Best Hotels near University of California--San Diego

If you're hoping to make La Jolla your home base while in San Diego, this Marriott outpost may be for you. Though the hotel is about 14 miles north of downtown San Diego, it's surrounded by a bevy of attractions, all located within a 7-mile radius of the property. Shoppers can head across the street to the Westfield UTC shopping center, sun-seekers can retreat to La Jolla Shores, adventurers can traverse the trails at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and animal lovers can gawk at the vibrant sea life showcased at the Birch Aquarium. After a long day of exploration, travelers can retreat to well-equipped rooms, which recent visitors described as quiet and comfortable. Accommodations are outfitted with king-sized beds (a guest favorite), flat-screen TVs, minifridges and floor-to-ceiling windows, and some rooms travelers say you can see the ocean from. There's also a 24-hour fitness center on-site, as well as a rooftop swimming pool and two dining options, one of which specializes in California cuisine. And because of its family ties, this hotel allows visitors to earn or pay with Marriott Bonvoy points.

Set near popular local shopping areas and less than a mile from the University of California, San Diego, the Sheraton La Jolla Hotel is a tropical getaway in the heart of a busy neighborhood. For those looking to relax, there is an outdoor pool with a waterfall and a koi fishpond. And when it’s time to eat, there’s an on-site restaurant and a bar and grill. Sleek rooms feature flat-screen TVs, refrigerators and microwaves. Dog beds are also available for pets. Marriott Rewards members can earn and redeem points here, and they receive complimentary breakfast and afternoon snacks in the club lounge as well. The hotel also features an on-site fitness center. Recent guests celebrate the hotel’s customer service, but reviewers have bemoaned the fee for parking.

Residence Inn San Diego La Jolla boasts a convenient location 2 miles from the University of California, San Diego. Accommodations come with a kitchenette (a favorite among recent visitors) that includes a refrigerator, a stovetop and a microwave. What’s more, all guests at this Marriott hotel can enjoy free high-speed Wi-Fi access and a complimentary breakfast buffet. There is no on-site restaurant for dinner; however, there are numerous restaurants nearby. The hotel also organizes regular weekly social events, called Residence Inn Mixes, which provide food and beverages. Guests can break a sweat at the fitness center, or they can take a dip in the outdoor pool. This hotel is near both the La Jolla beaches and the San Diego La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve. What’s more, members of the Marriott Rewards program can earn and use points by choosing to stay at this Marriott hotel.