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.

Stay near popular La Playa attractions

San Diego Yacht Club

8.0/10 (20 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to San Diego Yacht Club. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Tickets

฿3,034
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Tickets
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

฿2,376
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

฿1,171
per traveller
Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

฿502
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,908
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

฿3,990
per adult
Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego
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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
The price is ฿6,232 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿6,232
฿7,163 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
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 ฿7,691 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿7,691
฿9,512 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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 ...
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 ฿5,865 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,865
฿6,742 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Kona Kai San Diego

Kona Kai San Diego

4 out of 5
1551 Shelter Island Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿11,721 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿11,721
฿15,488 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Kona Kai San Diego
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿9,379 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿9,379
฿12,558 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! (2,710 reviews)
"I’ve been staying at Paradise Point for literally my whole life (42 yo) my parents honeymooned here before it was called Paradise Point! Now I bring my family. I think PP has gotten insanely over priced. Like way beyond what it’s worth. Paying close to $100 a day in the resort fee and parking fee ..."

Reviewed on 16 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 ฿5,412 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿5,412
฿7,444 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (6,225 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
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Where to stay in La Playa

Find the best La Playa 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.

A theater marquee with ornate designs and the name "Gaslamp Quarter".

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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