Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

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A market with a sign reading "Vis Town Market" and various stalls selling goods.

Stay near popular Old Town San Diego attractions

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Old Town San Diego State Park

9.0/10 (7,371 reviews)
Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.
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Top hotels in Old Town San Diego

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,898 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,898
฿4,481 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

3 out of 5
4041 Harney St San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,431 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,431
฿5,094 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿7,398 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿7,398
฿10,257 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (2,831 reviews)
"Did a little staycation. Was my second time at PP and it was even better than the first time. Property is immaculate and the staff was exceptionally professional and attentive."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,212 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,212
฿9,003 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,802 reviews)
"It honestly horrible when is time to check out the line are huge."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,027 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,027
฿6,979 total
24 Aug - 25 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 ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
The price is ฿6,096 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿6,096
฿7,011 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,452 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
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Where to stay in Old Town San Diego

Find the best Old Town San Diego 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 Port of San Diego 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 Nova SD – 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.

Old Town San Diego Travel Guide