Finding the Right Place to Stay On Your San Diego Vacation

Finding the right hotel, hostel, or vacation rental for your stay in San Diego is a very important part of your vacation planning. The right location can add incredible value to your trip by saving you time, money, and hassle. Let's be honest, the price matters but so does a lot of other things. Is the rental in close proximity to the places that you want to visit? Is it kid and family friendly? Will you lose time because of San Diego traffic? What will the weather be like in my particular micro climate? Can I prepare my own meals there? All of these questions are relevant to you where in the city you plan on staying for your trip as well as what type of accommodations you expect to purchase.

By far the best combination of value and luxury that you can find in a vacation to San Diego is to get a San Diego vacation rental. These are perfect for families or large groups traveling to San Diego for at least a week at a time, but increase in value if you can stay for a month. A large family might have to rent two or even three hotel rooms to comfortable fit their entire family. With a rental property you can house your whole family under the same roof, and have the privacy of walking to each and every room that you occupy in comfortable night wear without having to travel through a public hall. Most vacation rentals also have a kitchen, which can save you lots of money on meals by giving you a chance to buy and store your own food from grocery stores, a much cheaper alternative to eating out every meal. Even if you don't want to cook, the savings from being able to buy some milk, cereal, and some fruits and vegetables for breakfasts and snacks can be both health conscious and budget saving.

Hotels also offer travelers a good choice, but these are usually just as expensive for longer stays as a vacation rental but have all the drawbacks of not being able to purchase your own food as well as some of the privacy and security concerns. San Diego hotels are a good option though for short term vacationers who only are coming in and out of San Diego. They are generally very close to major freeways, allowing you easy access to the major arteries of travel. Some hotels are even within walking distance of many of the places you will want o visit, such as Sea World, Sea Port Village, or various beaches - but be warned, these hotels are usually much more expensive than hotels a little farther away. You will pay a premium for their location.

When all is said and done it is best to make the choice that best fits your vacationing needs. There is no wrong choice because San Diego accommodations are generally nice and clean, but making the best choice will really enhance your stay in San Diego.