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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,101 reviews	View
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
The Sofia Hotel	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,208 reviews	View
The Bristol Hotel San Diego	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,566 reviews	View

Where to stay in Civic Core

Find the best Civic Core areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Civic Core

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 USS Midway Museum are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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Mission Beach

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

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Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego’s historic heart has shed its seedy past to emerge as one of the city’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment hubs.

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Mission Bay

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

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Top Civic Core Hotel Reviews

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"Decent stay in San Diego. Not sure it was worth the price."

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"The Hard Rock Hotel SD is in the heart of the Gaslamp neighborhood, making it an ideal location for exploring the area. It’s very walkable, and the hotel itself has a Nobu restaurant, as well as several other restaurants and bars. I highly recommend it! They have fantastic pool parties on the roof and there’s something to do for everyone. We stayed in a suite and it was spacious and clean. The view of the city was beautiful."

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

6/10 Okay

"My room was very clean. I like the smell of it. The beds were super comfortable. The parking was outrageous they charge and just sometimes there’s no parking at all. The parking some of them were too small for some cars. That hotel is kind of big, overcrowded. My room was on the third floor. I didn’t like that. I hate going up and down elevators. It’s a hassle."

Frequently asked questions

What is Civic Core like?

Civic Core is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its bar scene and interesting historical sites. Are you looking for Civic Core travel tips? Make sure that you visit San Diego Civic Theatre and San Diego Opera while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Civic Core?

Based on our traveller data, The Sofia Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Civic Core. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from San Diego Convention Center, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego and Westgate Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Civic Core area?

Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodation options in Civic Core to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Civic Core, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Civic Core.

What is there to do around this San Diego neighbourhood?

For cultural attractions in Civic Core, head to San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego Opera and Copley Symphony Hall. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, Petco Park and USS Midway Museum are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Civic Core and the greater San Diego area?

If you want to see more of the city, 5th Avenue Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Civic Center Station and Civic Center Station.

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Westgate Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

NEW Downtown Luxe King Suite Sauna Pool Access

Penthouse High-rise Ocean City Views

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Lafayette Hotel & Club

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Americana Inn

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Bahia Resort Hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

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Where to stay in Civic Core

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Civic Core Hotel Reviews

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

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