May 6, 2014, 9:49 am
DISCUSSION for Hilton Honors Hotels in or near San Diego, California, USA {US-CA}
Jan 19, 2014, 5:20 pm
#586
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 801
I've stayed at the Liberty Station Homewood and never experienced any noise issues. You'll occasionally hear planes but it's not too bad. They have a shuttle that runs to ~11p, IIRC and parking is free. If you're going to the Zoo the next day, I'd stay there then move up the coast.
There's also the Hampton Inn Sea World which is fairly nice but the area can be a little sketchy and intimidating for a first time visitor. The ES downtown is a nice place too. Parking isn't free, but you are right around where all the tour boats leave from. It was a decent place when I stayed there in 2012.
The Carlsbad Hilton to Legoland is all of ~10 minutes (none of it freeway either). I've never stayed at the ES La Jolla or the Hilton Resort up north, so I'm not sure about the properties themselves.
There's also the Hampton Inn Sea World which is fairly nice but the area can be a little sketchy and intimidating for a first time visitor. The ES downtown is a nice place too. Parking isn't free, but you are right around where all the tour boats leave from. It was a decent place when I stayed there in 2012.
The Carlsbad Hilton to Legoland is all of ~10 minutes (none of it freeway either). I've never stayed at the ES La Jolla or the Hilton Resort up north, so I'm not sure about the properties themselves.
the Embassy as a base for exploring the bay and downtown area of the city. It can get a
bit more crowded than the Homewood but is walking distance to Seaport Village, plenty
of dining and shopping, and the airport is still close by. There is also a light rail stop
around the corner from the hotel which might come in handy. For the other half of
your trip I would consider the Homewood Suites Carlsbad North. The hotel is across
from the Carlsbad airport but a short drive to Legoland and beaches. They offer a free
shuttle within 5 miles which includes Legoland
.Costco and Trader Joe's are close by ifyou need to buy a few items. The evening trip down to La Jolla from there is about a 20
minute drive. Otherwise, the ES La Jolla is near a shopping mall but the property is a bit
dated and there's not much else in the immediate area.
Jan 19, 2014, 5:56 pm
#587
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: BOS
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Posts: 708
Thank you for the info. We were hoping to stay put while in SD because we have 4 other stops in 10 days but I think the first night by the airport and zoo is the way to go then we can head to La Jolla or Carlsbad.
Jan 21, 2014, 4:47 pm
#588
Join Date: Oct 2012
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Decided to go with the DT Hotel Circle for our first night. Late arrival and we'll be up and out early to the zoo so went with the cheaper option. Booked the HGI in Carlsbad for the next 2 nights. Weird that the HGI is more money (309/249) but fewer points (40K/60K) than the new Hilton Carlsbad Resort?
Jan 21, 2014, 6:32 pm
#589
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 4,872
Decided to go with the DT Hotel Circle for our first night. Late arrival and we'll be up and out early to the zoo so went with the cheaper option. Booked the HGI in Carlsbad for the next 2 nights. Weird that the HGI is more money (309/249) but fewer points (40K/60K) than the new Hilton Carlsbad Resort?
Jan 23, 2014, 5:23 am
#591
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: San Diego, CA, USA
Posts: 244
If you drive in Boston, the traffic in San Diego won't seem like much, I suppose, but it's good to keep in mind that any rush hour traffic along the coast will be very busy. And the Carlsbad area is often a bottleneck along the 5. Smart to stay close to your destination.
Mar 12, 2014, 7:23 am
#592
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: DFW
Programs: Non-Affiliated
Posts: 7,431
Decided to go with the DT Hotel Circle for our first night. Late arrival and we'll be up and out early to the zoo so went with the cheaper option. Booked the HGI in Carlsbad for the next 2 nights. Weird that the HGI is more money (309/249) but fewer points (40K/60K) than the new Hilton Carlsbad Resort?
Mar 12, 2014, 11:31 am
#593
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 50
I have stayed at:
Hampton Inn San Diego / Del Mar
Hampton Inn Kearny Mesa
Hampton Inn San Diego / Poway
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego/Rancho Bernardo
Double Tree San Diego / Del Mar
Double Tree Mission Valley/Hazard Center
Hilton Mission Valley
Hilton Bayfront
Hilton Airport/Harbor Island
Homewood Suites San Diego/Del Mar
Bayfront is by far the best property I have stayed at.. The rooms are nice and clean and friend staff.
Kearny Mesa is very dated and dark.. very little natural light in the room!
The Hampton Inn in Del Mar is amazing.. if you are not looking for a full survive hotel. On the weekends you can usually get a room for $79 and its not really in Del Mar so its a lot closer than one would think. My in-laws live in PB/Crown Point and we can get door to door in 15 or so minutes.
Double Tree Mission Valley is our second favorite property.. Always get upgraded to balcony rooms and a central location.
If you have any question about any specific property, feel free to ask.
