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University of San Diego – Hospitality Services

Conference Services, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, California 92110-2492
5000 Guests

Event Types Welcomed

Corporate Social Events
Expo/Competitions
Professional Meeting / Training / Conference / Retreats
Youth Retreat/Camps

About

The University of San Diego offers an inspirational setting for meetings, conferences, retreats, camps and special events. We will help you create a unique, memorable experience for your next San Diego, California event.

Our campus is the perfect location for your conference or event. San Diego offers sunny days and beautiful sunsets; world famous beaches, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, museums, theater and sporting events. The university boasts a plethora of open air spaces, meeting venues, classrooms, and conference spaces that can comfortably accommodate both small and large groups. University of San Diego’s convenient access to housing options include business services and amenities such as suites, apartments, and traditional residence halls for overnight guests. USD also has a partnership with Bartell Hotels that provides access to both budget and luxury hotel accommodations.

University of San Diego also facilitates planning services on a year-round basis and assists with the logistics of your event including event coordination, concierge services, program support, dining and catering services, and more. Watch the video above to learn more about some of the attributes that make the University of San Diego the ideal San Diego event venue.

Meeting & Event Spaces

Max Capacity: 5000 Guests
Largest Classroom Style: 200
Largest Theatre Style: 650
Largest Auditorium Seating: 650
Largest Arena Seating: 5000
Academic Year Largest Group: no

Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice

The Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice building features state-of-the-art classrooms, conflict resolution and meeting rooms, a 288 seat auditorium, as well as an art gallery. In the front of the building is the La Paloma Café, a great place to grab a sandwich or a cup of coffee and enjoy the beautiful views. Located on the west side of the Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice is the reflection room. The room offers a tranquil setting for quiet reflection as it overlooks a stunning view of the San Diego skyline. Just outside of the reflection room in the Garden of the Sea is the most prized view from campus, a 180-degree panorama of Mission Bay and San Diego Harbor.
  • 13,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 280 indoors / 250 outdoors Banquet Style
  • 15-198 Classroom Style
  • 25-288 Theatre Style
  • 50-198 Conference Style
  • 25-198 Hollow Square Style

Mother Rosalie Hill Hall

Mother Rosalie Hill Hall is a state-of-the art facility that incorporates cutting edge technology in its classrooms. It sits on a picturesque mesa in the northwest corner of campus. MRH Hall has a variety of meeting spaces, including Warren Auditorium, an executive classroom, two plazas, an inner courtyard, six classrooms, and six seminar rooms. Enjoy excellent view of Mission Bay from spacious patios.
  • 80,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 100 sit down / 200 reception style Banquet Style
  • 10 - 30 Classroom Style
  • 188 Theatre Style
  • 60 Conference Style

Hahn University Center

A multi-purpose venue that houses a large ballroom which can be divided into three smaller areas, indoor meeting rooms, and outdoor spaces with spectacular views. It also holds our in-house restaurant La Gran Terraza.
  • 10,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 500 indoors / 90 outdoors Banquet Style
  • 20 - 200 Classroom Style
  • 30 - 500 Theatre Style
  • 20 - 200 Conference Style
  • 10 - 150 Hollow Square Style

La Gran Terraza

Featuring fresh, local Californian cuisine including an outstanding lunch buffet and farm-to-table a la carte lunch and dinner menus. An expansive view of Tecolote Canyon and Mission Bay, a spacious floor plan and two-sided fireplace complement your dining experience. Bask in the sun on our delightful terrace while enjoying San Diego's temperate climate.
  • 7,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 240 indoors / 200 outdoors Banquet Style
  • n/a Classroom Style
  • n/a Theatre Style
  • n/a Conference Style
  • n/a Hollow Square Style

Degheri Alumni Center

This three-story building features an open air center courtyard and rear patio, a conference center, and living room equipped with yearbooks, photographs and a fireplace.
  • 20,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 50 indoors / 100 outdoors Banquet Style
  • 50 Classroom Style
  • 100 Theatre Style
  • 80 Conference Style
  • 25 Hollow Square Style

Jenny Craig Pavilion

The Jenny Craig Pavilion is a 5,100 seat arena usable for sports, concerts and unique events with state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment. In addition to the arena, facility includes: a large entry parlor, conference/hospitality suite, locker rooms, sports medicine rooms, weight room and green rooms. Outdoors is Eagan Plaza and a large fountain, ideal for receptions and evenings under the stars.
  • 94,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 1000 indoors / 900 outdoors Banquet Style
  • n/a Classroom Style
  • 2000 Theatre Style
  • n/a Conference Style
  • n/a Hollow Square Style

