Shelltown Travel Guide
San Diego
Visit Shelltown
Things to do

USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate

LEGOLAND® California Tickets

City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Discover San Diego: Self-Guided Walking Tour

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Top hotels in Shelltown

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"The staff was great. Other than that I’d never say here again. The first room was loud, smelly and very old. The second room was large but separated by a false wall so we heard everything the next room did. Including two screaming kids all night. Overall this place is very outdated and run down. ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Loews Coronado Bay Resort
"Just an amazing overall experience. The resort was top notch! Staff was friendly and professional and went out of their way to greet you with a pleasant "good morning" or "good afternoon". We did not walk past a staff member without a positive interaction. Room was clean and the pool area was fantastic. ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Handlery Hotel
"Shower and sink were clogged. The floor was soaked with water."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

California Suites Hotel
"Crumbling property. Hateful staff. Ultimately, wound up being my worst experience with a hotel, bar none."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Shelltown

Downtown San Diego
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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.
















