Closest to Friday's venue
Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection
★★★★★ 4.2 of 5 on Google · 1,232 reviews
A beachfront Marriott resort right on the sand, a short walk down Seacoast Drive from Friday evening. Ocean-view rooms, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
800 Seacoast Drive
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Average about $340 a night
Recommended alternative
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway
★★★★★ 4.3 of 5 on Google · 2,149 reviews
Coastal-style rooms, a pool, on-site dining, and free parking. A practical middle ground between both celebrations.
800 Bay Marina Drive
National City, CA 91950
Average about $160 a night
Coronado boutique
Crown City Inn
★★★★★ 4.7 of 5 on Google · 390 reviews
Charming boutique rooms with a pool, bicycles, and free parking. Lovely for guests who want the shops and restaurants of Coronado close by.
520 Orange Avenue
Coronado, CA 92118
Average about $230 a night
Good for families
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South
★★★★★ 4.4 of 5 on Google · 824 reviews
A comfortable, familiar hotel with breakfast included, free parking, and easy freeway access to both venues.
632 E Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Average about $175 a night
Historic boutique
El Primero Hotel
★★★★★ 4.6 of 5 on Google · 398 reviews
A family-owned historic hotel with real character, walkable restaurants nearby, and free parking.
416 Third Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Average about $155 a night
Best value
The Rambler Hotel
★★★★★ 4.4 of 5 on Google · 920 reviews
Fun retro styling, a pool, and free parking. A clean, casual place to stay at a friendlier price.
225 Bay Boulevard
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Average about $135 a night
Guest ratings come from Google and were checked in October 2026. Nightly figures are averages based on published rates, not confirmed quotes for June 2027, so please confirm the price, taxes, and parking at the time you book.