Best Hotels in San Diego for Family
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Hampton Inn San Diego/Del Mar
The comfortable 3-star Hampton Inn San Diego/Del Mar, located around 10 minutes on foot from Carmel del Mar Park, offers an outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. Along with the use of a fully equipped gym on site, sports fans are invited to discover Torrey Pines Golf Course, which is 3.4 km away.
The open bathrooms are appointed with hair dryers and towels. Guests will also appreciate pool views from these comfortable rooms.
The smoke-free inn is nestled in Carmel Valley, which is a suburban planned community in the northwestern corner of San Diego, California, United States, within easy reach of the sushi bar Arterra. The perfect Hampton Inn San Diego features location approximately a 5-minute drive from Carmel Creek Park.
Also, this San Diego hotel is within a 4-km distance of Seagrove Park, and Santa Fe Depot train station is located around 25 km away.
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187$/night
The Westin San Diego Bayview
The 4-star smoke-free The Westin San Diego Bayview hotel, located only 1.9 km from Petco Park Ballpark, offers a rooftop pool, high-speed Internet access in public areas. An American-style restaurant is available in this San Diego hotel that boasts a central location within a few blocks of The Embarcadero.
Featuring views of Coronado Island, the rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and such self-catering options as tea and coffee-making facilities. There is also a private bathroom. The spacious bathrooms are appointed with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets. The Westin San Diego Bayview hotel features stylish rooms with views of the island.
The hotel is nestled near the popular district of San Diego and approximately a 5-minute drive from Santa Fe Depot. Sports fans can also visit Balboa Stadium, within a 2-km distance of The Westin San Diego, and take their families to San Diego Zoo, which is 2.6 km away.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Lane Field Park, situated merely 550 metres away. There is Maritime Museum of San Diego just 14 minutes' walk away, while 4th Av & Broadway bus station is in the vicinity of the accommodation.
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176$/night
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
The 4-star Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, located about a 25-minute walk from Coronado Island, boasts an outdoor swimming pool. Live entertainment, spa therapy, and a shared lounge, plus American dishes are available at the hotel, nestled in the downtown district of San Diego.
The spacious rooms are fitted with climate control; such modern facilities as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet, and include private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Also, there is a personal safe, a mini-bar and coffee/tea making facilities provided. This property features rooms with views of the skyline.
This smoke-free hotel is right in the centre of San Diego, so guests have direct access to Petco Park Stadium, which is 0.7 km away. Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum is within 5 minutes' walk of the Margaritaville, while USS Midway Interactive Museum is 30 minutes' walk away.
Also, Embarcadero Marina Park North is situated 1.5 km away. Maritime Museum of San Diego lies 10 minutes' drive from the property.
Luxury Family Hotels in San Diego
San Diego, California is home to a number of luxury family hotels which offer a range of upscale accommodations and amenities to guests seeking a high-end travel experience. These hotels are designed to cater to the needs of families, with spacious guest rooms, kid-friendly activities, and a host of on-site and nearby recreational opportunities. From beachfront resorts to downtown hotels, San Diego's luxury family hotels provide a perfect base for exploring the city's many attractions and enjoying a fun-filled, yet relaxing family vacation.
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Doubletree By Hilton San Diego-Mission Valley
Offering a convenience shop and a lobby area, the 4-star pet-friendly Doubletree By Hilton San Diego-Mission Valley hotel lies in Mission Valley, known for its shopping and entertainment, around 10 minutes' drive from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park and 1.4 km from the upscale Fashion Valley Open-Air Mall. Located steps away from a trolley bus stop, the premier hotel features an outdoor heated pool and 248 contemporary rooms.
The rooms at Doubletree By Hilton San Diego-Mission Valley hotel have a patio and a balcony, along with an air conditioner for your convenience. They also have en suite bathrooms. The rooms of the property overlook the patio.
The hotel has a premium setting 4.3 km from the lush park "Botanical Building", while natural sights like SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park are 7 km away. At the Doubletree San Diego, guests will be in proximity to Fashion Valley.
