University City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Stay near popular University City attractions
Activities
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
AU$99
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla
AU$49
per traveller
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
AU$80
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise
AU$60
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
AU$16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
AU$119
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best University City Hotel Deals
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
The price is AU$318 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$318
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,494 reviews)
"Nice location. The elevator is falling apart. The facility seems old and run down."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is AU$396 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$396
25 Oct - 26 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. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is AU$137 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$137
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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. ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is AU$297 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$297
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (6,314 reviews)
"Room was very dated. Entire hotel in need of updating. Very surprising for such a great location in San Diego. Bathroom was lacking in amenities and decor. Dark and poor lighting. Terrible bathtub and faucet. It was clean enough. I messaged and called ahead to get an early check in time and was told ..."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026
Handlery Hotel
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is AU$167 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$167
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,946 reviews)
"Maintained well."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
California Suites Hotel
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
The price is AU$144 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$144
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (2,981 reviews)
"Only thing I had neighbor a lady with 2 kids were banging wall and being annoyed never happened to me before first time but it’s good place to stay I like it alot that were I stay always"
Reviewed on 24 Sept 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.
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Our guide on where to stay in University City
Find the best University City 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 Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Lyceum Theatre to Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House – 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.
