Mission Valley Travel Guide
San Diego
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Popular places to visit
Hotel Circle
Hotel Circle is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Snapdragon Stadium
Catch an event at Snapdragon Stadium during your trip to San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Fashion Valley Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fashion Valley Mall during your trip to San Diego. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Mission Valley Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mission Valley Mall during your stay in San Diego. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Riverwalk Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in San Diego at Riverwalk Golf Club. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
SDSU Mission Valley
Walk around the campus at SDSU Mission Valley during your stay in San Diego. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Top hotels in Mission Valley
Best Western Seven Seas
"Definitely not as nice as the photos. I stayed at Best Western Seven Seas and it is definitely not as nice as the photos show. The bathroom vent and wall had black dust balls or mold on them. The corner at the bottom of the wall also had lifting wallpaper with a stain that looked like mildew. To ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
"Very clean - lots of staff to help Some challenges with parking - narrow spots"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
"I don’t know why there was no rule of maintaining silence on the property after 10pm but the staff did not care whatsoever about people and their children in the pool all the way passed midnight. Our room was just above the pool and we could hear them for hours. Just so inconceivable why people think ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Handlery Hotel
"clean hallways, clean rooms, nice pool area big and clean and has towels ready for you."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
"By far one of the best hotels I stayed at! From the front desk staff, to the bar, to the restaurant, to the pool! Everyone was friendly, property was clean and the pool music was such a vibe! What make it even better it was the location!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
"Clean and nice"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Mission Valley
Downtown San Diego
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and USS Midway Museum are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.
Pacific Beach
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.
Mission Beach
If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gaslamp Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Lyceum Theatre – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