Also, Mission Heights Park is situated nearly 10 minutes' drive away. The nearby cultural experience includes the 19th - century US Whaley House History Museum, which is 3.8 km away.
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120$/night
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Located merely 1.1 km from The New Children's Museum, the 30-storey Hilton San Diego Bayfront hotel offers inviting rooms approximately a 25-minute walk from Balboa Stadium. Featuring a pool bar, a sundeck, a shared lounge, and a golf course, the hotel is not far from the primary San Diego Convention Center.
Comprising a separate living area, the renovated rooms welcome guests with an air conditioner, and offer complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen television. The rooms are also furnished with sofa beds with luxurious linens. The Hilton San Diego offers spacious rooms with views of the ocean.
The 4-star hotel is in the Marina district, within 25 minutes' walk of Santa Fe Depot train station. Cultural sights in the area include Coronado Museum of History and Art, which is 2.9 km away.
There is San Diego Zoo around 10 minutes away by car, and The Transit Store bus station is within a few blocks of the Hilton.
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209$/night
Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
The 4-star smoke-free Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy hotel includes spacious rooms within a 3-km distance of San Diego Zoo. Featuring a convenience store and a restaurant, this San Diego hotel is within a few blocks of Copley Symphony Hall.
The rooms at the Little Italy San Diego are fitted with blackout drapes and climate control as well as coffee and tea making facilities. The comfortable rooms feature spacious bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. The rooms also face the city.
The hotel is situated near the entertainment district of San Diego and approximately a 5-minute ride from North Embarcadero. Guests will also get to Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy hotel 2.5 km from Petco Park Ballpark.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Horton Plaza Park, located merely a 14-minute stroll away. The nearby entertainment attractions of San Diego include Spreckels Theatre, which is only 0.9 km away.
Cheap Family-Friendly Hotels in San Diego
San Diego is a fantastic family-friendly destination with a variety of affordable hotel options throughout the city. From budget-friendly hotels near popular attractions to hotels with family suites, San Diego has something for every family's needs. These affordable hotels offer convenient locations, comfortable accommodations and often include complimentary breakfast and other amenities that make traveling with kids stress-free and enjoyable. With the abundance of options available, families can easily find a cheap hotel that meets their budget and travel needs.
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Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy (Adults Only)
The 3-star Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy San Diego is nestled merely 9 minutes' walk from Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Saturday Market and features a heated pool. House of Blues San Diego Live Music Venue is located in proximity to the hotel, boasting a rooftop bar and sea views.
This San Diego hotel has 190 rooms, some of them comprise a kitchen and a dining area, and have self-catering options such as coffee/tea making equipment. Guests will appreciate such comforts as individual climate control and an iron, and relax with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. You'll find nice touches like a shower/bath combination and a shower/tub combination, along with a hairdryer and towels to enhance your stay. Looking onto the sea, the apartment features kitchen with refrigerators, a stovetop, and kitchenware.
This San Diego hotel in Little Italy with beautiful views of the San Diego harbor is 2.1 km from Petco Park Ballpark and 2.2 km from such shopping venues as the primary San Diego Convention Center. Guests can visit Mee Shim Fine Art, which is about a 5-minute walk away, and the longtime Old Globe Theater which is around 10 minutes' drive from the Porto Vista San Diego.
Also, Amici Park is situated 250 metres away. The nearby notable religious buildings include First Presbyterian Church of San Diego, within a few blocks of the property.
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The Sofia Hotel
Offering a restaurant, the 4-star The Sofia Hotel San Diego lies in the Seodaemun-Gu district, approximately a 25-minute walk from the lush park "Botanical Building" and 3.1 km from such cultural places of interest as the curved Coronado Bridge. Situated within reach of The New Children's Museum, this San Diego hotel boasts air-conditioned rooms along with spa therapy and spa services available onsite.
Overlooking the mountain, some rooms at this hotel feature a stone fireplace furnished with a writing table. Guests will appreciate central heating and ironing equipment, and relax with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathrooms are fitted with bath sheets. Looking onto the swimming pool, the apartment features kitchen with a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and kitchenware.
