A classic historic hotel, the unique design of “The Del” was inspiration for the Grand Floridian Resort in Walt Disney World. This is where “Some Like It Hot” was filmed over 50 years ago! Designated a National Historic Landmark, accommodations here include historic and contemporary rooms, from quaint with no view to a luxurious two-bedroom beach house. Each room has plush terry robes, minibar, safe, complimentary wi-fi, turndown service (on request), newspaper delivery, and Keurig coffeemakers. Features include cabanas, poolside dining, and luxury health spa services, including in-room massages complete with candlelight and wine. There’s also a fitness room, tennis courts, bicycle, boat, and jet ski rentals, plus special programs for children. Disney Vacation Club members can stay here through the Concierge Collection. Valet parking is $47/night. 

Parking is $37. Check-in time: 4:00 pm; check-out time: 12:00 pm. Address: 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA 92118. Phone: 800-HOTELDEL or 619-435-6611. Web: http://www.hoteldel.com.

Howard Johnson San Diego SeaWorld is conveniently located in the heart of Mission Valley in Hotel Circle. Clean, basic décor in its 98 guest rooms, each with in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and free wifi. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, whirlpool spa, complimentary continental breakfast, morning newspaper, guest laundry facility, Internet kiosk in lobby, free shuttle to airport. Sea World shuttle is $4 roundtrip. Free parking. 

Parking is included. Check-in time: 3:00 pm; check-out time: 11:00 am. Address: 3330 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA. 92110. Phone: 619-224-8266. Web: http://www.howardjohnsonsandiego.com.

Everything is awesome at this new, elaborately-themed hotel at the entrance of LEGOLAND in Carlsbad. All 250 guest rooms have separate sleeping areas for kids (king bed for adults and bunk beds with trundle for the kids) and you can choose from Pirate, Kingdom, or Adventure-themed rooms. All include 2 flat-panel TVs, mini-fridge, coffee maker, free wi-fi, safe and of course, a bucket of LEGO bricks! Suites are available as well. Enjoy nightly children's entertainment and early access to LEGOLAND. There are three onsite eateries, including Bricks Family Restaurant, which offers a complimentary breakfast buffet for hotel guests.  The heated pool has zero entry, poolside cabanas, floating LEGO bricks, and poolside food and beverage service, but no hot tub.  Castle play area and LEGO building competitions in the main lobby.  $25/night resort fee includes parking.  

Parking is included. Check-in time: 4:00 pm; check-out time: 11:00 am. Address: 5885 The Crossings Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008. Phone: (877-534-6526. Web: http://california.legoland.com/en/LEGOLAND-Hotel/.

This clean, basic hotel is within walking distance of Mission Bay Park. Amenities include business center, fitness center,  free hot breakfast, complimentary wi-fi, and a very small outdoor pool. All rooms offer mini fridge, microwave, coffeemaker, hair dryer, and iron/ironing board.  Parking lot can be very tight, so park carefully.  

Parking is included. Check-in time: 3:00 pm; check-out time: 12:00 pm. Address: 4540 Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109. Phone: 858-274-7888. Web: http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/san-diego/sanmb/hoteldetail.