Shiley Theater

This classically inspired facility seats 600 guests and has a state of the art audio/visual system. The theater can be used on its own or together with the adjacent Camino Courtyard to create the highest quality event.
  • 4,700 Sq. Ft.
  • n/a Banquet Style
  • n/a Classroom Style
  • 605 Theatre Style
  • n/a Conference Style
  • n/a Hollow Square Style

Camino Courtyard

This large, picturesque, courtyard is framed by a rose garden and Spanish Renaissance architecture. Used alone or in conjunction with the Shiley Theater, this beautiful venue can be the backdrop for your unique event.
  • 14,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 600 sit down / 1500 reception style Banquet Style
  • n/a Classroom Style
  • n/a Theatre Style
  • n/a Conference Style
  • n/a Hollow Square Style

Maher Hall

Maher Hall hosts several state of the art classrooms with Smart Board technology. It is home to Salomon Hall, a large multi-configuration room with a built in stage. Also located within Maher is Aroma's Coffee House, which is perfect for an informal or casual gathering. In the courtyard is a lovely Rose Garden, which has hosted outdoor luncheons and private functions.
  • Varies Sq. Ft.
  • 112 Banquet Style
  • 86 Classroom Style
  • 150 Theatre Style
  • 54 Conference Style
  • 54 Hollow Square Style

Camino Hall

Camino Hall is being completely remodeled in 2020. It has several multi-use classrooms, all with smart-board technology and is home to Shiley Theater and the Camino Courtyard.
  • Varies Sq. Ft.
  • n/a Banquet Style
  • 49 Classroom Style
  • 650 Theatre Style
  • 26 Conference Style
  • 26 Hollow Square Style

Loma Hall

Home to USD's new School of Engineering, Loma Hall is equipped with six state-of-the-art "smart classrooms" with high tech interface for the highest quality environment for learning.
  • varies Sq. Ft.
  • n/a Banquet Style
  • 42 Classroom Style
  • 60 Theatre Style
  • n/a Conference Style
  • n/a Hollow Square Style

Saints Tekakwitha and Serra Hall

Beautiful Saints Tekakwitha and Serra Hall has twelve state-of-the-art "smart classrooms" with high tech equipment for all your meeting needs. A great setting for educational programs or an interactive seminar.
  • varies Sq. Ft.
  • n/a Banquet Style
  • 53 Classroom Style
  • 70 Theatre Style
  • 35 Conference Style
  • 35 Hollow Square Style

Food & Beverage Options

La Gran Terraza

La Gran Terraza is an outstanding location that offers you incredible ambience and a team of dedicated culinary and event professionals, doing it all in the center of the remarkable and beautiful University of San Diego campus. La Gran Terraza is conveniently located within the University Center with breathtaking views of San Diego Bay and Tecolote Canyon, the restaurant includes a sophisticated grand dining room, private wine room, a pub, and an outdoor terrace. Visit https://www.lagranterraza.com/ to view current menus.
Seating Capacity: 125

O'Tooles

O'Toole's provides guests with a varied, flavorful menu featuring hot and cold tapas as well as heartier pub entrees for lunch and dinner. In the evenings, choose from local, craft beers and an extensive wine list that features many University of San Diego alumni-owned wineries. Peruse our local, craft beer menu featuring Stone Brewing Co., Karl Strauss and many more. In the evenings, O'Toole's is 21 and up only. Visit https://www.lagranterraza.com/ to view current menus.
Seating Capacity: 50

Student Life Pavilion Dining

Pavilion Dining is home to an array of unique dining concepts that fuse distinct ingredients and flavors to create delicious menus in an inviting environment. Menus were developed in partnership with the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone. Recipient of a Silver Loyal E. Horton Award presented by NACUFS for excellence in dining. 7 days a week breakfast, lunch, and dinner items are available a la carte (items priced individually). Vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Special dietary restrictions can typically be accommodated.
Seating Capacity: 360 indoor & 250 outdoor

Tu Mercado

Tu Mercado is a one-stop shopping destination. It hosts a grocery store, delicatessen, and beverage bar that provides coffee, espresso and tea. A gelato counter has a variety of sweet treats. Tu Mercado also has a wide variety of gluten-free options.
Seating Capacity: n/a - to go market

Special Dietary Restrictions

USD's award-winning ining program can accommodate special dietary needs such as allergies, gluten-free, Halal, vegetarian, vegan, etc. Please contact us with specific requests.
Seating Capacity: n/a

La Paloma

Enjoy globally inspired, simple, sustainable, local food for your mind and body. Enjoy an in-depth, sustainable menu. Foods are made from scratch in-house whenever possible. Enjoy sandwiches and salads made to order, our Mongolian Grill, breakfast served all day, and a full espresso and tea bar.
Seating Capacity: 100

