Nestled between the shimmering waters of San Diego Bay and the vibrant city skyline, Harbor Island is a picturesque oasis that captures the essence of Southern California. With its stunning waterfront views, lush parks, and proximity to iconic attractions like the USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village, this charming enclave offers a unique blend of relaxation and adventure. Boutique hotels here embrace the coastal vibe with stylish design and personalized service that reflect the warmth of the local culture. For those seeking comfort and elegance, the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina boasts expansive marina views and modern amenities, while the Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island provides easy access to both the airport and the bay, making it a favorite among travelers. Meanwhile, the Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside, an IHG Hotel, offers a welcoming ambiance that complements its prime location. Discover why these options are among the **Best Hotels with Balcony in San Diego Harbor Island**, and start planning your getaway today by exploring our curated collection of unique stays.
Good
1440 reviews
Offering a free 24-hour transfer service to San Diego International Airport, this eco-friendly hotel features 5 restaurants, 3 outdoor heated pools and an on-site spa. All rooms have flat-screen HDTVs. A work desk and a private patio or balcony are offered in each 100% nonsmoking room at Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. The air-conditioned nautical-themed rooms include ironing facilities, a coffee machine with Starbucks coffee and an private bathroom with a hairdryer and boutique toiletries. Guests of Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina can dine at Harbor and Vine where we serve 90 point wines and artisanal signature flat breads made fresh to order. The restaurant offers a patio overlooking the marina and serves tapas-style dishes, creative martinis and Mojitos. Quinn’s offers meals in a sports bar atmosphere, while Shoreline offers poolside drinks and snacks during the summer season. Enjoy casual American cuisine at Harbor’s Edge or stop by the Marina Market featuring free WiFi, Starbucks coffee and fresh sandwiches and salads. San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter is 3.2 mi away from the hotel and Little Italy is 2.1 mi away. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are 2.4 mi away. Seaport Village and entertainment venue Humphreys Concerts By The Bay are within 3.1 mi away.
Very Good
752 reviews
Overlooking Harbor Island's scenic waterfront, this elegant hotel is a 5-minute drive from San Diego International Airport. It features free airport shuttles, an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Providing easy access to area freeways, the completely non-smoking Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island places guests only a short drive from attractions including SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo. Guests at the hotel can also find sailboat and bike rentals as well as a marina only steps from the hotel's front doors. With a 24-hour fitness center and on-site sauna, every stay at the Harbor Island Hilton is sure to be enjoyable. Guests will also appreciate the hotel's comfortable guest rooms, furnished with goose-down comforters and signature Serenity Suite Dreams beds.
Good
538 reviews
Located 4 miles from SeaWorld San Diego, this hotel features an outdoor pool and has an on-site café and lounge. It has traditionally decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi. A flat-screen cable satellite TV is included in each air-conditioned guest room at the Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside. All rooms include a work desk with a sitting area and ironing facilities. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Point Loma Café serves guests at the San Diego Bayside Holiday Inn classic American cuisine and a variety of desserts. The Bayside Bar serves dinner and features 10 beers, including microbrews, on tap. It serves Happy Hour drink specials and hors d’oeuvres Monday through Friday. Guests at the Bayside Holiday Inn can enjoy a game of pool or ping-pong. The hotel features a 9-hole putting course and an on-site fitness center. Guests are provided with free use of bicycles to explore the nearby scenic bay and beaches. Featuring the Giant Dipper roller coaster, the Belmont Amusement Park is 5 miles from this hotel. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are within a 15-minute drive. San Diego International Airport is 2 miles from this Holiday Inn.
Fabulous
1131 reviews
The Humphreys Half Moon Inn features waterfront and marina views and is home to the Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. A microwave and refrigerator is standard in all rooms. The spacious rooms feature large windows. Guests can dine at Humphreys So Cal Dining & Music restaurant, which features views of San Diego Bay. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel also features an outdoor pool and pool-side bar. Guests of Humphreys Half Moon Inn can borrow a bicycle and explore Shelter Island. This hotel is within 10 minutes' drive of the San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld. The hotel is 5 miles from San Diego's lively Gaslamp Quarter. San Diego International Airport is 3 miles away.
Very Good
452 reviews
The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection By Hilton features a fitness center, garden, a terrace and restaurant in San Diego. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. Guests can have a drink at the bar. An à la carte breakfast is available every morning at the hotel. Sunset Cliffs is 2.6 miles from The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection By Hilton, while Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is 3 miles away. San Diego International Airport is 1.2 miles from the property.
