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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,121 reviews	View
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
The Sofia Hotel	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,318 reviews	View

Where to stay in Civic Core

Find the best Civic Core areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown San Diego

Cultural and financial hub, Downtown San Diego boasts the Symphony, Opera, theaters, museums, and historic sites like Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy diverse shops, dining, nightlife, and convenient public transport options.

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Pacific Beach

Boasting a lively nightlife scene, Pacific Beach offers miles of sandy shores, a bustling 3.2-mile boardwalk, and attractions like Crystal Pier and Kate Sessions Park. Enjoy local shops, bars, and eateries along the vibrant walkway.

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Mission Beach

Spanning nearly two miles of oceanfront, this sandbar community offers sunbathing, surfing, and beach volleyball, with nearby attractions like Belmont Park's Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and SeaWorld in Mission Bay Park.

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Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego's historic district boasts Victorian-era buildings, now housing vibrant restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Stroll from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and 4th to 6th Avenue, admiring the newly installed gaslamps at Market Street.

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Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Civic Core Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Room was perfect. Everything nice and clean, very modern."

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful in providing a room before the usual 4:00PM check-in time. We were able to get situated, freshen up, rest and get ready for the Padres vs Dodgers game. The room was very clean, brought up to date and extremely comfortable. I love the fitness and yoga rooms. The location of Hotel Sofia is perfect; a nice equidistant walk to Little Italy, Gaslamp and the water."

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was welcoming and friendly. There were parking spots directly outside of our room, and the beach was only 30 yards from our hotel door. It was a fun place, and we played mini golf twice and rented bikes to ride through the property! My kids loved swimming in all the pools and lounging on the beach. Great family fun and it was close enough that we could drive 5 minutes out to the grocery store and grab food for the hotel."

Frequently asked questions

What is Civic Core like?

Civic Core is a welcoming neighborhood known for its bar scene and interesting historical sites. Are you looking for Civic Core travel tips? Be sure to check out San Diego Civic Theatre and House of Blues San Diego while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Civic Core?

Based on our traveler data, The Sofia Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Civic Core. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from San Diego Convention Center, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego and The Bristol Hotel San Diego.

How many hotels are there in the Civic Core area?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodations in Civic Core to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Civic Core, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Civic Core.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Civic Core?

For more details about updating your trip to Civic Core or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What is there to do around this San Diego neighborhood?

Attractions like San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego Opera, and Copley Symphony Hall highlight San Diego's cultural scene. House of Blues San Diego and Voodoo Room at the House of Blues San Diego are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Don't miss favorite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Petco Park, San Diego Zoo, and Hotel del Coronado. While you're out sightseeing in San Diego, be sure to visit other sights like Hotel Circle or Port of San Diego.

How can I get around Civic Core and the greater San Diego area?

If you want to see more of the city, 5th Avenue Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Civic Center Station and Civic Center Station.

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Our top choices for Civic Core hotels

1. The Sofia Hotel

2. Westgate Hotel

3. Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4. The Bristol Hotel San Diego

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

6. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

7. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

8. Penthouse High-rise Ocean City Views

9. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

10. Valli Hi Motel

11. Sheraton San Diego Resort

12. Lafayette Hotel & Club

13. Heritage Inn San Diego

14. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

15. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

16. Best Western Americana Inn

17. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

18. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

19. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

20. Hotel Z

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Where to stay in Civic Core

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Civic Core Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

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