San Diego Design hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center

7.1 / 10

(1489 Reviews)

From 128$
Club Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel

9.2 / 10

(131 Reviews)

From 291$
Omni San Diego Hotel

8.7 / 10

(1631 Reviews)

From 203$
Pb Surf Beachside Inn

7.2 / 10

(367 Reviews)

From 92$
Pendry San Diego

8.8 / 10

(259 Reviews)

From 515$

1. When travelling, one of the most important choices to make is where to stay. When in San Diego, there are many great hotel choices, but if you’re looking for something special, you should consider design hotels.

2. What makes a hotel design hotel? Many things, but usually it’s a focus on creating a unique and interesting experience for guests, through the use of art, design, and architecture.

3. Design hotels can be found all over the world, but San Diego has a great selection, including some of the most popular and well-known hotels.

4. So why should you choose a design hotel when travelling to San Diego? There are many reasons, but perhaps the most important is that it will allow you to experience the city in a whole new way.

San Diego Accommodation lists:

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Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center Club Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel Omni San Diego Hotel Pb Surf Beachside Inn Pendry San Diego Extended Stay America Suites - San Diego - Hotel Circle Humphreys Half Moon Inn Kimpton Alma San Diego, An Ihg Hotel The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

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7.1
Good
1489 Reviews

Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center

📍 660 G Street

From 128$

Featuring hire of cars as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center is set in San Diego, 1 km from Petco Park Ballpark. The venue is also located near Horton Plaza Park and 600 metres from House of Blues San Diego Live Music Accommodation.

The hotel enjoys a prime location, a 20-minute walk from Coaster Santa Fe train station. The city centre is close by, about 20 minutes' walk away. The 27-acre Park at the Park is also located near the property. The historical sailing Star of India Ship is only a few minutes' drive away.

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9.2
Excellent
131 Reviews

Club Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel

📍 911 5Th Ave

From 291$

Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel San Diego is a 3-star accommodation comprising 59 air-conditioned rooms just outside Horton Plaza Park. Petco Park Stadium and the primary San Diego Convention Center can be reached in 17 minutes' walk and 13 minutes' walk respectively.

The venue is notable for its convenient location in vicinity of the shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza" and about a 10-minute walk from Santa Fe Depot train station. The centre of San Diego is located 2 km away. Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel is a short ride from the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum.

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8.7
Excellent
1631 Reviews

Omni San Diego Hotel

📍 675 L Street

From 203$

Featuring WiFi in public areas, Omni San Diego Hotel offers accommodation within 1.4 km from Seaport Village Shopping Complex. This venue is located in Gaslamp district, not far from Petco Park Ballpark.

The hotel is set in the vibrant part of San Diego, a few minutes away from San Diego Zoo. The historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum is reachable in about 5 minutes by car. Only some steps from the, San Diego Padres is set.

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7.2
Good
367 Reviews

Pb Surf Beachside Inn

📍 4760 Mission Blvd

From 92$

Pb Surf Beachside Inn, located 6 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park, features free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a sunbathing terrace. Situated in Pacific Beach district, the inn is set 7 km from Old Town San Diego.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from Mission Beach. Attractions within walking distance include Crystal Pier and South Coast Wahines.

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8.8
Excellent
259 Reviews

Pendry San Diego

📍 550 J Street

From 515$

The 5-star Pendry San Diego Hotel includes a sauna, a Jacuzzi and a wellness centre and lies right by the primary San Diego Convention Center. The venue is located 550 metres from Downtown San Diego, in close vicinity to Petco Park Ballpark.

Situated in Gaslamp district, the hotel is set 1.3 km from Seaport Village Shopping Complex. Guests can reach San Diego city centre in 25 minutes on foot. USS Midway Interactive Museum is just a few minutes' drive away.

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Hotels in San Diego

Airport nearby ✈️ El Cajon, McClellan-Palomar, San Diego International
Average Price 💰 408$
Hotels in San Diego 🏨 950
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 24947
Landmarks nearby 📍 La Jolla Cove, Mount Soledad, Girard Avenue and Prospect Street, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, San Diego Mormon Temple
Best Price Hotel 🤑 Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center
Top Hotel for couples 💑 Club Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel
Family Hotel 👪 Omni San Diego Hotel

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6.6
Good
176 Reviews

Extended Stay America Suites - San Diego - Hotel Circle

📍 2087 Hotel Cir S

From 104$

Featuring free self parking, a Jacuzzi and concerts, Extended Stay America San Diego - Hotel Circle is set 3.4 km from the private University of San Diego in San Diego. Situated in Mission Valley district, the venue is set 4.4 km from Mission Bay Park.

The beach is near the property. The old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park is just a few minutes' drive away.

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8.4
Very good
846 Reviews

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

📍 2303 Shelter Island Drive

From 195$

Offering entertainment activities, a bar and a play area, Humphreys Half Moon Inn is less than 4.8 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park. Situated in Point Loma district, the inn is set 4.3 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from the open - air Headquarters at Seaport Market. The accommodation places you within 0.4 km of Shoreline Beach Park. Shoreline Waterfront Park is also located near the hotel. Humphreys Backstage Live is a couple of minutes' walk away.

