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Popular hotels in Downtown, San Diego

Discover well-known properties in Downtown that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 658 hotels in Downtown and price data was last updated on 17 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Downtown is $365/night.
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150 West Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
Historic hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, valet parking, and massage/treatment rooms. The Sofia Hotel offers 211 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.
7.7
Good
1403 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
2137 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
Daily Mandatory Charge includes California Tourism Assessment and San Diego Tourism Marketing District Assessment. Feel the Pacific Ocean breeze and watch the palm trees sway from your spacious suite at our Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside hotel. This San Diego Bayside Campus features a Homewood Suites and Hilton Garden Inn which results in an expansive resort-like hotel experience. Enjoy the expected Homewood Suites amenities of complimentary breakfast and Wednesday evening manager's reception or step into our on-site restaurant for an unexpected dive into upscale coastal cuisine. Our suites blend modern style with ultimate efficiency. The art deco inspired design on the outside leads to a modern and contemporary interior with elegant colors and stylish furnishings. Find a mix of urban designs and natural finishes at this downtown hotel. Two blocks from the San Diego Bay and San Diego International Airport and less than two miles from downtown San Diego and San Diego Convention Center and the Gaslamp Quarter. You'll be a short walk to the harbor which is a few blocks from businesses and just steps from restaurants and shopping. Business travelers will appreciate the proximity of our San Diego downtown hotel to Solar Turbines, Toyota, Titan Corp, San Diego Courthouse, and Lockheed Martin. Known for sunny days and mild temperatures, San Diego is a favorite destination any time of the year. Take a bike tour of the city, perfect your golf swing or learn to surf, all within minutes of our hotel. For the perfect hotel downtown San Diego, visit the USS Midway, the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Cruise Ship Terminal, or take a ferry to Coronado Island to visit Hotel del Coronado. All steps from the Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside and Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1512 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre
521 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles, and concierge services are available at this smoke-free hotel. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a front-desk safe are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
2298 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
1445 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
Make TownePlace Suites San Diego Downtown your home near Balboa Park within walking distance to Gaslamp Quarter. Our extended stay hotel in San Diego easily reaches attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and the Air and Space Museum. Walk to concerts, dance performances and opera at the San Diego Civic Theatre, one half mile away. Our hotel sits near I-5, less than two miles from the San Diego Convention Center, Petco Park, Little Italy and the Star of India. Start your day downtown with a continental breakfast. Stay fit during your stay in San Diego in our urban-inspired fitness center. Our downtown suites feature cool earth tones, a bathroom with granite countertops and a kitchen or kitchenette with a microwave and stovetop. Choose between suites with two queen beds or a single king bed, including King Suites with an extra sofa bed. Stay in comfort at TownePlace Suites San Diego Downtown.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
807 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
701 A Street, San Diego, CA, United States
An unforgettable experience awaits you at Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego, part of The Marriott Vacation Clubs City Collection. Blending historic ambiance and downtown energy, our vacation ownership property welcomes you to San Diego with vacation rentals offering vibrant suites and premium amenities in the heart of downtown. Families love our our modern accomodations and convenient location, only minutes from kid-friendly destinations like SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo. Stay near the bustling Gaslamp Quarter, scenic Balboa Park, and other famous California attractions when you reserve our downtown San Diego suites. Find a relaxing retreat in our well-appointed suites which provide separate living areas, well-equipped kitchenettes, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and flat-screen HDTVs. Fuel your getaway at SHAKE, our signature restaurant and bar, or stay fit in our modern, 24-hour fitness center.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
693 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
400 West Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
Take your travel experience to a whole new level when you stay at the newly transformed Westin San Diego Bayview. Our upscale hotel boasts a prime location in the heart of downtown San Diego near the Gaslamp Quarter and the Embarcadero. We're also 3 miles away from San Diego International Airport and just a short walk or trolley ride from top area attractions such as the San Diego Convention Center, Little Italy and the San Diego Zoo. After an eventful day of sightseeing or conducting business, settle into our stylish rooms featuring luxury bedding and bath products, ergonomic workspaces and HDTVs. Indulge in delicious on-site dining at our signature restaurant and grab a cocktail at our bar. You'll definitely want to get in a workout at our 24-hour fitness studio before taking a swim in our rooftop pool. Host an impressive business or social event in one of our flexible meeting spaces. Enjoy a relaxing, convenient California getaway when you reserve accommodations at The Westin San Diego Bayview.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
1067 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
901 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA, United States
Sophistication has arrived on the downtown waterfront, bringing together the best of the city and the bay. The InterContinental San Diego welcomes you to experience modern luxury with contemporary coastal decor and well-appointed guest rooms- all of which showcase breathtaking water views. Minutes from Petco Park, the San Diego Convention Center, and the San Diego International Airport, we'll meet your every need with warm Southern California charm.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
897 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
509 9th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
Tucked between sky-high views and storied streets, Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter is your window into one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. Just steps from Petco Park and the vibrant pulse of downtown, our East Village location blends local energy with a laid-back edge. Inside, you’ll find a stay shaped by San Diego’s story. Rich with design, thoughtful touches, and the kind of hospitality that feels personal. Wake up to breakfast and wind down over dinner at Table 509 Bar & Kitchen, or head to Borrego, our desert-inspired rooftop bar for skyline sips and sunset views. Whether you’re here for Comic-Con, a convention, or a sun-soaked city escape, our pet-friendly boutique hotel keeps you close to the culture, flavor, and everyday magic of San Diego.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1839 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
675 L Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Pet-friendly San Diego hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Petco Park An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. Omni San Diego Hotel offers 511 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
2045 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
1055 Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
In San Diego, there is nothing else like it. The Westgate Hotel offers the finest in guest accommodations. Offering some of San Diegos largest rooms and suites, The Westgate Hotel has all of todays modern amenities. Retire to luxury and relax in the fine appointments of The Westgate. Designed to rival the finest hotels of Europe enter the grand lobby and you're transported by the rich carpets and eighteenth-century tapestries, bronze sculptures and Baccarat crystal chandeliers, antique furnishings and the light strains of Chopin from a Steinway grand. Every one of our guestrooms is drenched in natural light from windows framing views of harbor yachts, a sunset sky or the shimmering city."a contemporary version of such elegant buildings as the Ritzs of Paris, Madrid and London, the Grand in Rome, the Amstel in Amsterdam and the Imperial in Vienna." Esquire magazine
7.9
Good
527 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in San Diego

