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A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Mid-City

Andres

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror on the wall.

2. Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU

Mid-City

Jon

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A row of potted plants with red and purple flowers along a building's exterior wall.

3. Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

Mid-City

scott

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

10 km from Mid-City

Ahmad

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

5. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

12.1 km from Mid-City

Candas

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

6. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

11.4 km from Mid-City

Alejandra

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A breakfast bar with La Quinta branding, a coffee machine, and a waffle display.

7. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

12.7 km from Mid-City

Luis

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

8. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

11 km from Mid-City

Yesenia

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8.8 km from Mid-City

Monique

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

10.8 km from Mid-City

Edith

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

11. Best Western Seven Seas

9.2 km from Mid-City

James

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

10.1 km from Mid-City

Monserrat

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a shaded canopy, and a sign for a restaurant.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

9.4 km from Mid-City

Oscar

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 11.8 km from Mid-City

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

15. Kings Inn San Diego

10.1 km from Mid-City

james

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a fire pit.

16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

9.7 km from Mid-City

Brajesh

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

17. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

10.8 km from Mid-City

Blake Douglas

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

18. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6.9 km from Mid-City

Heather

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel breakfast area with a long counter displaying various food items, including fruits, pastries, and a coffee station.

19. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

11.4 km from Mid-City

Antonia

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and potted plants.

20. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

12.6 km from Mid-City

Xochitl

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Mid-City

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,464 reviews	View
Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 246 reviews	View
Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU	2.0 star property	6.6 1,003 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,029 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 2,132 reviews	View

Where to stay in Mid-City

Find the best Mid-City areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mid-City

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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 Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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A pier extending into the ocean with buildings at the end, under a partly cloudy sky.

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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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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A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, a pier, and dense urban buildings.

Mission Beach

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

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a marina, a large body of water, and a peninsula with buildings.

Mission Bay

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Mid-City?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring San Diego's Mid-City neighbourhood. Are you looking for Mid-City travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Mid-City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU is the highest ranked property in Mid-City. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego and Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU.

How many hotels will I find in Mid-City?

Expedia has 244 hotels and other accommodation options in Mid-City 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 Mid-City, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Mid-City.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

Sights like Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater, San Diego Police Museum and Little Saigon can be part of your cultural tour of Mid-City. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Viejas Arena and San Diego State University Art Gallery are some other places worth a visit. Peterson Gymnasium, San Diego Voice & Viewpoint and Aztec Tennis Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Mid-City. Til-Two Club and The Tower Bar are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Diego.

How can I get around Mid-City and the greater San Diego area?

If you want to see more of the city, SDSU Transit Center Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Alvarado Station and Grantville Station.

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1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2. Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU

3. Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

5. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

6. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

7. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

8. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

11. Best Western Seven Seas

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

13. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

15. Kings Inn San Diego

16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

17. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

18. Lafayette Hotel & Club

19. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

20. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

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Where to stay in Mid-City

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Beach

Mission Bay

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Mid-City?

What's a favourite place to stay in Mid-City?

How many hotels will I find in Mid-City?

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Mid-City, will I receive a refund?

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

How can I get around Mid-City and the greater San Diego area?

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