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  • Convey Family Convey Family said

    Monday - What a whirlwind tour of San Diego we have had.  It was a bit of a trial getting here with a 5am wake up in Cross Plains to... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Convey Family
  • Traveling Kings Traveling Kings said

    We got up bright & early to begin our day. As our company-paid stay at the Omni was over, we packed up and checked out of the hotel b... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Traveling Kings
  • Malcolm Malcolm said

    Had to get up and be at the bus stop around 8:30am (I think). The first bus was full, so had to wait for a second one which was running... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Malcolm
  • Travelling Family Travelling Family said

    We remain on the campsite in Mission Bay for Sunday and Monday.  Sunday is spent out at San Diego Zoo.  This Zoo is renowned as... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Travelling Family
  • the Murray girls the Murray girls said

    San Diego is a really nice town...nice weather, great beaches, and friendly people.  While there, we had a great time staying with o... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler the Murray girls
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  • 1. The Sofia Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 1278 reviews from 7 sources

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    The Sofia Hotel
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 1278 reviews
    from 7 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
    • "I would recommend the sofia hotel to others for a short stay." — source Skoosh

      "I would recommend The Sofia Hotel to anybody interested in staying in downtown San Diego." — source Hotels.com

  • 2. Park Manor Suites

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 21 reviews from 3 sources

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    Park Manor Suites
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 21 reviews
    from 3 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    • "Lots of good places to eat in the Hillcrest area within walking distance (especially recommend the Crest Cafe for breakfast and the Golden Dragon for dinner." — source Orbitz

      "It's a quirky hotel, and if you don't care about modern amenities, then this might be a good choice- I am still undecided as to whether I'd stay there again." — source Priceline

  • 3. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 219 reviews from 3 sources

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    Gaslamp Plaza Suites
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 219 reviews
    from 3 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
    • "If I choose this hotel next time, I would highly recommend staying in the bigger rooms because they're more modern and does not have as many problems." — source Hotels.com

      "Overall, it was a nice stay and I wouldn't mind a repeat visit." — source Travelocity

  • 4. Embassy Suites San Diego Bay - Downtown

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 176 reviews from 5 sources

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    Embassy Suites San Diego Bay - Downtown
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 176 reviews
    from 5 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
    • "Overall its accomodating for short stays in San Diego." — source Hotels.com

      "Ilike it so muchI never been before in that kind hotel its preaty nice one andI will recommended everybody who wants to go somewhere." — source Priceline

  • 5. Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.2 out of 5 based on 34 reviews from 3 sources

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    Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 34 reviews
    from 3 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
    • "great hotel, no complaints just hotel." — source Hotels.com

      "The rooms are recently remodled and very clean." — source Orbitz

  • 6. The Bristol

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.2 out of 5 based on 601 reviews from 5 sources

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    The Bristol
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    Based on 601 reviews
    from 5 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
    • "I would recommend this hotel to anyone as long as they don't have to pay the regular hotel rates that don't even include parking." — source Hotels.com

      "Overall, a good choice compared to similar nearby hotels." — source Travelocity

  • 7. Horton Grand Hotel

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.1 out of 5 based on 469 reviews from 4 sources

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    Horton Grand Hotel
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    Based on 469 reviews
    from 4 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
    • "We would stay there again in a minute." — source Orbitz

      "I would not recommend staying here if the hotel is busy - unless you don't mind the noise." — source Travelocity

  • 8. Holiday Inn Express Downtown

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.1 out of 5 based on 129 reviews from 4 sources

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    Holiday Inn Express Downtown
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 129 reviews
    from 4 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
    • "The Holiday Inn Express was a great hotel for the price you pay." — source Hotels.com

      "The room and hotel overall were clean, updated and comfortable." — source Travelocity

  • 9. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.0 out of 5 based on 230 reviews from 4 sources

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    Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 230 reviews
    from 4 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
    • "I would recommend the hotel and would definitely stay again." — source Expedia

      "The hotel was very clean, everyone was very attentive and welcoming." — source Orbitz

  • 10. Doubletree San Diego Downtown

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.0 out of 5 based on 140 reviews from 5 sources

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    Doubletree San Diego Downtown
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    Highly Recommended
    Based on 140 reviews
    from 5 sources
    Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
    Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
    • "The staff was very nice and was able to recommend a really good place to eat within walking distance." — source Orbitz

      "Overall the room was clean, roomy and I loved the balcony." — source Hotels.com

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