Hillcrest Travel Guide

San Diego

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A flagpole with a rainbow flag against a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Hillcrest attractions

Rich's Nightclub

Rich's Nightclub is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Tickets

฿2,824
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Tickets
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

฿2,332
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla

Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla

฿1,150
per traveller
Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

฿526
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,873
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego

Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego

฿4,895
per adult
Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego
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Top hotels in Hillcrest

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 out of 5
819 University Ave San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,729 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿3,729
฿4,204 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are ...
8.4/10 Very good! (407 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room. Easy check-in and great front desk staff. The location is perfect for visiting Hillcrest restaurants and clubs. Unfortunately, the coffee machine was not working, so.. no coffee during my two days/nights. All-in-all, a great stay. I'll be back!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿9,295 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿9,295
฿12,446 total
9 Aug - 10 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! (2,731 reviews)
"Great resort. Family friendly!!!"

Reviewed on 11 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 ฿5,364 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿5,364
฿7,377 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (6,296 reviews)
"Our favorite place to stay when in San Diego!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,102 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,102
฿4,715 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (3,715 reviews)
"Room was clean and modern but it had underlying odors due to its age. My husband gets sore throat from mold/mildew and he got it in the room (we arrived 8:30 pm for a be night). Fridge didn’t work."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,718 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿5,718
฿8,237 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,034 reviews)
"Great location! Easy to walk to Petco park and all around down town. Clean, felt safe!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,764 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿4,764
฿5,476 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,722 reviews)
"Very good and very close to fashion valley"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Handlery Hotel
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Where to stay in Hillcrest

Find the best Hillcrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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

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

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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

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

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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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