Hot Chocolate Run

Skechers Hot Chocolate 15K/10K/5K | March 7 to 8, 2026

Race Weekend Lodging for Runners

Stay near Petco Park and the Balboa Park course. Full kitchens for carb-loading, quiet neighborhoods for pre-race rest, parking included. Skip overpriced downtown hotels.

10K+ Runners Expected

Why Runners Choose Vacation Rentals

🍝 Full Kitchen

Cook your pre-race pasta dinner exactly how you like it. No restaurant timing stress.

😴 Quiet Rest

Private homes in residential neighborhoods. No hotel hallway noise before your 7 AM start.

🚗 Free Parking

Most properties include parking. Easy drive to Petco Park race start.

👟 Gear Space

Spread out your race gear, foam rollers, and recovery equipment. No cramped hotel rooms.

👥 Running Club Friendly

2 to 4 bedroom homes perfect for running clubs or training groups traveling together.

🍫 Post-Race Recovery

Come back to your own space after the hot chocolate and fondue. Shower, nap, celebrate.

Available Properties for Race Weekend

All properties available March 7 to 8. Stay Saturday night for the expo, race Sunday morning.

La Jolla Rancho

Location: La Jolla, 20 minutes to Petco Park
Description: Luxury coastal home with ocean views. 3 bedrooms perfect for running clubs. Post-race beach recovery optional!
Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms
Amenities: Ocean Views, Full Kitchen, Parking
Price: $508 to $1,245/night

Prestwick Estate

Location: San Diego, 18 minutes to Petco Park
Description: Premium 4-bedroom with pool. Perfect for running club groups. Post-race pool recovery!
Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms
Amenities: Pool, Group Rate, Parking
Price: $948 to $1,082/night

Columbia Little Italy

Location: Little Italy, 10 minutes to Petco Park
Description: Downtown walkable. Close to expo at Convention Center. Tons of carb-loading restaurant options!
Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms
Amenities: Walkable, Near Expo, Restaurants
Price: $669 to $702/night

First Avenue

Location: Downtown, 12 minutes to Petco Park
Description: Central location. Easy access to start line and expo. Full kitchen for race-day breakfast.
Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms
Amenities: Central, Full Kitchen, Parking
Price: $532 to $612/night

Barrio Logan Room A

Location: Barrio Logan, 8 minutes to Petco Park
Description: Closest to start line! Budget-friendly private room. Trolley access if you don't want to drive.
Room type: Private Room
Amenities: Closest!, Budget, Trolley
Price: $85 to $94/night

Barrio Logan Room B

Location: Barrio Logan, 8 minutes to Petco Park
Description: Budget-friendly with kitchen access. Make your pre-race oatmeal and coffee just how you like it.
Room type: Private Room
Amenities: Budget, Kitchen, WiFi
Price: $68 to $89/night

Barrio Logan Boho Chic Room

Location: Barrio Logan, 8 minutes to Petco Park
Description: Most affordable option! Queen bed, 180 Mbps WiFi for streaming your post-race glory.
Amenities: Queen Bed, Budget, Fast WiFi, Parking
Price: $75 to $79/night