Gay friendly hotels in San Diego
Hillcrest is the heart of San Diego’s LGBTQ+ community and the obvious place to stay if gay bars and nightlife are the priority. Neighbouring North Park adds independent restaurants and a more local feel, while Downtown or the beach areas may suit travellers focused more on sightseeing and the coast. GayMapper’s recommended gay-friendly hotels cover city stays, stylish resorts and beachfront options, giving you the choice between keeping the gay scene close or waking up beside the Pacific and travelling in when you’re ready to go out.
GayMapper Hotel Recommendations
4* The Pearl Hotel
Boutique
3* Hillcrest House B & B
Near Gay Nightlife, Boutique
4* Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
City Centre
3* Empress Hotel La Jolla
By the Beach, Boutique
3* Inn at the Park
Near Gay Nightlife, Boutique
4* Coronado Island Marriott
Luxury
4* Indigo Gaslamp Quarter
GayMapper Favourite, Boutique
4* The Sofia Hotel
Boutique, City Centre
5* Andaz San Diego
Luxury, City Centre
5* Pendry San Diego
Luxury, City Centre
5* Hotel del Coronado
By the Beach, Luxury
4* Catamaran Resort and Spa
By the Beach
3* Porto Vista Hotel
Great Value, City Centre
San Diego Gay Scene
Most of the LGBTQ+ meeting places in the city, particularly nightlife destinations, can be found in the fabulous Hillcrest neighbourhood. There’s always a party happening here and crowds of friendly and equally fabulous people to spend your night with. That being said, other neighbourhoods across the city such as North Park and University Heights, are emerging onto the gay scene and becoming destinations in their own right. Here you can find even more queer-friendly places to drink or dance the night away. You’re bound to find a place to suit your taste or even discover something new on your travels.




























