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Popular 4-star hotels in San Diego

These hotels are some of our user’s favourites in San Diego based on booking data. Prices were last updated on 21 April 2025.
These 4-star hotels are among the most popular in San Diego according to our users. Refine your search even further by sorting via price, review score, and more.
1 Market Place, San Diego, CA, United States
Bayside San Diego hotel in Downtown San Diego with 6 restaurants 6 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and 3 bars/lounges are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego offers 1628 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local, long-distance, and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves, refrigerators, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
3349 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
207 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Petco Park Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a nightclub. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego offers 420 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves, refrigerators, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.4
Excellent
1829 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
1 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
Daily Mandatory Destination Charge includes: Premium internet; daily $15 food & beverage credit for use in hotel restaurants & bars; 1-hour bicycle/kayak rental; bike locker rental; transportation to Coronado Island; PressReader; 1 water bottle per guest (up to 4) refillable at stations in hotel. Featuring newly renovated guest rooms that are authentically San Diego in their design, our hotel is conveniently located adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center. We are also situated across from the Padres’ Petco Park and the bustling Downtown Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy stunning bay and city views, relaxing leisure facilities, extensive meeting space, and unique dining venues. Expansive windows overlooking San Diego Bay and downtown’s skyline make our rooms an inviting base during your stay. Amenities include WiFi, comfortable Hilton Serenity beds and HDTVs. Upgrade to a spacious suite for a separate living area and enhanced amenities. Many of San Diego’s most exciting attractions are within walking distance of the hotel, including the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, home to fabulous shopping, dining and nightlife. Taking the kids? San Diego offers a wealth of family-friendly attractions, including Legoland®, San Diego Zoo and the Birch Aquarium. Daily Mandatory Urban Destination Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: Premium guest internet access: daily $35 food & beverage credit valid for use in Vela, Odysea, & Pool Club hotel restaurants, and in-room dining: 1-hour bicycle, kayak, or paddle-board rental.
7.7
Good
2937 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
1404 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA, United States
Paradise Point Resort & Spa is a private 44-acre island tucked away on gentle Mission Bay, minutes from the heart of downtown San Diego and adjacent to the famous Sea World Adventure Park. This San Diego luxury resort features comfortable, California beach bungalow-style guest rooms amidst lush, tropical gardens and meandering lagoons. Perfect for families, weddings, groups and conferences, the resort features over 460 guestrooms, including everything from luxury suites, lanai patio room types, lanai garden rooms, and lanai bayside guestrooms, as well as studio garden suites. You are sure to relax comfortably in our tranquil guest bungalows, featuring breezy patios with striking views.
8.1
Excellent
1852 reviews
Location
10.1 km from city centre
1441 Quivira Road, San Diego, CA, United States
Bayside hotel with 2 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a marina and 3 outdoor pools. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a full-service spa, a health club, and a bar/lounge. Housekeeping is available on request. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina offers 438 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. A marina and a health club are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
2550 reviews
Location
9.6 km from city centre
675 L Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Pet-friendly San Diego hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Petco Park An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. Omni San Diego Hotel offers 511 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
2020 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA, United States
Family-friendly San Diego hotel in Mission Valley with 2 restaurants 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free shopping center shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. Town and Country San Diego offers 704 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
6.7
Good
2260 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre
333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Let your mind travel at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina and inspiration will follow. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, you will be charmed by our upscale hotel lodging and tranquil bayfront setting. Our waterfront San Diego hotel overlooks our private marina on West Harbor Drive near the San Diego Convention Center, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Petco Park. Every hotel room and suite has impressive views of the city or San Diego waterfront. Enjoy relaxed reading chairs, flat-screen TVs, desks, and WiFi many rooms have private balconies. Indulge in the exclusive setting of the M Club, offering continental breakfast and evening hors d' oeuvres. Pamper yourself at our hotel's day spa, work out in our 24-hour gym, or take a dip in our outdoor pools. Indulge with creative American, Mexican, and Asian-fusion fare at our award-winning restaurants. Event planners love our picture-perfect indoor and outdoor venues, combining nearly 271,000 square feet of function space with bespoke event services.
8.5
Excellent
1380 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Belmont Park At Catamaran Resort and Spa, catch some rays at the beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or enjoy yoga. Catamaran Resort and Spa offers 300 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
614 reviews
Location
12.2 km from city centre
3777 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Eco-certified San Diego hotel in University City with a fitness center This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and outdoor tennis courts are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available. Hyatt Regency La Jolla offers 416 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered weekly and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Recreational amenities at the hotel include outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1641 reviews
Location
18.4 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in San Diego

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in San Diego including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Diego?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Diego is April ($720). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Diego is July ($1,366).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Diego?

