Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

A historic building with arched walkways, a clock tower, and a statue.
A historic church with a prominent sign reading 'Historic Old Town San Diego.'
A historic theater building with a sign reading "Old Town San Diego State Historic Park."
A covered wagon in front of the Cosmopolitan Hotel.
A sign for Old Town San Diego State Historic Park with a rustic design, surrounded by a bustling street scene with people and vendors.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Old Town San Diego

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St San Diego CA
The price is £95 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£95
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,570 reviews)
"Took Amtrak for a day trip on our anniversary. Excellent hotel. Was in walking distance of the train station. Very clean, quiet, and great staff at the front desk. Reasonably priced too."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is £149 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£149
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (6,373 reviews)
"Very nice!"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 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 £179 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£179
22 Nov - 23 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,597 reviews)
"An excellent location for Gaslamp and the Petco Park - perfect for our needs!"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is £73 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
£73
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,053 reviews)
"Great place. Clean and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Handlery Hotel
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is £212 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
£212
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
The price is £73 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£73
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Best Western Seven Seas
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Where to stay in Old Town San Diego

Find the best Old Town San Diego areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Port of San Diego 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.

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.



Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

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