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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 860 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,098 reviews	View
Hotel Z	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,016 reviews	View
Gaslamp Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 613 reviews	View
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 743 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown San Diego

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

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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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.

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Top Downtown San Diego Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Great room with a sea view. Short walk to the Midway and the Seaport Village. Friendly staff. We used the brilliant airport shuttle to and from San Diego airport, drivers were very friendly. A little dated but room was clean and spacious and ideal for a stop off between flights. Would stay there again."

The Sofia Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Unfortunately, our stay was disappointing. The shower had a large gap in the door, causing water to leak all over the bathroom floor and outside the bathroom entrance every time it was used. We had to call every day for extra towels just to clean up the water. While staff provided towels, no one ever acknowledged the issue or offered even a simple apology for the inconvenience. It seemed like this was a known problem, yet it was never mentioned or addressed during our stay. Additionally, the room lacked a main overhead light, so the only lighting came from a few wall lamps, making the room feel quite dark. Parking was another frustration. At $40 per night, I expected a more convenient experience, but parking was extremely limited and often difficult to find. Overall, while the hotel had some positives, the lack of attention to guest concerns, poor communication, and additional parking expense made the stay feel less enjoyable than expected."

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

8/10 Good

"EL STAFF DE RECEPCION AL RECIBIRNOS EXCELENTE UNA CABALLERO MUY ATENTO Y DISPUESTO A DAR RECOMENDACION Y REFERENCIAS DE RESTAURANTES. AL SIGUIENTE DIA UNA DAMA CINTHIA NO AMABLE, NO COLABORA EN ATENCION SE LE SOLICITO EXTENSION DE HORA DE SALIDA, ME INDICO QUE NO ERA POSIBLE, QUE LLAMARA AL DIA SIGUIENTE PARA VER SI ERA POSIBLE. AL DIA SIGUIENTE ELLA ESTABA EN RECEPCION LE SOLICITE EL TEMA INMEDIATO RESPONDIO, NO ES POSIBLE EL MANAGER INDICO QUE NO HAY FORMA DE DAR EXTENSIONES. PEDI UNA HORA MAXIMO."

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"The room air conditioning said it was on but the room never cooled. Thank goodness we barely got by with the ceiling fan. The ambiance of the hotel is great and historic. Drinks very tasty at the bar. Carpet in the room could be cleaner looking or replaced"

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Diego like?

Travellers love the Downtown San Diego neighbourhood for its popular zoo and top museums. Experience the best of Downtown San Diego with a visit to Petco Park, USS Midway Museum and Port of San Diego.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown San Diego?

Based on our traveller data, The Sofia Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown San Diego. 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 neighbourhood include Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and Hard Rock Hotel San Diego.

How many hotels will I find in Downtown San Diego?

If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 797 Downtown San Diego hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Diego, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Downtown San Diego.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown San Diego?

Be sure to get some family photos at USS Midway Museum, Waterfront Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego while you're out sightseeing in Downtown San Diego. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Petco Park and Port of San Diego are some other places worth a visit. San Diego Zoo and Hotel del Coronado are some popular places to visit in the area around Downtown San Diego. While you're out sightseeing in San Diego, make sure that you visit other sights such as Lyceum Theatre or Spreckels Theater.

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

If you want to see more of the city, Civic Center Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Civic Center Station and 5th Avenue Station. To venture out of town, take a train from San Diego Santa Fe Depot. Learn about your options for water transport at the port.

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Where to stay in Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Ocean Beach

Top Downtown San Diego Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

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