Family resorts and kid-friendly
hotels in San Diego
Full Guide 2023
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If you are planning to visit “America’s Finest City” and are searching for the perfect family-friendly hotels and resorts, you have come to the right place. San Diego is known for its incredible beaches, SeaWorld San Diego, and the San Diego Zoo.
We made a list of the best kid-friendly hotels and resorts in San Diego that offer a plethora of amenities and activities to choose from, so check it out and find your ideal vacation spot!
Best family resorts and kid-friendly hotels in San Diego
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
- 7.2
- Mission Bay
- Kids Stay Free
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Pet-friendly
- Beach
Enjoy a lovely, kid-friendly vacation in San Diego and stay at the Catamaran Resort Hotel. This four-star hotel offers an outdoor pool and bike rentals.
Rooms in this resort come with balconies or patios and are pet-friendly. Kids can have a great time at the kids’ club while adults unwind at the on-site spa.
Catamaran Resort Hotel provides water sports rentals and sand volleyball courts. For a nice day trip, visit Sea World San Diego, which is within a 20-minute drive from the hotel.
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
- 8.0
- Mission Bay
- Kids Stay Free
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Beach
Check out Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina for your next family vacation in San Diego. This four-star kid-friendly hotel in Mission Bay offers an on-site spa and a marina.
In this pet-friendly hotel, children stay for free and can enjoy three pools and multiple water slides. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina provide an on-site restaurant.
In this hotel, you can rent a jet ski, sailboat, or kayak or go fishing and whale watching. For a fun day trip, visit SeaWorld San Diego, a five-minute drive away from this resort.
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
- 7.9
- Carlsbad
- Kids Stay Free
- Babysitting
- Kids' Club
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Garden View
- Pet-friendly
Settled on 400 acres in North San Diego County, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is a fantastic choice for a family vacation. This four-star family resort boasts eight pools and a full-service luxury spa.
In this pet-friendly accommodation, you can play golf on the 18-hole championship golf courses or tennis on one of the 17 tennis courts. Children can enjoy the kids’ clubs or 100-foot water slides. Babysitting services are available on-site.
This resort offers on-site shops that feature designer brands. If you want to go on a short field trip, San Diego Botanic Garden is within a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
- 8.3
- Coronado
- Kids Stay Free
- Babysitting
- Kids' Club
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Pet-friendly
- Beach
Have a vacation of a lifetime by staying at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort. This luxury accommodation boasts three pools and offers gondola rides.
This kid-friendly resort offers babysitting services, a kids’ club, and a full-service spa. Adults can also relax in the outdoor hot tub. Children stay for free in Loews Coronado Bay Resort.
Silver Strand Beach is about 10 minute walk from this four-star hotel, and San Diego Zoo is within a 30-minute ride.
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa
- 8.2
- Mission Bay
- Kids Stay Free
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Pet-friendly
- Picnic Area
- Beach
- Babysitting
Treat yourself and your family to a fantastic vacation by staying at the Paradise Point Resort & Spa in Mission Bay. This family resort in Mission Bay boasts an ocean view and five pools.
Pamper yourself in the hotel’s full-service spa while your kids are safely babysat. Good news- kids stay free of charge in this pet-friendly hotel.
Enjoy nature tours, beach bonfires, and poolside movie nights in the hotel, or visit The San Diego Zoo, which is within 25 minute drive from this accommodation.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
- 9.0
- Carmel Valley
- Kids' Club
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Picnic Area
- Babysitting
Searching for a perfect vacation spot in San Diego that is kid-friendly and has everything you could ask for? Check out Fairmont Grand Del Mar, a five-star hotel in Carmel Valley.
This luxury accommodation features a pool, six restaurants, a golf course, and an on-site spa. So while you unwind at one of these facilities, your kids can have the time of their life at the kids’ club.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar also offers babysitting services and complimentary transportation to and from a coastal town of your choice, such as Del Mar, La Jolla, and Solana Beach. In addition, SeaWorld San Diego is within a 30-minute drive from the hotel.
Blue Sea Beach Hotel
- 8.4
- Mission Beach
- Kids Stay Free
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Beach
- Picnic Area
If you are looking for a kid-friendly hotel in San Diego, you should check out Blue Sea Beach Hotel. This four-star hotel is located by the beach and features an oceanfront pool.
Every room in this accommodation is equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a private patio or a balcony. For a lovely family time, picnic at the hotel’s picnic area or cozy up for a movie night in your room.
Nearby this hotel, you can go biking, surfing, tennis, shopping, or enjoy water sports. SeaWorld San Diego is within 20 minute’s drive.
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine
- 8.3
- La Jolla
- Kids Stay Free
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Near the Beach
Check out Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine for your next family vacation in San Diego. This four-star kid-friendly hotel provides a heated pool and a hot tub.
Every room in this pet-friendly hotel features a coffee machine and a seating area. Children stay free of charge in this accommodation.
Guests of this hotel can enjoy two tennis courts and a fitness center. Hyatt Regency La Jolla is within 15 minutes drive from SeaWorld San Diego.
