When is the best time to go to Emerald Hills?

The best time to visit Emerald Hills is during the spring or autumn months. Spring, from March to May, brings pleasant temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C. The hills are lush and green from winter rains, and wildflowers are in bloom, making it a beautiful time for outdoor activities like hiking or exploring the local parks. This period is ideal for couples or families who enjoy scenic walks and comfortable weather before the summer heat. Autumn, from September to November, also offers agreeable weather, usually between 18°C and 28°C. The landscape takes on golden hues, and the air is often clear, providing excellent visibility for views of the San Francisco Bay.

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A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

5.9 km from Emerald Hills

Martin

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.

2. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

6.9 km from Emerald Hills

Leonard

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and potted plants.

3. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

7.8 km from Emerald Hills

Carlos

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A breakfast bar with La Quinta branding, a coffee machine, and a waffle display.

4. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

7.9 km from Emerald Hills

Diane

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

10.4 km from Emerald Hills

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

6. The Rambler Hotel

8.9 km from Emerald Hills

Johnny

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

9.4 km from Emerald Hills

Sharnell

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 7.4 km from Emerald Hills

Jeremy

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

9. Best Western Seven Seas

9.3 km from Emerald Hills

Benjamin

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

10. Kings Inn San Diego

9.9 km from Emerald Hills

Armando

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

11. Lafayette Hotel & Club

7 km from Emerald Hills

Bryanna

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

12. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 7.4 km from Emerald Hills

Jessica M

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a round coffee table with fruit, and a ceiling adorned with colorful hanging ornaments.

13. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

10.9 km from Emerald Hills

Aron Roi

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hercor Hotel' sign, multiple balconies, and a 'Urban Boutique' label.

14. Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique

9.7 km from Emerald Hills

Sarina

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express building with a prominent entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

15. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

8.6 km from Emerald Hills

Alejandro

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

16. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8.5 km from Emerald Hills

Irene

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 11 km from Emerald Hills

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lobby with a staircase, a round seating area, a wicker chair, and a large stained glass window.

18. Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 7.3 km from Emerald Hills

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

19. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 7.3 km from Emerald Hills

Crystal

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a wooden vanity, and a bed with a view of the city.

20. Ash&9th

7.1 km from Emerald Hills

Mayra

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Our guide on where to stay in Emerald Hills

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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

Get to Pacific Beach after the sun goes down because this is the place to be in San Diego for partying.

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A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, a pier, and dense urban buildings.

Mission Beach

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

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Gaslamp Quarter

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

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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.

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Top Emerald Hills Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Emerald Hills

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

10/10 Excellent

"the staff was very accommodating and the hotel is lovely. i probably wouldn’t bring my kids here just because it seemed like an older demographic and i wouldn’t want them to annoy anyone. (that’s not a knock on the hotel at all just how i felt about it)"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"The view was great! We upgraded to the higher floor package and were on the top floor facing the bay. The hotel was convenient to everything we did and wanted to do. The room was a bit dated and worn and the price for parking was a little bit steep. Lizle was a FANTASTIC front desk host. She was warm and inviting from the start to finish of our stay. You have a jewel of an employee with her."

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Our top choices for Emerald Hills hotels

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

4. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

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

6. The Rambler Hotel

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

9. Best Western Seven Seas

10. Kings Inn San Diego

11. Lafayette Hotel & Club

12. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

13. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

14. Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique

15. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

16. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

18. Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

19. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

20. Ash&9th

Our guide on where to stay in Emerald Hills

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Pacific Beach

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Mission Bay

Top Emerald Hills Hotel Reviews

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