La Playa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
San Diego Yacht Club
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.
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.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Our pick of the best La Playa Hotel Deals
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Nice smaller hotel in a good location. All of the staff were top notch. Special shout out to Tanya and Miriam in the bar restaurant, they were great.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
The receptionist, the staff overall were extremely nice and helpful. I have stayed at this location over ten times and it is very clean and well kept
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Kona Kai San Diego
The property is old and the front desk clerk was the worst very poor customer service.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Great stay, beautiful hotel. Not too far from the main strip in the gaslamp district or the train depot for people taking public transit. Plenty of stores and restaurants immediately around the hotel too. Valet staff were nice and very attentive too. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
The staff were extremely helpful. I loved the room and the view was absolutely amazing, I would say that was my favorite part! Parking is connected to the building and the gift shop had essentials that you may have forgotten. There’s a Starbucks connected to the hotel as well😊. I would 100% come ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Playa
Point Loma
Seaside views a bustling port and top sights from Shelter Island to Humphreys Concerts by the Bay – discover Point Loma, a destination also famous for its island views.
Point Loma Heights
Visitors to Point Loma Heights enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Barnes Tennis Center is worth a stop.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach.
South Mission Beach
While visiting South Mission Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Bay and Mission Beach.
Old Town San Diego
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.
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.
