The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

Property class: 3

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.
A group of people gathered around a food truck with a wooden wall backdrop.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

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1201 Hotel Circle South, Mission Valley, San Diego, CA, 92108
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Town and Country San Diego
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Fashion Valley Mall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(108 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(111 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

San Diego

At The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo you'll be steps from Hotel Circle and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Mission Bay. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. .With a stay at this 3-property class Mission Valley hotel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Old Town San Diego State Park and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from University of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Legacy International Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Town and Country San Diego - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Presidio Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Fashion Valley Transit Center Station - 2 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 6 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Monkey Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Silverlake Ramen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pichudo Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San Diego hotel.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo offers 99 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Atwood Hotel San Diego
Atwood Motel San Diego
Atwood San Diego
The Atwood
The Atwood Diego Seaworld Zoo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo?

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo on 9 Dec 2026 start from NZ$164, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo?

The closest beach to The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo is Mission Beach (7.5 km).

Does The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo?

No, The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo?

There is a golf course next to The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo.

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1008 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 406 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 248 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 128 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 1916 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room for a quick visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, The rooms are clean, The location is close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and amenities. Location is perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Hotel! A lot of parking available, the room was great, super comfortable beds, cold and hot water, excellent location, great pool, I will stay here again for sure! Amazing staff also.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and adorable hotel. The pool area was great and the water was clean. This place is a hidden little gem in San Diego. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean big parking the pool was cool love the music and the vibes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and parking was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed at the Atwood several times and have never been disappointed. Clean rooms, easy parking,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of our go to locations when staying in San Diego. It’s a very nice hotel with a wonderful staff. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, room was clean, there was decent parking. And we were able to checked in an hour earlier. We would come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff when needed, and parking.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every time we stay here it’s always pleasant. The staff is very kind & helpful. The rooms are clean. Like I said, it’s a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and the room was clean. We stayed there for a Padres game
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. I had a short stay but definitely recommend this hotel and will be coming back again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay if you’re on a budget!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was close to places we visited and that there was parking included at the hotel. The room definitely needs to be updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sink had a bad smell to it, but everything else about the hotel was nice and very comfortable. The pool looked very nice as well! We stayed with young kids, and we felt safe and comfortable. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, reasonable property for the price point
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean staff was really kind and helpful. I really liked the restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property. Close proximity to expressway. Not far from the beach and downtown San Diego. The staff was great and no issues with parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was fantastic and fast. Property was good, parking was a breeze, easy to unload/load, bed was comfortable, got a good night's rest, water pressure was excellent, had a microwave and fridge, property was on the older side but clean and updated. easy access to freeway. only stayed temporarily but great value for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 it was a pleasant stay. We love the staff, the place, the view. We feel safe and at home. The location is accessible and the parking is so convenient. Nxt time we come back to San Diego this is gonna be our place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026