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A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs arranged on a grassy lawn, overlooking a body of water with a sailboat in the distance.
A modern restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring geometric wall panels, patterned flooring, and contemporary pendant lighting.
A marina with boats docked, a large white yacht, and a sunset in the background.

1. Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Harbor Island
United States
James
฿3,914
฿6,206 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Sheraton San Diego Resort
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a dining area with multiple tables and chairs.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a framed picture on the wall.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, multiple seating options, and large windows.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Daniel
฿4,112
฿4,727 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, comfortable seating, and large windows offering natural light.
A modern interior with a seating area featuring round tables and chairs, a large mirror, and a unique ceiling light fixture.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, string lights overhead, and a view of a building in the background.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of chairs, floral centerpieces, and string lights.

3. Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley
Mexico
LUIS
฿4,402
฿5,060 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, string lights, and a tall, narrow heater.
A multi-level hotel lobby with dining areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A swimming pool with a visible water filtration system and a tiled edge.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
University City
United States
Kunta
฿5,134
฿6,863 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.
A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.
A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.

5. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Downtown San Diego
United States
Benjamin
฿4,556
฿5,182 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a dark cabinet, a beige coffee table, and a blue sofa.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city.
A hotel corridor with glass doors, potted plants, and a blue carpet.
A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

6. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
Downtown San Diego
United States
Angel
฿4,389
฿5,089 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A lifeguard tower with the number 15 on it, located on a beach with the ocean in the background.

7. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Thao
฿3,982
฿4,589 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.
An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.
A reception area with a brick wall, palm tree artwork, and surfboards on display.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

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

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Downtown San Diego
United States
Troy
฿4,850
฿5,624 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A modern outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a fire pit.
A spacious lobby with large windows, modern pendant lighting, and a herringbone patterned floor.
A modern kitchen with a blue countertop, a built-in oven, and a bar area with glass shelves.
An indoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

9. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Downtown San Diego
United States
Brajesh
฿4,173
฿4,839 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
A modern kitchen with a 'Hampton Waffle' sign, a 'Happy Breakfast Starts Here' sign, and a view into the dining area.
A modern lounge area with seating and a flat-screen TV.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.
A snack display with a variety of packaged foods and a refrigerated section labeled 'SNACKS.'

10. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
Point Loma
United States
Evelin
฿5,134
฿5,902 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in San Diego?
Consider this your open invitation to pack your bags and find San Diego hotels that are members of the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association on our website. Staying in this historical area will give you access to its seaside and popular zoo.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in San Diego?
The Sofia Hotel is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free Wi-Fi and free Internet. Sheraton San Diego Resort and Hard Rock Hotel San Diego are two other good choices for your holiday.
How many gay-friendly accommodation options will I find in San Diego?
There are currently 121 LGBTQ-friendly places to stay in San Diego.
What should I see while I'm in San Diego?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything San Diego has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay and Petco Park. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Port of San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Mission Beach.
What is an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in San Diego?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In San Diego, hotels affiliated with IGLTA prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in San Diego?
Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in San Diego and you won't have to hide or your sexuality or your gender identity when you check in. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer wedding ceremonies and honeymoon packages for same-sex couples.

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