What's it like in University Heights?

Travellers to San Diego's University Heights neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for University Heights travel tips? Make sure that you visit J.A. Cooley Museum and Diversionary Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University Heights?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Lafayette Hotel & Club is the highest ranked property in University Heights. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and 3 bars.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the University Heights area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 72 University Heights hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Heights, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in University Heights.

What are the top things to see and do in University Heights?

University Heights's sights and attractions like J.A. Cooley Museum, Diversionary Theatre and San Diego Black Ensemble Theater offer insight into the local culture. While you're out sightseeing in San Diego, make sure that you visit other sights such as San Diego Zoo or Mission Valley Mall.

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Our top choices for University Heights hotels

3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

Lafayette Hotel & Club

University Heights

TIM

฿8,213 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

6.5 km from University Heights

Tyler

฿3,037 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jan - 27 Jan

3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4.9 km from University Heights

David

฿6,273 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach, 8.4 km from University Heights

Curtis

฿2,625 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Sycuan Casino Resort

29.6 km from University Heights

Petrina

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 4.6 km from University Heights

Eugenia

฿3,469 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Kings Inn San Diego

2.7 km from University Heights

Craig

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

4.2 km from University Heights

Zoraima

฿3,105 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Carmel Valley, 21.6 km from University Heights

Ludmila

฿4,526 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

2 km from University Heights

Flint A

฿2,870 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 5.3 km from University Heights

Simran

฿3,983 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Marina District, 5.6 km from University Heights

Michelle

฿8,914 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jan - 23 Jan

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 5.6 km from University Heights

Erica

฿16,789 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Feb - 4 Feb

Superior Double Room Single Use, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio

Ash&9th

4.3 km from University Heights

Darlene

฿2,496 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

North Pacific Beach, 8.7 km from University Heights

Sandra

฿3,541 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Loews Coronado Bay Resort

14.1 km from University Heights

Taryn

฿8,078 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Westgate Hotel

4.8 km from University Heights

Ray

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

2.6 km from University Heights

Michelle

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

8.7 km from University Heights

simona

฿4,623 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 5 km from University Heights

phuc

฿4,312 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

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Where to stay in University Heights

Find the best University Heights 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.

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Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego’s historic heart has shed its seedy past to emerge as one of the city’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment hubs.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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