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Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 out of 5
819 University Ave San Diego CA
1.45 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $140 per night
CA $140
CA $158 total
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located nearby.
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1430 7th Ave San Diego CA
Free cancellation
1.88 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $174 per night
CA $174
CA $202 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco Park are located nearby.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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1.9 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $154 per night
CA $154
CA $179 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco Park are located nearby.
Pool
Free WiFi
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

4 out of 5
1646 Front St San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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2 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $177 per night
CA $177
CA $206 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco Park are located nearby.
Pool
Pet-friendly
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

4 out of 5
2223 El Cajon Blvd San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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2.33 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $313 per night
CA $313
CA $360 total
Dec 30 - Dec 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located nearby.
Pool
Pet-friendly
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

5 out of 5
326 Broadway San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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2.41 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $389 per night
CA $389
CA $451 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located nearby.
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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2.75 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $185 per night
CA $185
CA $254 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco Park are located nearby.
Pool
Free airport shuttle
Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego

5 out of 5
550 J Street San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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3.04 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $376 per night
CA $376
CA $508 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located nearby.
Pool
Hot tub
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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3.1 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $113 per night
CA $113
CA $130 total
Dec 28 - Dec 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located nearby.
Pool
Hot tub
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
875 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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3.18 km from San Diego Zoo
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Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located nearby.
Pool
Hot tub
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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3.22 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $233 per night
CA $233
CA $333 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located nearby.
Pool
Free WiFi
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
Free cancellation
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4.48 km from San Diego Zoo
The price is CA $172 per night
CA $172
CA $247 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco Park are located nearby.
Pool
Hot tub
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7,587 hotels
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CA $130
Highest Price
CA $508
Popular hotels
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy, Lafayette Hotel & Club, Wyndham San Diego Bayside, Best Western Seven Seas, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, Pendry San Diego, Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG, Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel, Sheraton San Diego Resort, The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

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Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

5 out of 5
Posted 16 hours ago
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"Everything Amazing minus so many people"
A verified traveller stayed at Lafayette Hotel & Club
Lafayette Hotel & Club

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