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A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.

1. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,058 reviews)
"Love staying at this hotel. Great staff, very nice rooms, convenient location."
United States
Sylwia A
The price is P9,333
P10,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

2. Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel
2.5 star property
Point Loma
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,069 reviews)
"Nice room, convenient to the airport without the noise, extremely helpful staff."
United States
James
The price is P7,131
P8,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great and clean facilities"
United States
Amber Joy
The price is P5,348
P5,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North Near Legoland
A reception desk with a large logo, a Dell computer, and a pool view.

4. Comfort Inn San Diego Miramar

Comfort Inn San Diego Miramar
2.5 star property
Miramar
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,150 reviews)
"Great stay and food"
United States
Sunny Angel
The price is P5,629
P6,347 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Comfort Inn San Diego Miramar
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay, the room was clean and quiet."
United States
cynthia
The price is P8,668
P9,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
A two-story building with a brown tiled roof, a stone chimney, and a flag.

6. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3.5 star property
Del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,197 reviews)
"Very pretty hotel, we stayed on 3rd floor with ocean view and greatly enjoyed our room. Excellent location with many restaurants near by. Super clean and comfy rooms and bed."
United States
Debbie
The price is P7,922
P8,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

7. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
2.5 star property
Old Town San Diego
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,072 reviews)
"The room was very clean, the staff was very friendly, and around the property was nice as well."
United States
Christian
The price is P7,184
P8,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

8. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
Mid-City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,430 reviews)
"Great little inn . Very clean and the staff was friendly . Will be staying here again !"
United States
Donna
The price is P7,499
P8,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

9. Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,789 reviews)
"Love this hotel, will be back endlessly love it here!"
United States
Armando
The price is P5,325
P6,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Kings Inn San Diego
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

10. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,216 reviews)
"Friendly staff, awesome comfortable rooms,sweet shower,& delicious latte @ the fun café. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Marisa
The price is P7,444
P8,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Rambler Hotel
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Top San Diego County Hotel Reviews

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were fresh, clean... Breakfast was amazing Staff were very kind. Got to my motel early, amd they said your room is ready, didnt have to wait til 4pm to check in. Thats was awesome! Great location! This will be where I stay when I come to SanDiego again. Highly recommend, very affordable also"
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The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld