North Central San Diego, CA

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Where to stay in North Central San Diego

Great Hotel with beautiful grounds, multiple pools, tennis courts, golf course

Carmel Valley

4.5/5(406 area reviews)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Carmel Valley. Make a stop by top sights like Meadows Del Mar Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Carmel Valley
This is a 7 mile loop trail that has a waterfall and great for walking or hiking for everyone regardless of skill level. Beautiful scenery

Rancho Peñasquitos

4/5(214 area reviews)

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
The most amazing avocado toast you’ll ever have! Not to mention their avocado smoothie is to die for. #LikeALocal

Pacific Highlands Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Meadows Del Mar Golf Club and Del Mar Horse Park.

Pacific Highlands Ranch
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Del Mar Mesa

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

Del Mar Mesa
If you’re looking for a beautiful plant nursery, this is your place. It’s massive and has hundreds of fruits, vegetables, house & outside plants to choose from. #LikeALocal

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 Del Mar Horse Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza.

Torrey Highlands
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 ¥14,958 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥14,958
¥17,044 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,437 reviews)
"Front desk staff was far beyond amazing. Excellent customer service. Bar tender very attentive!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,982 reviews)
"$24 to park in their own parking lot is an insane ask. They don’t even maintain the lot. I’ve been staying here for years and it has only gotten worse and the price of parking doubled"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Handlery Hotel
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is ¥19,618 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
¥19,618
¥22,550 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,829 reviews)
"Location was perfect. Pool was nice. Customer Service was great."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
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.
9 Mi to Beach: Pet-Friendly Apt in San Diego!

9 Mi to Beach: Pet-Friendly Apt in San Diego!

San Diego
Stay at this apartment in San Diego. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Del Mar Racetrack and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
WAY better then a hotel! Great place
"We absolutely loved our stay! The space was comfy and cozy—far better than any hotel. It truly felt like we had our own place, and we hardly noticed the owners, though they were very attentive and provided excellent amenities. Vons Grocery is just a 5-minute drive away, which was convenient for picking ..."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

9 Mi to Beach: Pet-Friendly Apt in San Diego!
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1736 State St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum ...
7.8/10 Good! (49 reviews)
"Nothing fancy and very small but clean and easy. Location can’t be beat"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,470 reviews)
great family vacation spot near the beach and more
"Great Location 1 block from the beach. Patio/courtyard is nice to hang out. pool is a bit small for the size of the resort. lots of kids so you need to be prepared for what comes with that. nice restaurants nearby and great to have free parking at a resort for once. 7 out of 10. Nice amenities for ..."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

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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