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Pet-friendly hotels in San Diego, Dec 16 to 19, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 3 nights, Wednesday to Saturday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 23 of the 52 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every hotel here takes pets, by Google’s listing. Fees and size limits vary, so check the hotel page before you book. The San Diego selection spans Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter & East Village, Embarcadero & Waterfront, Old Town, Coronado, Mission Bay, Mission Valley & Hotel Circle, Pacific Beach & Mission Beach, Point Loma, Harbor Island & Shelter Island and La Jolla. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Little Italy: the best all-round urban base, especially if dinner matters. Embarcadero and Waterfront: the easiest waterfront base for sightseeing without the club noise. Mission Bay: best for families who want bay days before city sightseeing. Gaslamp Quarter and East Village: choose it for baseball and late nights, not uninterrupted sleep.

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Pet-friendly hotels in San Diego, Dec 16 to 19, 2026

Every hotel here takes pets, by Google’s listing. Fees and size limits vary, so check the hotel page before you book. The San Diego selection spans Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter & East Village, Embarcadero & Waterfront, Old Town, Coronado, Mission Bay, Mission Valley & Hotel Circle, Pacific Beach & Mission Beach, Point Loma, Harbor Island & Shelter Island and La Jolla. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Compound search: pet-friendly hotels, located in San Diego (Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter & East Village, Embarcadero & Waterfront, Old Town, Coronado, Mission Bay, Mission Valley & Hotel Circle, Pacific Beach & Mission Beach, Point Loma, Harbor Island & Shelter Island and La Jolla); check-in 2026-12-16, check-out 2026-12-19, 3 nights, 1 room, 2 adults; no budget cap. Neighborhoods on this page: Little Italy; Embarcadero & Waterfront; Mission Bay; Gaslamp Quarter & East Village. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-12-16 to 2026-12-19; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (23 of 52 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Little Italy: The best all-round urban base, especially if dinner matters. Typical $222 a night. Subway: Walk India Street and the waterfront.
  • Embarcadero & Waterfront: The easiest waterfront base for sightseeing without the club noise. Typical $311 a night. Subway: Walk the waterfront.
  • Mission Bay: Best for families who want bay days before city sightseeing. Typical $217 a night. Subway: Walk or cycle local paths.
  • Gaslamp Quarter & East Village: Choose it for baseball and late nights, not uninterrupted sleep. Typical $325 a night. Subway: Walk to Petco Park and conventions.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown — 2-star, Motel 6

2. Hotel Zindel — 2-star, independent

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle — 3-star, Days Inn

4. PB Surf Beachside Inn — 2-star, independent

5. The Sofia Hotel — 3-star, independent

6. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG — 3-star, Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts

More hotels in the area (46)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Dec 16 to 19, 2026
  1. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown, Little Italy
    #1 of 6 · Little Italy

    Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

    2-star · Motel 6

    $97a night · Dec 16 to 19

    One of the cheapest downtown bases for travelers prioritizing location alone. You accept recurring dirty rooms, worn finishes, smoke smells and nighttime noise. 20 minutes' walk to USS Midway Museum, 25 minutes' walk to Seaport Village.

    Dec 16 to 19, two adults: $290 all in for 3 nights, of which $21 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Hotel Zindel, Little Italy
    #2 of 6 · Little Italy

    Hotel Zindel

    2-star · Independent

    $107a night · Dec 16 to 19

    A simple Little Italy base with courtyard hangouts for independent, car-free travelers. You accept thin walls, uneven digital arrivals and shared bathrooms in Economy rooms. 25 minutes' walk to USS Midway Museum.

    Dec 16 to 19, two adults: $321 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle, Mission Valley & Hotel Circle
    #3 of 6 · Mission Valley & Hotel Circle

    Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

    3-star · Days Inn

    $108a night · Dec 16 to 19

    A cheaper driving base with a heated pool and kitchenette options. You accept dated bathrooms, uneven upkeep and limited paid parking.

    $20/night less than Expedia (14%)

    Axel $240 vs $281 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 16 to 19, two adults: $325 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. PB Surf Beachside Inn, Pacific Beach & Mission Beach
    #4 of 6 · Pacific Beach & Mission Beach

    PB Surf Beachside Inn

    2-star · Independent

    $120a night · Dec 16 to 19

    Simple rooms near the beach and dining cheaper than most here. You accept parking is not guaranteed; the pool is at a sister property.

    Dec 16 to 19, two adults: $361 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. The Sofia Hotel, Gaslamp Quarter & East Village
    #5 of 6 · Gaslamp Quarter & East Village

    The Sofia Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $123a night · Dec 16 to 19

    Historic downtown character cheaper than most here, with helpful staff. You accept compact rooms, limited views and a daily amenity fee. 15 minutes' walk to USS Midway Museum, 15 minutes' walk to Seaport Village.

    $187/night less than Expedia (39%)

    Axel $573 vs $946 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 16 to 19, two adults: $368 all in for 3 nights, of which $74 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG, Mission Valley & Hotel Circle
    #6 of 6 · Mission Valley & Hotel Circle

    Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

    3-star · Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts

    $127a night · Dec 16 to 19

    Spacious rooms, tropical grounds and a heated pool for driving trips. You accept dated bathrooms, uneven finishes and paid parking.

