University City Travel Guide
San Diego
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Stay near popular University City attractions
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 £212 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£212
9 Jul - 10 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! (1,943 reviews)
"Meh. This hotel is only OK. Management allows/encourages sales staff to aggressively sell timeshares during breakfast and happy hour. It made me upset with how pushy they were. My room was a little shabby and rundown. The finish was peeling off the fake leather couch and there was a water leak in ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is £167 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£167
1 Jul - 2 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! (6,259 reviews)
"Dirty room. AC or something ticked 24/7 coming from the bathroom. People in close rooms party all night. Walls paper thin. Stains on curtains and sheets."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 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! (2,684 reviews)
"We loved the central location that made it easy to get anywhere in town. We also loved that you didn't have to leave the resort at all. The adult pool was great for us as the other pools were very crowded and we would not have been able to enjoy the pool with that many people. The front desk staff, ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is £187 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£187
1 Jul - 2 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! (3,907 reviews)
"The staff went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We will not hesitate to stay at a Hard Rock Hotel again."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
California Suites Hotel
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £86 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
£86
16 Jul - 17 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! (2,681 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 £180 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£180
20 Jul - 21 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! (3,699 reviews)
"We have always enjoyed our dtays at the Bay Club.It’s location is my favorite.💕"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 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.
