AP* by the Sea Summer Institutes
Hotel/Dorm Options
SHUTTLES:
Complimentary USD Shuttle Monday through Friday - just a short walk from the Old Town hotels to the Old Town Transit Center.
USD provides free shuttle service to and from the Old Town Transit Center, convenient to OLD TOWN hotels (Old Town Inn, Holiday Inn Express Old Town, Old Town Courtyard by Marriott, and Hacienda Hotel Old Town). Please book an Old Town Hotel if you require a shuttle. Shuttles run Monday through Friday; NOT on the weekends.
USD/Old Town Trolley Station Shuttle. Free for all Old Town Hotels.
Old Town-->USD
7:15am
7:45am
8:15am
USD Fountain (West End)-->Old Town
3:30pm
4:00pm
4:30pm
5:00pm
5:30pm
6:00pm
6:30pm
The USD shuttle stop is on the EAST side of the trolley/train tracks, closest to Old Town State part, NOT the side of the parking lot where there is a shuttle sign.
There is NO sign to indicate the stop, but look for a white van with a blue stripe where the taxis pick up passengers, marked by a white curb. DO NOT confuse the USD van with the UCSD van.
Dorm/Hahn/Manchester shuttle info: loops regularly in morning and afternoon, Monday through Friday.
Dorms:
The USD “dorms” are actually the Alcala Vista Apartments, two bedroom/two bathroom suites with living room and kitchen. Each participant has a private bedroom and a private bathroom, sharing the central living room and kitchen with one other participant. The apartments are located on campus .7 miles from the Manchester Conference Center. Shuttle service is USUALLY AVAILABLE, see "Shuttle Information" above. The cost is $480 for five nights with recreational privileges and daily breakfasts. Visit our USD FAQ for more information about the dorms.
Note: Other groups, including students, may share the
facility and may sometimes be “high spirited.” We cannot refund dorm payments.
If you have any misgivings, please consider the hotel option.
2008 Hotel Rates available in early 2008
We highly recommend the hotel option. Should you decide to seek off-campus accommodations, we have several Old Town and Mission Valley hotels with special rates--all just 5 minutes from USD. (See Map)
- Please request AP* by the Sea at USD group rates when making reservations.
- Rates are guaranteed up to 30 days before each institute.
- Rates on Internet discount travel sites are often comparable and sometimes lower.
- Use tripadvisor.com for additional places to stay.
Old Town:
The Old Town Inn, 4444 Pacific Highway, $67.37/nt, queen or double-bedded economy rooms -- excellent value; $112.37/nt deluxe room. Air conditioned with HBO, continental breakfast, and a pool. Located across the street from Old Town Transit center, clean and friendly, fills up quickly, 800 643-3025
The Hacienda Hotel Old Town, 4041 Harney Street, $169/nt June 22-27; $169/nt July 6-11; $179/nt July 27-Aug 1. Highest rating by participants, hillside setting, Santa Fe style suites which include microwave, refrigerators, VCR/cable, complimentary airport shuttle, social hour, pool, spa, fitness center, restaurant. single or double, optional underground parking, $12/day, free parking nearby. 800 888-1991
The Holiday Inn Express Old Town, 3900 Old Town Avenue, $149/nt single or double,$159/nt triple or quad, parking $12, though street parking available; this 125-room property boasts comfortably appointed guest rooms that include microwave, refrigerator, and complimentary hi-speed wired and wireless internet. They also serve a tasty complimentary daily deluxe continental breakfast and offer complimentary shuttle service to the airport and San Diego's wonderful attractions. Walking distance to over 150 exciting shops, museums, live entertainment, and dining, convenient location is just off the Old Town exit from Interstate 5, and just minutes from San Diego Bay, Downtown San Diego, Seaport Village, Little Italy, and San Diego International Airport, a short walk to the trolley. Contact the Sales office at 619-299-7400 x421
Comfort Inn Airport at Old Town, 1955 San Diego Ave., $129/nt June, $149/nt July. Located within 1 mile walking distance of Old Town, 37 restaurants and Old Town Trolley Tours. We are just 3 miles from downtown, Lindbergh Field Airport, San Diego Convention Center, PetCo Park, GasLamp Quarter, the World Famous San Diego Zoo, and Seaworld. The hotel offers full service amenties including a free deluxe breakfast buffet including Belgian waffles, pastries, muffins, fresh fruit, yogurt, bagels, and a variety of cereals and juices. Hotel amenities include free parking, free airport shuttle, free wireless and wired internet, 42¹¹ TV with Monitors, 24 hour deli, heated outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, and business center. NOT SUITABLE FOR WALKING TO USD SHUTTLE.
Old Town Courtyard Marriott, 2435 Jefferson St,$179/nt in June, $189/nt July 29-Aug. 3, $15/nt parking, though street parking available, free internet, pool, restaurant, mention AP by the Sea, 800 331-3131
Hotel Circle/Mission Valley:
Crown Plaza Resort Hotel, 2270 Hotel Circle North, $149/nt in June, $179/nt in July + $10/nt parking. Relaxed tropical atmosphere, swaying palms, and waterfalls. Large rooms with balconies or patios overlooking tropical pool or adjacent golf course. Cable, CD, TV, coffee maker. Request AP by the Sea Rates, 619 297-1101.
