La Playa Travel Guide

San Diego

A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a body of water, and a bush of red flowers.
A marina filled with various boats docked in calm water.
A sailboat on calm waters with a cityscape and mountains in the background.
A sailboat on a body of water with a city skyline and mountains in the background.
A marina with various boats docked, a bridge, and a cityscape in the background.

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Things to do


Top hotels in La Playa

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,948 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,948
฿6,837 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,926 reviews)
"We loved our stay. The room was large and comfortable, the staff were amazing and we loved the area."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 out of 5
2303 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,246 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿6,246
฿7,841 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy a marina, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,127 reviews)
"San Diego is a dreamy city and Humphrey’s only adds to that. The landscaping is lush and beautiful and there are several outdoor third spaces (some with fire pits) for gathering with your friends/family outside of your room. The housekeeping is meticulous. The pool and hot tub area with the bar was ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
2051 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,338 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿5,338
฿6,136 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,625 reviews)
"Fantastic Location: If you like to take a walk on a path next to the water, making it easy to explore on foot. Great perks nearby: There are excellent coffee shops just a short walk away. Beautiful View: The stunning view of downtown San Diego and the boats on the water. However the room had no practical ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,940 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,940
฿4,528 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (2,909 reviews)
"Very accommodating"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Handlery Hotel
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,796 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿2,796
฿3,214 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (3,912 reviews)
"Pretty decent hotel, my key stopped working for some reason, had to go to the front desk and no explanation was provided nor an apology for the inconvenience. Puddle of water outside the door of our room duringthe"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿7,147 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿7,147
฿9,973 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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Where to stay in La Playa

Find the best La Playa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Gaslamp Quarter

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

Mission Beach

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

Mission Bay

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



La Playa Travel Guide