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Where to stay in College West

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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 Seaport Village 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 Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

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Top College West Hotel Reviews

Bahia Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8/10 Good

"Honestly I was expecting much, much worse based on the reviews I had seen of this hotel so I was pleasantly surprised by most of the staff and the quality of the room. We were given our daily coffee vouchers, we had the same woman every morning and she was absolutely wonderful but I did not catch her name. We did have a cat with us, which I was a little worried about as the hotel policy says "pets" but when I called to confirm our details I was told "dogs" and that the dog could not be left in the room unattended (I believe the actual policy is they must be in a carrier/crate if no one else is in the room, which makes sense for safety). My only issue is the parking. I had calculated how much it would be for our stay, no biggie it was $50/night so a total of $250. However the day of our check out, I hear the gentleman tell a woman checking in it was $20/night, meaning I was charged over double that amount. When we tried asking for more details or an explanation, we were given the email to a manager named "Alejandra" who still has not replied almost a month later. And "Alejandra" was not the manager present when we were checking out. So overall, I liked the hotel, did not appreciate the price discrepancy when it came to parking and definitely did not appreciate the lack of a response so overall I liked my stay but I would not return."

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our overnight at the Sofia. We arrived around 2pm and were able to get our room right away. The room was a bit small, but was stylish and comfortable. We were too early to try out the dinner menu at the restaurant Truvo (Mediterranean style) unfortunately, but had a lovely breakfast there the following day. Guests get a discount. The front desk staff member was also able to give us an additional hour at check out when we asked. The venue was centrally located and very walkable to places and events. We went to a baseball game (Padres won!) and visited the Navy Seal Museum which is very good and more interactive than we anticipated. We will go again and bring the grandchildren. Our only chagrin was that the air conditioning was louder than we’d have liked and blew onto the bed. I would advise wearing an eye mask so that it doesn’t blow onto the eyes."

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

10/10 Excellent

"Conveniently located off a near by freeway so easy to get to and back out onto the road. Nice pool area to chill in. Handy laundry facilities that take card payments. Breakfast was a buffet and DIY waffles which was fun. Overall lovely all round stop over for us"

The Dana on Mission Bay

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second trip in which we have stayed at The Dana! We really enjoy it! Great restaurant with firepit tables, food is wonderful. Location is perfect to the beach and access to the freeway. We have booked the jr suite with a bay view, and this past trip was the marina view. We will definately be back!"

Loews Coronado Bay Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful time, and experience. We both said we definitely will be back and would also love to visit their resorts in other locations! We had our 3 kids ranging from ages 1-15yrs old and it was perfect for everyone. The only thing, is we stayed for 6 days and there’s no microwave in the room we were in. That would've been nice for a leftover or two on the days we planned to enjoy the resort and didn’t leave! Besides that, it was great and we absolutely loved our stay."

Frequently asked questions

What is College West like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San Diego's College West neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Viejas Arena and Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater as part of your College West travel plans.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the College West area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, choose from one of Expedia's 16 hotels and other accommodation options in College West.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in College West, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in College West.

What is there to do around this San Diego neighbourhood?

Sights like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and San Diego Police Museum can be part of your cultural tour of College West. You could also plan a visit to Viejas Arena or San Diego State University Art Gallery while you're in the neighbourhood. Aztec Tennis Center, Til-Two Club and Little Saigon are just a few of the places to visit in and around College West. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, The Tower Bar and Kensington Club are also worth a stop.

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

Ready to get out and explore the city? SDSU Transit Center Station is the closest metro station.

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Ayres Lodge Alpine

Sycuan Casino Resort

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG

Best Western Americana Inn

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

California Suites Hotel

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

The Rambler Hotel

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Valli Hi Motel

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

Old Town Inn

Kings Inn San Diego

Where to stay in College West

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top College West Hotel Reviews

Bahia Resort Hotel

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