Hillcrest Travel Guide
San Diego




Visit Hillcrest
Stay near popular Hillcrest attractions
Things to do

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
Top hotels in Hillcrest

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
"Best deal and well worth the price. Staff was friendly and available 24 hours a day. Food open till 2 am right next door. Able to walk around and explore"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Great location and easy walking/driving distance to major attractions."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"This location is OK but the pools are truly very mediocre. Not to mention an extremely overpriced. Some of the staff were very rude."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"This hotel exceeded my expectations. The room was clean and well sized. The bathroom was large with ample storage. I appreciated the hooks on the wall where I was able to hang my formal attire while dressing. The little details like the guitar pick stickers on the TP and the guitars on the pillows ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

California Suites Hotel
"Would not return to or recommend."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
"Well located...easy...good f&b"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Hillcrest

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
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.

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

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.

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


















