Hotels in San Diego
The stock is mixed, with 3-star the largest single band at 89 of 200, and 12 of them are within a mile of the centre. Below are the closest properties to the middle of San Diego, nearest first, plus what is near each venue in the city — because if you are here for one event, distance from that building matters more than distance from downtown.
What the hotels in San Diego are like
Before the list, the shape of it. These figures cover every property the search found within about five miles of the middle of San Diego — not just the 18 shown below, which are simply the closest.
| Measure | San Diego | What it tells you |
|---|---|---|
| Properties found | 200 | Everything listed within about five miles of the centre. The 18 nearest are shown below. |
| Star mix | 4 × 5★, 52 × 4★, 89 × 3★, 45 × 2★, 1 × 1★ | 3-star is the largest band here. |
| Average guest score | 8.1/10 | Across the 195 rated properties. Supplied by our accommodation partner, not a StubOrder rating. |
| Within a mile of the centre | 12 of 200 | The rest are a drive or a transit ride. |
| Closest property | 0.6 mi | From the city’s centre point, in a straight line. |
Hotels in San Diego, closest to the centre first
Pick your dates to price these for the nights you actually want. Nothing is quoted until you do, because a nightly rate for the wrong dates is worse than no rate at all.
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Abpopa Hillcrest
3776 Fourth Ave, San Diego
Luxurious Accommodation Experience the epitome of comfort and style at Abpopa Hillcrest in San Diego. Indulge in well-appointed rooms featuring modern amenities like air condition…
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City24 Condo Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
2801 India Street, San Diego
Luxurious Accommodation Experience a comfortable stay in our elegantly designed rooms with modern amenities and breathtaking sea views. Convenient Location Located just minutes aw…
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Uptown Inn - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
819 University Avenue, San Diego
Convenient Location Situated near top attractions like San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, Uptown Inn offers a prime location for exploring the city. With free WiFi and on-site parking…
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Kings Inn San Diego
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego
Recreational Opportunities: Dive into luxury with our outdoor pool, spa tub, and fitness center for the ultimate relaxation during your stay. Dining Experience: Indulge in delicio…
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DoubleTree By Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle
1515 Hotel Cir S, San Diego
Modern Guest Rooms with In-Room Refrigerators Experience comfort and convenience in our spacious guest rooms equipped with in-room refrigerators, perfect for storing your favorite…
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport-Old Town by IHG
1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego
Convenient Location Situated just 4.8 km from San Diego International Airport, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Airport - Old Town offers complimentary shuttles to var…
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Candlewood Suites San Diego by IHG
1335 Hotel Circle S, San Diego
Suite Perfection Fully Equipped Suites: Enjoy the convenience of fully equipped kitchens and free Wi-Fi in every suite at Candlewood Suites San Diego. Relax and Unwind: Take advan…
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Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
875 Hotel Cir South, San Diego
Luxurious Accommodation Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa in San Diego offers 4-star air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a bar, and room service. Some rooms even feature a balcony for s…
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
595 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
Outdoor Pool, Hot Tub, and Fitness Center Enjoy a relaxing stay at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle with our outdoor pool, hot tub, and 24-hour fitness …
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
1631 Hotel Cir S, San Diego
Convenient Location in Mission Valley's Hotel Circle Located near popular San Diego attractions like SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo, Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circ…
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Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld
625 Hotel Cir S, San Diego
Convenient Location near Major Attractions Located in Mission Valley, Hotel Iris offers proximity to popular attractions like Sea World, San Diego Zoo, and Balboa Park. The hotel'…
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
543 Hotel Circle S, San Diego
Convenient Location and Modern Comforts Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle Near SeaWorld is a mere 8 km from San Diego International Airport, offering spacious rooms with …
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Handlery Hotel San Diego
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego
Convenient Location Situated just off I-8, our hotel and resort are a mere 10 minutes' drive from downtown San Diego, offering easy access to the city's vibrant attractions. Dinin…
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Hampton Inn San Diego Mission Valley
2151 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
Luxurious Amenities Experience luxury at its finest at Hampton Inn San Diego Mission Valley. From the outdoor pool and hot tub to the 24/7 state-of-the-art fitness center, we ensu…
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
635 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
Convenient Location Centrally located in Mission Valley, Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Diego NE - Hotel Circle is the ideal base for exploring San Diego, just a short drive f…
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Super 8 by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
445 Hotel Cir S, San Diego
Convenient Location near Sea World San Diego Super 8 by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle is ideally situated just a 10 minutes’ drive from the popular Sea World San Diego. Comfortab…
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Extended Stay America Suites - San Diego - Hotel Circle
2087 Hotel Cir S, San Diego
Kitchenette in Every Room: Each room at Extended Stay America - San Diego features a convenient kitchenette with essential appliances, perfect for longer stays. Complimentary Brea…
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Best Western Seven Seas
411 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
Outdoor Pool and Spa Tubs Best Western Seven Seas features an inviting outdoor pool and 2 relaxing spa tubs for guests to unwind and soak up the California sun. On-Site Dining Opt…
Staying near a specific San Diego venue
This is usually the better question. The hotels above are measured from the middle of San Diego, which is only the right anchor if the city itself is the trip. If you are coming for one event, what matters is how far you are from that building at 11pm — and in most cities the centre and the venue are not the same place.
