What is University City like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in San Diego's University City neighbourhood. Are you looking for University City travel tips? Make sure that you visit Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University City?

Based on our traveller data, San Diego Marriott La Jolla is one of the top choices for your stay in University City. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from University of California, San Diego, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla and Hyatt Regency La Jolla .

How many hotels will I find in the University City area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 73 University City hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in University City.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in University City are Westfield UTC and San Diego Mormon Temple. La Jolla Beach and Epstein Family Amphitheater are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.

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

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Executive Drive Station, University Town Center Station or Voigt Drive Station.

Top 10 University City Hotels of 2026

A sunset over a calm body of water with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Our top choices for University City hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City

Jagjit

RM1,072 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

2. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

University City

Yulia

RM1,030 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

3. Hyatt Regency La Jolla

University City

Diana

RM1,228 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

3.5 km from University City

Kimberly

RM836 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

5. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

3.6 km from University City

Malia

RM791 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

3.3 km from University City

Wan Chi

RM645 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

7. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

Carmel Valley, 7.3 km from University City

Nora

RM682 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

8. Pleasant Inn

5.7 km from University City

Nicolas

RM439 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

9. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Pacific Beach, 7.7 km from University City

Aericka

RM530 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

10. California Suites Hotel

5.7 km from University City

Michael J

RM489 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

11. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

6.5 km from University City

Isabell

RM1,040 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

12. Empress Hotel of La Jolla

6.5 km from University City

Aileen

RM1,385 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

13. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

9.8 km from University City

Shellie

RM1,020 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

15.9 km from University City

Edward

RM818 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

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

13 km from University City

Debbie

RM691 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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

14.4 km from University City

Tirthankar

RM790 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego, 12.8 km from University City

LEISA

RM767 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

12.5 km from University City

Benedict

RM652 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

19. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

13 km from University City

Kerian

RM665 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

20. Sheraton San Diego Resort

16.2 km from University City

Karen

RM1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

View all properties

Where to stay in University City

Find the best University City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A plaza with a traditional building, benches, and a large tree.

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 Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

See properties

A beach with surfers and swimmers during sunset.

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.

See properties

A roller coaster under construction with scaffolding and a ticket booth in the foreground.

Mission Beach

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

See properties

Gaslamp Quarter

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

See properties

An aerial view of a coastal city with a marina, a large body of water, and a peninsula with buildings.

Mission Bay

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

See properties

Top University City Hotel Reviews

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The beach was easy to get to, just steps away."

Hyatt Regency La Jolla

10/10 Excellent

"Smooth check in process. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff! Tiana was so kind and really great to chat with during the check-in process. I got there early and they did everything to get my room ready quickly so we wouldn’t have to wait around which was so nice. Room was clean and spacious. There were a few things that probably need a little TLC but I imagine it’s because the hotel is busy so there’s bound to be a few things that get overlooked due to the high volume of guests. I would absolutely go back to this hotel and stay again. Also appreciate the easy access to dining, shopping and grocery stores!"

Hotels in University City, San Diego

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Our top choices for University City hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

2. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

3. Hyatt Regency La Jolla

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

5. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

7. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

8. Pleasant Inn

9. GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

10. California Suites Hotel

11. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

12. Empress Hotel of La Jolla

13. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

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

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

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

19. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

20. Sheraton San Diego Resort

Where to stay in University City

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top University City Hotel Reviews

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia