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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 restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
Mission Valley
United States
Mari
￥13,354
￥15,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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
￥17,553
￥20,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Handlery Hotel
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
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.
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
￥13,954
￥16,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A wheelchair-accessible shower with a grab bar, a white sink, and a wooden floor.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.

4. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
Mission Valley
United States
Esther
￥14,443
￥16,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.
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.
A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.

5. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
Mission Valley
United States
Chris
￥18,626
￥21,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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 hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill,' equipped with a computer and bar stools.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
SAAD
￥24,017
￥27,607 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.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fountain with dolphin sculptures, and a modern building in the background.
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.

7. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego

Four Points by Sheraton San Diego
Kearny Mesa
United States
David
￥21,318
￥24,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking area with palm trees.

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

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
Mission Valley
United States
Preecha
￥19,999
￥22,987 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 multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance area with seating, and a parking lot.
A kitchen counter with two stainless steel food warmers, a sign for 'CRACKED' with a magnifying glass, and a 'Today's Menu' board.
A modern reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a bird painting.

9. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Loan
￥16,770
￥19,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A patio with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A buffet with various food options, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.

10. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
Old Town San Diego
Canada
Glenna
￥22,590
￥25,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.
A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.
An outdoor patio area with a central fountain, string lights, and potted plants.
A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.

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
Nayibe
￥20,706
￥23,800 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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Timothy
￥21,875
￥25,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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 swimming pool with a central staircase, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a building in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.
A laundry facility with multiple washing machines, a clock, and a wooden bench.

13. Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley
United States
Clarissa
￥25,424
￥29,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
Scripps Ranch
United States
Kitty
￥19,992
￥22,980 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 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.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and a well-lit pathway.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley
Sorrento Valley
United States
Abigail
￥24,009
￥27,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 bar area with multiple wine bottles, a menu board, and bar stools.
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a decorative ceiling, and a view of the outside.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a tiled facade.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
Old Town San Diego
United States
Paola
￥25,758
￥29,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.
A modern hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and palm trees.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
Kearny Mesa
United States
KELLEY
￥19,060
￥21,909 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
￥21,886
￥25,157 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 modern hotel lobby with a long seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a bar area with multiple tables and chairs.
A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.

19. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Victoria
￥22,739
￥26,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and a fireplace.
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign.
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
￥25,768
￥29,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
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￥36,795
￥47,741 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
Town and Country San Diego
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￥42,304
￥48,626 total
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includes taxes & fees
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

7450 Hazard Center Dr San Diego CA
￥23,165
￥26,627 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,850 reviews)
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Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Great price, for a last minute stay. Definitely coming back to this location every time I travel to San Diego."
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Best Western Seven Seas
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent
"I got a bottle of Diet Coke from the vending machine, it didn’t show the price. It turned out to be $10 on my credit card transaction."
Jennifer 7-night trip
Posted 6 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
"We only stayed 1 night, the room was big and clean . Perfect for us"
Carmen 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

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