What is University City like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in San Diego's University City neighborhood. Are you looking for University City travel tips? Be sure to check out Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University City?

Based on our traveler data, San Diego Marriott La Jolla is one of the top choices for your stay in University City. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from University of California, San Diego, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the University City area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 72 University City hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University City, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in University City.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighborhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in University City are Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple. Epstein Family Amphitheater and The Ché Café Collective are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.

How can I get around University City and the greater San Diego area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Executive Drive Station, University Town Center Station, or Voigt Drive Station.

University City Hotels, San Diego

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Our top choices for University City hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City

Tamisha

P13,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

University City

Susan

P12,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

3. Hyatt Regency La Jolla

University City

Rachel

P17,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

3.5 km from University City

Paul

P10,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

5. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

3.6 km from University City

VERONICA

P10,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

3.3 km from University City

Johnathan

P9,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

7. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

Carmel Valley, 7.3 km from University City

Nora

P7,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

8. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

15.9 km from University City

Brenda

P11,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

9. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach, 7.7 km from University City

Alma

P7,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

10. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

9.2 km from University City

Douangmala

P8,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

11. Empress Hotel of La Jolla

6.5 km from University City

thomas

P16,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

12. Pleasant Inn

5.7 km from University City

Vance Lee

P6,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

13. California Suites Hotel

5.7 km from University City

Richard

P5,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

14. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

9.8 km from University City

Daniel

P8,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

15. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

6.5 km from University City

Marla

P14,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

16. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

14.4 km from University City

Tirthankar

P9,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

17. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

13 km from University City

Magdalena

P10,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

13 km from University City

Julie

P9,209 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

13 km from University City

Juan

P10,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

18.1 km from University City

Paul

P9,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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Where to stay in University City

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Downtown San Diego

Petco Park and Port of San Diego are a few top attractions in Downtown San Diego. Hop around the city on the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and beautiful waterfront views.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Gaslamp Quarter

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

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Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

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Top University City Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed here a month ago, & was so impressed with this place, I took my wife there for an overnight stay, she was impressed with the room, the bed, the bathroom and all the amenities. The food and drinks in the Reefs Lounge were very good & the staff was great and very accommodating, especially Julia. Great breakfast in the Postcards restaurant and great waiters! Nice, big pool with shallow 3' to deep at 10'. Hot tub too! Corporate people would love the large conference room! I would highly recommend this place to stay! 5 🌟"

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Phenomenal hotel right on shelter island. We had views of both sides of the marina from our balcony that were absolutely breathtaking. Family friendly safe area nestled in shelter island right outside of point loma, another great area. Highly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in the San Diego area!"

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Our top choices for University City hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

2. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

3. Hyatt Regency La Jolla

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

5. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

7. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

8. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

9. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

10. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

11. Empress Hotel of La Jolla

12. Pleasant Inn

13. California Suites Hotel

14. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

15. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

16. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

17. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

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

Where to stay in University City

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Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top University City Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

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