Emerald Hills Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Emerald Hills
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
USS Midway Museum
A popular San Diego attraction where you can get on board the USS Midway and learn more about the realities of Navy life.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best Emerald Hills Hotel Deals
The Sofia Hotel
"It was an older hotel and it showed in places, but the staff were super friendly and the location was great."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"Great Family atmosphere. The food at both restaurants was excellent. Great spot to enjoy and if you have little ones great place to go to sea world and other locations in san diego. Very much recommend!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
"Amazing property. A must visit for San Diego"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"The front desk clerk neglected to inform us about the $150 per night incidental charges. It was a shock after we saw the charge getting to our room. There was an adult massager for sale with the mini bar that created an awkward situation with our young children! The room was very nice and the location ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
"The hotel in general wasn't bad, the staff was friendly, quick check in and out was easy and fast. Room was cozy. Bed was comfortable. Just a few blocks from Little Italy. I only have 2 complaints 1.) One out of the two elevators were working so the wait for the elevator was ridiculously long and ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Hidden resort charge not told about when upgrading room."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Emerald Hills
North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.
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.
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.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
Mission Valley
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.
