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Its summer concert series (see Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay), tropical landscaping, private marina, and long list of activities make this hotel an entertaining choice. Pay a little a more to get a room with a view of the bay.

Post-Modern architect Michael Graves designed this Italian-style palace hotel. A large fitness spa and highly acclaimed restaurants are next door. Business travelers appreciate the business center.

A 180-degree ocean view distinguishes this inn. Many rooms have kitchens, and a whirlpool tub in the presidential suite overlooks the sea. A swimming pool is located between rooms.

Built in 1897 by a freed slave from Missouri, this quaint inn is the oldest continually operating hotel in Southern California. Its lacy curtains might remind you of your grandma’s house.

The vintage 1888 Queen Anne home and adjoining 1905 cottage have been restored to Victorian perfection. Ask the hosts about the benevolent ghost that haunts the inn.

Accommodations range from large rooms to private casitas , and most have private pools and fireplaces. You can swim, hike, or play golf or tennis.

The Spanish-Colonial complex contains two PGA championship golf courses, a tennis center, a spa with 42 treatment rooms, and a fitness room.

In the heart of Little Italy, rooms contain a queen bed, TV, and refrigerator. A coin-operated laundry is on the premises, as well as free parking. Great Italian restaurants are just outside.

Since 1926, the “Pink Lady of La Jolla” has enchanted with its splendid Mediterranean ambience, exquisite decor, and ideal location on the cliffs above La Jolla Cove. Rooms vary from quite small to large ocean villas.

Rooms are named and decorated after famous artists, such as the tropical Gauguin room, the French-country Monet, and the rustic Mexican look inspired by muralist Diego Rivera. The Japanese-style Furo room has sliding Shoji screens and a soaking tub.