North Central San Diego

Travel Guide

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Surf surf and more surf
North Central San Diego
Just near the golf course is Torrey Pines which offers the best views San Diego has to offer. These are many marked trails that lead to the beach or around the huge cliffs. You will want to make sure your cameras are charged up before making your hike. So come out and explore Torrey Pines!

Where to stay in North Central San Diego

Aerial panoramic view of Black Mountain and Carmel Mountain neighborhood. San Diego County, California.

Carmel Valley

4/5(4 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Carmel Valley. A stop by Meadows Del Mar Golf Club or The Grand Golf Club might round out your trip.

Carmel Valley
Sunset Views from Black Mountain Looking Northwest. Monte Bello Open Space Preserve, Santa Clara County, California, USA.

Rancho Peñasquitos

4/5(1 area review)

Rancho Peñasquitos is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Rancho Penasquitos Tennis Center, a top place to visit in the area.

Rancho Peñasquitos
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Black Mountain Ranch

Black Mountain Ranch might not have many top sights, but Black Mountain Open Space Park and Carmel Mountain Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Black Mountain Ranch
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Pacific Highlands Ranch

When in Pacific Highlands Ranch, you can plan a visit to Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pacific Highlands Ranch
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Torrey Highlands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Torrey Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Carmel Mountain Plaza and Black Mountain Open Space Park.

Torrey Highlands
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Del Mar Mesa

While Del Mar Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course.

Del Mar Mesa
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
The price is €124 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
€124
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,077 reviews)
The rooms were run down, the beds were not made until late afternoon, and I even had to call one day, and they replaced the conditioner with body wash Parking is also way over priced

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is €197 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€197
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,428 reviews)
Stay was very nice, great views, good food, staff and service was excellent, however it could use some renovations. Buildings were very old.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is €122 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
€122
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,411 reviews)
Very clean, staff was great, great value for the room and location

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming 3-bedroom Private Home with Pool & Hot-tub in sunny San Diego

Charming 3-bedroom Private Home with Pool & Hot-tub in sunny San Diego

San Diego CA
Stay at this holiday home in San Diego. Enjoy laundry facilities, a pool table and patios. Popular attractions Torrey Pines Golf Course and Westfield UTC are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
I didn’t receive the automated check in instructions. Then upon arrival, the following was found:No couch bed pull outFront Burner doesn’t workPing pong table brokenMicrowave doesn’t work Front door doesn’t have a handle and is tricky to work with Clean sheets for garage mattress?WiFi is badNo shower ...

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Charming 3-bedroom Private Home with Pool & Hot-tub in sunny San Diego
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (700 reviews)
The room was not as clean is I had expected based on the reviews. I had requested extra towels and no one delivered them nor did I get an acknowledgment on the request.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,652 reviews)
Easy check in and plentiful amenities

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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