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Best hotels in San Diego
A visit to San Diego offers everything from history and culture to top world cuisine. This city boasts some must-see attractions which you can visit from any number of diverse districts. And with glorious year-round mild weather, endless coastline and abundant green space, it’s a fantastic city to drive around and explore.
With so many places to stay, you’re bound to find the perfect hotel. Grab your Hertz car rental and get ready to explore the best hotels in San Diego.
Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter
509 Ninth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
The Hotel Indigo is a boutique hotel, just one block from Petco Park. There’s a gorgeous rooftop terrace with views over the park and East Village. San Diego is famous for the Comic Con Convention, which you can walk to from the Gaslamp Quarter. This award-winning green hotel is LEED-certified and pet friendly.
Choose the perfect room for your trip without worrying about the price tag with affordable luxury queen rooms to king rooms with extra space.
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
This awesome waterfront hotel overlooks a private marina, and you can take in the impressive vistas of the city or San Diego Bay from every room. Many rooms have private balconies so you can stretch out and enjoy the views at one of the best hotels in San Diego.
You’ll be able to reach a number of top attractions easily including Seaport Village, Petco Park, the Gaslamp Quarter and San Diego Convention Center. So, whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, it’s a great spot. M Club members can enjoy an enhanced continental breakfast and hors d’oeuvres each evening.
The Wayfarer San Diego
707 Pacific Beach Drive, San Diego, CA 92109
Situated on right on the sands of Pacific Beach, (known locally as ‘PB’), the Wayfarer San Diego serves up laid back surfer vibes and is perfectly built to offer residents fun in the sun.
Kick back and relax in one of 126 bright, funky rooms and suites. Enjoy a 65” flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi and air conditioning. From oceanfront king rooms sleeping up to six people, to standard and accessible queen rooms – there’s a space just right for your trip.
Experience the best at this dreamy getaway, from picture-perfect ocean views to lazy moments by the pool. Use this as a base to take in the wealth of San Diego’s best experiences.
Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
3299 Holiday Court, La Jolla, CA 92037
You can get the best of both worlds at the Sheraton La Jolla Hotel, nestled on a stunning beach by La Jolla Cove, California. Soak away the hours on the glorious beach or take a day trip to San Diego on your way to LA. Famous attractions including Torrey Pines golf course, San Diego Zoo and LEGOLAND are all within easy reach.
If you’re away on business, you can access academic institutions Birch Aquarium and University of California San Diego with ease. There are plenty of amenities waiting for you at this resort-style hotel, like a heated outdoor pool, stunning palm-tree stocked garden, waterfalls and koi ponds.
Pantai Inn
1003 Coast Boulevard, La Jolla, CA 92037
With a tranquil location just a stone’s throw away from the Pacific Ocean, and moments from the vibrant shopping and dining district of La Jolla village, Pantai Inn offers a charming take on a traditional coastal vacation.
This boutique hotel oozes eclectic Polynesian charm and boasts spacious suites and a relaxed setting. Experience the welcoming charm of one of La Jolla’s favorite neighborhoods, only 20 minutes from San Diego’s world-class attractions.
La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037
La Valencia Hotel has been welcoming guests for more than 95 years in the hilly seaside neighborhood of La Jolla. The signature pink exterior and Spanish-tiled tower has earned this hotel the nickname ‘Pink Lady’ and has become a renowned landmark on La Jolla's well-known Prospect Street.
Take in the outstanding panoramic views of the beautiful La Jolla Cove and the glorious Pacific coastline on your trip to San Diego. Choose your accommodation from 114 rooms, suites and villas and enjoy tempting Mediterranean cuisine and fresh seafood in the restaurant. This iconic hotel is also pet friendly, has beach access and eye-catching original art and mosaics – what’s not to love?
Handlery Hotel San Diego
950 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108
Harry Handlery founded his company in 1928 under the premise, “to have every guest not question why they stayed here, but to question why they didn’t stay here before…”.
Since it was built in 1954, four generations of the Handlery family have welcomed guests to their self-titled Hotel. The boutique hotel is situated in the heart of San Diego and has some of its best attractions in easy reach. Guests can relax by the heated outdoor pool, enjoy the gym or use the business center. Furry friends can also enjoy a stay if you choose one of the pet-friendly rooms.
Horton Grand Hotel
311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
The Horton Grand Hotel is one of the best hotels in San Diego’s Gaslamp District. It prides itself on its historic décor, luxury comfort and classic style. With well-preserved 1880s Victorian charm, you’ll find handcrafted antique furniture, marble-framed gas fireplaces and detailed architectural features in each and every room.
In your room you can enjoy your own coffee and tea machine, flat-screen TV and complementary Wi-Fi. Choose from a premiere suit with a balcony to take in the cityscapes to double queen rooms, accessible and dog-friendly rooms.
There’s a district, style and budget to suit everyone in the wealth of accommodation available in San Diego. Book a stay at one of the best places to stay in San Diego as a base to explore this fantastic sun-kissed city.
Get to know more about San Diego
When you’ve chosen the perfect place to lay your head, you’ll want to know the best places to eat, visit and explore in this gorgeous cultural city. Check out these Hertz guides for inspiration:
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