North Central San Diego

Travel Guide

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Surf surf and more surf
North Central San Diego
Just near the golf course is Torrey Pines which offers the best views San Diego has to offer. These are many marked trails that lead to the beach or around the huge cliffs. You will want to make sure your cameras are charged up before making your hike. So come out and explore Torrey Pines!

Where to stay in North Central San Diego

Aerial panoramic view of Black Mountain and Carmel Mountain neighborhood. San Diego County, California.

Carmel Valley

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Carmel Valley. A stop by Meadows Del Mar Golf Club or The Grand Golf Club might round out your trip.

Carmel Valley
Sunset Views from Black Mountain Looking Northwest. Monte Bello Open Space Preserve, Santa Clara County, California, USA.

Rancho Peñasquitos

Visitors highly recommend Rancho Peñasquitos for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Rancho Penasquitos Tennis Center while you're in town.

Rancho Peñasquitos
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Black Mountain Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Black Mountain Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Black Mountain Open Space Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza.

Black Mountain Ranch
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Pacific Highlands Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Pacific Highlands Ranch
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Torrey Highlands

While Torrey Highlands might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mountain Plaza and Black Mountain Open Space Park.

Torrey Highlands
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Del Mar Mesa

While Del Mar Mesa isn't home to many top sights, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 P7,447 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
P7,447
P8,486 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,052 reviews)
Clean, comfortable and courteous! Minus a star because I wanted to contact the front desk prior to our trip and no one ever answered over 2 days and several attempts. They did respond by message through the Expedia app. Also, the smallest parking spaces ever! Nightmare parking lot. The room and staff ...

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is P9,042 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P9,042
P13,460 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,415 reviews)
A very nice place, very well maintained, very friendly staff, I recommend it.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P39,488 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P39,488
P48,525 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,302 reviews)
One of the best hotels I’ve stayed but the view could’ve done better

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel 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.
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 WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (684 reviews)
Shame the housekeepers didn’t provide proper bathroom tissues, warm water showers until my 5th morning at 4:00 am. Street weepers at 3:30 every morning. Otherwise convenient

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St San Diego CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Very comfortable and clean stay

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,647 reviews)
On site staff was excellent, mix up with the room but once that was resolved had a great time.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
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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