What's it like in Shelltown?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San Diego's Shelltown neighborhood has to offer.

What's a favorite place to stay in Shelltown?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base is the highest ranked property in Shelltown. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Shelltown.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Shelltown?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Shelltown, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do around this San Diego neighborhood?

Nu-Way Christian Ministries, Kimball Park, and Tubman-Chavez Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Shelltown. Malcolm X Library and Performing Arts Center and K1 Speed are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.

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Our top choices for Shelltown hotels

Quality Inn San Diego I-5 Naval Base

Shelltown

Gilbert

￥16,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

6.6 km from Shelltown

Topeka

￥21,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

7 km from Shelltown

David

￥33,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 15 - Feb 16

The Sofia Hotel

6.2 km from Shelltown

Alexander

￥22,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

Mission Bay, 15.2 km from Shelltown

francisco

￥37,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

6.1 km from Shelltown

Louella

￥24,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

5 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Mission Bay, 15.8 km from Shelltown

Morgan

￥34,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Carmel Valley, 30.2 km from Shelltown

Felipe Ramirez

￥23,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

11.6 km from Shelltown

Joseph

￥25,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, sun loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

Mission Bay, 15.1 km from Shelltown

Ethan

￥33,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

6.5 km from Shelltown

Kathy

￥36,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

12.6 km from Shelltown

Anya

￥15,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 10 - Feb 11

Kings Inn San Diego

10.2 km from Shelltown

Linzee

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

6.2 km from Shelltown

Mohammad

￥52,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 14 - Feb 15

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

11.4 km from Shelltown

sadra

￥22,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 24 - Feb 25

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 5.5 km from Shelltown

Simran

￥23,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach, 16.5 km from Shelltown

Curtis

￥16,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 5.4 km from Shelltown

CINDY

￥43,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 28 - Mar 1

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Bahia Resort Hotel

Central Mission Beach, 16.1 km from Shelltown

Richard

￥36,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

North Pacific Beach, 16.9 km from Shelltown

Hala

￥19,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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Where to stay in Shelltown

Find the best Shelltown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Seaport Village featuring a church or cathedral

Downtown San Diego

Cultural and financial hub, Downtown San Diego boasts the Symphony, Opera, theaters, museums, and historic sites like Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy diverse shops, dining, nightlife, and convenient public transport options.

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Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

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Pacific Beach

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

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Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego's historic district boasts Victorian-era buildings, now housing vibrant restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Stroll from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and 4th to 6th Avenue, admiring the newly installed gaslamps at Market Street.

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Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Dog Beach and Ocean Beach Farmers Market, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of San Diego.

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Top Shelltown Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent

"Room did have a dirty carpet stain from previous people. Other than that service was great, great environment. Definitely will return in future. Beautiful aesthetic!!! "