Town and Country Resort Hotel, 500 Hotel Circle North, $124/nt garden, $134/nt traditional, $144/nt deluxe, $8/nt parking. Two towers or ranch-style garden bungalows that capture the feeling of a cozy retreat, 5 restaurants, spa (w. discounts) and fitness facilities, trolley stop. Room accommodations include coffee makers, TV/cable movie channels, data port, high speed internet access (nominal fee), video account review and check-out, Individual climate control, electronic door locks with automatic deadbolt, full bath amenities, turndown available on request, iron, ironing boards, AM/FM alarm clock radio, hair dryer, free weekday newspaper and room service (6:00 a.m. - midnight). Free airport shuttle, complimentary buffet breakfast, walk to Fashion Valley shopping and River Walk golf. Request ESC #1069 rate, 800 772-8527,. or go to www.towncountry.com, type in the check in date, click on Corporate/Special, and type in “AP”.
Doubletree Club Hotel Circle, 1515 Hotel Circle South, $159/nt June 22-27 and July 6-11; $189/nt July 27-August 1, $14/day parking (although street parking available), offers private balconies, cable, HBO, refrigerator, coffee maker, restaurant, fitness center, pool and spa. 800 486-5315. Newly renovated, completed May 2008.
Extended Stay America, 2087 Hotel Circle South, $115 queen, $125 2 doubles, June 22-27; $125 queen, $135 2 doubles, July 6-11; $138 queen, $153 2 doubles, July 27-Aug 1. These “efficiency studios” include kitchenette, recliner, cable TV, laundry facilities, and complementary parking - NO POOL. 619 296-5570
Days Inn, 543 Hotel Circle South, $109/nt, pool, spa, and free parking. The newly renovated rooms feature one king or two queen-sized beds, refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards, free HBO and Disney channels, in-room movies and Nintendo, and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access. All rooms are non-smoking. 619 297-8800
Mission Valley Travel Lodge, 1201 Hotel Circle South, 15% discount off regular, reasonable rates which vary by dates. MUST ASK FOR RATE CODE “15” TO RECEIVE 15% DISCOUNT RATE. One or two queen-size beds; pool, spa, free WIFI, expanded cable, HBO, ESPN. Coffee maker, hair dryer, laptop safe in all rooms. Amenities include free parking, two restaurants, lounge, guest laundry, business center on site. Walk to fitness center, fine-dining, shopping. 619 297-2271
Ramada Plaza Hotel, Mission Valley, 2151 Hotel Circle South, $109/night in June, $119/night in July and August; pool, weights, HBO, WIFI, guest laundry, full-service restaurant and pub, free parking, complimentary shuttle to airport AND USD. 800 405-9102
Best Western Seven Seas, 411 Hotel Circle South, $119/nt June 22-27; $129/nt July 6-11; $139/nt July 27-Aug 1; 12 acres, garden setting, café, bar, room service, free parking, shuttle service, local phone calls, pool, two spas, pool table, WIFI, HBO, ESPN, free parking. 800 328-1618
Comfort Inn and Suites (South), 2201 Hotel Circle South. $139/nt, June 22-27; $149/nt, July 6-11; n/a July 27-Aug 1. Choice of king size bed or two queen beds. Complimentary parking and high speed internet access. Complimentary daily continental breakfast buffet. 888-298-5291; 619-881-4174
Vagabond Inn Sea World & Zoo, 625 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA 92108 10% off published room rates. Mention coupon code “AP10” when making reservations through our website or our toll-free hotline 1-800-571-2933. Our centrally-located hotel features free continental breakfast with hot waffles, 2 heated swimming pools, Jacuzzi spa, and newly remodeled rooms with in-room coffee/tea makers, free local calls, Cable TV/HBO, and free high-speed wireless internet access. We also offer discount tickets to Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, and other famous attractions.
Hawthorn Suites, 1335 Hotel Circle South, June 22-27: $149/nt; July 6-11 and July 27-August 1: $159/nt. The Hawthorn Suites San Diego offers all-suite hospitality on Mission Valley's Hotel Circle including complementary parking and wifi. Perched high atop the valley ridge overlooking the 27 challenging holes of Riverwalk Golf Club, our decorator designed spacious guest suites are complimented by a host of amenities. Complimentary hot breakfast each day is available to all guests as is an evening social hour on weekdays. 619 299-3501
Mission Bay/Beach Hotels:
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina, 1441 Quivira Road, Range: $265-$459/nt plus $18/nt parking. Offers a 10% discount off its advertised rates. Featuring 430 newly appointed guestrooms and suites, a new pool deck with three pools and multiple waterslides, a new high energy lounge SWIM, a new waterfront restaurant, Red Marlin, Hyatt’s first eco-friendly spa, Blue Marble Spa™ and magnificently appointed landscaping throughout the entire property. As the closest hotel to Sea World, our family-friendly San Diego hotel is perfectly situated to explore Balboa Park, Lego Land, Gaslamp Quarter and the beautiful beaches. Gaze at the gorgeous vistas of the Pacific Ocean and Mission Bay surrounding our resort hotel as you stroll along the boardwalk. Relax on lounge chairs overlooking the marina, where inviting boats await your arrival. Request AP by the Sea Rate, 800 233-1234
Downtown:
The Hampton Inn Downtown San Diego - 1531 Pacific Highway, $149/nt single or double, parking $12/nt; This 177 room hotel has breathtaking views of the harbor and is located minutes from the Gas lamp District, Seaport Village, Little Italy, Old Town, Petco Park, the zoo, and the San Diego International Airport. This "Art Deco" style hotel has complimentary American breakfast, complimentary internet, complimentary shuttle service, heated pool overlooking the bay, and exercise facility. Contact the Sales office at 619-652-4921.
San Diego Concierge:
(800 979-9091) provides reservation services at group rates. We recommend requesting Old Town or Mission Valley West (Hotel Circle) Hotels for convenience to USD. Remember shuttle to USD only available in Old Town.