The hotel is nestled near a historical district 500 metres from House of Blues San Diego Live Music Venue. The Sofia San Diego gives access to The Embarcadero, which is just 11 minutes' walk away.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity of North Embarcadero, located 1.6 km away. The outdoor National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military Bronze Statues is not far from this boutique-style property.
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97$/night
Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Downtown
Offering a location a 5-minute walk from House of Blues San Diego Live Music Venue, Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Downtown hotel offers 287 rooms. Featuring a convenience shop and a restaurant, this hotel is located near the shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza".
Some rooms feature individual climate control and an iron, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi for your convenience. The rooms are furnished with a stone fireplace along with marble flooring. Guests can also enjoy sea views. A kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator, and kitchenware are available in a deluxe king room.
Museum of Photographic Arts is 2.3 km from the 4-star hotel and Cabrillo Bridge is 650 metres away. San Diego Zoo, a 25-minute walk away, is definitely a must-see for family tourists in San Diego.
Guests will also enjoy proximity to Hob Nob Hill, which is 1.8 km away. There is Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Saturday Market an 18-minute stroll away, while 4th Av & Broadway bus station is just around the corner from the Courtyard.
Kid-Friendly Resotrs in San Diego
San Diego is a great destination for families with many kid-friendly resorts to choose from. There are plenty of activities and attractions for families to enjoy in the area, including beaches, amusement parks, museums, and outdoor adventures. Kid-friendly resorts offer amenities and programs that cater to children, such as pool areas, playgrounds, kids' clubs, and organized activities. Families can relax and have fun together while experiencing the beautiful weather and scenery San Diego has to offer.
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Omni San Diego Hotel At The Ballpark
Featuring a summer terrace and spa therapy, the 4-star Omni San Diego Hotel At The Ballpark is located right in the centre of San Diego, about a 25-minute walk from the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum. Offering a location just near Petco Park Stadium, this contemporary hotel overlooks city and has an American-style restaurant.
The air-conditioned rooms are fitted with blackout drapes and climate control; such modern facilities as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and include private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination. Appointed with full-length windows, the rooms also come with tea and coffee making equipment.
The hotel in Gaslamp Quarter with an array of popular clubs and restaurants offers air-conditioned rooms a mere 1.9 km from the curved Coronado Bridge. San Diego Zoo is around 10 minutes away by car, while the 2.7-acre Park at the Park is only a few steps from the Omni.
Offering views of Petco Park, the property is also situated amidst restaurants and bars. Cultural experiences in the area feature the circular San Diego Air & Space Museum, situated 2.2 km from this San Diego hotel.
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100$/night
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Featuring a central location nearly a 5-minute walk from the long scenic Shelter Island Park Shoreline, the smoke-free Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina San Diego boasts 2 hot tubs and 2 outdoor tennis courts. Providing guests with 2 outdoor swimming pools and a hot tub and two hot tubs, this 3-star hotel is located not far from Shoreline Waterfront Park.
The air-conditioned rooms offer an LCD TV set along with air conditioning. Furnished with a writing table, the rooms also have coffee/tea making equipment. These spacious rooms have views of the ocean.
Sunset Cliffs is 3.3 km from the hotel, and Maritime Museum of San Diego is approximately 6 km from it. Point Loma with many seafood eateries which have good views of the harbor and a fun laid back atmosphere, where the Best Western San Diego sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum, which is about 10 minutes' drive away.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity of Americas Cup Harbor, located a mere 1.1 km away. The property is within a 15-minute drive of SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
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217$/night
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa And Marina
The deluxe 4-star Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa And Marina San Diego hotel is located within 25 minutes' walk of SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park and has 3 outdoor swimming pools with a hot tub. Providing sports fans with proximity to iPayOne Center Arena, which is 2.9 km away, the award-winning hotel also includes windsurfing, canoeing, and boating.
There are 430 rooms comprising a balcony and a sitting area. They come with an LCD TV set, as well as such comforts as an iron and ironing board, and climate control. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature tea and coffee making facilities. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as hairdryers and bathrobes. You can enjoy views of the garden.
