University City Travel Guide
San Diego
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Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
£82
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
£53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
£86
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
£63
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
£7
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in University City
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA
The price is £198 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£198
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,944 reviews)
"This property really showed its age, checkin was not easy, our room wasn't ready at the 4:00 check-in time. we had to wait, which was very disappointing when you been traveling. property was across the street from a mall that had a lot of dinning options that was good, because the PF Changs that ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £167 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
£167
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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! (6,222 reviews)
"Lost the power 4 times in my room I was not able to take shower and do My hair until hours later"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is £296 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£296
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,690 reviews)
"Pool was great, my son loved it. I just found it difficult to sleep there with how muggy it feels in the rooms without the AC turned on. I can't sleep with it on becuase of the noise level, but with it off it was incredibly humid. Other than that, a very enjoyable place."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is £187 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£187
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (3,906 reviews)
"Room was clean but dated"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
California Suites Hotel
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
The price is £93 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£93
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,683 reviews)
"Checked out within a hour"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is £163 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£163
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,705 reviews)
"Great location, updated rooms. It was a little loud in the rooms i.e. we could hear guests walking/running upstairs and at the pool but that's expected. Staff in the bar and grill were busy so initially there interactions were not as expected but as we sat for sometime we got a friendly waitstaff ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in University City
Find the best University City 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.
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 Spreckels Theater – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach.
