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San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Outdoor pool

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2003)
"Enjoyed my stay."
The price is ฿5,554
฿6,390 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hyatt Regency La Jolla

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"It’s a wonderful location with something for everyone. "
The price is ฿6,231
฿8,223 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Terrace/patio

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5878)
"An excellent place to stay"
The price is ฿4,931
฿6,527 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Rooftop terrace

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1665)
"Enjoyed the stay !! "
The price is ฿3,532
฿4,096 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Outdoor pool

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2823)
"Always an enjoyable stay"
The price is ฿5,343
฿7,686 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3226)
"Enjoyed my stay"
The price is ฿4,346
฿4,789 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Exterior

Loews Coronado Bay Resort

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
"The staff is very friendly and the rooms very clean."
The price is ฿6,449
฿8,633 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (295)
"Amazing place to stay love it "
The price is ฿4,181
฿5,787 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Serves dinner and happy hour

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2479)
"Will stay here again. "
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Lobby

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Everything was great"
The price is ฿3,370
฿3,834 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
Lobby

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"This was a great place to stay with a wonderful location. Very vintage Hispanic team. Miguel’s restaurant which is basically inside the hotel is amazing. Right across from hotel del and right in orange ave. Rooms are a little dated "
The price is ฿8,207
฿9,043 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
The Dana on Mission Bay
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3665)
"Enjoyed our stay at The Dana on Mission Bay"
The price is ฿5,477
฿6,295 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Dana on Mission Bay
The Sofia Hotel
Front of property

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1534)
"Great Hotel. Very close to Little Italy, The Whaley House, The San Diego Zoo, and many more locations."
The Sofia Hotel
La Jolla Cove Suites
Pines Corner Penthouse Suite (Recently Renovated) | View from room

La Jolla Cove Suites

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1017)
"Perfect view, easy cove access, clean room, great shower, and hospitable staff."
The price is ฿5,649
฿6,493 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
La Jolla Cove Suites
The Bristol Hotel San Diego
Property entrance

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1363)
"Great stay"
The Bristol Hotel San Diego
Glorietta Bay Inn Coronado Island
Front of property – evening/night

Glorietta Bay Inn Coronado Island

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Excellent staff and location."
The price is ฿6,859
฿9,069 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Glorietta Bay Inn Coronado Island
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Garden

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2867)
"Beautiful Hotel"
The price is ฿4,971
฿5,714 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Exterior

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2833)
"This is a great hotel in a great location "
The price is ฿7,467
฿8,583 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1628)
"Amazing location to Shopping/Food/Beach"
The price is ฿5,746
฿6,605 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Exterior

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1511)
"Its a great hotel "
The price is ฿5,153
฿7,522 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
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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

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

Belmont Park featuring a park and rides

Mission Beach

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

Pacific Beach Park showing a beach

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Gaslamp Quarter featuring a bar, night scenes and street scenes

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Harlem of the West Sites – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Ocean Beach

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

Top University City Hotel Reviews

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"It’s a really good hotel off the beach. "
Jay 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Handlery Hotel

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 Expedia customer reviews, Hyatt Regency La Jolla is the highest ranked property in University City. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from University of California, San Diego, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include San Diego Marriott La Jolla and Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego 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 70 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.