Hillcrest California Hotels & Motels

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The Hillcrest center point is about the area of Loma Portal and the area of Old Town.

Part of sunny San Diego, Hillcrest is a must-visit when in California. Located a quick 10-minute drive from San Diego's downtown, Hillcrest makes room for a delightful exploration of the city's most pervasive thrills. On one end of the city, the illustrious Balboa Park - the nation's largest urban cultural park, brims with gardens, museums, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. On the other, the shimmering Pacific coastline offers a calming retreat – a day at the beach, unwinding under the golden sun or trying your hand at surfing. Strolling through Hillcrest, you'll find a kaleidoscope of local businesses that cater to every whim. From enticing restaurants and cozy cafés to lively bars and nightclubs, Hillcrest has plenty to see and do. For those with a treasure hunter's spirit, the area is a goldmine. Explore quirky thrift stores, cheeky adult novelty shops, and independent specialty stores that sprinkle the streets with character. Venturing from Hillcrest, travelers find themselves wrapped in the charm of Southern California. Neighboring cities like La Jolla offer striking beach views and upscale shopping experiences, while the cultural richness of Tijuana, Mexico, is only a short 30-minute drive away. These proximity perks make Hillcrest the ideal base camp for a diverse geographical adventure. Hillcrest, CA offers a diverse selection of accommodations, including hotels, motels, inns, and suites, catering to a wide range of preferences and budgets. This vibrant area is known for its welcoming atmosphere and convenient location, making it an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions and experiencing local culture. Staying in Hillcrest means you're just steps away from an array of trendy shops, eclectic eateries, and lively entertainment venues. Whatever your budget or style, Hillcrest promises a comfy stay that feels like home, ensuring a memorable visit where relaxation and excitement go hand in hand. With its unique mix of warmth and diversity, it's a corner of the city that promises memories as varied as its community. More from this guide...

