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Our top choices for Civic Core hotels

Exterior

1. The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel
3.5 star property
Civic Core
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,418 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Tyler
The price is ฿4,875
฿6,594 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Sofia Hotel
Lobby lounge

2. The Bristol Hotel San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego
3.5 star property
Civic Core
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,584 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff were very friendly!!! Walking distance from gaslamp too."
United States
Marilyn
The price is ฿5,629
฿6,527 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
The Bristol Hotel San Diego
Exterior

3. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
Civic Core
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,137 reviews)
"Place is clean and beautiful, grear location."
United States
Mabel
The price is ฿7,143
฿8,282 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Interior entrance

4. Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
Civic Core
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean romantic location staff was kind and helpful great location."
United States
Juan J
The price is ฿6,690
฿8,929 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Westgate Hotel
Bar (on property)

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
4.0 star property
Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel location was right for my trip."
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿6,705
฿7,774 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
View from property

6. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
5.0 star property
Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing food at the restaurant. Sergio was wonderful. Front desk Victoria couldn’t have been more helpful and pleasant. Every hotel person that we encountered went above and beyond. Looking forward to staying here again."
United States
Loredana
The price is ฿7,288
฿8,465 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 36-inch Smart TV with digital channels, pay films

7. Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,042 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Gavin
The price is ฿4,515
฿6,602 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

8. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Civic Core
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,937 reviews)
"Clean and helpful staff."
United States
Monique
The price is ฿4,840
฿5,612 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

9. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
0.4 km from Civic Core
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,738 reviews)
"it was a great stay! Very helpful staff."
United States
Angela
The price is ฿4,371
฿5,068 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
View from room

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4.0 star property
Little Italy, 0.7 km from Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (866 reviews)
"Awesome stay!"
United States
Sherry
The price is ฿6,874
฿7,970 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Restaurant

11. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 0.9 km from Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,357 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay at"
United States
Matthew
The price is ฿5,699
฿6,608 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

12. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4.0 star property
1.1 km from Civic Core
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6,253 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Juanita
The price is ฿5,428
฿7,466 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Lobby

13. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 0.3 km from Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,146 reviews)
"Nice stay, the room was nice and the staff was accommodating. Will definitely plan another stay."
United States
Thalia
The price is ฿4,549
฿5,174 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Lobby

14. Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
2.5 star property
1.1 km from Civic Core
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,639 reviews)
"Excelente hotel"
Mexico
Valeria
The price is ฿4,804
฿5,570 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

15. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Katarzyna
The price is ฿5,222
฿6,044 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Poolside bar

16. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 1.1 km from Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,090 reviews)
"Great stay !"
United States
Alberto
The price is ฿5,612
฿8,134 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Dinner served

17. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.5 star property
Marina District, 0.8 km from Civic Core
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,856 reviews)
"Great location & staff!"
United States
Jack P Williams,
The price is ฿4,864
฿6,578 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Lobby

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
4.0 star property
Marina District, 1.2 km from Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,896 reviews)
"Room was clean, breakfast was good. Great quick stay"
United States
Darlene
The price is ฿7,432
฿9,840 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Lobby

19. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Civic Core
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,703 reviews)
"Great clean hotel close to the airport. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Aimee
The price is ฿5,334
฿6,131 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
Restaurant

20. The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 0.3 km from Civic Core
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (864 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Liam
The price is ฿4,184
฿4,760 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
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Compare popular hotels in Civic Core

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,137 reviews
View
Interior entrance
Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View
View from property
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
5.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
Bar (on property)
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 36-inch Smart TV with digital channels, pay films
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,042 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
Learn more about Civic Core
A plaza with a traditional building, benches, and a large tree.

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.

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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 Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Top Civic Core Hotel Reviews

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great time for the 2 days there. Luckily it was not exceeding crowed (for mid July) which made reservations and use of the facilities easy. Did not expect it to be as much of a family place as it was, but that was great to see. Love the beach but beware of the water because of the Tijuana river pollution."
John 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

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 House of Blues San Diego 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. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Civic Core area?
Expedia has 77 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?
Attractions such as San Diego Civic Theatre, House of Blues San Diego and San Diego Opera highlight San Diego's cultural scene. Copley Symphony Hall and Voodoo Room at the House of Blues San Diego are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Petco Park, San Diego Zoo and Port of San Diego. While you're out sightseeing in San Diego, make sure that you visit other sights such as USS Midway Museum or Marine Corps Recruit Depot.
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.