University City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Stay near popular University City attractions
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
NZ$95
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
NZ$119
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise
NZ$72
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board in La Jolla
NZ$59
per traveller
City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour
NZ$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Diego 18 Audio Tours Bundle and Explore at Your Own Pace
NZ$67
per adult
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 NZ$378 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$378
30 Oct - 31 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! (2,503 reviews)
"I love staying here! It is always comfortable, clean, I love the bedding. I enjoy the fabulous $19.95 breakfast buffet each day! The staff is always great. I love the bar/restaurant area. I love the fact that this is in walking distance to UTC mall, many restaurants and coffee shops. It"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA
The price is NZ$396 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
NZ$396
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,089 reviews)
"I purchased a room for myself and grandson who never showed and another room for my daughter, husband and daughter. To my surprise opening the door to my room I seen ripped sofa and chairs. The chairs scratched the back of my thighs leaving me cut and burning sensation. I was so upset but tired because ..."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is NZ$477 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
NZ$477
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$182 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$182
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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. ...
8/10 Very good! (3,943 reviews)
"Worth the cost, would definitely return"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is NZ$373 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$373
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (6,320 reviews)
"awesome location lovely staff, place can get a little noisy during the day but hey your in downtown a prime lovation beautiful"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Handlery Hotel
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is NZ$209 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$209
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
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.
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 Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.
