, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, a bridge connecting to the mainland, and surrounding greenery.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with numerous boats and a cityscape in the background.
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a modern building in the background.

13. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Mission Bay
United States
Farzam
Rp3.565.284
Rp5.046.041 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wooden chair, and a small table with flowers.
A resort pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and a building with balconies.
A beachfront hotel with multiple floors, palm trees, and beach amenities.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large bookshelf.

14. The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Townsite
United States
John
Rp4.618.974
Rp6.355.442 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A restaurant with high wooden ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
South Beach
United States
Angie
Rp2.607.919
Rp3.671.735 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, overlooking the ocean.
A balcony with a view of the beach, two blue chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.
A living room with a grey sofa, red armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a small kitchenette, and a view of the ocean.

16. The Wayfarer San Diego

The Wayfarer San Diego
Mission Beach
United States
Scott
Rp4.189.302
Rp4.815.393 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Wayfarer San Diego
A poolside view with a lounge chair, a towel, a tray with a drink and a coconut, and a pool with palm trees in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of palm trees.
A modern dining area with a glass table, candles, and wicker chairs.
An outdoor seating area with a canopy, lounge chairs, and a fire pit.

17. San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Mission Bay
United States
Angela
Rp4.457.847
Rp6.070.907 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a bench, a desk with a TV, and a chair.
A modern interior with wooden panel ceilings, patterned seating, and a central bar area.
A pathway leading to a building labeled "LEGACY Hotel."

18. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Mission Valley
United States
christopher
Rp2.794.896
Rp3.212.518 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
A resort with multiple swimming pools, a golf course, and a view of the surrounding hills.
A well-maintained garden with palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.
A couple sitting by a fire pit with string lights, surrounded by patterned cushions and yellow flowers.

19. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
La Costa
United States
Krystyna
Rp5.631.124
Rp7.489.601 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with fire pits, bar, and lounge chairs.
A pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a small building.
A coastal landscape with a paved path, green vegetation, and a beach.
A dining area with a long wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by black cushioned booths, and a decorative lantern centerpiece.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Carmel Valley
United States
KEVIN
Rp2.723.941
Rp3.103.795 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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Rp9.010.884 total
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Town and Country San Diego

Town and Country San Diego

10/10 Excellent
"The woman who checked me in at the very beginning was very professional, hospitable, and patient with me. I appreciated that very much, and the young lady who checked me out of my room was very understanding impatient and very nice. I appreciate that very much. You don’t get that very often I can’t wait to go back and stay again in August. Thank you so very much for a wonderful restful time."
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Town and Country San Diego

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