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Our top choices for University City hotels

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,910 reviews)
"Beautiful view, very clean, love their breakfast options"
United States
Manjeet
The price is ฿5,998
฿7,813 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Hyatt Regency La Jolla

Hyatt Regency La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Excellent for family, the swimming pool and the area with the fireplace wonderful to relax!!!! "
United States
Kostoula
The price is ฿6,196
฿8,310 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hyatt Regency La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4.0 star property
University City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,390 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and convenient location !"
United States
Lillian
The price is ฿6,412
฿7,374 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County
3.5 star property
28.9 km from University City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Place was clean and staff was very nice. "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿4,801
฿5,281 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
2.5 star property
15.9 km from University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,713 reviews)
"Great location, clean room plus friendly staffes."
United States
Alfred
The price is ฿5,752
฿6,611 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
28 km from University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,533 reviews)
"Breakfast was awesome and the staff is great as well."
United States
Gregory
The price is ฿4,031
฿5,407 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Lakehouse Resort

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
25.6 km from University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,813 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff was really friendly and helpful, there is plenty of parking spots. I would definitely stay again in this hotel "
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿4,678
฿5,155 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
29 km from University City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,091 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel for cleanliness, friendliness, and location. "
Canada
Karen
The price is ฿4,350
฿4,793 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
28.7 km from University City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"The property was perfectly located for our many excursions to various venues within the greater Carlsbad Ca vicinity. Also, the breakfast was awesome."
United States
James
The price is ฿4,465
฿5,055 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 km from University City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,315 reviews)
"Best hotel and the location "
United States
Mercy
The price is ฿3,575
฿4,109 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
5.7 km from University City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,391 reviews)
"We needed a place with a bed and a shower for one night in San Diego. Pleasant Inn fit that need fine. Was clean and the bed was comfortable. The place could use an update but what they have is well maintained. Price was excellent! "
United States
Steven
The price is ฿3,013
฿3,457 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Pleasant Inn

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
28.5 km from University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean rooms and friendly staff."
United States
Mary
The price is ฿5,736
฿6,425 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 star property
14.4 km from University City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,064 reviews)
"It was clean and convenient to the airport."
United States
Joey L
The price is ฿4,543
฿5,222 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
28.2 km from University City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,133 reviews)
"Such an adorable property in a great location!"
United States
Kory
The price is ฿3,512
฿4,064 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
The Rambler Hotel

West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
31.2 km from University City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,075 reviews)
"Very clean good breakfast"
United States
Nan
The price is ฿4,195
฿5,430 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
West Inn & Suites

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
2.0 star property
5.7 km from University City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,532 reviews)
"The property was beautiful- very well kept- felt tropical. Location was good- only 15 minutes from town. The front desk staff were very pleasant and helpful. Pool area was clean (not lots of deck chairs) Felt a little dated- but excellent value and the rooms were very clean with fridge, microwave and stove burners. Definitely would recommend and would stay there again in the future."
United States
Gail
The price is ฿2,581
฿2,962 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
California Suites Hotel

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
2.5 star property
23.2 km from University City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"Clean room, clean property, kind staff, great breakfast, very spacious rooms."
United States
Sergio
The price is ฿4,492
฿4,941 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
13.2 km from University City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,230 reviews)
"Over all great stay. Close to the arena which is the best perk! Over all clean and safe. On site security. Shopping and food near by."
United States
Kevin
The price is ฿2,724
฿3,132 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
2.0 star property
29.9 km from University City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (279 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with the family"
United States
Vommi
The price is ฿9,817
฿12,377 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
LEGOLAND California Hotel

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
3.5 km from University City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,486 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good."
United States
Richard
The price is ฿5,173
฿5,946 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
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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

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.

Mission Beach

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

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.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What is University City like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in San Diego's University City neighbourhood. Are you looking for University City travel tips? Make sure that you visit Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in University City?
Based on our traveller data, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla is one of the top choices for your stay in University City. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from University of California, San Diego, and it offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is San Diego Marriott La Jolla.
How many hotels will I find in the University City area?
If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 73 University City hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University City, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in University City.
What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in University City are Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple. Geisel Library and La Jolla Playhouse are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.
How can I get around University City and the greater San Diego area?
For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Executive Drive Station, University Town Center Station or Voigt Drive Station.