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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
InterContinental San Diego by IHG	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,166 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 688 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View
The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,210 reviews	View

Where to stay in Columbia

Find the best Columbia areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Seaport Village are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Gaslamp Quarter

The historic heart of San Diego has a fascinating history, and today is a thriving hub for food, retail and entertainment.

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Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Columbia Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

8/10 Good

"Room was nice, clean. Nothing extravagant or over the top. The hotel is a little pricey for a basic room bit the location is good. The hotel is nice and clean."

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

8/10 Good

"Room was overall clean enough for a germaphobe like me. Bed and pillows comfortable but my husband said the bed was too firm for him. The duvet needs to be changed out. They use two bed sheets to sandwich the duvet instead of a duvet cover so easy to see how old the duvet is and all the stains. Was crowded during the July 4th weekend. Pool was packed with kids. Pool is also small for this size hotel. I liked that the hotel is on the waterfront thus making it an ideal location to see fireworks. Within walking distance to convention center, Gas Lamp District and Petco Park. Parking was $55 for self parking. Many elevators so going up/down was fast. Gym was small but was clean and well equipped with free weights and machines."

California Suites Hotel

8/10 Good

"The pool and hot tub were great! It is nice they serve free coffee and creamer when the office is open (but not before it is or after it closes.) It was great having free parking for our car! The price was reasonable. (The shower dripped badly, which we reported as we checked out.) The hot tub could use some cleaning. The people staying above us and outside our room were making noise throughout the night and in early morning. IT WOULD HELP TO POST A QUIET POLICY FROM 10 PM- 7 AM as many hotels do and post it in the office and throughout the hotel grounds. Overall it was a good experience and reasonably priced."

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

8/10 Good

"Dont judge this place from the outside. My first question was if there was security at night. I walked into the room and boy o boy it was fantastic Nice new everything . very modern as well. A/C kicked butt stayed nice and chilly b. big TV clean bathroom . They DO NOT have breakfast as the website's states. Fair warning."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Columbia?

Columbia is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its beautiful ocean views and top museums. Experience the best of Columbia with a visit to Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum during your trip.

What's the best accommodation in Columbia?

Based on our traveller data, Wyndham San Diego Bayside is one of the top choices for your stay in Columbia. This hotel is steps from Port of San Diego, and offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront and Kasa Little Italy San Diego.

How many hotels will I find in Columbia?

Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodation options in Columbia to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Columbia, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Columbia.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

If you have some time to wander around and enjoy the activities in Columbia, you could stop by Port of San Diego, B Street Cruise Ship Terminal or Broadway Pier. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, USS Midway Museum and San Diego Bay are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Petco Park, San Diego Zoo and Seaport Village. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Coronado Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.

How can I get around Columbia and the greater San Diego area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at America Plaza Trolley Station and Courthouse Station. To venture out of town, take a train from San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can enquire about options for water travel at the port.

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Wyndham San Diego Bayside

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

The Westin San Diego Bayview

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Valli Hi Motel

Best Western Americana Inn

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Old Town Inn

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Bahia Resort Hotel

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Where to stay in Columbia

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Bay

Top Columbia Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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