San Diego Average Hotel Costs: Nightly Room Prices by Accommodation Type

How much do hotels cost in San Diego, California? We analyzed the price of hotels in San Diego, California to help you figure out how much you might need to spend when visiting this amazing destination. If you're on a tight budget, traveling in luxury, visiting alone, or taking a fun family vacation, we tabulated the costs of the best hotels in San Diego, California by star-rating, category, guest ratings, and amenities. Great for attractions, nightlife, music, and beaches, San Diego, California is a terrific destination. So, let's find out if these amazing hotels in San Diego, California are expensive, or where the best or cheapest hotels can be found.


How much do hotels cost in San Diego, California?

San Diego Average Hotel Price for 1 Night
$217

Travelers to San Diego will have a large number of terrific accommodation options with a variety of great prices. The price of a hotel can vary by amenities, dates, and neighborhood. Based on thorough data from 257 hotels, the average hotel price in San Diego is a very reasonable $217, and the median price is $183.

The average hotel cost for one week in San Diego is a very reasonable $1,522 (not including taxes and fees).

Also, compare these prices to the terrific and affordable nearby hotels in Tijuana, Chula Vista, or Coronado.

How much should I pay to stay in a hotel in San Diego?

You'll find the budget, mid-range, and luxury San Diego hotel cost per night displayed below. This chart shows the range of hotel prices for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a reservation, this graph breaks down the costs by price range.



(All hotel prices are in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by Kayak. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically.)

Also, see our article Best Hotels for One Night in San Diego for more places to stay.



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Prices for the Best Hotels in San Diego (San Diego's Top Rated Hotels by Guests)

Are you looking for the best hotel in San Diego? After we analyzed the 70 best and highest rated hotels (the top 25%), we found a variety of amazing options at different price ranges. The average price of the highest rated hotels is a great value at $245, and the median price is $223. So, here are the price ranges of the best places to stay in San Diego for your next fantastic trip to this amazing destination.



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How much are the best hotels in San Diego?

Is it expensive to stay in San Diego? Actually, the prices can be quite affordable. Look for great deals and compare websites on nightly rates for your next booking for an even more amazing rate. Below, you can find out how much you should pay for one of the best hotels in San Diego. Here are a few of the top rated hotels in San Diego according to guests.

New Beach House Steps to Sand

House with prices starting at $580 (before taxes) - See All Prices

Located at 2191 Abbott Street, New Beach House Steps to Sand has great rooms from $580 (before taxes). It offers scuba diving, hiking, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, and city views. It has a terrific 9.99 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here.

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Mission Bay Hideaway Sparkling New & Full of Amenities The Best in Mission Beach

Apartment with prices starting at $254 (before taxes) - See All Prices

A great place to stay is Mission Bay Hideaway Sparkling New & Full of Amenities The Best in Mission Beach which has nice rooms starting at $254. Offering rooms with kitchens, pet-friendly rooms, free parking, fishing, and a kid-friendly atmosphere, it also has a great guest rating of 9.70 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 811 Vanitie Ct Apartment.

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4883 Santa Cruz Avenue, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.6
3845 Front Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.3

If it's your first time here, check out Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in San Diego for more great places to stay.

Prices for the Best Luxury Hotels in San Diego

Looking for San Diego, California's best hotels? We'll show you just how expensive hotels are in San Diego, California. The average price of the 30 top luxury hotels in San Diego, California is $504, and the median price is $501. The price ranges below will help you understand how much these fantastic hotels will cost for your next amazing trip.

How much should I pay to stay in a luxury hotel in San Diego?

The chart below shows the range of the fantastic luxury hotel prices for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a luxury reservation, this graph tabulates the costs of these terrific hotels by price range. These luxury hotels often include some of San Diego's best boutique hotels and resorts.



What are the highest rated luxury hotels in San Diego?

5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2
550 J Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9

For more details, see Best Luxury Hotels in San Diego for beautiful hotels.

Prices for Mid-range Hotels in San Diego

Hotel costs per night in San Diego are displayed below for mid-range hotels. For the 150 mid-range hotels in San Diego, the average price is $214, and the median price is $206. These typical San Diego hotel rooms are a good representation of what is available, because they are in the middle of the total price range while still providing quality amenities.

How much should I pay to stay in a typical mid-range hotel in San Diego?

The chart below shows the range of very nice moderately priced hotels for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a booking, this graph tabulates the costs of these great accommodation options by price range. These hotels also include some of San Diego's best bed & breakfasts and vacation rentals.



