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So, you re a Hilton HHonors member looking for a hotel in San Diego . With so many good options, you re having trouble narrowing down the choices. Here is a quick run-down on each Hilton Hotel Resort  in San Diego county along with what is nearby and why you might want to stay there. Note: Hilton Worldwide encompasses numerous other brands, however, this post focuses only on Hilton Hotels Resorts.
This relatively new hotel is located across the street from a family-friendly beach (seen above in the top photo) and has a full-service spa, swimming pool and a highly regarded restaurant with locally-sourced cuisine. The Hilton Carlsband Resort Spa provides a complimentary shuttle bus to LEGOLAND, has rooms with ocean views, and is about 6 miles from downtown Carlsbad.
The Del Mar Hilton is a popular choice for travelers on the go, due to its proximity to the Del Mar Fairground/Del Mar Race Track (it s across the street). Use it as a base for your activities, however, it does have a restaurant and is in walking distance to the Fish Market, Red Tracton s and a handful of other excellent options. You ll have to drive to the beach and most everywhere else.
The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines sports breathtaking views of the ocean and the famous Torrey Pines golf course. Nearby is the Birch Aquarium and La Jolla Shores beach (drive to both), one of San Diego s most family-friendly beaches where you can learn to surf or just hang out. Planning a meeting or wedding? This is a great hotel for events due to the gorgeous setting and large spaces. A full-service spa for pampering and a drink at sunset will surely channel your inner zen.
Located right on Mission Bay, the family-friendly Hilton budget car rental chicago San Diego Resort Spa gives guests a convenient location, a chance to get wet in the bay, and a resort experience. One of the questions I am most frequently asked is, Do you know of a good hotel near Sea World? Here is one. The resort also has a little beach on the bay, tennis courts and the rooms were recently updated.
Mission Valley is where premium shopping is located. Choose between Fashion Valley mall, Mission Valley mall, Off 5th (Saks Fifth Avenue outlet), Nordstrom Rack and countless other great stores. It s also were a number of businesses are located, about 15 minutes from the airport, and in an artery where a number of our major freeways intersect. It s near the restaurants and shops of Hillcrest, Old Town and even the Zoo, though you d have to drive. If you need to be in downtown San Diego at all, I might choose one of the two Hiltons down there, depending on price.
Not too shabby for an airport hotel, eh? Sweeping views of the harbor, business amenities and a location just 5 minutes away from the airport. The Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island is super convenient for business travel.
The Lofts on 5th Avenue at the Hilton give guests the feeling of exclusivity and loft living with 4-foot ceilings, Frette linens and robes, a secure private entrance and whirlpool tubs, all very fitting for the downtown location. This hotel is for the hipsters who want to dine out, stay up late and experience nightlife, however, families will do well here, too. There s definitely budget car rental chicago an urban vibe and it s across the street from the Convention budget car rental chicago Center. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are about a 10 minute drive away and the airport is just over 5 minutes.
It s near the Gaslamp quarter but a slightly heftier walk to the Gaslamp shops and restaurants than the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp. This hotel is huge with almost 1200 rooms, but guests rave about the service. It s also adjacent to the Convention Center. The San Diego Symphony Summer Pops plays right there at the Embarcadero (summer only). budget car rental chicago The Zoo and Balboa budget car rental chicago Park are about a 10 minute drive away and the airport is just over 5 minutes away.
Hopefully this helps, as San Diego is large and it helps to know what s nearby the hotel so you re not accidentally commuting from Carlsbad to the Gaslamp. Locals: Did I miss anything budget car rental chicago that you like about these hotels?
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Katie Dillon is managing budget car rental chicago editor of La Jolla Mom. A former expat and resident of a Four Seasons Hotel, she's now grounded in the seaside community of La Jolla, CA with her husband, 6-year-old fashionista and needy dog. Loves Pinterest, wine and contributing to other luxury travel sites including Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts food and family blogs, 10Best/USA TODAY Travel and Trekaroo.