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Popular 4-star hotels in San Diego

These hotels are some of our user’s favorites in San Diego based on booking data. Prices were last updated on April 29, 2025.
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1 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
Daily Mandatory Destination Charge includes: Premium internet; daily $15 food & beverage credit for use in hotel restaurants & bars; 1-hour bicycle/kayak rental; bike locker rental; transportation to Coronado Island; PressReader; 1 water bottle per guest (up to 4) refillable at stations in hotel. Featuring newly renovated guest rooms that are authentically San Diego in their design, our hotel is conveniently located adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center. We are also situated across from the Padres’ Petco Park and the bustling Downtown Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy stunning bay and city views, relaxing leisure facilities, extensive meeting space, and unique dining venues. Expansive windows overlooking San Diego Bay and downtown’s skyline make our rooms an inviting base during your stay. Amenities include WiFi, comfortable Hilton Serenity beds and HDTVs. Upgrade to a spacious suite for a separate living area and enhanced amenities. Many of San Diego’s most exciting attractions are within walking distance of the hotel, including the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, home to fabulous shopping, dining and nightlife. Taking the kids? San Diego offers a wealth of family-friendly attractions, including Legoland®, San Diego Zoo and the Birch Aquarium. Daily Mandatory Urban Destination Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: Premium guest internet access: daily $35 food & beverage credit valid for use in Vela, Odysea, & Pool Club hotel restaurants, and in-room dining: 1-hour bicycle, kayak, or paddle-board rental.
7.7
Good
2943 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
1 Market Place, San Diego, CA, United States
Bayside San Diego hotel in Downtown San Diego with 6 restaurants 6 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and 3 bars/lounges are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego offers 1628 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local, long-distance, and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves, refrigerators, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
3358 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Let your mind travel at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina and inspiration will follow. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, you will be charmed by our upscale hotel lodging and tranquil bayfront setting. Our waterfront San Diego hotel overlooks our private marina on West Harbor Drive near the San Diego Convention Center, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Petco Park. Every hotel room and suite has impressive views of the city or San Diego waterfront. Enjoy relaxed reading chairs, flat-screen TVs, desks, and WiFi many rooms have private balconies. Indulge in the exclusive setting of the M Club, offering continental breakfast and evening hors d' oeuvres. Pamper yourself at our hotel's day spa, work out in our 24-hour gym, or take a dip in our outdoor pools. Indulge with creative American, Mexican, and Asian-fusion fare at our award-winning restaurants. Event planners love our picture-perfect indoor and outdoor venues, combining nearly 271,000 square feet of function space with bespoke event services.
8.6
Excellent
1379 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
601 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
Daily Mandatory Destination Charge includes Premium guest internet access 25 food and beverage credit for use in hotel restaurant 1-hour paddleboard or kayak rental.The Embassy Suites San Diego Bay Downtown hotel is located across the street from Seaport Village and is walking distance from the San Diego Convention Center. Amidst cascading waterfalls, tropical plants, and streaming koi ponds, guests can enjoy an array of services and amenities including high-speed internet access, complimentary full cooked-to-order breakfast, and a nightly complementary manager's reception. Guests who choose to stay at this ideal San Diego California vacation hotel can experience some of the best San Diego tourist attractions, local attractions, and hotspots. This full-service upscale all-suite hotel is just minutes from the San Diego International Airport - Lindbergh Field (SAN) and many other exceptional landmarks: Coronado Island, Balboa Park Museums, Old Town San Diego, Qualcomm Stadium - home of the San Diego Chargers, The San Diego Sports Arena, U.S.S. Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum, Petco Park - home of the San Diego Padres, Historic Gaslamp Quarter - restaurants and entertainment, A San Diego Trolley Station, San Diego Chargers. Guests of the Embassy Suites San Diego Bay - Downtown hotel stay in 337 luxurious and stylish yet spacious two-room suites spread among 12 exquisite floors to suit all our guests' accommodation choices. This premier San Diego hotel is set among the beautiful bay where guests can marvel at the view while enjoying fresh and scrumptious seafood at one of the amazing San Diego restaurants in the area. With transportation to the cruise ship terminal, guests are also located near SeaWorld San Diego, The San Diego Wild Animal Park, Renowned San Diego Zoo, Horton Plaza Shopping Mall, The campus of San Diego State University SDSU.For guests who are seeking a San Diego CA hotel that is warm and comfortable for that ideal family vacation, the Embassy Suites San Diego Bay - Downtown hotel is the perfect location. With over 3,500 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space, guests can enjoy their intimate wedding reception, conduct meetings, or plan a special event.The Embassy Suites San Diego Bay Downtown hotel offers our guests an abundant array of vacation packages and hotel specials from which to choose. This perfect San Diego destination hotel offers an easy and secure online tool to book your next getaway with us at the best available rate.
Pool
8.3
Excellent
1239 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
3777 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Eco-certified San Diego hotel in University City with a fitness center This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and outdoor tennis courts are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available. Hyatt Regency La Jolla offers 416 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered weekly and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Recreational amenities at the hotel include outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1643 reviews
Location
11.5 mi from city centre
1132 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Set across a pink, 1926 Spanish-style building and its adjacent annexes, this old-world, oceanfront hotel is a 4-minute walk from La Jolla Cove Beach. The classic rooms have plush beds with Italian linens, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers and minibars. Upgraded rooms add balconies; some with ocean views. Suites add living areas with pull-out sofas. Annex villa rooms and suites feature private patios/balconies, fireplaces, wet bars and whirlpool tubs. Amenities include a bistro with a terrace and original 1940s hand-painted murals, a tapas bar with live music, an ocean-view pool and hot tub, and a fitness center.
8.2
Excellent
554 reviews
Location
11.4 mi from city centre
675 L Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Pet-friendly San Diego hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Petco Park An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. Omni San Diego Hotel offers 511 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
2023 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
707 Pacific Beach Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Sun and fun on the beach, near Mission Beach This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a spa tub, self parking, and concierge services. Housekeeping is available once per stay. The Wayfarer San Diego offers 126 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
1625 reviews
Location
7.7 mi from city centre
1441 Quivira Road, San Diego, CA, United States
Bayside hotel with 2 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a marina and 3 outdoor pools. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a full-service spa, a health club, and a bar/lounge. Housekeeping is available on request. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina offers 438 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. A marina and a health club are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
2559 reviews
Location
6.0 mi from city centre
207 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Petco Park Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a nightclub. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego offers 420 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves, refrigerators, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.4
Excellent
1837 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in San Diego

