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A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a view of palm trees and a building with a 'BLW' sign.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
A restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Mari
￥13,358
￥15,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Best Western Seven Seas
A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.
A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

2. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
Mission Valley
United States
Shane Allen
￥16,306
￥18,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A hotel room with a large window with blinds, a round mirror, two teal chairs, a small round table, and a television on a wooden cabinet.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Joshua
￥13,958
￥16,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
Tevaun
￥14,519
￥16,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.
A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Chris
￥18,644
￥21,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and large windows with a view of outdoor umbrellas.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill,' equipped with a computer and bar stools.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
￥24,024
￥27,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and a fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, modern seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A modern building with a reflective glass facade, surrounded by palm trees and a pool with dolphin sculptures.
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker pendant lights.

7. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
David
￥21,317
￥24,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a dining section.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a landscape.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A snack bar with shelves of snacks and a refrigerated drink display, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a green wall with the word "CRATE".

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Preecha
￥20,011
￥23,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.
A modern reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a bird painting.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance area with seating, and a parking lot.

9. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Loan
￥16,769
￥19,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A round window with a view of a cityscape, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.
A buffet with various food options, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.

10. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
shon
￥22,597
￥25,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.
An outdoor patio area with a central fountain, string lights, and potted plants.
A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling and multiple hanging spherical light fixtures.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Old Town San Diego
United States
Kristen
￥20,600
￥23,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.
A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Marjorie
￥21,896
￥25,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A laundry facility with multiple washing machines, a clock, and a wooden bench.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a built-in bench with white cushions.

13. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley
United States
Clarissa
￥25,422
￥29,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large window.
A modern interior with a central seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a dining area with a long table.
A hotel entrance with a clear sky, palm trees, and a sign reading "Homewood Suites."

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
Scripps Ranch
United States
Kitty
￥19,998
￥22,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
A patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.
A digital display in a hotel lobby with a view of a beach and ocean.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, wooden stools, and a unique hanging light fixture.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee bar, and a TV.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Sorrento Valley
United States
Abigail
￥24,032
￥27,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, palm trees, and a white building with multiple windows and balconies.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a tiled facade.
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a decorative ceiling, and a view of the outside.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a fireplace, and decorative wall art.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Paola
￥11,211
￥12,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.
A modern living room with a fireplace, grey sofas, and a bookshelf.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
Kearny Mesa
United States
KELLEY
￥18,802
￥21,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a courtyard.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
Kearny Mesa
United States
Johanna
￥20,682
￥23,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a TV screen, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.
A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

19. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Victoria
￥22,738
￥26,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and a fireplace.
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a sign for 'Homewood Suites.'

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

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
Mission Valley
United States
Edith
￥26,430
￥30,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
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￥29,843
￥39,752 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
includes taxes & fees
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￥43,107
￥49,550 total
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￥22,682
￥26,072 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
includes taxes & fees
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good
"Room was clean except for seen a few roaches in the night when I got up to use the restroom and ants on the outside furniture near the pool. Staff was friendly and very helpful with information. Love the 24 hour coffee and room with vending machine machines."
Antonina 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

10/10 Excellent
"Was good for a quick one night stay"
Tevaun 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

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