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in San Diego including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Downtown?

The most affordable month to stay at hotel in Downtown is October, with an average price of $205.

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Downtown?

The cheapest day to stay in Downtown is Tuesday ($279). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $904.

How much is a hotel in Downtown tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Downtown tonight starting as low as $61, rising to an average cost of $181, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $212 for a 4-star hotel in Downtown for tonight.

How much is a Downtown hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Downtown this weekend for as little as $221/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $227/night. For a 4-star hotel in Downtown, the cheapest rate recently found was $270/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Downtown?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 53 days before your trip to Downtown. The lowest price found when booking 53 days ahead was $130 per night.

Top-rated Downtown, San Diego hotels

Browse through properties in Downtown that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 658 properties in Downtown and data was last updated on 17 July 2025.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay in Downtown. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
356 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$288
Avg. per night
900 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$352
Avg. per night
1 Market Place, San Diego, CA, United States
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$410
Avg. per night
435 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
$375
Avg. per night
311 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$296
Avg. per night
326 Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$433
Avg. per night
2137 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$305
Avg. per night
530 Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$295
Avg. per night
401 West Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$373
Avg. per night
555 West Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$285
Avg. per night
1055 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$277
Avg. per night
1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$269
Avg. per night
1047 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$301
Avg. per night
840 A Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$274
Avg. per night
453 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$319
Avg. per night
1747 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$310
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Downtown, San Diego

