Downtown San Diego Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown San Diego
Stay near popular Downtown San Diego attractions
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
NZ$97
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
NZ$97
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
NZ$121
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
NZ$199
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown San Diego Hotel Deals
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is NZ$371 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$371
21 July - 22 July
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! (6,235 reviews)
"Convenient location to the Convention Center, Padres games, Gas lamp district and Bayfront shops and attractions."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is NZ$428 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$428
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,927 reviews)
"I will start off by saying that the location was GREAT! We were there for the Padre/Dodger game. It was easy access to walk to the game and stroll around Gaslamp. My complaint is that we had to move rooms because the only temperature we could access was very hot and it was unbearable to shower. Lastly, ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$292 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$292
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,831 reviews)
"the breakfast was really good &’ loved that the bar stayed open late"
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
The price is NZ$704 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$704
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,771 reviews)
"Rooms are very clean. Staff was great. Bar was awesome 👌"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
The Sofia Hotel
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
The price is NZ$256 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$256
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,328 reviews)
"Upon check-in, they downgraded my room, but did not tell me! They are allowed to switch room spec under Expedia T&C, but did not make me aware of this until I'd been in 2 very poorly-maintained inadequate rooms. Only then did they confess that they had a room of the spec that I'd booked available. ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
1 Park Blvd San Diego CA
The price is NZ$503 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$503
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,189 reviews)
"The hotel was nice and clean and we were able to upgrade to a corner room for the nice view . Staff was nice"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown San Diego
Find the best Downtown San Diego areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Spreckels Theater – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