This San Diego hotel lies around a 5-minute drive from Perez Cove and around a 10-minute ride from Old Point Loma Lighthouse. Located on a coastline, the Hyatt Regency San Diego is just 1.1 km from Vacation Isle.
Visit Model Yacht Pond, 45 minutes by car from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. The area features a number of shopping sites, such as Kobey's Swap Meet Flea Market, which is 2.8 km from the hotel.
Family Friendly Hotels Downtown San Diego
Downtown San Diego offers a great selection of family-friendly hotels that cater specifically to the needs of families traveling with kids. These hotels typically provide spacious rooms, cribs and rollaway beds, on-site dining options, swimming pools, and other fun activities for both kids and adults. With their prime location in the heart of the city, these hotels offer easy access to all major attractions and entertainment venues, making it easy for families to enjoy everything that San Diego has to offer. Whether on a family vacation or a quick getaway, families can find comfort and convenience at the family-friendly hotels in Downtown San Diego.
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Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Wyndham San Diego Bayside hotel is a 14-minute walk from the open - air Headquarters at Seaport Market. Located not far from the outdoor National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military Bronze Statues, the hotel offers views of the skyline and an outdoor swimming pool.
Featuring free Wi-Fi and a multi-channel television, the air-conditioned rooms include coffee and tea makers as well as separate bathrooms with a separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a shower/tub combination. Go out to a furnished balcony to enjoy panoramic views.
Maritime Museum of San Diego is about 200 metres away, while Santa Fe Depot train station is within 400 metres of this perfect hotel. The Bayside also gives access to the longtime Old Globe Theater, which is a 25-minute walk away.
Nature lovers will enjoy the vicinity of Hob Nob Hill, located 1.8 km away. This accommodation stands a few moments from Waterfront Public Park.
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160$/night
El Rancho Motel
El Rancho Motel Coronado, located a 25-minute walk from the lifelike waterside Unconditional Surrender Sculpture, features Wi-Fi in public areas. This motel entices guests with a sunbathing terrace and a golf course as well as views of the courtyard.
Featuring complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the air-conditioned rooms include a mini-fridge-bar as well as private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.
The 3-star hotel is near Coronado with a calm bay where you can paddleboard, kayak, or swim and just a few steps from Coronado Public Library. The Rancho is 1.2 km from Coronado Island and 550 metres from the 8-acre Spreckels Park.
Seaport Village Shopping Complex is a 10-minute drive from this property.
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125$/night
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Nestled in the Seodaemun-Gu district of San Diego, around a 10-minute ride from Fleet Science Center, the 4-star Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and views of the ocean. The hotel is 3.2 km from San Diego Zoo and invites guests to one of the 2 onsite restaurants.
You can choose from one of the 284 allergy-free rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and self-catering amenities like coffee and tea making facilities. Some rooms include a private bathroom.
Located only 550 metres from The New Children's Museum, this San Diego hotel is also in proximity to entertainment venues like Copley Symphony Hall. The Hilton is a mere 6 minutes on foot from the 2.7-acre Park at the Park and approximately 5 minutes on foot from the primary San Diego Convention Center.
Guests might as well visit Pantoja Park, which is merely 0.9 km away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Childrens Public Park, a stone's throw from the accommodation.
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87$/night
Hotel Ash&9Th
Located merely 1.4 km from the 2.7-acre Park at the Park, the smoke-free Hotel Ash&9Th San Diego offers air-conditioned rooms within a 10-minute drive of San Diego Zoo. This 2-star inn features Wi-Fi in public areas.
The property offers 44 rooms with coffee/tea making machines, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Ironing facilities and an air conditioner are featured for guests' comfort.
The hotel in the Seodaemun-Gu district of San Diego is merely 1.3 km from Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Saturday Market and within reach of such shopping venues as the shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza". The Ash&9Th is also a mere 450 metres from House of Blues San Diego Live Music Venue and around 20 minutes' walk from Hob Nob Hill.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Balboa Park, situated 1.1 km away. The nearby entertainment attractions of San Diego include Copley Symphony Hall, which is just 6 minutes' walk away.