What are the highest rated mid-range hotels in San Diego?

3845 Front Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.3
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Also, see Best Family-Friendly Hotels in San Diego which has even more great hotels for families with kids.

Prices for Budget Hotels in San Diego

To find the best cheap hotels in San Diego, we analyzed the prices of this destination's 77 budget hotels. The average price of these budget hotels is $112, and the median price is $114. The highest rated hotels which are below the average cost are presented below, along with the price ranges of all budget hotels. Now we'll show you just how affordable hotels can be in San Diego, as the chart below shows the cheapest places to stay in San Diego.

How much should I pay to stay in a budget hotel in San Diego?

The chart below shows the range of the terrific budget-friendly hotel prices for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a cheap hotel, this graph tabulates the prices of the great hotels here by range. These surprisingly affordable hotels often include some of San Diego's best hostels and budget guesthouses, too.



What are the best budget hotels in San Diego?

Below are some of the top rated cheap hotels in San Diego. Affordable hotel rooms sometimes have basic furnishings or smaller sizes, but come at some of the best prices and offer the best deals. If you're looking for a cheap hotel room in San Diego, these hotels are among the best.

525 Spruce, San Diego
Overall Rating 8.8
555 West Ash Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 8.7

For even more affordable places to stay, see Best Cheap Hotels in San Diego.

Hotels Under $100 in San Diego

The following hotel rooms are the top rated by guests for a price under $100. If you're looking for a cheap hotel on a budget below $100, these places to stay might make a good option.

Where can I sleep in San Diego under $100?

Kings Inn San Diego

2-star Hotel with prices starting at $100 (before taxes) - See All Prices

Located at 1333 Hotel Circle South, Mission Valley West, Kings Inn San Diego has great rooms from $100 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar. It has a terrific 8.40 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here.

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Valli Hi Motel

2-star Hotel with prices starting at $98 (before taxes) - See All Prices

A great place to stay is Valli Hi Motel which has nice rooms starting at $98. Offering an outdoor pool, city views, free parking, laundry facilities, and a private pool, it also has a great guest rating of 7.90 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 655 West San Ysidro Blvd.

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9200 Inwood Drive Santee CA 92071, San Diego
Overall Rating 7.9
7166 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego
Overall Rating 7.8

Hotels Under $150 in San Diego

The following hotel rooms are the top rated by guests for a price under $150. If you're looking for a cheap hotel on a budget below $150, these places to stay might make a good option.

Where can I sleep in San Diego under $150?

Hampton Inn San Diego - Kearny Mesa

2-star Hotel with prices starting at $148 (before taxes) - See All Prices

Located at 5434 Kearny Mesa Road, Hampton Inn San Diego - Kearny Mesa has great rooms from $148 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center, parking, breakfast, and laundry services. It has a terrific 8.80 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here.

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Inn at the Park

Resort with prices starting at $145 (before taxes) - See All Prices

A great place to stay is Inn at the Park which has nice rooms starting at $145. Offering a fitness center, parking, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, and laundry services, it also has a great guest rating of 8.80 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 525 Spruce.

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555 West Ash Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 8.7
4444 Pacific Highway, San Diego
Overall Rating 8.7

Hotels Under $200 in San Diego

The following hotel rooms are the top rated by guests for a price under $200. If you're looking for affordable luxury hotels less than $200, these rooms would be a good choice.

Where can I sleep in San Diego under $200?

Hillcrest House Bed & Breakfast

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $171 (before taxes) - See All Prices

Located at 3845 Front Street, Hillcrest House Bed & Breakfast has great rooms from $171 (before taxes). It offers room service, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, pet-friendly rooms, and free parking. It has a terrific 9.30 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here.

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Staypineapple at Hotel Z

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $179 (before taxes) - See All Prices

A great place to stay is Staypineapple at Hotel Z which has nice rooms starting at $179. Offering parking, laundry services, pet-friendly rooms, bicycle rental, and family rooms, it also has a great guest rating of 9.20 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 521 6th Ave.

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1110 A Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9
875 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
Overall Rating 9

Hotel Prices by Star Rating for San Diego

The star ratings of hotels are based on the best amenities and the quality of service instead of guest ratings. Some countries and cities have strict criteria for how hotels are rated based on specific amenities.

Average 5-Star Hotel Price in San Diego

$361 is the average price of the 6 5-star hotels in San Diego. The median price for these great hotels is $370.

How much does a 5-star hotel in San Diego cost?

