North Central San Diego, CA

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Where to stay in North Central San Diego

Great Hotel with beautiful grounds, multiple pools, tennis courts, golf course

Carmel Valley

4.5/5(406 area reviews)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Carmel Valley. Make a stop by top sights like Meadows Del Mar Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Carmel Valley
This is a 7 mile loop trail that has a waterfall and great for walking or hiking for everyone regardless of skill level. Beautiful scenery

Rancho Peñasquitos

4/5(214 area reviews)

Visitors highly recommend Rancho Peñasquitos for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Rancho Penasquitos Tennis Center while you're in town.

Rancho Peñasquitos
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Black Mountain Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Black Mountain Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Black Mountain Open Space Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza.

Black Mountain Ranch
The most amazing avocado toast you’ll ever have! Not to mention their avocado smoothie is to die for. #LikeALocal

Pacific Highlands Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Pacific Highlands Ranch
If you’re looking for a beautiful plant nursery, this is your place. It’s massive and has hundreds of fruits, vegetables, house & outside plants to choose from. #LikeALocal

Torrey Highlands

While Torrey Highlands might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mountain Plaza and Black Mountain Open Space Park.

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Del Mar Mesa

While Del Mar Mesa isn't home to many top sights, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Del Mar Mesa
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
The price is NT$3,847 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
NT$3,847
NT$4,383 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,944 reviews)
We had a great stay. The room was clean, the staff friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was excellent.

Reviewed on 2026/1/7

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is NT$5,321 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
NT$5,321
NT$7,502 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,237 reviews)
Spotless

Reviewed on 2026/1/6

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is NT$3,741 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
NT$3,741
NT$4,300 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,264 reviews)
Beautiful views from room 248! Great service throughout our stay from all the departments! Quiet, serenely quiet which we really enjoyed. Everything was clean, spacious, kept up and easy to navigate.

Reviewed on 2026/1/6

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (621 reviews)
Great stay, and guy at help desk actually did help!

Reviewed on 2026/1/6

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,619 reviews)
The room smelled of mildew and the noise from the upper level was loud. We called about the upper level noise and nothing was done. The location of the property is great but the rooms are a bit smelly.

Reviewed on 2026/1/7

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4.5 out of 5
1331 Columbia St San Diego CA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (359 reviews)
Great location and amenities In building. Wish pool was heated. Apartment clean and well appointed

Reviewed on 2026/1/4

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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