San Diego International Airport, originally named and still commonly referred to as Lindbergh Field, is the main commercial passenger airport in San Diego. Located three miles northwest of downtown, the 661-acre facility is the busiest, single-runway commercial airport in the United States. A variety of hotels ring the airport property with facilities ranging from basic accommodations to a bayside resort.
The San Diego Airport Hilton is located just one mile from Lindbergh Field, directly on San Diego Bay. The 211-unit hotel offers complimentary transportation to and from the terminals as well as complimentary wireless Internet access in the property's lounge and restaurant. All guest rooms feature private balconies or patios, many of which overlook San Diego Harbor. Suites feature a wet bar, pull-out sofa and high-speed Internet access. Guests of the San Diego Airport Hilton can take advantage of the hotel's restaurant (which serves California cuisine and offers spectacular bay views) as well as a swimming pool, marina and fitness room.
Located at the end of the runway, just 2.5 miles from the airport terminal, the Motel 6 Airport is one of the most affordable accommodations near Lindbergh Field. The two-story, motel-style property offers free wireless Internet access in all guest rooms as well as small refrigerators. Guests have use of the outdoor swimming pool and the coin-operated laundry. Kids under age 18 stay free in the same room as their parents.
The Courtyard is just one mile from Lindbergh Field and also offers complimentary transportation to and from the facility. All guest rooms at this four-story, 200-unit hotel have free, wireless Internet access as well as small refrigerators and pull-out sofas. For meals, guests can choose from the full-service restaurant and the more casual deli. Other facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool and fitness center. Unlike many other airport hotels, the Courtyard offers free guest parking.
The Homewood Suites San Diego Airport is a good choice for those staying more than just one night near the airport. Located four miles from Lindbergh Field, this AAA three-diamond property offers studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units; all with a full kitchen, complete with a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher and stove. Other room amenities include two television sets and complimentary high-speed Internet access. For meals, the Homewood Suites serves a free, hot breakfast each morning as well as a complimentary light evening meal Mondays through Thursdays. Guests can also take advantage of the outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and business center.
