PLAN YOUR STAY
*Price is subect to change, this average is at time last checked
Rooms average $300/night after taxes
A local favorite, the Manchester Grand Hyatt offers stunning bay and city skyline views, great gym facilities, modern amenities, and a variety of dining options.
Enjoyable 15-minute walk to the venue.
TOP RECOMMENDED
MANCHESTER GRAND HYATT
*Price is subect to change, this average is at time last checked
Rooms average $295/night after taxes
Located in the lively Gaslamp Quarter, Hard Rock offers a vibrant stay. Enjoy modern amenities, including a rooftop pool, small gym, and multiple dining options. Perfect for guests seeking a central location in the heart of downtown San Diego.
Easy 12-minute walk to the venue.
TOP RECOMMENDED
HARD ROCK
HOTEL
*Price is subect to change, this average is at time last checked
Rooms average $111/night after taxes
A small hotel located near the Gaslamp Quarter and San Diego Convention Center, Courtyard Marriott Gaslamp offers modern accommodations with a top rooftop bar (the Nolen) boasting stunning city views. Ideal for guests wanting easy access to downtown attractions and don't mind a smaller, simple, hotel and room.
Easy 7-minute walk to the venue.
budget friendly
COURTYARD MARRIOT
GASLAMP
RECOMMENDED DOWNTOWN WALKABLE HOTELs
Although nearby, Chula Vista is more suburban and less conducive to walking. It's also a longer ride via rideshare to downtown.
CHULA VISTA
While lovely, North County is over a 25-30 minute drive from downtown San Diego.
North county - del mar encinitas / carlsbad / oceanside
Known for its beauty, especially near the cove, La Jolla is stunning but entails a longer than ideal rideshare of over 30 minutes to downtown.
LA JOLLA
Despite its central appearance, Hotel Circle lacks scenic charm and requires frequent rideshares due to its location. Rooms typically face freeways, which can be noisy at night. Consider investing a bit more for a hotel in a more vibrant neighborhood.
hotel circle
Preferred Stay Options and Location Tips
San Diego offers many beautiful areas, however some locations may not provide the ideal experience for our guests. We recommend staying in neighborhoods that enhance your visit with walkable attractions and scenic views.
Here are common areas we suggest avoiding during your hotel search:
North county - del mar encinitas / carlsbad / oceanside
Please steer clear of staying in or around these areas. They do not offer the scenic, walkable experience our event celebrates and are not always safe.
Please contact us if you are needing help with finding a hotel or have questions about the area.
MIDWAY DISTRICT, SPORTS ARENA, LOMA PORTAL, AND DOWNTOWN NEAR CORTEZ HILL
Downtown AREAS WE RECOMMEND STAYING:
GASLAMP
EMBARCADERO
MARINA
CONVENTION CENTER
SEAPORT VILLAGE
beach areas we RECOMMEND (around a 15 minute uber to event location):
mission bay
mission beach
ocean beach
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