Conveniently located off I-8 between the 163 and I-5 freeways, San Diego's Hotel Circle is in the Mission Valley neighborhood, easy driving distance to Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town and other area attractions. Some of the best golf courses in the San Diego area are within a half-hour drive of Hotel Circle, including Torrey Pines, which last hosted the U.S. Open in 2008, and the La Costa golf resort.
Hotel Circle has many hotels, mostly national and regional chains. It does have a few independently owned properties.
Marriott Properties
The Marriott chain has two hotels on Hotel Circle. The Residence Inn offers true family options, with units ranging in size from studios to two-bedrooms with bunk beds. The pet-friendly hotel has a kids pool, game area and playground. At the Courtyard by Marriott, you'll find a business-friendly atmosphere, including the latest technology for work and travel, as well as many 24-hour services.
Marriott Residence Inn/San Diego Mission Valley
1865 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 881-3600
marriott.com
Courtyard San Diego Hotel Circle/Mission Valley
595 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 291-5720
marriott.com
Diego Mission Valley
1865 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 881-3600
3-Star
The independent Handlery Hotel specializes in one-on-one service. In addition, the hotel has a fitness center, restaurant, playground, pool, 24-hour front desk service and a beauty salon. Other comparable hotels include the Comfort Inn & Suites, Crown Plaza and Doubletree, all of which offer complimentary newspapers, free parking and a sit-down dining restaurant. Be aware that there may be a charge for wireless access in guest rooms.
Handlery Hotel
950 Hotel Circle North
San Diego California 92108
(619) 298-0511
handlery.com
Comfort Inn & Suites
2201 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 881-6800
comfortinnhotelcircle.com
Crowne Plaza San Diego
2270 Hotel Circle North
San Diego, California
(619) 297-1101
cp-sandiego.com
Doubletree Club Hotel San Diego
1515 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 881-6900
doubletreeclubsd.com
2-Star
A two-star property, the Best Western is a true family hotel with recreational activities, including table tennis, a basketball court and a pool. The hotel also has free parking, wireless access and local phone calls as well as breakfast. A cafe that offers sit-down service and food served poolside. Howard Johnson's and the Vagabond Inn offer similar services.
Best Western Seven Seas Hotel Circle
411 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 291-1300
bw7seas.com
Howard Johnson San Diego Sea World/Zoo
1631 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 293-7792
howardjohnsonsandiego.com
Vagabond Inn Hotel Circle
625 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 297-1691
vagabondinn.com
1-Star
If you're traveling on a budget, the Motel 6 offers free local calls and complimentary coffee in the mornings. The hotel, which is clean and simple, is pet friendly and kids stay free. The Super 8, which is comparable, has a complimentary breakfast and free parking, but is not pet friendly.
Motel 6 San Diego Hotel Circle
2424 Hotel Circle North
San Diego, California
(619) 296-1612
motel6.com
Super 8 San Diego/Sea World Zoo
445 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, California
(619) 692-1288
super8.com
About The Author
J.D. Chi is a professional journalist who has covered sports for more than 20 years at newspapers all over the United States. She has covered major golf tournaments and the NFL as well as travel and health topics. Chi received her Bachelor of Arts in professional writing from Carnegie Mellon University and is working toward a master's degree in journalism.
