University City Travel Guide

San Diego

A sunset over a calm body of water with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.
A white church with multiple spires and a cross on top, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A large white building with multiple spires and a well-maintained garden with various flowers and palm trees.
A large white church with multiple spires and stained glass windows.
A large white church with multiple spires and a central tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

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Top hotels in University City

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
The price is ฿7,054 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿7,054
฿8,111 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,541 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿6,541
฿8,470 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,001 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿7,984 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿7,984
฿10,944 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,752 reviews)
"The property is in need of badly needed updating. The location and the layout of the property is good. The price relative to the overall product is not a good value."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,377 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿5,377
฿7,396 total
17 Aug - 18 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! (6,258 reviews)
"Everything was great! Julyda who checked me in was FANTASTIC! Loved my room and my view. My only complaint is there should always be more people at the front desk to check people in. Long line and took 45 minutes to get to Julyday. Luckily, she made me feel so much better and I will definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1500 Orange Ave Coronado CA
The price is ฿19,421 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿19,421
฿23,413 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Coronado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
"We are staying here now and the location and facilities are beautiful but the service is below motel 6. We started with a cold greeting and no personality at check in then we were sitting in our room the next day with a do not disturb sign on and a family walked in and thought it was their room. ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,560 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,560
฿8,058 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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. ...
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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Where to stay in University City

Find the best University City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Riviera Shores 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 Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Mission Bay

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



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