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The 7 Best Hotels In San Diego

The 7 Best Hotels In San Diego

James Wan | | 6 minutes Read
North America Hotels

San Diego is an underrated coastal city that offers some of the most amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. While it may not be a big city, it is often looked to by people for a more quieter and relaxing getaway. Many of these hotels are gorgeous waterfront and beach hotels in San Diego.

Here are seven of the best hotels in San Diego to consider for your next coastal vacation.

Best hotels in San Diego

1. Fairmont Grand del Mar

The Fairmont Grand del Mar is just outside of downtown San Diego but offers guests one of the most exclusive getaways. The rooms are incredibly spacious, airy, modern, and relaxing. The hotel staff here go above and beyond what’s expected of regular customer service.

Stay at this five-star property to get away from city life for a few days and to relax all for the tidy price of about $500 USD per night.

2. Hotel del Coronado

Hotel del Coronado is a Victorian-style beachfront luxury hotel that has a very elegant aesthetic and design. A handful of previous American presidents and celebrities have stayed at this 120 year old property because of its unbeatable views out into the Pacific Ocean and relaxing vibes.

A one night stay at the Hotel del Coronado will cost you about $500 USD per night.

3. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

The Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina offers guests prime waterfront location with amazing views of the marina. The hotel itself consists of two curved towers, the rooms are sleek and comfortable, and the amenities are aplenty. If you’re looking to explore downtown San Diego, the Marriott Marquis would be a great hotel to stay at.

One night at the Marriott Marquis in San Diego will cost about $500 USD per night.

4. Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a fun and tropical-theme hotel that is very accommodating for young families. With its tiki-influence aesthetic and the sprawling number of palm trees by the hotel pool, it might feel like you’re in Hawaii. And with gorgeous harbour views outside of your room, that just adds to that vibe.

Bring your young family here and stay here for about $200 USD per night.

5. Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego is one of the newest hotels in San Diego but has already made a great first impression. Located in the heartbeat of San Diego, the Gaslamp Quarter, this hotel sports modern and chic rooms, premium bedding, and a rooftop pool.

The Gaslamp Quarter is the happening area of San Diego and a one night stay in the middle of the action at Pendry will cost you about $300 USD per night.

6. The US Grant San Diego

The US Grant San Diego is a luxury hotel that was opened by the son of former American president, Ulysses S. Grant, over 100 years ago. Sporting a magnificent exterior that screams of grand elegance, this palatial hotel has advanced with the times and drastically modernised its rooms.

To stay at this centrally-located hotel, it will cost about $500 USD per night.

7. Omni San Diego Hotel

Omni San Diego Hotel is also centrally-located, directly in between the Gaslamp Quarter and the Marina. This hotel offers a prime location for tourists and is one of the few pet-friendly hotels among the different luxury hotels in San Diego. The hotel also just happens to be connect to Petco Park Stadium, which is home to San Diego’s baseball team.

To stay at this pet-friendly and prime-location hotel, expect to pay about $200 USD per night.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, James has always had an inquisitive nature and traveling is now his biggest passion. His biggest thrills are visiting places he's never been to and exploring different cultures. James counts Athens, Tokyo, and Rome as the top three places he's visited.

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