Discover affordable stays in Downtown that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Downtown can be found for as low as $60 per night. There is currently one property in Downtown that can be booked for this price. Rk Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Downtown. Price data was last updated on 17 July 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Downtown at the moment. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
642 W. Hawthorn Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$60
Avg. per night
615 8th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$66
Avg. per night
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$83
Avg. per night
1658 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$94
Avg. per night
1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$147
Avg. per night
1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$152
Avg. per night
719 Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$181
Avg. per night
1646 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$199
Avg. per night
2353 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$202
Avg. per night
1835 Columbia Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$202
Avg. per night
765 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$202
Avg. per night
660 G Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$234
Avg. per night
606 West Date Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$250
Avg. per night
1430 7th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$252
Avg. per night
1531 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$252
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Downtown

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Downtown to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Downtown at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 17 July 2025.
We've come across the following hotels in Downtown with different price and hotel class options. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Downtown.
4 stars +
400 West Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
901 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA, United States
1055 Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
675 L Street, San Diego, CA, United States
3 stars
1835 Columbia Street, San Diego, CA, United States
150 West Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, United States
2 stars and under
1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
2353 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
615 8th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States

Where to stay in Downtown

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Downtown to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 17 July 2025.
Utilise the map to find properties close to the Downtown area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Clicking a property's name will unlock more information and allow you to book that particular hotel.

About Downtown

Established in 1850, Downtown San Diego thrives as the city’s business, cultural and financial centre, and is also the place to go for eclectic entertainment, boutique shopping and diverse dining. Numerous hotels line the downtown area, perching perfectly near San Diego Bay, Balboa Park and the San Diego International Airport.

Tourists mix with locals in the historic Gaslamp Quarter, widely known as Downtown San Diego’s favourite gathering spot for nightlife, gastro pubs and live music. The boardwalk along the Embarcadero at San Diego Bay beckons with a lively waterfront and aquatic treasures such as the Star of India, the USS Midway Museum and the Maritime Museum of San Diego. Seaport Village bustles with more than 50 shops and eateries, as well as a hand-carved 1895 carousel, free outdoor concerts and a resident caricature artist.

Interstate 5, the main California roadway, slices through San Diego above the downtown area, with exits for reaching the primary thoroughfares of Broadway and Market Streets, Pacific Highway, Park Avenue and Harbor Drive. A generous public transportation system crisscrosses the neighbourhoods and includes the Coaster commuter train, the Amtrak rail system and the San Diego Trolley connecting east and south county communities with Downtown. Many of the districts are bike and pedestrian-friendly, particularly the Gaslamp Quarter and the boardwalk area along the bay.

San Diego’s earliest known inhabitants were the Kumeyaay people, dating as far back as 9000 years. Spanish colonisation gave rise to what are now San Diego’s most prominent listings on the National Register of Historic Places. Nestled within the Downtown area, these include the entire Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa and Spreckels Theatres, and both the Star of India and Berkeley historic ships berthed at B Street pier.

Facts about staying in Downtown, San Diego

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Downtown to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Downtown?

    One of the most popular hotels in Downtown is Wyndham San Diego Bayside, which has been reviewed by 3,792 users and currently has a rating of 7.7/10. Other top-rated locations include Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown, which have received 8.7/10 and 8.3/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near San Diego Convention Center?

    La Pensione Hotel is a hotel near San Diego Convention Center that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.1 across 1,443 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Downtown near San Diego Amtrak Station?

    For a good hotel near to San Diego Amtrak Station, consider La Pensione Hotel - it is rated 8.1/10 from 1,443 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near InterContinental San Diego?

    1,443 HotelsCombined reviews of La Pensione Hotel score it 8.1/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near InterContinental San Diego.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Downtown?

    Over the last 3 days, Downtown hotels have been found for as cheap as $60/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Downtown?

    The most popular landmark in Downtown is San Diego Convention Center located in San Diego, followed by San Diego Amtrak Station and InterContinental San Diego, located in San Diego and San Diego, respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in Downtown, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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