Central San Diego Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Central San Diego

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Downtown San Diego

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

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 USS Midway Museum are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown San Diego
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Point Loma

3.5/5(24 area reviews)

Seaside views a bustling port and top sights from Marine Corps Recruit Depot to Shelter Island – discover Point Loma, a destination also famous for its island views.

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Mission Valley

4/5(29 area reviews)

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.

Mission Valley
Old Town San Diego State Park featuring signage

Old Town San Diego

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.

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Little Italy

Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Waterfront Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.

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Linda Vista

When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.

Linda Vista
Kings Inn San Diego
Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$143 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$143
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,639 reviews)
"Very convenient and close to San Diego Airport. The place was very clean and quiet"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Kings Inn San Diego
Best Western Seven Seas
Best Western Seven Seas
3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$159 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$159
per night
19 May - 20 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,462 reviews)
"It’s was ok. The gym could’ve have been better"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Best Western Seven Seas
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
875 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$255 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$255
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,819 reviews)
"Had the best stay in San Diego! Ashley and Jerry were great company at Theresa’s"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Three Story Spanish Style Home best Location in SD
Three Story Spanish Style Home best Location in SD
San Diego
Stay at this vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located nearby.
3/10 (2 reviews)
Beware!!! Very misleading property description!
"Beware!! NO reliable or STABLE internet! Property mgr told me there’s nothing he could do about it. I asked him to call provider n have them do a “hard reset”, which he did. But still internet was never online for more than an hour. We are a tech saavy family. If this was my rental, I would upgrade ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Three Story Spanish Style Home best Location in SD
Family Game Room with Wet Bar, Pool Table/ Ping Pong Darts and more!
Family Game Room with Wet Bar, Pool Table/ Ping Pong Darts and more!
San Diego
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy a water park, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (139 reviews)
Stayed for 4 nights and enjoyed everything about this place!!
"House could have been cleaner. There was cobwebs and dust on walls ceilings and fans. Great house otherwise. Lots to do in it including pool table, ping pong and hot tub. Great closed in yard for our dog also!! All in all we would definitely stay here again.👍👍"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

Family Game Room with Wet Bar, Pool Table/ Ping Pong Darts and more!
4704 E Mountain · Stylish Interior w Private Patio/Mural/Firepit/BBQ
4704 E Mountain · Stylish Interior w Private Patio/Mural/Firepit/BBQ
San Diego
Stay at this apartment in San Diego. Enjoy balconies and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
Wonderful location
"We were here to tour SDSU & USD for college. Apartment is well located, clean, and parking is easy. Our flight got delayed several times, so we weren't able to check in until 2:30am--self check in was easy. Alan and his colleagues were quite helpful and easy to get ahold of."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2023

4704 E Mountain · Stylish Interior w Private Patio/Mural/Firepit/BBQ
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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