Hotel Recommendations
For easy access to SDSU, we recommend staying in one of the areas listed below.
Old Town San Diego | Mission Valley/Hotel Circle | San Diego Gaslamp Quarter | SDSU area
SDSU's partnership with Bartell Hotels offers scholars a discounted rate.
Old Town San Diego
Staying in Old Town is recommended because it is short taxi or shuttle ride from the airport and only a 22 minute trolley ride to SDSU. The neighborhood has a variety of restaurants and most hotels are a 5-10 minute walk to the transit station. Below are just a few of the many hotel options available.
Discover the history and attractions in Old Town
Neighborhood Map
Take the Green Line trolley to SDSU
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Old Town (#4 on map)
2435 Jefferson St
San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: (619) 260-8500
Airport Shuttle | Complimentary Beverages | Complimentary WiFi | Exercise Facility | Pool
Hacienda Hotel Old Town (Best Western Plus) (#1 on map)
*Special rate could be available for SDSU visitors, call hotel to inquire.
4041 Harney St
San Diego, CA 92110-2866
Phone: (619) 298-4707
Airport Shuttle | Business Servies | Exercise Facility | Pool
Old Town Inn (#7 on map)
*Special rate could be available for SDSU visitors, call hotel to inquire.
While not located in Old Town proper, shops and restaurants are a 10-15 minute walk away. After dinner a cab ride from the main street to the hotel is a good, low cost option.
4444 Pacific Highway
San Diego, CA 92110
Phone: (619) 260-8024
Complimentary Breakfast | Complimentary WiFi | Pool
Mission Valley / Hotel Circle
This area of San Diego is located half way between the airport and SDSU. Not all hotels in the area are an easy walk to the trolley station. If you will depend on public transportation please consider these options.
Area Map
Take the Green Line trolley to SDSU
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Mission Valley
*Special rate could be available for SDSU visitors, call hotel to inquire.
This hotel is a three minute walk to the Hazard Center Station and a 14 minute trolley ride to SDSU.
7450 Hazard Center Drive
San Diego, CA 92108
Phone: (619) 297-5466
Business Services | Exercise Facilities | Pool | WiFi (fee)
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
This hotel is a seven minute walk to the Rio Vista Station an 11 minute trolley ride to SDSU.
8757 Rio San Diego Dr
San Diego, CA 92108
Phone: (619) 692-3800
Business Services | Complimentary WiFi | Exercise Facilities | Pool
San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Known as the heart of San Diego’s nightlife, the Gaslamp Quarter is close to the airport and waterfront but a little further from SDSU than other areas. There are numerous hotel options within walking distance of the quarter's four trolley stations. Travel time to SDSU on the trolley is between 30-40 minutes; ask your hotel for directions to the nearest station. SDSU is a normally 15-20 minute car ride from this area.
Discover the Gaslamp Quarter
Take the Green Line trolley to SDSU
SDSU Area
Hotel options near SDSU are limited and furthest from the airport; a taxi will cost $40+.
There are not many options for evening activities.
Best Western Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
*Special rate could be available for SDSU visitors, call hotel to inquire.
Some rooms are equipped with kitchenettes.
This hotel is about a 10 minute walk and 8 minute bus ride to SDSU.
Bus route 856
Nearest bus stop: El Cajon Blvd & College Ave
6474 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego, CA 92115
Phone: (619) 582-3088
Complimentary Breakfast | Complimentary WiFi | Pool
Motel 6 San Diego Mission Valley East
*Special SDSU visitor rate could be available, call hotel to inquire.
This hotel is a 4 minute walk to the Grantville Station and 4 minute trolley ride to SDSU.
4380 Alvarado Canyon Rd
San Diego, CA 92120
Phone: (619) 281-2222
Business Services | Complimentary Coffee | Complimentary WiFi | Exercise Facilities | Pool
