San Diego is a spectacular city to explore, and one of the best ways to truly experience the city is to stay in a San Diego bed and breakfast. A bed and breakfast is much more private than a regular hotel, and they are often less expensive while offering a much more personal experience. There are many San Diego bed and breakfast inns to choose from, so selecting the right one can be a bit difficult. We have collected the best three San Diego bed and breakfast inns here, based on guest reviews.

The Hillcrest House Bed and Breakfast is known around the world as one of the best bed and breakfast inns in San Diego. This inn is convenient to the airport and has a very homey atmosphere. Guests can choose from five different rooms, each of which has its own personality. All five of the rooms have been newly renovated, and guests can choose special packages that include little extras like a bottle of champagne or a massage. If you like dogs, the owner will even let you take her Yorkshire terrier for a walk. A night at the Hillcrest House Bed and Breakfast starts at $129 per night and goes up to $229 per night.

Travelers who want to experience a bit of Europe during their stay should check out the Little Italy Inn. This San Diego bed and breakfast sits right in the middle of Little Italy, which is in downtown San Diego. The inn combines old world charm and modern conveniences in a way that only Europe can. The inn has 23 different rooms, and the architecture and style of the hotel is Victorian and Craftsman. This bed and breakfast is close to some of the city’s newest restaurants and eateries owned by award winning chefs. Travelers will also enjoy being close to the Gaslamp Quarter. Room rates for the Little Italy Inn start at $69 and go up to $139, depending on which room you choose.

Travelers who prefer to stay right on the beach will definitely want to try the Elsbree House. This is a fairly new bed and breakfast that is located just 500 feet from the ocean. Guests can enjoy the beach or take a stroll on Sunset Cliffs, which allow for panoramic views of Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, the downtown area, the harbor, and more. The inn is convenient to the airport and everything you might want to do while staying in San Diego. The style of this inn is Country English, and travelers will enjoy the lush gardens. Each room has its own private patio or balcony, and there are five rooms to choose from. Travelers will also enjoy the pantheon of food that is available just a short walk away, including Japanese, French, Thai, German, Portuguese, Chinese, Mexican, and Italian cuisine. Rooms at the Elsbree House range in price from $135 to $275 per night. There are also condos available, which have full kitchen and can be rented on either a weekly or a nightly basis. The condos start at $1,000 per week or $175 per night.