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The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

3.0 star property

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A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.
Birthday party area
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1201 Hotel Circle South, Mission Valley, San Diego, CA, 92108
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fashion Valley Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverwalk Golf Club
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(94 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a window with curtains, and a door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a window with curtains, and a door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(94 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and a hot tub are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Hotel Circle. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Guests like the accommodation for the cleanliness, spaciousness and overall comfort
  • Steps from Hotel Circle and a 3-minute drive from Balboa Park
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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.

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo has a restaurant on site.

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 916 out of 1799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 249 out of 1799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 1799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 1799 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite hotels to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Staff & service
Decent room, good location, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, reasonably priced, parking and reasonabke cost per night for pet. Location is good and Crust diner right there for breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yeny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room and the pool was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hector Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was really nice room was clean. Was close to all places we visited.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is definitely older but it doesn't show it due to the great upkeep. The staff at the hotel was very friendly and welcoming. I would definitely recommend and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magical

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was excellent, parking was free and convenient, and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff friendly. Easy location for hotel circle for the 8 and the 5 enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Cris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was good, nice staff but very slow process to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love staying here the crust restaurant is delicious. Rooms are comfortable and plenty of parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and well maintained. Great location, close to downtown and beaches, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

alexander

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Thes place was really clean , really comfortable beds and very family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice and clean, spacious and comfortable! Staff was friendly, location was super convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Christianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed could use a new mattress but it’s clean and safe and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We did not use the hot tub or pet care lodging.The pool and hot tub looked beautiful. Several hotel guest were enjoying them.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Basic, but very clean and very friendly staff :-)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Plenty of parking!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Beautiful decor. Friendly staff. New pool looks amazing! Love this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, great area location, pool and hot tub are great they play the greatest variety of music! The accommodations were exceptionally clean and well-maintained. Staff members were consistently friendly and helpful throughout the stay. The location proved to be very convenient for exploring the surrounding area. Amenities such as the pool and hot tub were particularly enjoyable. The selection of music played in these areas was also a amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Looks like mold under the bathroom sink. Front desk staff was friendly. Not too loud at night and near a liquor store for snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026