What's it like in Mid-City?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting San Diego's Mid-City neighborhood. Are you looking for Mid-City travel tips? Be sure to check out Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Mid-City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU is the highest ranked property in Mid-City. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other favorite options in the area include Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego and Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU .

How many hotels will I find in Mid-City?

Expedia has 244 hotels and other accommodations in Mid-City 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 Mid-City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Mid-City.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Mid-City?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Mid-City, click here .

What is there to do in this San Diego neighborhood?

Sights like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater, San Diego Police Museum, and Little Saigon can be part of your cultural tour of Mid-City. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Viejas Arena and San Diego State University Art Gallery are some other places worth a visit. Peterson Gymnasium, San Diego Voice & Viewpoint, and Aztec Tennis Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Mid-City. Til-Two Club and The Tower Bar are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.

How can I get around Mid-City and the greater San Diego area?

If you want to see more of the city, SDSU Transit Center Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Alvarado Station and Grantville Station.

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1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Mid-City

Andres

NT$3,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror on the wall.

2. Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU

Mid-City

Jon

NT$2,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A row of potted plants with red and purple flowers along a building's exterior wall.

3. Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

Mid-City

scott

NT$2,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

10 km from Mid-City

Ahmad

NT$5,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6.9 km from Mid-City

Heather

NT$10,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

10.8 km from Mid-City

Edith

NT$5,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal trays.

7. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

13.7 km from Mid-City

Daniel

NT$5,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

12.1 km from Mid-City

Brandon

NT$4,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8.8 km from Mid-City

Monique

NT$4,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A breakfast bar with La Quinta branding, a coffee machine, and a waffle display.

10. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

12.7 km from Mid-City

Luis

NT$3,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel breakfast area with a long counter displaying various food items, including fruits, pastries, and a coffee station.

11. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

11.4 km from Mid-City

Antonia

NT$4,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating, a chess table, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

13 km from Mid-City

David

NT$5,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

13. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

11 km from Mid-City

Yesenia

NT$4,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and potted plants.

14. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

12.6 km from Mid-City

Lori

NT$4,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

15. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

10.8 km from Mid-City

Blake Douglas

NT$4,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A high-rise building complex with multiple floors, large windows, and a waterfront view.

16. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Marina District, 11.1 km from Mid-City

Petra

NT$7,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 11 - Dec 12

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

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

11.4 km from Mid-City

Alejandra

NT$5,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a reception desk, and large windows offering views of the city.

18. Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

18.4 km from Mid-City

Rosemary

NT$6,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

19. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

9.7 km from Mid-City

Kathy

NT$6,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats and a bridge in the distance.

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside

10.5 km from Mid-City

Luis

NT$6,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

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Compare popular hotels in Mid-City

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,467 reviews	View
Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 246 reviews	View
Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU	2.0 star property	6.6 1,004 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,029 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 2,140 reviews	View

Where to stay in Mid-City

Find the best Mid-City 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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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 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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Mission Bay

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

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Top Mid-City Hotel Reviews

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

10/10 Excellent

"My room was clean and enjoy my stay and definitely was worth the price"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8/10 Good

"Hotel doesn't offer breakfast. $34 for resort fees, they said because of the pool. We didn't go to the pool. Hotel is outdated, they said it is being remodeled, but room was OK for one night. It's across the street from the cruise terminal, so it's convenient, no shuttle or Uber needed. It was pricey because it's right in front of terminal"

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1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2. Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU

3. Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

7. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

10. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

11. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

12. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

13. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

14. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

15. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

16. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

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

18. Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

19. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside

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Where to stay in Mid-City

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Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Beach

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Top Mid-City Hotel Reviews

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

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