Top 10 Carmel Valley Hotels of 2026

Aerial panoramic view of Black Mountain and Carmel Mountain neighborhood. San Diego County, California.

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairmont Grand Del Mar	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 983 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 527 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,455 reviews	View

Where to stay in Carmel Valley

Find the best Carmel Valley areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and USS Midway Museum are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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Mission Beach

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

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Gaslamp Quarter

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

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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 Carmel Valley Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Staffs were nice and helpful."

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location! Walking distance from seaport village. The employees were super friendly and the breakfast was amazing! The only odd thing that I encountered that I think is worth mentioning is that the parking stalls in the parking lot are insanely small. I still highly recommend this hotel 100% but the parking lot gave me anxiety when trying to navigate with a rental car."

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful up-to-date location, clean, the staff was extremely nice very resourceful with a quick and easy check-in. When we got to our room, it was spacious. I love that they offered free parking. The breakfast was good for a quick bite and go. They had various items such as yogurt, cheese, fruits, bagels, and waffles that you can make. I would definitely be coming again. It was an affordable and very comfortable accommodation. Thank you guys!!"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent

"Great little place to stay. We went to sea world from Orange County and I didn’t want to drive back at night so we stayed just for the night. Room is just what you would expect. The highlight was the heated pool. San Diego is always cold at night so it was perfect for the kids."

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

8/10 Good

"We came to SD for our daughter’s graduation and commissioning. We had the ocean view villa. Our room was spacious and had an excellent view of the bay. Staff was always pleasant and helpful with requests. The only negative was the room had a musty smell and we were so busy I didn’t think to mention until last day. The staff quickly tried to remedy the smell . The last day the bathroom toilet was leaking sewer smells as the toilet was loose and rocked. That was the camel that broke the camels back as it forced me to call and complain. Which the staff acted quickly and fixed the rocking toilet . Overall we really enjoyed our stay there and would come back."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmel Valley like?

Carmel Valley is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Meadows Del Mar Golf Club and The Grand Golf Club as part of your Carmel Valley travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Carmel Valley?

Based on our traveller data, DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmel Valley. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Carmel Valley area?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmel Valley 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 Carmel Valley, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Carmel Valley.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Carmel Valley, look into Meadows Del Mar Golf Club and The Grand Golf Club. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, Los Penasquitos Marsh Nature Preserve and San Diego Polo Fields are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Carmel Valley hotels

1. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

2. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

5. San Diego Marriott Del Mar

6. Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar

7. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

8. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

9. Lakehouse Resort

10. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

11. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

12. West Inn & Suites

13. Kings Inn San Diego

14. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

15. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

16. Heritage Inn San Diego

17. California Suites Hotel

18. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

19. Oceanside Inn & Suites

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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Where to stay in Carmel Valley

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Carmel Valley Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

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