The chart below shows the range of terrific 5-star hotel prices for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a great 5-star hotel, this graph tabulates the surprisingly affordable prices by category. Many people consider a 4 or 5-star hotel to be a luxury hotel, but that does not mean that you can't find a great deal on these high-end rooms.



Average 4-Star Hotel Price in San Diego

The average price of the 49 terrific 4-star hotels in San Diego is $272, and the median price is $243.

How much does a 4-star hotel in San Diego cost?

The chart below shows the range of terrific 4-star hotel prices for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a great 4-star hotel, this graph tabulates the surprisingly affordable prices by category. Many people consider a 4 or 5-star hotel to be a luxury hotel, but that does not mean that you can't find a great deal on these high-end rooms.



Average 3-Star Hotel Price in San Diego

After an analysis of 121 excellent hotels, $235 is the average price for the great 3-star hotels in San Diego, and the median price is $193.

How much does a 3-star hotel in San Diego cost?

The chart below shows the range of terrific 3-star hotel prices for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a great 3-star hotel, this graph tabulates the surprisingly affordable prices by category.



Average 2-Star Hotel Price in San Diego

With data for 77 fantastic hotels, $135 is the average price for 2-star hotels in San Diego, and the median price is $123.

How much does a 2-star hotel in San Diego cost?

The chart below shows the range of terrific 2-star hotel prices for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for a great 2-star hotel, this graph tabulates the surprisingly affordable prices by category.



Prices for Hotels with Parking in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with parking for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with parking, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

After an analysis of 245 hotels, $218 is the average price for the hotels with parking in San Diego, and the median price is $183.



What are the best Hotels with Parking in San Diego?

3845 Front Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.3
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Prices for Casino Hotels in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of casino hotels for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for casino hotels, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

The average price of the 199 casino hotels in San Diego is $191, and the median price is $181.



What are the best Casino Hotels in San Diego?

5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2
521 6th Ave, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Prices for Hotels with Pools in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with pools for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with pools, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

$196 is the average price of the 164 hotels with pools in San Diego. The median price for these hotels is $181.



What are the best Hotels with Pools in San Diego?

5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Prices for Pet-Friendly Hotels in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of pet-friendly hotels for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for pet-friendly hotels, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

After an analysis of 134 hotels, $219 is the average price for the pet-friendly hotels in San Diego, and the median price is $201.



What are the best Pet-Friendly Hotels in San Diego?

3845 Front Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.3
521 6th Ave, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Also, see Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in San Diego for more ideas.

Prices for Hotels with Restaurants in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with restaurants for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with restaurants, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

The average price of the 113 hotels with restaurants in San Diego is $214, and the median price is $201.



What are the best Hotels with Restaurants in San Diego?

5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Prices for Hotels with Room Service in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with room service for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with room service, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

$208 is the average price of the 112 hotels with room service in San Diego. The median price for these hotels is $192.



What are the best Hotels with Room Service in San Diego?

3845 Front Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.3
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Prices for Hotels with Bars in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with bars for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with bars, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

After an analysis of 103 hotels, $224 is the average price for the hotels with bars in San Diego, and the median price is $209.



What are the best Hotels with Bars in San Diego?

5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2
723 Felspar Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2

Prices for Hotels with Hot Tubs in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with hot tubs for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with hot tubs, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

The average price of the 103 hotels with hot tubs in San Diego is $210, and the median price is $181.



What are the best Hotels with Hot Tubs in San Diego?

5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2
875 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
Overall Rating 9

Also, see Best Romantic Hotels for Couples in San Diego for more ideas.

Prices for Hotels with Kitchens in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with kitchens for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with kitchens, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

$267 is the average price of the 99 hotels with kitchens in San Diego. The median price for these hotels is $209.



What are the best Hotels with Kitchens in San Diego?

3845 Front Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.3
910 Prospect Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9

Prices for Golf Hotels in San Diego

The chart below shows the range of the cost of hotels with golf for a one night stay in San Diego. If you're trying to figure out how much you should pay for hotels with golf, this graph tabulates the costs by price range.

After an analysis of 68 hotels, $184 is the average price for the hotels with golf in San Diego, and the median price is $179.



What are the best Hotels with Golf in San Diego?

5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego
Overall Rating 9.2
610 Diamond Street, San Diego
Overall Rating 9

Also, see Best Business Hotels in San Diego for more ideas.

See also Best Beach Hotels in San Diego, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in San Diego, Best Hotels for One Week in San Diego, or Best Hotels for Scuba Diving in San Diego for more room ideas. With so many options, there's a good place to stay for every type of traveler.

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