Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island

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Hilton Hotels & Resorts
8.4 (1197 reviews)
1960 Harbor Island Drive , San Diego , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Nice views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High additional fees

Categories

Cleanliness
6.9
Many complaints about dirty bathroom floors and not very clean showers.
Service
9.4
Friendly and helpful staff, eager to assist with requests.
Location
9.4
Conveniently located near the water and close to the airport.
Room Quality
7.9
Some good rooms with nice views, but issues with not receiving the reserved room.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities like the hot tub were appreciated, though charging for breakfast was a drawback.
Value for Money
7.9
Considered expensive with additional charges for parking and breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Delicious food in the restaurant, but high prices for eating options.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall a pleasant stay, with significant highlights but some areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-28 02:00

Property Description

Waterfront Location
The elegant Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island overlooks Harbor Island's scenic waterfront, providing a picturesque setting for your stay.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary airport shuttles, an outdoor pool, and free Wi-Fi during your visit. The hotel's proximity to major freeways offers easy access to top attractions like SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo.

Relaxation and Comfort
Indulge in the 24-hour fitness center, sauna, and cozy guestrooms featuring goose-down duvets and Serenity Suite Dreams beds. Experience a delightful and comfortable stay at the Harbor Island Hilton.

Book your stay now for a memorable experience at the Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Some rooms will be under renovation, effective immediately and ending on February 10th, 2024.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SAN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 35 per day.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 72.86
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: Yes
  • Ramp Angle: 10
  • Ramp Length: 6
  • Entrance Type: Electric
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Distance From The Elevator To The Accessible Room: 5
  • Room Max Guests Number: 4
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: Yes
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
  • Lifts Accessible: Yes
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Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1197 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Timothy • family_with_children • us
5
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • extended_group • us
10
Beautiful view. Nice room.
Pros:

Great location to the airport.

Cons:

Reception was a little unfriendly.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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O2023KZashleys • Solo travel
10
Fantastic
Pros:

I had to make a last minute reservation due to a work flight the next morning, and the staff were very accommodating, amiable, and professional.

2026-06-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Renisha • family_with_children • us
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Takahisa • extended_group • jp
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Tigran • couple • am
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • us
9
close to coast and good restaurants
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Ddunkl • Couples • Torrance, California
10
We’ll be back!
Pros:

I’ve stayed on Shelter Island but first time at this hotel. It feels like a boutique hotel. All the staff greet you. The bell persons are friendly and the front desk staff are always available. The lobby is small and clean. Parking is self-park with lots on either side. Their checkout is Noon so arriving early is a challenge and Will did his best to get us into an available room. They can store your bags until yr room is ready. I loved the fact it was a quiet area and felt safe to take our dog out even at night. You’ll have to drive or take a uber/lyft to get to other areas of SD. They do have a shuttle to the airport. We visit SD often and will return to this hotel.

2026-05-29 • via Tripadvisor
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michael • solo_traveller • cr
3
Not really pet friendly
Pros:

Good location, comfortable beds.

Cons:

For a pet friendly hotel I would expect to be able to leave the dogs in the room for 2-3hours to be able to actually go to eat etc.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Keenan • couple • us
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Tammy • family_with_children • us
8
Good stay would stay again
Pros:

Lobby clean rooms and pool

Cons:

Little pricey for age of property

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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ConsideredReview • Couples • Norwich, Norfolk, East Anglia, England
6
Nice views over water but poor sound insulation between rooms
Pros:

Nice views over water but poor sound insulation between rooms. Isolated position on a thin spit of land with nothing useful within walking distance.

2026-05-27 • via Tripadvisor
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Joshua • couple • us
7
Would stay there again for the convenience to the airport and the staff.
Pros:

Location was great! Staff was very attentive and professional. Greeted right away upon entering the hotel and when we needed a few extra things for our room, they were on it and had it brought up right away.

Cons:

The in room air unit was not very good.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful!!

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • couple • us
7
Overall a great stay.
Pros:

The staff, the location, the view.

Cons:

The distance to any convenience store was tough. I didn’t want to pay to rent a car and then pay to park it. Uber was good but not when u want to run to the store.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • us
10
Great location, friendly staff, comfortable beds, adequate restaurant on premises
Pros:

Location, comfortable, friendly staff, shuttle

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • us
10
Wonderful area
Pros:

Location and atmosphere

Cons:

I liked it all

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

close to airport and great shuttle.

Cons:

alarm didn't work

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Vaden • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Tareek • couple • us
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee