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San Diego blends coastal splendor with cultural richness, where 70 miles of pristine shoreline meets Spanish Colonial architecture and year-round sunshine. Balboa Park stands as the city's cultural heart, housing 17 museums and the world-renowned San Diego Zoo, where animals roam in naturalistic habitats. The Victorian-era buildings of the historic Gaslamp Quarter house chef-driven restaurants and vibrant nightlife, while La Jolla Cove offers a more serene setting where sea lions bask on rocky outcroppings beneath dramatic cliffs.

What to Expect in San Diego

America's Finest City seamlessly balances outdoor adventure with sophisticated urban experiences. Business travelers appreciate the Convention Center's proximity to premium hotels and dining in Little Italy, where the weekly Mercato farmers market showcases California's agricultural bounty. The USS Midway Museum provides insight into the city's naval heritage, while Coronado Island—home to the iconic Hotel del Coronado—offers pristine beaches just minutes from downtown.

Getting Around in San Diego

Beyond the city limits, day trips reveal Southern California's diverse landscapes. Wine enthusiasts can explore Temecula Valley's vineyards, while Julian charms visitors with its gold rush history and famous apple pies. For international flair, cross the border to experience Tijuana's culinary renaissance, or discover the desert landscapes of Anza-Borrego State Park.

Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego

Can I book hotels in San Diego on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your San Diego hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in San Diego?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To receive your miles, make sure to log in to your SkyMiles account or provide your SkyMiles number during checkout when making a cash payment. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the mileage credits you earn and receive in your account.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Delta Stays occasionally offers valued promotions allowing SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars when booking accommodations through their platform. We invite you to check the Delta Stays MQD Offer page regularly to view current MQD earning opportunities and examine the specific terms and conditions associated with these special offers.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per $1 spent on Delta Cars and Stays purchases (excluding taxes and additional fees). Enrollment in the SkyMiles program comes at no cost. Visit Delta.com to join today.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, in addition to traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your vacation. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in San Diego?

You will find plenty of choices in San Diego with over 800 hotels when you book on Delta Stays. Wyndham San Diego Bayside has a guest rating of 8.4 out of 10, and features an outdoor pool and an ocean-view restaurant. Another top rated hotel is Sheraton San Diego Resort, which guests love for its pool facilities, dining options, and location. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego has a rating of 9 and guests enjoyed the comfortable rooms. The hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.

What area should I consider for my trip to San Diego?

San Diego is home to a wide variety of fascinating neighborhoods loved by travelers and locals.

The Gaslamp Quarter brings together Victorian architecture and contemporary nightlife in San Diego's most walkable entertainment district, where restored 1880s buildings house rooftop bars and live music venues along gas-lit cobblestone streets. The neighborhood is home to popular hotels including Hard Rock Hotel San Diego and Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark.

Pacific Beach delivers California's coastal energy with its lively boardwalk scene and the historic Crystal Pier stretching into the Pacific. Garnet Avenue buzzes with surf shops and seafood spots, while Mission Bay's calm waters offer paddleboarding just steps from the waves. Well-reviewed hotels in the neighborhood include Pacific Terrace Hotel and Tower23 Hotel.

What is a good time of year to visit San Diego?

Experience San Diego's perfect weather in September when temperatures average 70°F with sunny skies and minimal rainfall. For better hotel rates, consider a January visit when mild 57°F temperatures and mostly sunny days offer the same coastal charm with fewer crowds.

Which hotels in San Diego are near San Diego Zoo?

The San Diego Zoo houses over 12,000 rare animals in immersive habitats across 100 acres. Visitors can observe endangered pandas and koalas while experiencing the zoo's conservation efforts.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Lafayette Hotel & Club is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in San Diego are near Mission Bay?

Mission Bay Park offers 27 miles of scenic shoreline paths for cycling and calm waters perfect for paddleboarding at America's largest human-made aquatic park.

One popular hotel is Paradise Point Resort & Spa which is steps away. Another hotel is San Diego Mission Bay Resort and it is also close by.

What hotels in San Diego are located near Petco Park?

Catch a Padres game with stunning bay and skyline views at this downtown ballpark. The unique "Park at the Park" offers a grassy hill to experience baseball under San Diego's perfect skies.

One popular hotel is Pendry San Diego which is steps away. Another hotel is Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark and it is also close by.

Are there any luxury 4-star and 5-star hotels in San Diego?

San Diego is home to many luxury hotels. At Westgate Hotel, guests love the outdoor pool. Pendry San Diego is well reviewed for its location and features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Another luxury hotel with good ratings is The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego, which features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. For luxury hotels in other destinations, visit the Luxury Stays page.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar