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Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
  • 44 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,589 reviews)
"This hotel is exactly as advertised. The room was clean, excellent staff, pool was heated, and the restaurant staff and food are excellent. The treadmill in the gym didn’t work, but that’s common in a lot of hotels. It would be better if breakfast was included and a microwave in the room."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
  • 35 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,868 reviews)
"Had to wait over and hour and a half after check in to get our room. Not once didn’t anyone genuinely apologize for the inconvenience. Also anytime we asked the staff a question about the property etc, no one seemed to know much about anything."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

4 out of 5
1775 E Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
  • 41 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,468 reviews)
"This is my first time staying at this resort. My family and I enjoyed it very much. We loved all the amenities, restaurants, and excellent staff. They all went far and beyond to make sure we had an excellently pleasant stay. From front desk, pool, restaurants, and throughout. Definitely coming ..."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

3 out of 5
543 Hotel Circle S San Diego CA
  • 44 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,778 reviews)
"Very clean - lots of staff to help Some challenges with parking - narrow spots"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
  • 32 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,617 reviews)
"Front office desk was very helpful thanks to the lady can’t remember her name but she was their 6/6 at 4 pm"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

California Suites Hotel
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

2.5 out of 5
San Diego CA
  • 44 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this golf hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (169 reviews)
"Very nice staff and great breakfast. Night light on 1 side not working but was there for 1 night so didn't even complain"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
  • 42 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,640 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time! Very helpful staff who go above and beyond. Resort was beautiful and well cared for."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
  • 42 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,122 reviews)
"Nice spacious rooms In a great location. Fun stuff to do there and close by"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Bahia Resort Hotel
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

4 out of 5
2223 El Cajon Blvd San Diego CA
  • 45 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,698 reviews)
"Amazing, beautiful, stunning, gorgeous. There aren’t enough words to describe this property. The 24hr diner was not only convenient, but delicious. The room was beautiful and comfortable. My husband and I enjoyed our getaway eating breakfast by the pool or having a cocktail at their fabulous bar. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Lafayette Hotel & Club
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
  • 44 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,581 reviews)
"Old interior. Needs updating. Parking must be paid. Location was good."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Handlery Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
  • 43 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,388 reviews)
"Nice pool area for a family vacation."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

4 out of 5
8757 Rio San Diego Dr San Diego CA
  • 42 min drive from San Elijo State Beach
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"By far one of the best hotels I stayed at! From the front desk staff, to the bar, to the restaurant, to the pool! Everyone was friendly, property was clean and the pool music was such a vibe! What make it even better it was the location!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
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