Each page below runs its own search from that venue’s own coordinates and sorts by real straight-line distance from the doors, with a plain note on every card saying whether that is a walk, a long walk or a drive.
- Hotels near Pechanga Arena - San Diego
- Hotels near Viejas Arena At Aztec Bowl
- Hotels near Humphreys Concerts By The Bay
- Hotels near San Diego Civic Theatre
- Hotels near Petco Park
- Hotels near Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
- Hotels near SOMA
Venues in San Diego
The buildings people book these rooms for. Each links to its schedule and tickets.
- Pechanga Arena - San Diego
- Viejas Arena At Aztec Bowl
- Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
- Avalon - San Diego
- Copley Symphony Hall
- Humphreys Concerts By The Bay
- San Diego Civic Theatre
- Spreckels Theatre - San Diego
- Petco Park
- Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
- SOMA
- Canes
What is on in San Diego
The reason most people book a room here. Every date links to live tickets and a seat map.
- From about $45.00View Tickets
- From about $104.00View Tickets
- From about $959.00View Tickets
- From about $41.00View Tickets
- From about $33.00View Tickets
- From about $105.00View Tickets
Matinee
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Add-ons, not event tickets
Parking, tailgates and passes 1
These are add-on products rather than admission to the event itself, so they are listed separately and are not counted among the upcoming dates above.
Cheaper than a hotel in San Diego
San Diego has 14 hostels, which is enough to be a genuine alternative rather than a curiosity. On the night of a sold-out event the gap is at its widest, because city hotel rates spike for a big show and hostel beds barely move. See the hostels in San Diego, with how they score against the hotels on this page.
How to read these listings
Every card carries the same facts in the same order, so two properties can be compared at a glance rather than read as marketing copy.
- Distance is straight-line, not walking. We know where the property is and where the centre is; we do not know the streets in between. That is why each card also says walkable, long walk or drive, and why those labels are deliberately conservative.
- Guest scores are our accommodation partner’s, not ours. StubOrder does not review hotels. Where a score appears it is theirs, with the review count beside it so you can judge how much weight it carries.
- The rate is the lowest available for the stay you asked for, for two adults, and it moves constantly. Treat it as a comparison between properties rather than a quote.
- Nothing here is paid placement. The order is distance from the centre, full stop. No property pays to appear or to rank.
Plan the rest of the trip
Frequently asked questions
Does StubOrder sell hotels and tickets together?
No. Tickets come from our resale marketplace and rooms from our accommodation partner, as two separate bookings with separate confirmations.
How close are these hotels to the San Diego venues?
The hotels on this page are measured from the middle of San Diego. For distance from a specific building, use that venue's own page - each one is linked above and sorts every nearby property by real distance from the doors.
Is it cheaper to stay near the venue or in the centre?
It depends on the city and the night. Near a stadium on an event night is usually the expensive option; the centre is usually better value but adds a journey. Both pages exist so you can compare them rather than guess.
What kind of hotels are there in San Diego?
The stock is mixed, with 3-star the largest single band at 89 of 200, and 12 of them are within a mile of the centre. They average 8.1/10 in guest scores from our accommodation partner.
Are there hostels in San Diego?
Yes - 14 of them, enough to be worth their own page. A dorm bed is usually the largest saving available on an event-night trip.
Why are no prices shown until I pick dates?
Because a nightly rate only means anything for a specific stay, and asking for one costs a live request. Pick your dates and every property above is priced for exactly those nights, for two adults.