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hotel in San Diego.

How much do hotels in San Diego cost?

The average price of a hotel in San Diego has been around $330/night over the last 3 days. You can expect year-round prices for a 5-star hotel in San Diego to be around $664/night, a 4-star hotel at $416/night, and a 3-star at $225/night on average.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Diego?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Diego is April ($254). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Diego is July ($483).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Diego?

The cheapest day to stay in San Diego is Friday ($282). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $394.

How much is a hotel in San Diego tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in San Diego tonight starting as low as $73, rising to an average cost of $299, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $121 for a 4-star hotel in San Diego for tonight.

How much is a San Diego hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in San Diego this weekend for as little as $92/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $92/night. For a 4-star hotel in San Diego, the cheapest rate recently found was $148/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Diego?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 80 days before your trip to San Diego. The lowest price found when booking 80 days ahead was $118 per night.

Top-rated 4-star San Diego hotels

View deals on 4-star hotels in San Diego that have the highest user reviews. Review data was last updated on April 29, 2025.
These are some of the highest-rated 4-star hotels in San Diego based on user reviews.
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17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
22.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$288
Avg. per night
509 9th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$228
Avg. per night
500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA, United States
3.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$227
Avg. per night

Cheapest 4-star hotels in San Diego

Discover affordable 4-star hotels in San Diego that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. 4-star hotels in San Diego can be found for as low as $130 per night. Price data was last updated on April 29, 2025
These are the lowest-priced 4-star hotels our users have recently found in San Diego. Prices may vary based on dates selected and hotel location.
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1646 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$130
Avg. per night
432 F Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$130
Avg. per night
901 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CA, United States
3.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$141
Avg. per night
1515 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
3.2 mi from city centre
$143
Avg. per night
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA, United States
15.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$161
Avg. per night
875 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
3.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$173
Avg. per night
8757 Rio San Diego Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
4.3 mi from city centre
$175
Avg. per night
500 West Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$177
Avg. per night
11966 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA, United States
16.0 mi from city centre
$195
Avg. per night
1410 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA, United States
4.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$198
Avg. per night
4240 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
11.4 mi from city centre
$200
Avg. per night
660 K Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
$203
Avg. per night
1404 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA, United States
6.3 mi from city centre
$211
Avg. per night
1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
2.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$213
Avg. per night
1047 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$213
Avg. per night
1055 Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
$224
Avg. per night

Other star-rated hotels in San Diego

Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” have the most attractive prices based on their popularity. Price data was last updated on April 29, 2025.
Not set on a 4-star hotel? We’ve got plenty of other options for you to choose from. These are the most popular and best value properties in San Diego based on hotel class.
5 stars
550 J Street, San Diego, CA, United States
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA, United States
11480 North Torrey Pines Road, San Diego, CA, United States
3 stars
1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
998 West Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, United States
2 stars and under
1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
5005 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
2575 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
1333 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States

Other accommodations in San Diego

Find deals on places to stay in San Diego that are not hotels. These are just a few of the most popular hostels and vacation rentals in the area. Pricing information was last updated on April 29, 2025.
Looking for something less traditional for your stay? Find the perfect hostel or vacation rental for your trip in San Diego.
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Paso Robles, CA, United States
5.9 mi from city centre
$248
Avg. per night
749 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night
4641 12th Avenue, Sacramento, CA, United States
3.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air Conditioning
$76
Avg. per night
542 3rd Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$81
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
2.7 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$70
Avg. per night
11480 North Torrey Pines Road, San Diego, CA, United States
14.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$459
Avg. per night
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA, United States
15.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$584
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San Diego

Explore different areas within San Diego to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on April 29, 2025.
The map below shows all 4-star hotels in San Diego. Zoom in to find popular attractions and click on a nearby hotel for more information about the property.

Facts about 4-star hotels in San Diego

Find useful tips and insights about 4-star hotels in San Diego to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on April 29, 2025.
  • How much does a 4-star hotel in San Diego cost?

    In San Diego, a 4-star hotel typically costs around $416 on average, with prices starting from $135.

  • What is the cheapest 4-star hotel in San Diego?

    For budget-conscious travelers in San Diego, The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego offers the lowest rates among 4-star hotels, starting at just $130 nightly.

  • What is the best 4-star hotel in San Diego?

    In San Diego, the best 4-star hotel is Tower 23 Hotel, renowned for its 9.3 user rating and an average price of $491 per night.

  • What month is cheapest to stay in a 4-star hotel in San Diego?

    The most affordable month to stay in a 4-star hotel in San Diego is April, with an average price of $197.

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