    $33/night less than Expedia (17%)

    Axel $323 vs $389 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 8 of 8 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 16 to 19, two adults: $380 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

23 of 52 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Hotel Z · Gaslamp Quarter · 3-star$107/night less than Expedia (45%)

    Axel $259 vs $473 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

  2. 2. The Sofia Hotel · Gaslamp Quarter · 3-star$187/night less than Expedia (39%)

    Axel $573 vs $946 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

  3. 3. The Dana on Mission Bay · Mission Bay · 3-star$72/night less than Expedia (30%)

    Axel $342 vs $486 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 22, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

  4. 4. Paradise Point Resort & Spa · Mission Bay · 4-star$99/night less than Expedia (30%)

    Axel $453 vs $651 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

  5. 5. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area · Old Town · 3-star$82/night less than Expedia (29%)

    Axel $404 vs $568 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

  6. 6. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina · Mission Bay · 4-star$199/night less than Expedia (25%)

    Axel $1,199 vs $1,598 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

  7. 7. La Jolla Shores Hotel · La Jolla · 3-star$99/night less than Expedia (22%)

    Axel $686 vs $883 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

  8. 8. Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa · Coronado · 4-star$87/night less than Expedia (21%)

    Axel $654 vs $829 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 16 to 19

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

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  1. 1. Pacific Shores Inn on Pacific Beach · Pacific Beach · 2-star$128Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  2. 2. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport · Point Loma, Harbor Island · 3-star$20/night less than Expedia (14%)$128Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  3. 3. Porto Vista Hotel Downtown · Little Italy · 3-star$52/night less than Expedia (18%)$128Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  4. 4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown · Little Italy · 3-star$38/night less than Expedia (17%)$138Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  5. 5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Diego Mission Bay · Mission Bay · 3-star$143Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  6. 6. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area · Old Town · 3-star$82/night less than Expedia (29%)$144Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  7. 7. Ocean Villa Inn · Mission Bay · 2-star$145Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  8. 8. Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection · Embarcadero · 4-star$149Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  9. 9. Old Town Inn · Old Town · 2-star$159Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  10. 10. Hotel Z · Gaslamp Quarter · 3-star$107/night less than Expedia (45%)$160Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  11. 11. Sheraton San Diego Resort · Point Loma, Harbor Island · 4-star$42/night less than Expedia (14%)$169Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  12. 12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town · Old Town · 3-star$173Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  13. 13. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town · Old Town · 3-star$26/night less than Expedia (8%)$175Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  14. 14. Wyndham San Diego Bayside · Embarcadero · 4-star$47/night less than Expedia (16%)$176Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  15. 15. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside · Little Italy · 3-star$29/night less than Expedia (11%)$177Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  16. 16. Coronado Inn · Coronado · 2-star$184Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  17. 17. The Dana on Mission Bay · Mission Bay · 3-star$72/night less than Expedia (30%)$188Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  18. 18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites La Jolla – Windansea Beach by IHG · La Jolla · 2-star$193Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  19. 19. Paradise Point Resort & Spa · Mission Bay · 4-star$99/night less than Expedia (30%)$198Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  20. 20. Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown · Little Italy · 2-star$202Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  21. 21. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina · Mission Bay · 4-star$199/night less than Expedia (25%)$202Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  22. 22. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown · Little Italy · 3-star$205Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  23. 23. The Westin San Diego Bayview · Embarcadero · 4-star$37/night less than Expedia (14%)$209Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  24. 24. Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton · Embarcadero · 4-star$221Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  25. 25. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside · Little Italy · 3-star$223Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  26. 26. Hilton San Diego Bayfront · Gaslamp Quarter · 4-star$226Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  27. 27. Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island · Point Loma, Harbor Island · 3-star$13/night less than Expedia (6%)$226Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  28. 28. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego · Embarcadero · 4-star$72/night less than Expedia (18%)$237Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  29. 29. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel · Embarcadero · 4-star$29/night less than Expedia (9%)$239Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  30. 30. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark · Gaslamp Quarter · 4-star$247Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  31. 31. San Diego Mission Bay Resort · Mission Bay · 4-star$255Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  32. 32. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego · Gaslamp Quarter · 5-star$262Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  33. 33. Town and Country San Diego · Mission Valley · 4-star$269Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  34. 34. Kona Kai San Diego · Point Loma, Harbor Island · 4-star$277Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  35. 35. Catamaran Resort and Spa · Pacific Beach · 4-star$72/night less than Expedia (19%)$279Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  36. 36. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown · Embarcadero · 4-star$280Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  37. 37. Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa · Coronado · 4-star$87/night less than Expedia (21%)$298Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  38. 38. La Jolla Shores Hotel · La Jolla · 3-star$99/night less than Expedia (22%)$299Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  39. 39. Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel · Mission Valley · 4-star$300Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  40. 40. Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton · La Jolla · 4-star$301Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  41. 41. InterContinental San Diego by IHG · Embarcadero · 4-star$322Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  42. 42. Orli La Jolla · La Jolla · 2-star$476Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  43. 43. Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton · Coronado · 4-star$15/night less than Expedia (2%)$651Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  44. 44. La Valencia Hotel · La Jolla · 4-star$820Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  45. 45. Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts · Coronado · 5-star$951Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
  46. 46. Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts · Coronado · 4-star$1,039Rooms for Dec 16 to 19
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