Hotels in Hillcrest, San Diego

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Hillcrest - San Diego, CA, United States
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Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Hillcrest:$202/night
Cheapest price found:$92/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$134 - $315
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$155 - $312
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Other accommodations in Hillcrest

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Hillcrest. There are 121 hotels in Hillcrest and price data was last updated on March 19, 2024. The average price for a stay in Hillcrest is $202/night.
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3751 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$79
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Hillcrest

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About Hillcrest

Renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, Hillcrest is a lively neighbourhood and the centre of San Diego’s LGBTQ+ scene. It’s home to buzzing cafes, ethnically diverse restaurants and bars, as well as an eclectic mix of boutique shops and independent cinemas.

Wander down the main thoroughfare, University Avenue, which is clustered with global eateries, wine bars and homewares stores, then visit the world’s first openly gay brewery at the Hillcrest Brewing Company. Browse the vintage clothing boutiques and second-hand bookstores on Fifth Avenue or shop for fresh produce and flowers at the weekly Hillcrest Farmers Market.

Coincide your visit with the annual Pride parade that begins beneath the towering rainbow flag in the east of Hillcrest and ends with a two-day festival in nearby Balboa Park. The neighbourhood is also home to Harvey Milk Street, which is named after the influential gay rights activist and where the San Diego LGBTQ+ Community Center resides.

Getting there

Hillcrest is a 10-minute walk from the centre of San Diego and is well serviced by public buses. The neighbourhood can easily be explored on foot and is around 10 minutes’ drive from San Diego International Airport.

Facts about staying in Hillcrest, San Diego

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  • What are the best hotels in Hillcrest?

    One of the most popular hotels in Hillcrest is Abpopa Hillcrest, which has been reviewed by 137 users and currently has a rating of 7.5/10. Other top-rated locations include Hillcrest House Bed & Breakfast and The San Diego Studio - Free Parking, which have received 8.7/10 and 9.3/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Gaslamp Quarter?

    Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is a good hotel close to Gaslamp Quarter - it has scored 8.6 over 3,308 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Hillcrest near San Diego Convention Center?

    Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is rated 8.6 from 3,308 reviews and is close to San Diego Convention Center.

  • Is there a good hotel near Mission Beach?

    If you’re visiting Mission Beach then the nearby Paradise Point Resort & Spa is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (1,339 reviews scoring it at an average 8.1/10).

  • How much do hotels in Hillcrest cost?

    $160/night is the average price of a hotel in Hillcrest, based on HotelsCombined searches over the last 3 days.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Hillcrest?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Hillcrest hotels have prices starting from as low as $148/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

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