Very Good
154 reviews
This unique boutique hotel is only moments from San Diego Bay and features easy access to the downtown area along with state-of-the-art amenities in a playful 1960s atmosphere. The Pearl Hotel is located only a short drive from San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Guests at the hotel can also easily visit Fort Rosecrans Military Reserve and National Cemetery as well as Point Loma Lighthouse. Charming accommodations at the Pearl are furnished with flat-screen TVs and wireless internet access. Guests can also enjoy free movies at the hotel's poolside theater, cocktails from the lounge or a delicious meal from the on-site restaurant.
Very Good
1074 reviews
Located 2 mi from San Diego International Airport, Best Western Plus Bayside Inn offers a heated outdoor pool or hot tub. Free WiFi is provided. Guest rooms feature balconies with San Diego skyline views and a cable TV with extended movie channels. Safety deposit boxes are provided for extra room security. The rooms also include microwaves, refrigerators and a coffee machine. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn offers a complimentary grab-and-go breakfast daily. Guests can work out in the on-site fitness room which features state-of-the-art equipment. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn is 1 mi away from San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Restaurants and cafes in San Diego’s Little Italy are 5 minutes’ walk away. The Maritime Museum of San Diego is 15 minutes’ walk away.
Good
1637 reviews
Adjacent to Old Town State Park and 10 minutes’ walk from Old Town Trolley Station, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town offers a heated outdoor swimming pool and an on-site restaurant. All guest rooms feature free WiFi. The comfortable guest rooms at this hotel include a cable satellite TV, a microwave and a refrigerator. An in-room safe and a coffee machine are also provided. The Old Town Tequila Factory at Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town serves traditional Mexican cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant features rooftop views and offers a selection of special edition tequila. Guests can work out in the fitness center or relax in the hot tub at Best Western Hacienda Hotel Old Town. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town features shuttle service for $8 per person one way to San Diego International Airport, the San Diego Amtrak Railway Station and harbor cruise terminals.
Very Good
774 reviews
Centrally located in Downtown San Diego, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown offers an indoor pool and a fitness center. Guests can enjoy a free cooked to order breakfast daily at the property. The USS Midway Museum is 10 minutes’ walk away from the property. The air-conditioned suites at this hotel include a TV, a living area with a sofa bed, an armchair and a well-lit work area. Suites also include a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Guests can enjoy a complimentary Evening Reception between the hours of 17:30 and 19:30 at the hotel. A variety of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are offered. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown provides a business center with self-serve fax and copying services. Guests can use the on-site cash machine. Round-the-clock assistance is available at the reception. Balboa Park is 1.9 mi from the accommodations, while Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is 3.1 mi from the property. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 1.9 mi from the property.
Very Good
414 reviews
Located in an historic building dating back to 1869, this Old Town San Diego hotel offers guests rooms with Victorian-style furnishings and features an on-site restaurant and bar. San Diego International Airport is 5 miles away. Free Wi-Fi is offered in each elegant room at Cosmopolitan Hotel. Rooms are decorated with period furnishings and include a dining and a seating area. Each room includes a balcony or a patio with views of historic Old Town State Park or the hotel outdoor courtyard. The Cosmopolitan Restaurant offers happy hour Wednesday-Saturday in the outdoor bar area for Drinks & small bites and open on Saturday’s for brunch from 10am-2pm. Signature fresh-made scones & coffee is available each morning for all of our overnight guests and is served in the gaming parlor. Sea World is 4 miles away from this hotel. The San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are 10 minutes’ drive away. Cosmopolitan Hotel is just 100 yards away from the San Diego Trolley.
Good
627 reviews
Moments from San Diego's most popular attractions as well as the international airport, this hotel provides comfortable guestrooms, on-site dining options and many modern conveniences. The Doubletree Hotel San Diego Downtown places guests within walking distance of the Little Italy district, featuring charming markets, restaurants and boutiques. The famous San Diego Zoo as well as SeaWorld and the San Diego Convention Center are also situated nearby. Guests at the downtown San Diego Doubletree can enjoy a restful night's sleep on the hotel's signature Sweet Dreams beds and a delicious breakfast at the on-site restaurant. After a long day, guests can relax in the heated outdoor pool or work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center.
Good
34 reviews
On Shelter Island, 3 miles from San Diego International Airport, the Kona Kai Resort has a private beach, an outdoor pool and an on-site spa. The guest rooms feature private balconies or patios. These rooms offer marina or garden views. They include free Wi-Fi and cable TV along with video games and desks. A gym, beach volleyball court and bike rentals are available to Kona Kai Resort and Spa guests. The resort features an outdoor pool and hot tub. Their spa offers massages and a sauna. Kona Kai Resort’s waterfront restaurant Vessel serves American cuisine and fresh seafood. The resort provides room service and meeting facilities. SeaWorld and the Cruise Ship Terminal are 5 miles from Kona Kai Resort. The resort is 9 miles from the San Diego Zoo.
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