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

Mid-City

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 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

Steve

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A reception area with a red and white desk, a black leather sofa, and a large window.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU

Mid-City

Dwayne

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

5. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

10.8 km from Mid-City

Sonya

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

6. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

12.7 km from Mid-City

Nuwan

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8.8 km from Mid-City

Alesi

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.

8. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

10.1 km from Mid-City

Nathan

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

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

11.4 km from Mid-City

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a view of the city.

10. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

12.1 km from Mid-City

Suresh

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern breakfast bar with a variety of food items, a coffee station, and neatly arranged plates and bowls.

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

10.8 km from Mid-City

Edith

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

12. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego, 12.2 km from Mid-City

Kristen

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

13. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

11 km from Mid-City

Chris

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

14. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6.9 km from Mid-City

Laurie

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

15. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

10.8 km from Mid-City

Slawomir

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

16. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

12.6 km from Mid-City

Xochitl

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

17. Best Western Seven Seas

9.2 km from Mid-City

Mari

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a view of the city through large windows.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

North Pacific Beach, 15 km from Mid-City

Amber

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 11.8 km from Mid-City

Marjorie

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

20. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 12 km from Mid-City

Paula

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Where to stay in 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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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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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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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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Top Mid-City Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

8/10 Good

"For the price the room is kinda small & the tv is quite old but everything else in the room was amazing especially the shower ! The parking was not bad but confusing . There is a public parking structure near by but if you’re staying for more than one day it’s bothersome to figure out the parking situation. They have parking but I think it’s $70 a night :("

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and spacious with lots of drawers for storage. Small refrigerator, no microwave. Lots of extra towels, and an extra pillow. Ironing board and iron, nice spa quality toiletries. Parking close to room but shocked at $50/night charge for parking. Gardens and ponds everywhere, beautiful. Lots of squirrels, birds. Gazebos to hang out in. Several swimming pools, but no outside beverages aloud inside. At night, lots of fire pits available. I don’t recommend premium rooms by the bay if you plan on swimming. Sign said bacteria in water swimming not recommended but view is nice, with several fire pits (bring your own wood)."

Ocean Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great beachside stay! Be mindful of the surrounding area having a lot of activity into the late evenings -- you can hear all the fun while you try to sleep. No microwave in the room I stayed at, but there are at least ample restaurant choices within walking distance. Overall happy to stay have stayed there and wouldn't mind returning, but not with little kids (because of the evening noise)."

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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. Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU

5. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

6. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

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

10. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

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

12. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

13. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

14. Lafayette Hotel & Club

15. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

16. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

17. Best Western Seven Seas

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

20. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Where to stay in Mid-City

Downtown San Diego

Pacific Beach

Gaslamp Quarter

Mission Beach

Mission Bay

Top Mid-City Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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