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Our top choices for University Heights hotels

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

1. Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,106 reviews)
"All of the staff in this fabulous place were amazing and so friendly."
United States
Stacey
The price is RM1,115
RM1,282 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lafayette Hotel & Club
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
4.0 star property
1.9 km from University Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,861 reviews)
"The property was clean, the room was nice and the pool area was so relaxing."
United States
Jenelle
The price is RM552
RM635 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley
An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

3. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
2.5 star property
3.4 km from University Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,813 reviews)
"Great stay good breakfast, good location"
United States
Slawomir
The price is RM552
RM634 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley
A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 star property
4.1 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,097 reviews)
"Love the hotel, the breakfast was good and the staff was exceptional."
United States
Patricia
The price is RM625
RM719 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
3.5 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,742 reviews)
"Clean room, very friendly staff, great breakfast."
United States
Edith
The price is RM628
RM722 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

6. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
1.9 km from University Heights
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4,017 reviews)
"Stayed here multiple times with everything as expected."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is RM345
RM397 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Best Western Seven Seas
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

7. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
2.3 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,103 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay at."
United States
christopher
The price is RM662
RM761 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego, 4.4 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,215 reviews)
"great Breakfast and Great Location"
United States
Daniel
The price is RM498
RM572 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a bookshelf.

9. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
2.5 star property
4 km from University Heights
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,082 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room, good breakfast, nice staff."
United States
Antonia
The price is RM522
RM601 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
7.6 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The location is very convenient for my needs, the staff is helpful and kind. It is a comfortable place to stay."
United States
Marjorie
The price is RM519
RM597 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

11. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego, 4.5 km from University Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,191 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
shon
The price is RM585
RM672 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
2.5 star property
6.8 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,741 reviews)
"Love to stay here, very nice accommodations, quiet, great service, the airport shuttle very convenient."
United States
MANUEL
The price is RM613
RM705 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

13. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
8.6 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with very friendly staff"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is RM465
RM534 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and modern lighting fixtures.

14. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG
2.5 star property
6.9 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"Very nice cloae to everything stores, restaurants airport."
United States
Regina
The price is RM519
RM596 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG
A modern hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating, a chess table, and a well-maintained lawn.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
4.0 star property
5.6 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,451 reviews)
"Everything about this place was great."
United States
Evelin
The price is RM621
RM714 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town
A hotel complex with multiple buildings, a landscaped garden, and a body of water reflecting the sunset.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
3.0 star property
7.2 km from University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,701 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Alicia
The price is RM747
RM859 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

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

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
Old Town San Diego, 4.9 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,540 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel for a quick stay."
United States
Kristen
The price is RM588
RM676 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

18. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
3.6 km from University Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,437 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Thao
The price is RM482
RM556 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

19. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4.0 star property
4.9 km from University Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6,357 reviews)
"Close to sites and staff was very kind and helpful"
United States
Sarah
The price is RM622
RM863 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
3.0 star property
7.1 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,244 reviews)
"Clean Nice Hotel"
United States
Jaycie Nicole
The price is RM760
RM874 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
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Compare top hotels in University Heights

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

Lafayette Hotel & Club

4.0 star property
University Heights
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An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

4.0 star property
1.9 km from University Heights
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An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

2.5 star property
3.4 km from University Heights
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A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 star property
4.1 km from University Heights
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An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

3.0 star property
3.5 km from University Heights
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9.4
Exceptional
2,106 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,861 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,813 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,097 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,742 reviews
The price is RM1,115
RM1,282 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The price is RM552
RM635 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is RM552
RM634 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The price is RM625
RM719 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The price is RM628
RM722 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
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  • No Spa
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  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Hotels recommended for families in University Heights

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,106)
The price is RM1,115
RM1,282 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Where to stay in University Heights

Find the best University Heights areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large stadium with the sign "Cobo Park" and palm trees around it.

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.

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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.

A theater marquee with ornate designs and the name "Gaslamp Quarter".

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 Beach

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

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 Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Top University Heights Hotel Reviews

The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

8/10 Good
"The property is beautiful and it does feel resort like, but it’s a lot different in person. The Marina view rooms are like motels where cars are parked outside your front door and there is a big walk way in front of the only window facing the marina. It not very private and you can only enjoy the view from your room if you don’t mind people walking right against your window and peering in. There was also a cockroach in my room but it was an outdoor cockroach, not the kind that hitches a ride home with you. With all that being said I still really liked the hotel and would probably stay on the tropical side next time."
Tedros 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Dana on Mission Bay

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University Heights?
Travellers to San Diego's University Heights neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for University Heights travel tips? Make sure that you visit San Diego Black Ensemble Theater and J.A. Cooley Museum while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in University Heights?
Based on our traveller data, Lafayette Hotel & Club is one of the top choices for your stay in University Heights. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and 3 bars.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the University Heights area?
If you're searching for places to stay in San Diego, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 74 University Heights hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Heights, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in University Heights.
What are the top things to see and do in University Heights?
University Heights's sights and attractions like J.A. Cooley Museum, Diversionary Theatre and San Diego Black Ensemble Theater offer insight into the local culture. While you're out sightseeing in San Diego, make sure that you visit other sights such as San Diego Zoo or Hotel Circle.

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