North Central San Diego

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Where to stay in North Central San Diego

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Carmel Valley

4/5(4 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Carmel Valley. Make a stop by top sights like Meadows Del Mar Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Carmel Valley
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Rancho Peñasquitos

4/5(1 area review)

Rancho Peñasquitos is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Rancho Penasquitos Tennis Center, a top place to visit in the area.

Rancho Peñasquitos
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Black Mountain Ranch

Black Mountain Ranch might not have many top sights, but Black Mountain Open Space Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Black Mountain Ranch
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Pacific Highlands Ranch

When in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can plan a visit to Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pacific Highlands Ranch
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Torrey Highlands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Torrey Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Carmel Mountain Plaza and Black Mountain Open Space Park.

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Del Mar Mesa

While Del Mar Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course.

Del Mar Mesa
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
The price is HK$884 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
HK$884
HK$1,007 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,911 reviews)
Room was renovated and clean. Bed and bedding were great. The bathroom door was super hard to open and close. Bathrooms need some renovation but overall good hotel. Proximity to Torrey Pines is priceless. Staff was super nice and helpful.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is HK$971 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
HK$971
HK$1,396 total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,165 reviews)
Everything was great!!

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is HK$832 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
HK$832
HK$957 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,215 reviews)
Staff are very friendly. Daily room service is great! Marina view from room and lobby are amazing.only thing is facility is a bit old, especially bathroom tub and toilet are outdated. And it has a bit smell of mold in bathroom

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
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.
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (608 reviews)
Check In was high tech, but everyone was very friendly and accommodating. Valet, though pricey, was very helpful and quick. Large room, a whole kitchenette (fridge, microwave, mini stove), large bathroom, even a washer + dryer combo. Realized that there was no closet in our room, but the lack of ...

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,603 reviews)
Location is fantastic. Beach view from the jacuzzi I mean yes please! Rooms were big and clean and I could have stayed for a week easily. Just book it already!

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4.5 out of 5
1331 Columbia St San Diego CA
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (355 reviews)
The property was secure, clean and I enjoyed having a full size washer and dryer in the unit. Great location and walkability to Little Italy and the bay. The onsite manager was available to answer my questions in person. I highly recommend this property.

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
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.

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