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8.3
Very good
110 Reviews

Kimpton Alma San Diego, An Ihg Hotel

📍 1047 5Th Avenue

From 273$

Located in the centre of San Diego, Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, An Ihg Hotel offers fast access to the primary San Diego Convention Center within a 15-minute walk. Featuring 183 rooms with views of the bay, this venue is set within a short ride from USS Midway Interactive Museum.

The accommodation is situated in Downtown San Diego district, near Horton Plaza Park. The hotel is also placed within a 20-minute walk of Seaport Village Shopping Complex. The shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza" is also located near the property.

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7.2
Good
1395 Reviews

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo

📍 1201 Hotel Circle South

From 120$

Flat - screen TV and entertainment activities are available at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo, and North Park is 4.2 km away. The venue is located 4 km from the centre of San Diego and a couple of minutes' drive from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.

Situated in Mission Valley district, the accommodation is set 2.2 km from the upscale Fashion Valley Open-Air Mall.

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7.6
Very good
131 Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

📍 3900 Old Town Avenue

From 160$

The 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town is set 2.3 km from the private University of San Diego and 0.8 km from Heritage County Park. For business travellers, a meeting room, a photocopy machine and a business centre are available on request.

The property is located 4 km from the centre of San Diego and a couple of minutes' drive from San Diego Zoo. A short distance to a trolley bus stop enables you to get to the 19th - century US Whaley House History Museum in no time. The hotel stands close to the Interactive Sheriff's History Museum.

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8.3
Very good
248 Reviews

Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Gaslamp/Convention Center

📍 453 6Th Avenue

From 201$

Located a few minutes' drive from Seaport Village Shopping Complex, Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Gaslamp/Convention Center Hotel offers 90 stylish rooms. This 3-star venue, in Gaslamp district, is about 25 minutes' walk to the curved Coronado Bridge.

Guests will also appreciate proximity to Horton Plaza Shopping Center, which is 550 metres away. It takes 25 minutes on foot to get to San Diego city centre. The New Children's Museum is also located near the accommodation. Downtown San Diego is in the walking distance from the hotel.

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7.5
Very good
630 Reviews

Doubletree By Hilton San Diego-Mission Valley

📍 7450 Hazard Center Drive

From 110$

Doubletree San Diego Mission Valley, located about 3.9 km from SDCCU Multi-Purpose Stadium, features a golf course and a bar. Set in the centre of San Diego, the venue offers quick access to Hazard Center Mall.

Situated in Mission Valley district, the accommodation is set 4.3 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The city centre is a 20-minute walk away. Doubletree San Diego Mission Valley is just a short drive from Little Italy.

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8.1
Very good
37 Reviews

Coronado Beach Resort

📍 1415 Orange Ave

From 297$

Featuring free parking, a sun terrace and a sauna, Coronado Beach Resort offers accommodation in Coronado district, 3.5 km from the primary San Diego Convention Center. Set close to Coronado Island, this venue boasts non-smoking rooms along with an outdoor pool, barbecue and flat-screen TV available onsite.

Childrens Public Park is less than 3.6 km away. The beach is 400 metres away. The hotel is a couple of minutes' drive from San Diego Zoo and other main attractions of San Diego.

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6.9
Good
3018 Reviews

Howard Johnson By Wyndham San Diego Sea World

📍 3330 Rosecrans Street

From 173$

The 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham San Diego Sea World Hotel is set 3.9 km from Ocean Beach Park and 4.2 km from Old Town. Set close to Sports Arena Square, this venue boasts comfortable rooms along with a golf course, entertainment activities and a bar available onsite.

The accommodation is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from Seaport Village Shopping Complex. The hotel is located in Midway-Pacific Highway district.

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7.3
Good
506 Reviews

Surfer Beach Hotel

📍 711 Pacific Beach Drive

From 188$

The 3-star Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego is situated 2.4 km from Mission Beach. This venue features a shared lounge and premium cable channels as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the accommodation.

SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is less than 4.1 km away. The property places you within 1.4 km of Montezuma Cove. Surfer Beach Hotel is a short driving distance of the private University of San Diego.

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7.4
Good
1041 Reviews

Handlery Hotel San Diego

📍 950 Hotel Circle North

From 119$

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and a Jacuzzi, Handlery Hotel San Diego offers accommodation in Mission Valley district, 2.8 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Set near a motorway, this venue boasts a bar and barbeque grills as well as an a la carte restaurant that serves contemporary cuisine.

The hotel is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park. The upscale Fashion Valley Open-Air Mall is also 1.5 km away.

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San Diego Design hotels FAQ
Which Design hotels have a lot of guest reviews?
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What are the best San Diego hotels near San Diego International airport?
33 Hotels with San Diego International airport in proximity allow you to choose the best one. Rated 6.2/10, Hotel Point Loma offers concierge service, cots and restaurant, as well as prices from 65US$ per one night. To see more airport hotels click here.
What are the finest hotels in San Diego city centre?
Our pat-travels-the-world.com travel data based on 994 visitors' reviews show the top places in San Diego city centre. Located in San Diego city centre, Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, rated 7.4/10 offers Wi-Fi, air conditioning and satellite television along with an exquisite service on site. Baymont By Wyndham Downtown with rating 7.0/10 and Days Inn By Wyndham/Downtown/Convention Center rated 7.2/10 are other favourite hotels in the area. To check more central hotels click here.

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