San Diego Airport Hotels & Sleeping Pods

Where to Stay/Sleep at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

If you're on a layover or transit in San Diego Airport and looking to get some sleep or rest you can book an airport hotel or sleeping pods inside San Diego airport and/or anywhere nearby the airport. Below we list the best airport hotels in 🇺🇸 San Diego airport (SAN) or even just a sleeping pod or capsule hotel for a quick snooze or rest.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
  • 2311 Lee Court, San Diego, CA 92101 (≈0.8 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Hotel with airport shuttle
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Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport‑Old Town by IHG
  • Near Old Town, San Diego, CA (≈3 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Hotel with airport shuttle
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Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island
  • Harbor Island, San Diego, CA (≈0.8 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Waterfront hotel with shuttle
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Sheraton San Diego Resort & Marina
  • Harbor Island, San Diego, CA (≈0.4 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Resort hotel with shuttle
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Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station
  • Liberty Station, San Diego, CA (≈0.8 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Hotel with shuttle
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Courtyard San Diego Airport/Liberty Station
  • Point Loma, San Diego, CA (≈1 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Hotel with shuttle
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Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport‑Liberty Station
  • Point Loma, San Diego, CA (≈1.1 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Extended‑stay with shuttle
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Solis Place (Old Town)
  • Old Town, San Diego, CA (≈1.1 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Apartment‑style lodging
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PodShare San Diego
  • 500 West Fir Street, Downtown San Diego, CA (≈1.2 mi from SAN)
  • Type: Shared pod/hostel
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Free Sleeping & Rest Areas in San Diego Airport

If you don't want to book a room and/or on a budget, there might be some free sleeping or rest areas inside San Diego airport or you can visit the 🇺🇸 San Diego Airport (SAN) official website map page to find specific locations.

  • Pre-Security – Terminal 2 Far End (Sun Country Check‑In Area): A quieter landside zone where overhead announcements are less frequent, often used by travelers overnight.
  • Baggage Claim Circular Sofas: Armrest‑free round benches in the baggage claim area offering more comfort for resting.
  • Prayer Room – Terminal 2: A peaceful public-space option inside Terminal 2 landside suitable for short rest periods.
  • Public Seating Landside Terminal 1 & 2: Open 24 hours but with basic seating; bring a blanket and earplugs for comfort.

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Related Info:
- San Diego Airport Hotel Finder
- Transit Hotel and Sleeping at the Airport During Layover Guide
- Airlines That Offer Free Transit Hotel During Long Layover

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