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Our top choices for University Heights hotels

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

1. Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,955 reviews)
"Great vibes, good staff"
United States
Edgar
The price is ฿8,197
฿9,422 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Lafayette Hotel & Club
An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a pool in the background.

2. Town and Country San Diego

Town and Country San Diego
4.0 star property
2.3 km from University Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,836 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Sol
The price is ฿6,488
฿8,594 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Town and Country San Diego
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
4.0 star property
1.9 km from University Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,811 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Victor
The price is ฿4,562
฿5,244 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
An outdoor café with red chairs and white tables, surrounded by buildings with balconies and flags.

4. Urban Boutique Hotel

Urban Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Little Italy, 4.3 km from University Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,247 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Location was great. Very walkable to Restaurants and waterfront. Definitely recommend!"
United States
Renee
The price is ฿4,419
฿5,027 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Urban Boutique Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

5. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 star property
4.1 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,094 reviews)
"Very good hotel at the price with good choice of breakfast."
United States
Tirthankar
The price is ฿5,102
฿5,865 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
2.5 star property
6.8 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,711 reviews)
"Loved the staff and location."
United States
David
The price is ฿5,994
฿6,890 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

7. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,126 reviews)
"Always enjoy my stay here"
United States
amy
The price is ฿5,727
฿6,583 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

8. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
1.9 km from University Heights
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,868 reviews)
"This is a nice hotel - not fancy rooms but clean and good A/C and pool!"
United States
Colleen
The price is ฿2,785
฿3,201 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Seven Seas
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.

9. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
11.4 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,088 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Samuel
The price is ฿4,905
฿5,405 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

10. Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 star property
2.7 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,725 reviews)
"I love this hotel, but respectful, perfect location good food very good food"
United States
yasir
The price is ฿2,669
฿3,062 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Kings Inn San Diego
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

11. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
2.5 km from University Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,892 reviews)
"Great place would book again."
United States
Ronald
The price is ฿3,660
฿4,208 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Handlery Hotel
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.

12. Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort
4.0 star property
5.9 km from University Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,676 reviews)
"Lovely resort with great food and great location . Good for a relaxing getaway ."
United States
Pooja
The price is ฿5,563
฿8,060 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sheraton San Diego Resort
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
3.5 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,712 reviews)
"It was a great stay!"
United States
Demetrius
The price is ฿5,372
฿6,174 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego, 4.8 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,511 reviews)
"great location, excellent hotel"
United States
Edward Palacios
The price is ฿4,066
฿4,673 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
A hotel complex with multiple buildings, a landscaped garden, and a body of water reflecting the sunset.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
3.0 star property
7.2 km from University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,686 reviews)
"Amazing place location and hotel staff were amazing."
United States
Orlyn
The price is ฿6,591
฿7,576 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego, 4.4 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,171 reviews)
"Great being near Old Town nice food nearby and fun visitor destinations."
United States
Anthony
The price is ฿4,169
฿4,792 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
2 km from University Heights
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,053 reviews)
"Rooms very clean and staff very friendly"
United States
Alyssa
The price is ฿2,933
฿3,372 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A modern building with multiple windows, outdoor seating, and a chessboard.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
4.0 star property
5.6 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,293 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Great price always happy with our stay."
United States
Joshua
The price is ฿4,611
฿5,300 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

19. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
8.1 km from University Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,427 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Bernadette
The price is ฿4,349
฿4,904 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a bridge in the distance.

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4.0 star property
Little Italy, 4.3 km from University Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Victoria
The price is ฿5,303
฿6,149 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
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Where to stay in University Heights

Find the best University Heights 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

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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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

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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Mission Bay

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

Top University Heights Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Very attractive staff, they wanted to work, they were not sitting around on there phone, they were willing to help."
Rubi 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Best Western Seven Seas

Frequently asked questions

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 San Diego Black Ensemble Theater and J.A. Cooley Museum while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in University Heights?
Based on our traveller data, Lafayette Hotel & Club is one of the top choices for your stay 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 75 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 Hotel Circle.