Location: 6.7 mi from University of California, San Diego
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 492 reviews)
Price: £138, includes taxes & fees, 15 Nov - 16 Nov, for Our top choices for University of California, San Diego hotels
Review: Nice room close to beach would love to stay again, by Roberto Daniel Gonzalez
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You can learn about the history of San Diego with a trip to San Diego Mormon Temple. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
You can get tickets for a performance at Epstein Family Amphitheater during your trip to La Jolla. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this quaint area.
After visiting Geisel Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Jolla. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its surfing spots.
The Ché Café Collective is just one of the places to see in La Jolla, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this quaint area's seaside or seek out the golf courses.
You can enjoy a show at La Jolla Playhouse during your stay in La Jolla. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Torrey Pines Gliderport during your travels in La Jolla. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Review: Good value in exclusive area of San Diego. Friendly staff. Good size room. Lovely view from balcony. Easy parking. Few steps from shops and easily reached coves and beaches. Would stay again, by Linda, 19 September 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: The hotel was fabulous ideal setting The cafe was great for breakfast lunch and evening food great price too Would definitely stay again, by Simon, 6 September 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Address: 10044 Pacific Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92121, US
Location: Sorrento Valley
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (1000 reviews)
Review: Nice hotel, good facilities, breakfast was busy but lots of choice and regularly replenished. Nice warm pool. It does shut between 7-8pm to be cleaned which can be annoying if you get in at 6.55 without knowing this!, by Katherine, 1 April 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: We really enjoyed the hotel. It was bright and clean with helpful and welcoming staff. Room was excellent, well equipped and very comfortable. Hotel location is amazing., by gregory, 22 April 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Address: 5434 Kearny Mesa Rd, San Diego, CA, 92111, US
Location: Kearny Mesa
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (1013 reviews)
Review: We selected this hotel for location, however the services provided by the hotel and staff were excellent. Staff could not have been more helpful, from the manager (very visible during our stay), to reception and housekeeping staff. The complimentary breakfast was very good, and again staff couldn't have been more attentive during this service. Rooms were well equipped (even had a microwave). I would highly recommend this hotel., by Claire, 13 October 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: I've stayed at this hotel before and would definitely stay here again. The staff are friendly, approachable and offer exemplary customer service. The rooms are great and everything was spotless. The air con was a bit loud but I don't live somewhere that needs it and most people might not even notice. Either way I was able to turn it off when I wanted with ease. I wasn't affected by noise on the floor- couldn't really hear anyone in adjacent rooms :) The breakfast was good and there was a good..., by Frances, 17 December 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Fairly recent refurb to what looks like an old skool motel from the outside - good sized rooms a short walk from the beach, by Alistair, 13 January 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Address: 4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA, 92122, US
Location: University City
Star rating: 4/5
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (2137 reviews)
Review: This is a very nice Embassy Suites with an attractive decor, attractive & clean rooms, a helpful staff, great bed, good chairs, good lighting, and a very special cocktail hour with drinks and snacks for the guest - - an unexpected treat provided for all guests., by Maryl, 25 November 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Welcoming and helpful staff., by Joseph, 24 June 2024, rated 8/10 Good
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What can I see and do near University of California, San Diego?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and Map and Atlas Museum of La Jolla. Sights like Geisel Library, The Cave Store and Athenaeum Music and Arts Library are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at La Jolla Playhouse, Epstein Family Amphitheater and The Comedy Store - La Jolla.
How can I get to University of California, San Diego?
With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around University of California, San Diego is simple. Local metro stations include UC San Diego Central Campus Station and VA Medical Center Station. You can learn about water travel options at the port.
