Best Skilled Nursing in San Diego, California
25 communities found
San Diego offers 25 skilled nursing communities, with 24 of them rated and an average score of 4.3 based on 2,803 reviews read. Among the 19 communities with Medicare star ratings, the average is 3.5 stars, with 6 earning five stars and 9 earning four stars or better, while 2 carry just one star.
- 25communities
- 4.3average rating, 24 rated
- 2,803family reviews read
HarborView Senior Assisted Living
San Diego, California
4.9(46)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
Vi At La Jolla Village
San Diego, California
4.8(212)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Casa De Las Campanas
San Diego, California
4.8(189)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
The Villa on Bankers Hill
San Diego, California
5(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Bayshire Torrey Pines
San Diego, California
4.6(202)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
The Springs at Pacific Regent La Jolla
San Diego, California
4.4(168)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
San Diego, California
4.4(134)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Novellus Clairemont
San Diego, California
4.4(60)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
St. Paul's Senior Services Corporate Office
San Diego, California
5(2)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
Arroyo Vista Nursing Center
San Diego, California
4.2(117)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Horizon Recuperative Care - San Diego
San Diego, California
4.2(29)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
University Care Center
San Diego, California
4.1(183)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in San Diego
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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HarborView Senior Assisted Living
4.9 (46 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe HarborView as an intimate, family-run memory care home where staff communicate closely with relatives and know residents personally.
- 2
4.8 (212 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe Vi at La Jolla Village as a highly regarded Type A CCRC where feedback on staff, dining, and activities is nearly uniformly positive.
- 3
4.8 (189 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Casa de las Campanas residents describe a tight-knit, engaged social culture with reliable on-site health services and responsive staff and leadership.
- 4
5 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Villa on Bankers Hill holds a 5-star Google rating from 11 reviews, though no written family reviews describe specific care experiences.
- 5
4.6 (202 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise Bayshire Torrey Pines' nursing, therapy, and caregiving staff, especially compassionate care during recoveries from falls, strokes, and surgeries.
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The Springs at Pacific Regent La Jolla
4.4 (168 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families overwhelmingly praise this skilled nursing and rehab facility for attentive, compassionate staff and strong physical, occupational, and speech therapy outcomes.
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Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
4.4 (134 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families overwhelmingly describe Carmel Mountain as a clean, well-staffed skilled nursing and rehab center with attentive nurses, CNAs, and physical therapists.
- 8
4.4 (60 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Novellus Clairemont draws largely positive feedback for caring staff, activities, and dining, with many families praising individual leaders and caregivers by name.
- 9
4.2 (117 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise Arroyo Vista's therapy team, nursing staff, food, and cleanliness in this small, family-like skilled nursing setting.
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Horizon Recuperative Care - San Diego
4.2 (29 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Horizon Recuperative Care helps people move from hospital stays back toward independent living, with reviewers praising specific case managers for warmth and dedication.
What families say about skilled nursing in San Diego
Counted across the review summaries of 25 San Diego communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted in 100% of the 25 communities, along with medical and nursing care in 80% and cleanliness in 72%. Communication with families appears as a strength in 52% of communities but also surfaces as a concern in 36%, and staff attitude is flagged as a concern in 52% of communities.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 80%
- Building and grounds 76%
- Cleanliness 72%
- Communication with families 52%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 52%
- Building and upkeep 48%
- Staffing levels and turnover 36%
- Communication with families 36%
“I love sharing Casa with my family. They can have dinner with me.<br>We can enjoy the beautiful gardens and swim in 2 different pools. They love it here.”
“I am happy to see my relative often eating his meals in the dining room, rather than in his room. There's great benefit from socializing with other residents. Thank you, Balboa Nursing for that.”
“The Vi is a shining example of high-quality care in a high-end setting. The staff is courteous and professional, and the community itself is beautiful. Whenever I have a family member looking for senior living, the Vi is who I recommend.”
Skilled Nursing in San Diego: the figures
- •19 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5: 11 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (25), medication management (25), housekeeping (24), gathering / activity spaces (22), social activities (22), on-site nurse (rn) (20).
How families pay for skilled nursing in California
Most families in California cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years earlier, can also help offset monthly fees, though coverage terms vary widely by policy and are worth reviewing closely before making a decision. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps pay for the cost of care, and it is worth checking eligibility early since the application process can take time.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in California.
Skilled Nursing near San Diego
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla7.2 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 7.2 mi |
| La Mesa7.3 mi | 24 | 4.3 / 5 | 7.3 mi |
| Lemon Grove8.6 mi | 5 | 4 / 5 | 8.6 mi |
| National City10.7 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 10.7 mi |
| El Cajon11.5 mi | 20 | 4.2 / 5 | 11.5 mi |
| Poway11.8 mi | 10 | 3.9 / 5 | 11.8 mi |
| Chula Vista13.8 mi | 19 | 4.3 / 5 | 13.8 mi |
| Encinitas17.6 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 17.6 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 13, 2026 from the 25 communities listed in San Diego, 2,803 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 24, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in San Diego ask about.
- Home Care in California: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in San Diego: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in San Diego, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 25 skilled nursing long term care communities in San Diego, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in San Diego are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Villa on Bankers Hill (5★, 11 ratings), HarborView Senior Assisted Living (4.9★, 46 ratings), Vi At La Jolla Village (4.8★, 212 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in San Diego?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, San Diego has assisted living (104 communities), home health (45 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (25 communities), memory care (20 communities), independent living (18 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in San Diego?
Families rate San Diego skilled nursing long term care communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 2,803 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in San Diego skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 25 San Diego communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 80%), building and grounds (mentioned for 76%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (52%), building and upkeep (48%), staffing levels and turnover (36%).
How do San Diego nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
19 Medicare-certified nursing homes in San Diego carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5. 11 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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