The cheapest day to stay in San Diego is Friday ($799). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $1,116.

How much is a hotel in San Diego tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in San Diego tonight starting as low as $118, rising to an average cost of $488, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $225 for a 4-star hotel in San Diego for tonight.

How much is a San Diego hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in San Diego this weekend for as little as $156/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $156/night. For a 4-star hotel in San Diego, the cheapest rate recently found was $241/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Diego?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 80 days before your trip to San Diego. The lowest price found when booking 80 days ahead was $198 per night.

Top-rated 4-star San Diego hotels

View deals on 4-star hotels in San Diego that have the highest user reviews. Review data was last updated on 21 April 2025.
These are some of the highest-rated 4-star hotels in San Diego based on user reviews.
Show all 88 4-star hotels
17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
36.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$483
Avg. per night
910 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA, United States
18.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$551
Avg. per night
910 Broadway Circle, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
$405
Avg. per night
401 K Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
$429
Avg. per night
600 F Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$436
Avg. per night
1055 Second Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
$367
Avg. per night
1132 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA, United States
18.4 km from city centre
$896
Avg. per night
7955 La Jolla Shores Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
17.6 km from city centre
$438
Avg. per night
723 Felspar Street, San Diego, CA, United States
13.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$520
Avg. per night
1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$394
Avg. per night
9700 North Torrey Pines Road, San Diego, CA, United States
20.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$476
Avg. per night

Cheapest 4-star hotels in San Diego

Discover affordable 4-star hotels in San Diego that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. 4-star hotels in San Diego can be found for as little as $218 per night. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2025
These are the lowest-priced 4-star hotels our users have recently found in San Diego. Prices may vary based on dates selected and hotel location.
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1646 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$218
Avg. per night
901 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CA, United States
5.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$237
Avg. per night
1515 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
5.2 km from city centre
$237
Avg. per night
1433 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA, United States
5.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$241
Avg. per night
7450 Hazard Center Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
6.1 km from city centre
Pool
$243
Avg. per night
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA, United States
25.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$264
Avg. per night
500 West Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$282
Avg. per night
8757 Rio San Diego Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
6.9 km from city centre
$285
Avg. per night
660 K Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.8 km from city centre
$292
Avg. per night
875 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$301
Avg. per night
4240 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
18.3 km from city centre
$326
Avg. per night
1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$332
Avg. per night
1047 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$332
Avg. per night
1410 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA, United States
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$335
Avg. per night
421 West B Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$338
Avg. per night
509 9th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$338
Avg. per night

Other star-rated hotels in San Diego

Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” have the most attractive prices based on their popularity. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2025.
Not set on a 4-star hotel? We’ve got plenty of other options for you to choose from. These are the most popular and best value properties in San Diego based on hotel class.
5 stars
550 J Street, San Diego, CA, United States
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA, United States
3 stars
411 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
1355 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
3737 Sports Arena Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, United States
2 stars and under
1333 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
5005 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
3333 Channel Way, San Diego, CA, United States

Other accommodations in San Diego

Find deals on places to stay in San Diego that are not hotels. These are just a few of the most popular hostels and vacation rentals in the area. Pricing information was last updated on 21 April 2025.
Looking for something less traditional for your stay? Find the perfect hostel or vacation rental for your trip in San Diego.
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South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$118
Avg. per night
749 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$54
Avg. per night
707 Reed Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
12.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$74
Avg. per night
4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
9.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$64
Avg. per night
11480 North Torrey Pines Road, San Diego, CA, United States
22.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$771
Avg. per night
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA, United States
25.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$961
Avg. per night
326 Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$487
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San Diego

Explore different areas within San Diego to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 21 April 2025.
The map below shows all 4-star hotels in San Diego. Zoom in to find popular attractions and click on a nearby hotel for more information about the property.

Facts about 4-star hotels in San Diego

Find useful tips and insights about 4-star hotels in San Diego to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 21 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest 4-star hotel in San Diego?

    For budget-conscious travellers in San Diego, The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego offers the lowest rates among 4-star hotels, starting at just $218 nightly.

  • What is the best 4-star hotel in San Diego?

    With a user review rating of 9.3, Tower 23 Hotel is one of the best 4-star hotels in San Diego. You can book a room at Tower 23 Hotel for around $813/night on average.

  • What month is cheapest to stay in a 4-star hotel in San Diego?

    For 4-star accommodations in San Diego, May tends to have the lowest rates, averaging $331 per night.

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