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We've compiled the best of the best in Old Town and Uptown - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
With antique furniture, pull-chain toilets, and a veranda overlooking Old Town State Historic Park, the Cosmo offers guests a taste of Victorian-era living. A restoration in 2010 brought back the 1860s, but with air-conditioning and Wi-Fi, and some rooms have walk-in showers while others have claw-foot bathtubs; some have full closets, while others have wall hooks.
Clean and comfortable, the Crowne Plaza may not have the frills of downtown hotels and coastal resorts, but it's a reliable pick for budget-minded visitors. A popular conference location with more than 30,000-square-feet of meeting space, the hotel is best for business travelers and guests looking for an affordable and modest jumping-off point for exploring what San Diego has to offer.
