La Playa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A marina filled with various boats docked in calm water.
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Stay near popular La Playa attractions

San Diego Yacht Club

8.0/10 (20 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to San Diego Yacht Club. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Activities

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

AU$80
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

AU$100
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

AU$67
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

AU$60
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

AU$15
per adult
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

AU$43
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour
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Our pick of the best La Playa Hotel Deals

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is AU$265 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$265
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 out of 5
2303 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is AU$307 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$307
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy a marina, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,133 reviews)
"Amazing staff"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
2051 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is AU$227 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$227
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,636 reviews)
"Don't like"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is AU$366 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$366
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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$147 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$147
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is AU$301 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$301
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
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Our guide on where to stay in La Playa

Find the best La Playa 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

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.

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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

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Mission Bay

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

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