University City Travel Guide

San Diego

A sunset over a calm body of water with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.
A white church with multiple spires and a cross on top, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A large white building with multiple spires and a well-maintained garden with various flowers and palm trees.
A large white church with multiple spires and stained glass windows.
A large white church with multiple spires and a central tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

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Top hotels in University City

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 ฿6,219 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
฿6,219
฿7,153 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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! (2,502 reviews)
"Staff were very nice and the hotel is in an ideal area. However, we had 3 separate issues regarding cleanliness. There was a half-empty water bottle in the room that wasn’t ours. The ice container had liquids in it (assuming it was melted ice) from a previous stay before us, and the linen did not ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,215 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
฿6,215
฿8,095 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,087 reviews)
"Love this location. It’s dated and furniture needs upgrades. Overall good"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,380 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿6,380
฿9,112 total
30 Oct - 31 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,906 reviews)
"We stayed for the PIFA event across the street, so it was very convenient. Check in went smooth and Roberto was very helpful in getting our room very close by other family members. One of the staff members gave us a ride to the event, which was a blessing since we walked with our uncle who was elderly ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is ฿2,825 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿2,825
฿3,247 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,080 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿5,080
฿7,052 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (6,349 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,446 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿3,446
฿3,960 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 ...
Handlery Hotel
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Where to stay in University City

Find the best University City 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.

Mission Beach

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

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Lyceum Theatre to Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House – 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.



University City Travel Guide