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87$/night
Kings Inn
The 3-star Kings Inn San Diego provides proximity to Old Town San Diego, which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. This San Diego inn is 3.8 km from the lush park "Botanical Building" and invites guests to one of the 4 onsite restaurants.
Kings Inn welcomes guests to 111 rooms fitted with an air conditioner as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. Offering hair dryers and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a separate toilet, a shower/bath combination, and a shower/tub combination.
The hotel is nestled in Mission Valley, known for its shopping and entertainment, approximately a 10-minute drive from entertainment sites like the 246-seat theater "Cygnet Theatre". Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is 2.1 km from the Kings Inn and San Diego International airport is 5 km away.
Staying at the accommodation, family travellers have access to San Diego Zoo, which is about a 15-minute ride away.
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181$/night
Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Central
The 3-star Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Central hotel offers proximity to Convoy Street, situated nearly a 25-minute walk away. The hotel is within a 6-km distance of Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and invites guests to one of the 3 onsite restaurants.
This hotel is nestled in Kearny Mesa with a handful of craft breweries with tasting rooms and outdoor shopping plazas with big-box stores, in the immediate vicinity of the restaurant Elbow Room San Diego. Places of worship to visit approximately a 5-minute drive from the Courtyard San Diego include C3 Church.
Also, Centrum Park is situated just 500 metres away. For sport fans the accommodation offers access to SDCCU Multi-Purpose Stadium, which is around 7 km away.
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Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Comprising 145 rooms, the 4-star Comfort Inn Sea World Area San Diego is situated around a 20-minute walk from the coastline. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a fitness studio.
The renovated rooms at this San Diego hotel are fitted with a patio for your convenience. The rooms have a modern-style interior and overlook the city.
This comfortable hotel is about 6 km from USS Midway Interactive Museum, 2.4 km from the bustling Liberty Public Market. The entertainment venues in the Midway-Pacific Highway district include the 246-seat theater "Cygnet Theatre", a short way from the Comfort Inn San Diego.
The inn is located a 10-minute drive from the 19th - century US Whaley House History Museum.
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Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo
The 3-star smoke-free Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo is approximately a 10-minute drive from San Diego Zoo and has a heated outdoor swimming pool plus a fitness centre. Located in a valley, the hotel is within a 7-km distance of SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
The Mission View Inn & Suites has 161 rooms, comprising a sitting area. Free wireless internet and a TV set, along with tea and coffee making facilities, are offered. An ironing set and climate control are featured for guests' comfort. The separate bedrooms come with a wardrobe. The spacious bathrooms include a separate toilet, a shower/bath combination, and a shower/tub combination, as well as comforts such as a hair dryer and towels.
Located near the beach district of San Diego, this San Diego hotel is in proximity to Mission Valley. The Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego offers proximity to such natural sights as the lush park "Botanical Building" (3.6 km) and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (3.8 km).
Guests might as well visit University Heights Park, which is nearly a 10-minute drive away. The upscale Fashion Valley Open-Air Mall also lies 2.8 km away.
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149$/night
Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown
The stylish Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown is nestled right in the centre of San Diego, approximately 600 metres from Amici Park, and features Wi-Fi and a private parking lot. Located in the vicinity of Maritime Museum of San Diego, this smoke-free inn offers a luggage room, and comforts such as a lift and a vending machine.
The air-conditioned rooms comprise a seating area featuring a flat-screen TV with cable channels and premium cable channels along with climate control. Offering amenities such as bath sheets, some bathrooms also have a shower.
The inviting 3-star hotel is only 6 minutes' walk from Waterfront Public Park, 2.2 km from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum. The Hampton Inn San Diego is also within a -km distance of North Embarcadero and immersed in a park and a stadium.
A wildlife park are near the accommodation, and Japanese Friendship Garden is about a 25-minute walk away. Staying at this San Diego hotel, family travellers have access to San Diego Zoo, which is 2.5 km away.
San Diego Family Hotels
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