San Diego Hotel Guide. Hotels in University City, San Diego, United States of America

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Top Trending Hotels Near University City, San Diego

Lakehouse Resort
Terrace/patio

Lakehouse Resort

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1122)
"Beautiful, peaceful and great staff! "
The price is €208
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Lakehouse Resort
Leucadia Beach Inn
Courtyard

Leucadia Beach Inn

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Leucadia Beach Inn
Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay
Outdoor pool

Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1238)
"Great place"
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Best Western San Diego Pacific Beach/Mission Bay
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hyatt Regency La Jolla

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Great hotel/resort!"
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Terrace/patio

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1577)
"Great breakfast and perfect location"
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Outdoor pool

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1932)
"Great place to stay "
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Economy Single Room, 2 Double Beds

Motel Mediteran Escondido

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Great place "
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
Front of property

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1765)
"Great rooms ,Awesome staff. And pet friendly!!! "
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Exterior

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2728)
"Great hotel, wonderful location, comfy room and bedding!"
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Sea Harbor Hotel
Marina

Sea Harbor Hotel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (895)
"Would definitely stay there again. ."
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Sea Harbor Hotel
Pleasant Inn
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Pleasant Inn

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1067)
"near good restaurants "
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Pleasant Inn
Handlery Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Handlery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1896)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Great service and very clean"
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Handlery Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Reception

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1551)
"Very comfortable beds, gorgeous water view, front desk staff was wonderful. "
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (841)
"Our stay went well, and the hotel is a good value"
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar
Balboa Park Hotel
Elite Studio Suite

Balboa Park Hotel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (403)
"It’s a nice cozy and convenient place to stay!"
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Balboa Park Hotel
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Lobby

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Very nice stay. "
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
California Suites Hotel
Property grounds

California Suites Hotel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1907)
"Great place not far from downtown nice and quiet lovely pool and jacuzzi and very clean rooms "
California Suites Hotel
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
Exterior

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1300)
"Love the breakfast and convenient location. "
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3131)
"This was our second time staying here and we loved it just as much as the first! Such a great hotel, friendly staff and a great location!"
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Exterior

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (401)
"Great stay!"
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
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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 map

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.

Belmont Park which includes rides and a garden
Mission Beach map

Mission Beach

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

Pacific Beach featuring a beach
Pacific Beach map

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Crystal Pier while you're exploring the area.

Gaslamp Quarter featuring a city, signage and a bar
Gaslamp Quarter map

Gaslamp Quarter

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

Ocean Beach map

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach Pier and Dog Beach.

Top University City Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel with plenty of floor/rooms. Restaurant menu isn’t the best, but the market and Starbucks are great spots. "
Manuel 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Frequently asked questions

What is University City like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in San Diego's University City neighbourhood. Are you looking for University City travel tips? Make sure that you visit Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hyatt Regency La Jolla is the highest ranked property in University City. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from University of California, San Diego, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla and San Diego Marriott La Jolla.

How many hotels will I find in the University City area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 72 University City hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in University City.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in University City are Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple. Geisel Library and La Jolla Playhouse are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.

How can I get around University City and the greater San Diego area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Executive Drive Station, University Town Center Station or Voigt Drive Station.