Set on a private marina overlooking Mission Bay, the closest hotel to SeaWorld has slashed rates by 40%. Travel Sunday-Thursday through December for $99 per night; weekends are $40 more. Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve are included in the sale.

Note: Upgrade to a larger Park View room for $20 more.

Guests can rent bicycles, jet-skis and kayaks at the on-site marina, or relax at one of two tropical-themed pools.

For those who would rather not walk, the hotel provides a complimentary shuttle to SeaWorld. The Dana is also a pick-up/drop-off destination for Old Town Trolley Tours, and the San Diego Zoo and Gaslamp Quarter are within eight miles. Internet access is always complimentary.

Not available on: Aug. 22-23, 25-27; Sept. 3-4, 10, 15-17, 23-24