Civic Core Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Civic Core
Stay near popular Civic Core attractions
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
AU$79
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
AU$79
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
AU$154
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
AU$99
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Civic Core Hotel Deals
The Sofia Hotel
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
The price is AU$208 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$208
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,294 reviews)
"The hotel itself was fine, but our experience at the uca restaurant was terrible. The restaurant seemed severely short-staffed, service was very slow, and we waited a long time for our food. Unfortunately, the food quality was also very poor. This experience left a negative impression and overshadowed ..."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
701 A St San Diego CA
The price is AU$312 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$312
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,120 reviews)
"Description should advise that this is a high rise with the hotel being on the 17th floor, parking on the 11th floor, and the ice machine on the 21st floor. The garage was a scary spiral that you didn't want to keep going up and down."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
The Bristol Hotel San Diego
1055 1st Ave San Diego CA
The price is AU$226 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$226
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,568 reviews)
"The staff was helpful with getting around the area. Internet was down for most of one day, couldn’t reach the front desk. Housekeeping available upon request. Valet parking a little pricey, but in line with the area. Good location in proximity to Petco Park, Gas Lamp district."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
The price is AU$497 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$497
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,776 reviews)
"I highly recommend staying here excellent experience!"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is AU$306 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$306
29 June - 30 June
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! (6,224 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is AU$541 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$541
29 June - 30 June
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! (2,666 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Room was very clean, very nice; but did have a few maintenance issues. Love that we could stay a day of check out until 10 o’clock and use the property and all the pools and hot tubs, but wish the pools were open later during our stay (all close at 10)."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in Civic Core
Find the best Civic Core 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 Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – 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.
