Title: University Heights Travel Guide: Best of University Heights, San Diego Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in University Heights](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Heights-Hotels.d553248635976007534.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Diego](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Diego.d3073.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Diego](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Diego.d3073.Travel-Guide-Activities)[University Heights Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-University-Heights.d553248635976007534.Car-Hire-Guide)[University Heights Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Heights.d553248635976007534.Holidays-City-Breaks) # University Heights Travel Guide ## San Diego ![Long exposure light trails of North Park, San Diego, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007534/48799af2-5cac-421f-a57f-632b9eccad47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hazy Sunset in University Heights, San Diego](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007534/9d27a969-cf85-4927-a29b-eb713b66e776.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden Scene in University Heights, San Diego](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007534/04d77cd4-3517-4b7c-a91a-2540a4c35afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Flower Sunset in University, Heights San Diego](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007534/b33d7c98-773e-455a-8712-57df76388af2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit University Heights Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Diego travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego.dx3073) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Gaslamp Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130021/5158ce24-3077-4ad7-bf7d-46fd554e646d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gaslamp Quarter San Diego’s historic heart has shed its seedy past to emerge as one of the city’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment hubs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gaslamp-Quarter.d6130021.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![San Diego Zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502547/504b59eb-bcb1-4b86-9adb-3c97368fb431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Diego Zoo See nature up-close and personal at one of the country’s largest and most educational zoos. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Zoo-San-Diego.d502547.Attraction) ![San Diego Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125294/2fc00620-42cd-4ab5-9c91-9e9ac3371200.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Diego Convention Center During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Convention-Center-Downtown-San-Diego.d6125294.Attraction) ![Mission Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185904/de90e297-f912-4798-a530-b3d83f0907a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission Bay Mingle with eccentric locals at bohemian beaches, soak up the sun on a Jet Ski and fish from marshy islands at San Diego’s premier water park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mission-Bay-San-Diego.d6185904.Attraction) ![Mission Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/506109/7668844c-8a76-415d-a747-d4762537804f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission Beach A favorite vacation spot for 100 years, this seaside village combines old-fashioned charm with modern amenities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mission-Beach-Central-Mission-Beach.d506109.Attraction) ![SeaWorld](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3073/8f017bfb-436d-498f-a4c2-881869d60b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SeaWorld Animal interaction, entertaining rides and informative exhibits are all on offer at this family favorite destination. [](https://expedia.co.uk/SeaWorld-San-Diego.d502548.Attraction) ### Things to do ![LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169428/4add278e-78ce-44aa-b7e4-703b2249aec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### LEGOLAND® California Resort £67 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) ![San Diego Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/249262/6430755c-aaf5-4339-9000-11447afc253b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise £88 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-cruises-san-diego-premier-bottomless-mimosa-brunch-cruise.a249262.activity-details) ![San Diego Premier Dinner Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169195/1f8fc7b6-f3da-4106-884a-1f1f26fcf6c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise £81 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-cruises-san-diego-premier-dinner-cruise.a169195.activity-details) ![San Diego Whale Watching Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2836808/467b4391-ac11-41ae-8823-603a9c00d22e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise £53 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-diego-whale-watching-dolphin-cruise.a2836808.activity-details) ![San Diego Whale Watching Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1384690/3ad8c061-079a-4219-9b3a-ef801c6d7c42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Diego Whale Watching Cruise £64 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-diego-whale-watching-cruise.a1384690.activity-details) ![San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48212655/592cad7f-c489-4c0f-bd98-eadd3af5f4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina £7 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-diego-luggage-storage-in-marina.a48212655.activity-details) [See all activities in San Diego](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Diego.d3073.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in University Heights ![Lafayette Hotel & Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38080000/38077800/38077738/ce2dc6d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lafayette Hotel & Club 2223 El Cajon Blvd San Diego CA £215 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=38077738&PinnedHotelID=38077738&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007534) ![Paradise Point Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/d0f041ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Paradise Point Resort & Spa 1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA £237 26 Apr - 27 Apr 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. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,497 reviews) This was our second trip to Paradise Point! We had a great stay again! Brought our senior dog on our first trip last year as his last big vacation and all of us (my husband, me, our son, & 12 year old fur baby) had a great stay. Lots to walk around and see, fun to feed the ducks. Great pools & great ... Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=3731&PinnedHotelID=3731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007534) ![Best Western Seven Seas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1800/1734/w3837h2556x3y3-8b148daf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Seven Seas 411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA Fully refundable £71 9 Apr - 10 Apr 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. ... 7.8/10 Good! (3,356 reviews) The cafe and cafe staff were excellent! The food was delicious and freshly prepared. Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=1734&PinnedHotelID=1734&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007534) ![Hard Rock Hotel San Diego](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1740000/1731600/1731557/7e147d0f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hard Rock Hotel San Diego 207 5th Ave San Diego CA £196 4 Apr - 5 Apr 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! (3,473 reviews) This was booked for a work conference and everyone loved the rooms and the location. Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=1731557&PinnedHotelID=1731557&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007534) ![Handlery Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8374/8cec183d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Handlery Hotel 950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA £100 13 Apr - 14 Apr 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! (2,369 reviews) The room was clean, didn't really stay there just to sleep, due to exploring the area. The only issue I had was the drain stopper in the bathtub. It wouldn't stay up so it just filled up the tub with water while we used it. My husband use one of our kids toys to keep it up. Besides that it was quiet ... Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=8374&PinnedHotelID=8374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007534) ![The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/170400/170338/6fe441dd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection 1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA £126 23 Apr - 24 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,300 reviews) I wasn't aware of the airport shuttle, took an expensive cab. a cruise shuttle would have been great, given the close proximity to the port. The hotel had a good bar with a wonderful bartender. Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F04%2F2026&endDate=24%2F04%2F2026&selected=170338&PinnedHotelID=170338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007534) [See all 8,724 properties in University Heights](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635976007534) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check University Heights hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007534&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04)[3 Apr - 4 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007534&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007534&startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05)[4 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007534&startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007534&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007534&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around University Heights ![Mission San Diego de Alcala With Century Plant,San Diego, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800124/3acb7c99-e1a9-4421-ac6d-8b056ecd511f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mission Valley 4/5(36 area reviews) Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Mission-Valley.dx800124) ![Gossip Grill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191797/60a250a8-62f2-4c0b-8601-b05dd917f234.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hillcrest 5/5(1 area review) Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hillcrest.dx6191797) ![North Park sign at sunset, in San Diego, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6346499/b86dcf12-1068-4f1b-98f0-547974936805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Park North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-North-Park.dx6346499) ![Modern apartment building complex in Mission Valley, San Diego ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976388645/3c612b94-8693-4bd4-a286-6540f0dd3eba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Linda Vista When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Linda-Vista.dx553248635976388645) ![Little Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161280/027d3836-740c-44f0-bb0a-a8fb158f401a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Little Italy Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Little-Italy.dx6161280) ![Old Town San Diego](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3073/b09461e3-4621-4175-9bd9-a142b0f2961b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town San Diego 4/5(5 area reviews) The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip. 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