2 Star Hotels Near Cabrillo National Monument & Point Loma Lighthouse

San Diego's Cabrillo National Monument covers more than 600 acres of natural habitat, an important refuge for sea life among the city's coastal urban sprawl. Visitors of the monument can walk by the tide pools and observe wildlife in its natural environment or watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. The Old Point Loma Lighthouse, located within the monument, dates back to 1855 and offers guests a historic look at one of San Diego's most famous symbols.

Vagabond Inn San Diego (Point Loma)

The Vagabond Inn puts guests just more than three miles from the Cabrillo National Monument and directly on the America's Cup Harbor. Every room at the hotel features wireless Internet access, air-conditioning, microwave and free newspapers. All guests receive a free continental breakfast and in-room coffee is available. Pets are welcome at the hotel, and kids under 18 stay for free. The hotel has a heated outdoor pool.

Vagabond Inn San Diego (Point Loma)
1325 Scott St.
San Diego, CA 92106
(800) 522-1555
vagabondinn.com

Ramada Limited San Diego Airport

Located only four miles from the Old Point Loma Lighthouse and national monument, the Ramada Limited also gives guests easy access to the airport with its free shuttle service. Room amenities include high-speed wireless Internet, microwave, fridge and air-conditioning. The hotel's outdoor pool is open all year long and there is an on-site fitness center. In addition, a complimentary continental breakfast is served every morning.

Ramada Limited San Diego Airport
1403 Rosecrans St.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 225-9461
ramadasandiegoairport.com

San Diego Comfort Inn at the Harbor

The national monument and lighthouse are just more than four miles south of the San Diego Comfort Inn. The hotel's sundeck and pool overlook the America's Cup Harbor where guest can view the beautiful ships passing by. All rooms have wireless Internet access, air-conditioning, free weekday newspapers and cable TV. Laundry facilities are available on the property and the hotel serves a complimentary continental breakfast.

San Diego Comfort Inn at the Harbor
5102 N. Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 223-8171
comfortinnattheharbor.com

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Article Written By Patrick M. Lind

Patrick M. Lind has been freelance writing since 2007 and has worked as an editor and journalist for ChicagoSporting.com. He received a Master of Arts in history from the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands and has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and Middle East.

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