Hillcrest Hotels, Motels & Accommodations

Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld - San Diego
+1-888-389-4121
3275 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-389-4121 ~0.10 miles west of Hillcrest
  • Economy Beach property
  • Free breakfast
From£37
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Diego Sea World : 3330 Rosecrans St.
+1-888-675-2083
3330 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-675-2083 ~0.13 miles northwest of Hillcrest
  • Low Cost Suburban property
  • 98 sleeping rooms in hotel
From£45
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Near Sea World in San Diego
+1-800-716-8490
3350 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-800-716-8490 ~0.17 miles north of Hillcrest
  • Low priced Airport hotel
  • Hotel has 3 floors
From£45
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Americas Best Value Inn Loma Lodge
+1-800-805-5223
3202 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-800-805-5223 ~0.18 miles west of Hillcrest
  • Cheap Airport hotel
  • Check-in: 3pm
From£36
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Old Town Inn : 4444 Pacific Highway
+1-888-965-1860
4444 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-965-1860 ~0.50 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • Two-star Suburban property
  • Hotel has 2 suites
From£67
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Comfort Inn Sea World Area
+1-888-788-5576
3880 Greenwood St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-788-5576 ~0.62 miles north of Hillcrest
  • Cheap Airport hotel
  • 3 floors in property
From£54
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Four Points by Sheraton San Diego - SeaWorld
+1-888-897-9207
3888 Green Wood St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-897-9207 ~0.64 miles north of Hillcrest
  • Affordable Airport property
  • Gym is available on property
From£60
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Wyndham Garden San Diego Near Seaworld in San Diego
+1-888-311-4278
3737 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110 Website +1-888-311-4278 ~0.69 miles northwest of Hillcrest
  • 3-star Oceanfront hotel
  • Hotel has 192 suites
From£51
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Old Town - San Diego
+1-888-469-4795
2435 Jefferson St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-469-4795 ~0.71 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Three Star Airport property
  • Fitness center on property
From£74
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Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town - San Diego
+1-888-734-9421
2380 Moore St., San Diego, CA 92110 Website +1-888-734-9421 ~0.73 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Midscale Airport property
  • 79 sleeping rooms in hotel
From£60
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Old Town Western Inn & Suites - San Diego
+1-888-841-5292
3889 Arista St., San Diego, CA 17448 +1-888-841-5292 ~0.75 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Mid-scale property
  • Check-in time: 4:00
From£67
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Western Inn : 3889 Arista St.
+1-888-455-5160
3889 Arista St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-455-5160 ~0.75 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Economical Suburban property
  • 3 suites in property
From£74
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Ramada by Wyndham Near Seaworld / Mission Beach : 3747 Midway Dr.
+1-888-965-8297
3747 Midway Dr., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-965-8297 ~0.75 miles northwest of Hillcrest
  • 3 star Suburban hotel
  • Check-in: 3:00pm
From£60
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town : 3900 Old Town Ave.
+1-888-906-6358
3900 Old Town Ave., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-906-6358 ~0.84 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Mid-scale Highway property
  • Airport shuttle provided
From£82
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Moore Place : 2254 Moore St.
+1-888-749-6785
2254 Moore St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-749-6785 ~0.85 miles east of Hillcrest
  • 2 star hotel
From£45
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Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town in San Diego
+1-888-878-9982
4041 Harney St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-878-9982 ~0.86 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • Three Star Airport hotel
  • 3 floors in hotel
From£74
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Sunshine Suites at Midway
+1-888-389-4485
3889 Midway Dr., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-389-4485 ~0.91 miles northwest of Hillcrest
  • 3-star Beach hotel
  • 12 rooms in property
From£86
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Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town / Seaworld Area
+1-888-389-4121
4200 Taylor St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-389-4121 ~0.95 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • Mid-scale Suburban property
  • 179 rooms in hotel
From£60
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Heritage Inn San Diego
+1-888-675-2083
3333 Channel Way, San Diego, CA 92110 +1-888-675-2083 ~0.96 miles northwest of Hillcrest
  • Inexpensive Beach hotel
  • 3 floors in property
From£32
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG
+1-800-716-8490
3950 Jupiter St., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-800-716-8490 ~1.01 miles northwest of Hillcrest
  • Three Star property
  • 2 suites in property
From£89
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Holiday Inn Express Airport Old Town
+1-800-805-5223
1955 San Diego Ave., San Diego, CA 92110 +1-800-805-5223 ~1.16 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Inexpensive Airport property
  • Complimentary breakfast is offered
From£56
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 Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station in San Diego
+1-888-965-1860
2211 Lee Court, San Diego, CA 92101 +1-888-965-1860 ~1.22 miles south of Hillcrest
  • Midscale Airport property
  • 29 suites in hotel
From£74
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station - San Diego
+1-888-788-5576
2592 Laning Rd., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-788-5576 ~1.23 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Three Star Riverfront hotel
  • 4 floors in hotel
From£109
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Towneplace Stes Arpt Marriott
+1-888-897-9207
2311 Lee Court, San Diego, CA 92101 +1-888-897-9207 ~1.23 miles south of Hillcrest
  • Three Star property
  • 222 suites in property
From£67
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Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station in San Diego
+1-888-311-4278
2576 Laning Rd., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-311-4278 ~1.33 miles south of Hillcrest
  • 3-star Airport hotel
  • Shuttle to airport available
From£97
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Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego â?? Zoo/SeaWorld Area
+1-888-469-4795
2485 Hotel Circle Place, San Diego, CA 92108 Website +1-888-469-4795 ~1.43 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • 3 star Suburban property
  • Check-in: 04:00
From£62
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Sheraton San Diego Resort
+1-888-734-9421
1380 Harbor Island Dr., San Diego, CA 92101 +1-888-734-9421 ~1.47 miles south of Hillcrest
  • High end Resort hotel
  • 12 floors in hotel
From£94
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Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island - San Diego
+1-888-841-5292
1960 Harbor Island Dr., San Diego, CA 92101 +1-888-841-5292 ~1.49 miles south of Hillcrest
  • Three Star Downtown hotel
  • 211 rooms in hotel
From£73
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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
+1-888-455-5160
2424 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-455-5160 ~1.52 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • Two-star Suburban hotel
  • Check-in: 4:00 pm
From£45
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Extended Stay America San Diego - Hotel Circle in San Diego
+1-888-965-8297
2087 Hotel Cir South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-965-8297 ~1.53 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • 2-star Beach property
  • 3 suites in hotel
From£59
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Crowne Plaza San Diego Mission Valley
+1-888-906-6358
2270 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-906-6358 ~1.56 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • Three Star Suburban hotel
  • 419 rooms in hotel
From£54
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Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area in San Diego
+1-888-749-6785
2201 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-749-6785 ~1.59 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • Mid-scale Downtown hotel
  • 2 floors in property
From£44
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Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley
+1-888-878-9982
1865 Hotel Cir South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-878-9982 ~1.61 miles northeast of Hillcrest
  • Midscale property
  • 192 rooms in property
From£126
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Hampton Inn San Diego / Mission Valley - San Diego
+1-888-389-4485
2151 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-389-4485 ~1.63 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Midscale Suburban property
  • Hotel has 182 rooms
From£55
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Consulate Hotel Airport/Sea World San Diego Area in San Diego
+1-888-389-4121
2901 Nimitz Blvd., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-389-4121 ~1.69 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Economy Airport hotel
  • Hotel has 110 rooms
From£30
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DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside - San Diego
+1-888-675-2083
4875 North Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-675-2083 ~1.71 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Affordable Airport property
  • Shuttle from airport available
From£112
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Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel in San Diego
+1-800-716-8490
5005 North Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-800-716-8490 ~1.81 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Mid-scale Airport hotel
  • 105 rooms in property
From£64
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle - San Diego
+1-800-805-5223
1631 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-800-805-5223 ~1.85 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Two-star Highway property
  • Check in time: 3:00 pm
From£39
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Hotel Aqua Mar
+1-888-965-1860
1510 Rosecran St., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-965-1860 ~1.86 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Two-star Beach property
  • 16 sleeping rooms in hotel
From£44
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Comfort Inn San Diego at the Harbor - San Diego
+1-888-788-5576
5102 North Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92106 Website +1-888-788-5576 ~1.89 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • 2 star Oceanfront property
  • Free complimentary breakfast
From£70
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The Monsaraz San Diego Tapestry Collection by Hilton : 1451 Rosecrans St.
+1-888-897-9207
1451 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-897-9207 ~1.91 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Affordable Riverfront property
  • 3 floors in property
From£113
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The Monsaraz Tapestry by Hilton in San Diego
+1-888-311-4278
2912 Garrison St., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-311-4278 ~1.92 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Three Star property
  • Check in: 15:00
From£67
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DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Hotel Circle
+1-888-469-4795
1515 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 Website +1-888-469-4795 ~1.93 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Four-star Downtown hotel
  • 8 floors in property
From£104
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Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport - San Diego
+1-888-734-9421
1403 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-734-9421 ~1.95 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Inexpensive Airport hotel
  • Airport shuttle provided
From£51
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The Pearl Hotel
+1-888-841-5292
1410 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-841-5292 ~1.96 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Mid-scale Airport hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
From£53
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Candlewood Suites San Diego
+1-888-455-5160
1335 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-455-5160 ~1.97 miles east of Hillcrest
  • 3 star Highway hotel
  • Access to gym on-site
From£42
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Kings Inn Hotel
+1-888-965-8297
1333 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-965-8297 ~1.99 miles east of Hillcrest
  • 3 star Downtown hotel
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy See policy
From£73
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Hotel Point Loma : 2933 Fenelon St.
+1-888-906-6358
2933 Fenelon St., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-906-6358 ~1.99 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • 2-star Beach property
  • Check-in time: 3:00PM
Sea Harbor Hotel
+1-888-749-6785
1325 Scott St., San Diego, CA 92106 +1-888-749-6785 ~2.05 miles southwest of Hillcrest
  • Two-star Airport property
  • 40 rooms in hotel
From£45
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The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo - San Diego
+1-888-878-9982
1201 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 +1-888-878-9982 ~2.12 miles east of Hillcrest
  • Midscale Highway hotel
  • 2 floors in property
From£60
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Discovering Hillcrest, CA: Ideal Times for Your Visit

