Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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BBQ/picnic area
Lobby
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
View from room
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

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8651 Spectrum Center Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92123
  • Mission Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Diego State University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 585 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 338 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 585 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Kearny Mesa, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as San Diego State University and Mission Bay. This 3-star hotel has 245 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 10 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • San Diego State University - 10 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Balboa Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • SeaWorld - 12 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hazard Center Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Park Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Suburban hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 18.00 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and a computer station.
32-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. IPod docks, refrigerators, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 18 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7.50 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Starbucks
  • The Bistro
  • The Bistro Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,000 square feet of conference space
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in bathtub (33 inches high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Raised toilet seat (24 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2002
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7.5 to 15 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 18.00 per night (in/out privileges)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Courtyard Marriott Hotel San Diego Central
Courtyard Marriott San Diego Central
Courtyard San Diego Central
Marriott Courtyard San Diego Central
Marriott San Diego Central
Courtyard Marriott San Diego Central Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central San Diego
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

This hotel is situated in Kearny Mesa, close to Mission Bay, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, and Snapdragon Stadium. Fashion Valley Mall and Old Town San Diego State Park are both also nearby.

Is there parking available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 18.00 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central include a casino?

No, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Bistro.

Will Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

The closest major airport to Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 2.2 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 10.8 mi away (22-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy pool or city views.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Candice

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival, we were SHOCKED that there was a fee to park our rental car. This fee is $18/DAY that comes out of an additional deposit (after booking and upon arrival) of $200. Disappointed there was no continental breakfast. We needed a walk in shower for a guest limited to a wheelchair and the first room assigned to us did not meet this request. The beds were all TERRIBLE. When I asked the front desk why the mattresses were rock hard, she said it was because there was less support in these rooms since the mattresses needed to be lower for “handicaps”. We left two nights early and stayed elsewhere because of how uncomfortable we were! We were not offered a refund for the last two nights either. My mom, who is wheelchair bound is making a complaint to the ADA regarding her experience as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a stay away from the tourist areas
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NAN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this place! It is convenient for me to stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaushik

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While the hotel is clean and nice, the flush in the toilet had constant issues. I fixed it myself, we spoke to the reception and she offered to change our room or give us complementary breakfast, we opted for the latter but on showing up at the restaurant they did not honor this commitment mentioning no more record of the complementary breakfast being provided. That felt a bit insulting considering we had to deal with all of this.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Socorro

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet safe
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thalia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms in the room needed to be deep cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a decent location and central to a lot of San Diego. It is a little over due for a cosmetic refresh, but not dirty or poorly maintained. The biggest gripe I have this that they charge you $18 a night for parking considering there is nothing near this hotel that can be accessed by foot and a car is really your only option to get around this charge is borderline extortion. It’s not like they don’t have a giant parking lot either. Definitely something that should be factored into room cost.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aditi

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
there was a spider and when talking to the front desk, they hung up rudely when conversation was still taking place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Personnel was efficient and very responsive!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

I liked the overall experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nazarene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the room!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable stay

The hotel was clean but definitely needed maintenance throughout. Room was clean with a nice view but beds were not super comfortable. Hotel bar staff were great. Starbucks lacked a little and the breakfast was not worth $20
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great choice

Great central location! Clean comfy room. Lots of spots to hang out. Great stay! Super friendly staff too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and I will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vibha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet, would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Phoebe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It would have been nice to have a blow dryer in the room. Other then that it was a nice room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025