Downtown San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

A grand building with a central fountain, palm trees, and a flag.
A harbor with a large sailing ship docked, smaller boats, and a distant cityscape.
A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a water fountain area, and people enjoying the park.
A waterfront with a pier, palm trees, and a large building with a red roof.
A bronze statue of four figures with a sign that reads "THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES BOB".

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A modern cityscape with a distinctive curved building, palm trees, and high-rise buildings under a clear blue sky.

San Diego Convention Center

8.6/10 (5,547 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
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Things to do

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

£53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina

£8
per adult
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

£36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
San Diego Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour

£23
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Best of the Bay Harbor Tour
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise

£32
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Mission Bay Sunset Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

£93
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
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Top hotels in Downtown San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is £160 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£160
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,376 reviews)
"The view from the rooms and the staff were amazing. The staff accommodated every request and were super friendly. The actual rooms left much to be desired. The mirror in the bathroom was peeling, there was a terrible odor from the sink, water damage on the ceilings, the balconies had not been cleaned, ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is £194 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£194
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

4 out of 5
333 W Harbor Dr San Diego CA
The price is £285 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
£285
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 5 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,252 reviews)
"The hotel is clean and the staff were friendly. The self parking becomes a challenge when there’s a convention going on."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

4 out of 5
675 L St San Diego CA
The price is £206 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£206
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
150 W Broadway San Diego CA
The price is £156 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£156
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,725 reviews)
"Coziness, attentiveness of staff, comfortable beds"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

The Sofia Hotel
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
The price is £227 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
£227
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,903 reviews)
"Grand Hyatt San Diego, try it and see for yourself. Class!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
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