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
- 8.0
- Mission Bay
- Kids Stay Free
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Pet-friendly
- Beach
Enjoy your kid-friendly vacation at San Diego Mission Bay Resort. This four-star hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Grab a bite to eat at the on-site restaurant and enjoy the rest of the day at the beach, which is a few steps away from the hotel. Children stay free in this accommodation.
This is a great place to stay if you are keen on visiting SeaWorld San Diego or the Old Town San Diego State Historical Park, which are within 15 minutes drive from the hotel.
Sands Of La Jolla
- 8.6
- La Jolla
- Kids Stay Free
- Pool
- Beach
Located at La Jolla, the Sands Of La Jolla hotel features a pool and free private parking. This four-star accommodation provides a complimentary stay for children.
Every room in Sands Of La Jolla features a refrigerator, and some offer a balcony. In addition, this upscale hotel offers a concierge service and family rooms.
Have an active vacation by visiting Tourmaline Surfing Park Beach, a 10-minute walk from the hotel, or Pacific Beach, about a 20-minute walk from this accommodation.
Pacific Terrace Hotel
- 8.9
- Pacific Beach
- Kids Stay Free
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Beach
Are you searching for a beach familyresort that features an outdoor pool and provides a complimentary stay for children? Then, check out the Pacific Terrace Hotel.
This four-star accommodation provides a gift shop, concierge services, and a fitness center. Island-inspired rooms in the Pacific Terrace Hotel have an ocean view.
Nearby, you can visit Mission Bay Golf Course and Practice Center and the San Diego Zoo, all located about 20 minutes from the hotel.
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
- 7.9
- Coronado
- Kids Stay Free
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Pet-friendly
- Beach
Visit the Marriott Coronado Island Resort & Spa and create unforgettable vacation memories! This four-star family resort is located in Coronado and boasts three heated outdoor pools and two on-site restaurants.
The (pet-friendly) resort offers a complimentary stay for children and rooms with stunning panoramic views of San Diego Bay and the Coronado Bridge.
This upscale hotel is within a 30-minute drive from Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
- 8.2
- Carmel Valley
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Babysitting
Have a fantastic family vacation in Carmel Valley by staying at the San Diego Marriott Del Mar. Situated in the Carmel Valley, this four-star accommodation features an on-site restaurant.
This accommodation is pet-friendly and features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. In addition, this hotel offers babysitting services.
This upscale hotel is about 10 minutes from Torrey Pines State Beach and within a 15-minute drive from The Birch Aquarium.
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
- 7.7
- Carmel Valley
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Garden View
- Pet-friendly
- Picnic Area
Check out the Hilton San Diego/Del Mar hotel for your next family vacation in California. This four-star resort offers an outdoor pool and two hot tubs.
In this pet-friendly hotel, every room is equipped with designer bath amenities and a coffee maker. The on-site restaurant provides a kids’ menu.
Besides the pool, you can enjoy the hotel’s picnic and a fire pit area or take a golfing class at Torrey Pines Golf Course which is within 15 minutes drive from the Hilton San Diego/Del Mar.
Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel
- 7.9
- Mission Valley
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Picnic Area
If San Diego is your family vacation location, check out Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego hotel. This family-friendly hotel provides a pool and is pet-friendly.
You can dine at the on-site restaurant with your whole family in this four-star accommodation because they offer the kids’ menu. You can also enjoy the hotel’s picnic area.
Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego is near the Qualcomm Stadium, the San Diego Zoo, and the local beaches you can visit during your stay.
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport-Liberty Station
- 8.6
- Point Loma
- Kids' Playground
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Picnic Area
Enjoy a lovely family vacation by staying at the Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport-Liberty. This three-star hotel offers spacious rooms and a fully equipped kitchen.
This accommodation offers a wide array of amenities, including a pool, picnic area, and kids’ playground. You will be provided a complimentary breakfast every morning during your stay.
Nearby this pet-friendly hotel, you can visit SeaWorld San Diego, Balboa Park, and San Diego Zoo. San Diego International Airport is 10 minute drive away, and the hotel offers free airport transport.
Ocean Park Inn
- 8.9
- Pacific Beach
- Kids Stay Free
- Kids' Playground
- Pool
- Ocean View
- Beach
Have a fantastic beach vacation in San Diego by visiting the kid-friendly Ocean Park Inn hotel. This three-star accommodation offers a complimentary stay for children.
Relax and unwind on the beach, which is just a few steps away from the hotel, or take a swim in the outdoor pool and a hot tub. Kids can also enjoy a nice on-site playground.
Oceanfront amusement park Belmont Park is within a five-minute drive from this hotel as well as Crystal Pier.
Kings Inn
- 8.2
- Mission Valley
- Kids Stay Free
- Kids' Menu
- Pool
- Picnic Area
Located in San Diego’s Mission Valley, the Kings Inn hotel is an excellent place for a family vacation. This three-star accommodation offers a spacious outdoor pool.
Every room in this hotel is equipped with a refrigerator. You can dine at the on-site restaurant, which also offers a kids’ menu. It is great to know that kids stay free in Kings Inn.
Plan a day trip to SeaWorld San Diego, which is a 15-minute drive away from the hotel, or to Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo, which are within 20 minutes drive from this kid-friendly hotel in San Diego.