Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island

Hotels
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
8.4 (1294 reviews)
1960 Harbor Island Drive , San Diego , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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 1294 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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Palmer family_with_children us
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Edwyn couple us
1
I was very disappointed in the guest service in getting us help to fix our room
Pros:

I enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi

Cons:

The guest service was horrible I had no air conditioning the first night was 77 degrees inside the room

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Alexis couple us
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Shaquita solo_traveller us
1
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
D
Daniel Alejandro family_with_children mx
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Gabriela couple us
8
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
T
Talia family_with_children il
9
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
M
Michael solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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cookie Minako solo_traveller jp
7
こじんまりしてます
Pros:

空港に近く、ヨットハーバーに面していてとても気持ち良いロケーションです

Cons:

お湯がなかなか出なかった。タオルが少なかった

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Michaele couple us
6
Pros:

Location, comfortable bed.

Cons:

Booked a king with harbor views. I was given 2 queens with marina views and was told it was an upgrade, it was not. I book hotels with breakfast, this hotel came up, it does not include breakfast, There is a restaurant that was very expensive. $65 for a breakfast burrito and vegatable omelette to go, no beverages.

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Laurie solo_traveller us
6
All in all it was an Ok stay nothing was either that good or that bad
Pros:

The location was good

Cons:

The room they gave me wasn’t that great. I did have my little doggie with me so maybe that is way the room location wasn’t great. It also needed some upgrades but since I was only there overnight it sufficed

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
A
Allison extended_group us
10
Perfect and great location
Pros:

The staff was absolutely wonderful. They were welcoming from the moment we walked in. The hotel was clean and it was close to the airport. It was perfect.

Cons:

If I had to choose something that I didn’t like, I would say that they can improve on their drink recipes and add things to their menu for food

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Lisa solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Melania extended_group us
3
will not recommend this hotel...
Cons:

it was not clean ... front desk was not friendly....

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Ijovbaltinovb solo_traveller us
7
Way overpriced !!!!
Pros:

It's waterfront

Cons:

Way overpriced !!!!! Unfriendly staff, obstructed water view, stinky elevator, very tight balcony, uncomfortable bed, dusty curtains, slow draining water in the shower, unreasonable parking fee, doesn't serve breakfast, expensive bottled water which could have been complimentary.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Margaret couple us
8
It was good overall. Some improvements could be made
Pros:

I loved the view from my room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable. The balcony was nice. Toiletries were fine, but having the towels in the shower worried me.

Cons:

I wish that I had more food options. I like to stay in a hotel with breakfast available. This hotel didn't even have a station where I could get hot water to make tea. There was a kureg in the room. Tea lovers know that when using that the water always tastes like coffee. I was able to get water at the front desk. Because I didn't know if my level of Hilton rewards allowed me free bottles of water, I just stared at the bottles on the desk and wondered.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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bcC716EH Business
10
Relaxation and Business
Pros:

The view is always amazing and the hotel staff are super friendly and professional. This is my number one choice when I travel for business.

2026-08-14 via Tripadvisor
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darylh772 Family New Braunfels, Texas
6
OLDER HOTEL WITH OUTSTANDING STAFF
Pros:

This is an older hotel that is definitely showing its age. Built in 1970 with small bathrooms and mid 20th Century style. Takes too long to get hot water in the rooms and typical California regulated poor water pressure in shower and sink. Outstanding staff at all levels with excellent restaurant and cocktail lounge. Beautiful Harbor Island location with marina and harbor views. This property has a spectacular San Diego location convenient to San Diego International Airport. Have stayed here several times over the years, but probably won't return until the property is completely refreshed. Sorry to say as the staff, restaurant, and location are great! Hilton/or franchise owners, get with it an make this property the 21st century hotel it should rightfully be!

2026-08-14 via Tripadvisor
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Rae Jean extended_group us
8
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Susan extended_group us
7
We did enjoy our stay
Pros:

Great location, wonderful view, comfortable beds

Cons:

Bathroom vanity in pretty bad condition. Couldn’t believe that they wouldn’t give me a champagne flute when I ordered a Prosecco in the bar because they said it was too late. They weren’t closing for another half hour. Very disappointing as I find it awful drinking out of a cheap, disposable glass.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee