Pros
- On Harbor Island, close to the airport
- Rooms have views of the harbor or bay
- Restaurant and lounge bar both overlook the marina
- Outdoor pool and hot tub are well-maintained
- Large event facilities and ballroom on-site
- Business center has both Macs and PCs
- 24-hour fitness center features several modern cardio machines and free weights
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free airport shuttle
Bottom Line
Unlike at most airport hotels, the rooms here have pleasant views of either the harbor or bay due to a unique location on Harbor Island. The property has an ideal location for those wanting to jog along the water or take a free shuttle to the airport, but the distance from everything else is a drawback. The lack of traffic also makes it one of the quieter hotels in the area, while a rather busy decor can be found in guest rooms. With an outdoor pool, meeting facilities, fitness center, and restaurant, this Hilton checks all the boxes for a modern upper-mid-range hotel.
Amenities
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Pets Allowed
- Pool
Scene
Convenience-focused hotel, with both bland and busy interiors
With the harbor on one side and bay on the other, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island benefits from its scenic position near a waterfront walkway that's popular with bicyclists and joggers. Apart from its vistas, the hotel manages to be simultaneously bland and busy. The front desk is broken into three separate podiums surrounded by bare open spaces punctuated with wild area rugs and bright teal chairs. A chocolate divan with multi-colored pillow adds a charming touch to the mix. Common areas otherwise offer a subdued, neutral palette.
Location
On the Harbor Island waterfront, a short ride from the airport
Located on Harbor Island, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island is convenient for those needing to reach the city’s international airport, which is just a five-minute drive to the east and north. (The hotel provides a free airport shuttle as well as a scheduled shuttle to Horton Plaza downtown.) The proximity to the harbor marina also means easy access to boating or fishing tours and other water activities. The immediate area is otherwise lacking in things to do, and it's about 15 minutes by car to downtown attractions (which includes the San Diego Zoo and Air & Space Museum), the popular Gaslamp Quarter, and the cruise terminal.
Rooms
Rooms have busy decor and lovely views from small balconies.
Heavy patterns in swirling geometric earth tones dominate guest room decor, with varying designs found on carpets, curtains, and upholstery. The overall effect might be too much for travelers looking for a conventional room near the airport. The lamps and dark furniture are otherwise attractive, and wrap-around desks have extra work spaces with accompanying roller chairs. All rooms have coffeemakers and mini-fridges, while suites add kitchenettes and breakfast bars. Bathrooms have large vanities and tiled shower/tub combos. Views are the main selling point here, and rooms have small balconies or patios to take advantage of them.
Features
Outdoor pool, large ballroom, and on-site Panorama Bar & Grill with lounge
The hotel's Panorama Bar & Grill serves California coastal cuisine with views of the marina outside its wall of French doors. The attached bar and lounge has numerous flat-screen TVs for sports fans and fireplace seating for those who prefer more ambiance. A heated outdoor pool and hot tub sit in a palm-lined sun deck with loungers and covered tables. Active guests can run or cycle outside or hit the treadmills in the 24-hour fitness center. The Hilton's facilities consist of both indoor and outdoor meeting spaces totaling 8,000 square feet, including the 3,200 square-foot Marina Ballroom. Its business center thoughtfully includes both PCs and Macs, along with printing services.
Related Hotels
Scene
Convenience-focused hotel, with both bland and busy interiors
With the harbor on one side and bay on the other, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island benefits from its scenic position near a waterfront walkway that's popular with bicyclists and joggers. Apart from its vistas, the hotel manages to be simultaneously bland and busy. The front desk is broken into three separate podiums surrounded by bare open spaces punctuated with wild area rugs and bright teal chairs. A chocolate divan with multi-colored pillow adds a charming touch to the mix. Common areas otherwise offer a subdued, neutral palette.
Location
On the Harbor Island waterfront, a short ride from the airport
Located on Harbor Island, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island is convenient for those needing to reach the city’s international airport, which is just a five-minute drive to the east and north. (The hotel provides a free airport shuttle as well as a scheduled shuttle to Horton Plaza downtown.) The proximity to the harbor marina also means easy access to boating or fishing tours and other water activities. The immediate area is otherwise lacking in things to do, and it's about 15 minutes by car to downtown attractions (which includes the San Diego Zoo and Air & Space Museum), the popular Gaslamp Quarter, and the cruise terminal.
Rooms
Rooms have busy decor and lovely views from small balconies.
Heavy patterns in swirling geometric earth tones dominate guest room decor, with varying designs found on carpets, curtains, and upholstery. The overall effect might be too much for travelers looking for a conventional room near the airport. The lamps and dark furniture are otherwise attractive, and wrap-around desks have extra work spaces with accompanying roller chairs. All rooms have coffeemakers and mini-fridges, while suites add kitchenettes and breakfast bars. Bathrooms have large vanities and tiled shower/tub combos. Views are the main selling point here, and rooms have small balconies or patios to take advantage of them.
Features
Outdoor pool, large ballroom, and on-site Panorama Bar & Grill with lounge
The hotel's Panorama Bar & Grill serves California coastal cuisine with views of the marina outside its wall of French doors. The attached bar and lounge has numerous flat-screen TVs for sports fans and fireplace seating for those who prefer more ambiance. A heated outdoor pool and hot tub sit in a palm-lined sun deck with loungers and covered tables. Active guests can run or cycle outside or hit the treadmills in the 24-hour fitness center. The Hilton's facilities consist of both indoor and outdoor meeting spaces totaling 8,000 square feet, including the 3,200 square-foot Marina Ballroom. Its business center thoughtfully includes both PCs and Macs, along with printing services.
Best Rates
Amenities
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Airport Transportation
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Business Center
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Cable
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Concierge
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Dry Cleaning
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Fitness Center
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Internet
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Jacuzzi
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Pets Allowed
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Pool
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Poolside Drink Service
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Swim-Up Bar
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Tennis Court
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