Hillcrest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
Admire the animal kingdom in all its fascinating glory at one of America’s largest zoos.
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
Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
USS Midway Museum
US military history comes to life aboard this colossus of the seas.
SeaWorld
Meet the ocean’s most fascinating creatures face to face at this exhilarating and informative aquatic attraction.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
It was very basic, spartan room. There is a shared kitchen with cooking facilities. There is a good coffee shop very close.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Good service
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Valet was great! Very fast and attentive.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Great place!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The hotel itself is extremely outdated, our mirror in the bathroom was deformed and looked melted. The towels had several black pieces of long hair on it, the carpets were old, the sliding door to the balcony took everything in you to open it, there wasn’t a single usb outlet anywhere in the room, ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.
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.
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.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
