San Diego: our three hotels side by side

Our three hotel picks in San Diego side by side: guest score, reviews, stars, area and reference price per night.

Budget
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
Best Value
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Luxury
InterContinental San Diego by IHG
Guest score8.1/108.3/108.2/10
Reviews2,595652222
Stars★★★★★★★★★★★★★
AreaMidway-Pacific HighwayDowntown San DiegoDowntown San Diego
Reference price per night€111€195€658
Guests like
  • Location: A short drive to Sea World, the airport, and nearby beaches.
  • Cleanliness: Rooms and facilities are kept spotless and well-maintained.
Guests mention
  • Breakfast: Tasty options like waffles, but the dining area is small and often crowded.
Good forpets, parking, gym, ac, breakfast

Which one?

Choose Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area if price matters most, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown for the best balance of score and price, and InterContinental San Diego by IHG if you want the best-reviewed upscale stay.

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Prices are reference rates for a 2-night stay for 2 adults (10 to 12 Nov 2026), not live quotes. Scores and review counts are Booking.com snapshots from September 2026. Always check the current price before quoting it as today's.