Hampton Inn San Diego / Del Mar
Hampton Inn Kearny Mesa
Hampton Inn San Diego / Poway
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego/Rancho Bernardo
Double Tree San Diego / Del Mar
Double Tree Mission Valley/Hazard Center
Hilton Mission Valley
Hilton Bayfront
Hilton Airport/Harbor Island
Homewood Suites San Diego/Del Mar
Bayfront is by far the best property I have stayed at.. The rooms are nice and clean and friend staff.
Kearny Mesa is very dated and dark.. very little natural light in the room!
The Hampton Inn in Del Mar is amazing.. if you are not looking for a full survive hotel. On the weekends you can usually get a room for $79 and its not really in Del Mar so its a lot closer than one would think. My in-laws live in PB/Crown Point and we can get door to door in 15 or so minutes.
Double Tree Mission Valley is our second favorite property.. Always get upgraded to balcony rooms and a central location.
If you have any question about any specific property, feel free to ask.
Apr 28, 2014, 7:25 am
#594
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: CHA/TYS
Programs: The Mac Daddy of Heimlich County (and low-ball status)
Posts: 2,868
current options for 3 nights:
DT Downtown - $139
DT Mission Valley -40k
DT MV Hotel Circle - $139
Hilton MV - $139
Hampton Inn Downtown - $139
Friend of ours lives along the green line in MV. We're at least going to do the zoo and a game at Petco.
DT Mission Valley would be the best choice but I dunno if it's worth 40k a night.
Then again, I have the points and have to spend them SOME time
DT Downtown - $139
DT Mission Valley -40k
DT MV Hotel Circle - $139
Hilton MV - $139
Hampton Inn Downtown - $139
Friend of ours lives along the green line in MV. We're at least going to do the zoo and a game at Petco.
DT Mission Valley would be the best choice but I dunno if it's worth 40k a night.
Then again, I have the points and have to spend them SOME time
Last edited by mrredskin; Apr 28, 2014 at 9:57 am
Sep 8, 2015, 2:45 pm
#595
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Cheltenham
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We are visiting for a short holiday from the UK: 6 nights in october for a bit of sunshine. We would like the possibility to do a bit of self catering and the ability to sit outside. The Homewood suites in del mar looks nice but is it a good choice for a holiday??? Tx
Sep 9, 2015, 10:55 am
#596
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We are visiting for a short holiday from the UK: 6 nights in october for a bit of sunshine. We would like the possibility to do a bit of self catering and the ability to sit outside. The Homewood suites in del mar looks nice but is it a good choice for a holiday??? Tx
Sep 9, 2015, 2:11 pm
#597
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Newcastle, UK
Posts: 2,379
We are visiting for a short holiday from the UK: 6 nights in october for a bit of sunshine. We would like the possibility to do a bit of self catering and the ability to sit outside. The Homewood suites in del mar looks nice but is it a good choice for a holiday??? Tx
Sep 19, 2015, 8:51 am
#598
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Michigan, USA
Programs: Hilton Diamond; Delta Platinum
Posts: 552
Need some helping in selecting a hotel in San Diego for 10/17 - 10/20
Not looking for family/kid friend, but rather an ideal location for sight seeing, walking, nice pool, touristy area, etc.
Ideally wanted something that has a water view
Read through this thread, the Bayfront was recommended but it's sold out.
There's a Hilton San Diego Resort and Spa that sounds nice, but there's many horrible reviews.
Can someone give me a suggestion? Prefer "newer" style hotels
Not looking for family/kid friend, but rather an ideal location for sight seeing, walking, nice pool, touristy area, etc.
Ideally wanted something that has a water view
Read through this thread, the Bayfront was recommended but it's sold out.
There's a Hilton San Diego Resort and Spa that sounds nice, but there's many horrible reviews.
Can someone give me a suggestion? Prefer "newer" style hotels
Sep 19, 2015, 7:16 pm
#599
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Join Date: Dec 2001
Programs: DL 2MM, AA MM, DL Sky Club Life, AA Admirals Club Life, Hilton Gold Life
Posts: 1,732
Need some helping in selecting a hotel in San Diego for 10/17 - 10/20
Not looking for family/kid friend, but rather an ideal location for sight seeing, walking, nice pool, touristy area, etc.
Ideally wanted something that has a water view
Read through this thread, the Bayfront was recommended but it's sold out.
There's a Hilton San Diego Resort and Spa that sounds nice, but there's many horrible reviews.
Can someone give me a suggestion? Prefer "newer" style hotels
Not looking for family/kid friend, but rather an ideal location for sight seeing, walking, nice pool, touristy area, etc.
Ideally wanted something that has a water view
Read through this thread, the Bayfront was recommended but it's sold out.
There's a Hilton San Diego Resort and Spa that sounds nice, but there's many horrible reviews.
Can someone give me a suggestion? Prefer "newer" style hotels
Sep 19, 2015, 8:31 pm
#600
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 4,872
I stay at that property fairly often, and breakfast is fine - no different than many other similar properties, and I've never had a service problem. Plus, they put the DT choc chip cookies on a table in the lobby and will give you and/or your kid as many as you want. I've also stayed numerous times at the SD resort property and have never had an issue. Nice pool area for kids, beach, close to Sea World. No trolley access, but most of your other boxes are checked.