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Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel offers 3-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides an ATM, and luggage storage for guests. I loved this hostel, it's clean, well structured and equipped. I have been there for two nights (extending one) the beds are comfortable, it's very clean, there is a sink in the bedroom which is handy to brush your teeth or wash your face without going out of the room. The bedroom had a fan to make sure it was not too hot. All the beds had a privacy screen, with a light and some plugs for charging electronics. They offer surf board rentals for really cheap and you can take free towels for the beach, or freesbee or balls to play. The common area is half covered and half outside with a corner for smokers. In the morning they offer breakfast, pancakes/waffles, some fresh fruit, oatmeal, coffee or tea. The area is super nice and they have many shops and restaurants on the same street, and the ocean is 3 minutes walking distance.

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9
Superb
1,813 reviews
Price from
US$33.30
per night

Located 10 miles away from the San Ysidro Border, this Chula Vista hotel features a year round outdoor pool and hot tub and serves a daily breakfast buffet. All of the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available. The property is very comfortable and clean. This is truly 3-stars hotel, excellent for short term stay. Breakfast is simple, but good enough. Stuff is very friendly. The room was big and new. Special thanks for providing us a crib so both our little one and we had a good rest.

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9.1
Superb
1,063 reviews
Price from
US$139
per night

Set in San Diego, less than 1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Granger Hotel San Diego Downtown, A Part of Marriott Bonvoy offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The property is 1.3 km from USS Midway Museum, and within 400 metres of the city centre. The hôtel is beautiful, the room is awesome and the staff very king. We enjoyed a delicious welcome cocktail at the bar and had a very good breakfast. The hotel is also very well located near to Seaport Village and Little Italy in Gaslamp Quarter. I 100% recommend to stay in this hotel.

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9
Superb
504 reviews
Price from
US$179
per night

Set within 1.9 km of Maritime Museum of San Diego and 2.4 km of San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, City24 Condo Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills offers rooms in San Diego. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. Super clean, modern, love all the in-room facilities esp the kitchen - complete with everything you need. The ambience of the whole hotel transports you to somewhere like a resort in Southeast Asia, gave me the Bali, Thailand or Malaysia vibes and its amazing they manage to do that with the hotel not even being beachside

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9.2
Superb
327 reviews
Price from
US$157.14
per night

Offering quiet street views, Nimitz Crossing Luxury Residences is set in the Point Loma district of San Diego, 2.5 km from Ocean Beach and 4.3 km from Sunset Cliffs. The property is around 4.4 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, 5.1 km from SeaWorld San Diego and 6.3 km from University Of San Diego. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. I liked the organization, the owner's support, the cleanliness and silence. My little daughter loved it. I will definitely stay here again if necessary. I recommend it.

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9
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
US$161.10
per night

Situated within 18 km of Las Americas Premium Outlets and 25 km of San Diego State University, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake features rooms in Chula Vista. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The property has a year-round outdoor pool, fitness centre, hot tub and bar. Everything great ! I highly recommend it . The rooms are very good , the breakfast , the decoration , hospitality. I for sure will come back

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9.3
Superb
284 reviews
Price from
US$154
per night

Located within 24 km of Torrey Pines State Reserve and 33 km of San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Coastal Hideaway provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Carlsbad. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and private check-in and check-out for guests. For couple, or even if you look for some quite time, it’s the perfect place to stay The garden is AMAZING, we didn’t want to get out of the house The host is super nice lady that took care of us like a family It was super clean and stylish, and the kitchen outside was perfect We had the nicest time in there

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9.5
Exceptional
153 reviews
Price from
US$112.50
per night

Set in Oceanside, less than 1 km from Oceanside City Beach, The Green Room Hotel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is situated 34 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve, 41 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park and 44 km from La Jolla Cove. The hotel has a hot tub, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. Honestly, pretty much everything was great. The room was clean and very comfortable. Peaceful setting and surroundings. The whole experience was relaxing and extremely worth it. Thank you for the amazing time.

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9
Superb
296 reviews
Price from
US$167.70
per night

Facing the beachfront, The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt offers 4-star accommodation in Oceanside and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. Private parking is available on site. I like hotel design, attention to details and friendly staff. I highly recommend this hotel to families and couples.

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9.1
Superb
237 reviews
Price from
US$250
per night

Mission Pacific Beach Resort, part of JdV by Hyatt is set in Oceanside, 8 km from MiraCosta College and 200 metres from California Surf Museum. The property is around 3.9 km from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and 13 km from Antique Gas Steam Engine Museum. Modern clean accomodation and facilities. Friendly, helpful staff and a brilliant rooftop bar.

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9.3
Superb
212 reviews
Price from
US$246
per night

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