Hillcrest, CA enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, making it a year-round destination with each season offering its own unique activities. In spring, the neighborhood bursts with color, and the Hillcrest Farmers Market becomes a lively hub for fresh produce and artisanal goods every Sunday. Summer brings warm, sunny days perfect for exploring the area's vibrant dining scene and attending the annual Hillcrest CityFest in August, renowned for its live music, arts, and crafts. The area is bursting with life and color, especially during the annual San Diego Pride Festival every July. Winter in Hillcrest is mild, making it an ideal time for leisurely strolls through Balboa Park, and the Hillcrest Taste 'n' Tinis event in December combines holiday cheer with delicious cuisine and festive cocktails. Whenever you visit, Hillcrest, CA is all about creating unforgettable memories.

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Exploring Hillcrest: A Guide to Fun Attractions

Part of San Diego, Hillcrest is a delightful launchpad for some of the city's most iconic attractions. Just a hop away is the legendary Balboa Park, a sprawling urban oasis where culture meets nature in the most enchanting way. Spend the day wandering through its lush gardens, captivating museums, and stunning Spanish Colonial Revival architecture—it's a dream for Instagram lovers and daydreamers alike. Not far from there, you'll hear the roars and chirps of the San Diego Zoo, home to over 12,000 animals from around the globe. It's a place where you can channel your inner adventurer and explore lush habitats, maybe even crossing paths with a giant panda or two. For history buffs or anyone who loves a good story, the USS Midway Museum offers a hands-on journey through maritime history aboard a historic aircraft carrier. Climbing aboard this floating city, you can explore dozens of restored aircraft and get a taste of what life was like at sea. Hillcrest and its nearby attractions promise a day packed with wonder and excitement. And, of course, after a day of exploring, there's nothing better than heading back to Hillcrest for some well-deserved downtime.

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