Catering Options

Complete USD Catering Menu

Our menu features a variety of options to fit every appetite and budget.
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USD Breakfast Menu

Whether you want coffee and pastries or a full eggs and bacon plate, we offer everything to start your morning meeting off right!
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USD Lunch Menu

The perfect collection for your lunch meeting. We offer pick-up deli platters, lunch buffets, and hot plated meals. Anything you can think of, we can do!
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USD Dinner Menu

Whether it's a casual meal under the stars on the patio, or a formal sit-down in one of our indoor spaces, our dinner options provide the flexibility and variety to accommodate any type of event you want.
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USD Reception & Cocktail Menu

Want an after-work cocktail hour, or a late evening reception? We've got you covered! Our small bites are big flavor, and our cocktail menu offers enough variety to satisfy every craving.
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USD Dessert Menu

Satisfy your sweet tooth! Our in-house pasty chef offers the most delectable desserts around. From cookies to cakes, there's something for everyone!
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USD Vegetarian & Vegan Menu

We can accommodate many different dietary restrictions. If you have any special food needs, please let us know and we can work to make you a delicious and conscientious meal.
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USD Themed Breaks Menu

We have a variety of themed snack breaks to fit your event. These are pre-set to compliment the type of event your having, whether its an ice cream social, or a movie night. Delicious snacks are at the ready!
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Accommodations

  • Total Number of Overnight Guests: 3000
  • Number of Overnight Rooms: 2215
  • Wi-Fi in Guest Rooms: Yes
Overnight Room Attributes
  • Business Services
  • Dry Cleaning Services
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron
  • Linens Provided
  • Kitchen Available
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer/Dryer
  • WiFi

Alcala Vista Apartments

Four beautiful buildings atop a vista, with gorgeous canyon views. Each apartment has 2-4 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a dinette.
182 units Rooms | 681 Beds

Manchester Village Apartments

Single bedrooms with two to four rooms per apartment. A comfortable living room, kitchen, and dinette.
62 units Rooms | 295 Beds

San Buenaventura Apartments

Beautiful apartments located in the heart of the valley, right next to the state of the art fitness center. Each apartment has 2-4 bedrooms and 1-2 bathrooms, with a comfortable living room, kitchen, and dinette.
65 units Rooms | 249 Beds

Valley A Residence Halls

A suite-style residence hall perched upon the canyon, with breathtaking views of the canyon and the bay. Each suite has between 2-6 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms, and a comfortable living room. Valley A is located next to the Bosley Fitness Center.
133 Rooms | 260 Beds

Valley B Residence Halls

Our classic dormitory-style residence halls are nestled into the Valley area near the fitness center, Bosley Cafe, and are just down the hill from main campus. They offer single or multiple occupancy bedrooms, with communal bathrooms and lounges on each floor.
216 Rooms | 348 Beds

Maher Hall

En suite accommodations located in the heart of our campus, next door to the beautiful Immaculata. Each rooms contains 1-3 beds, and a private-use bathroom. There is a shared lounge on each floor.
87 Rooms | 243 Beds

Camino Hall & Founders Hall

Camino and Founders dormitory-style residence buildings were remodeled in 2020. Located on the west side of campus, each building has single or multiple occupancy rooms, with communal bathrooms on each floor. New air conditioned lounges with kitchens are now available in each hall. Located just west of the Immaculata Church, each building has a beautiful outdoor courtyard for entertaining or dining, and is prime location adjacent to many of our meeting spaces.
125 Rooms | 304 Beds

Featured Amenities

Accessible Facilities
Bus
Business Center
Car Charging Station
Eco-Friendly
Fitness Center
In-House Catering
Laundry
Linens
Near Public Transit
Outdoor Space
Overnight Rooms
Paid Parking
Running Trails
Sports Facilities
Taxi
Theater Seating
Trolley

Venue Location + Transportation

Address

Conference Services,

5998 Alcala Park,

San Diego, California 92110-2492

Transportation

Taxi
Bus
Trolley
Lyft
Uber

Nearby Airport

San Diego International - 10 minutes

Nearby International Airport

10 minutes, 6 miles - 10 minutes

Parking

Parking on Site: Yes

Car charging stations: Yes

Nearby Cities

Los Angeles – 100 miles | Anaheim – 75 miles | San Francisco – 500 miles

Things to Know

Catering

Must Use In-House Catering: Yes

External Catering Allowed: No

Cultural Catering Available: Yes

Food And Beverage Onsite: Yes

Venue Policies

Alcohol Consumption: Yes

Smoking Permitted: No

Eco Friendly: Yes

ADA Accessible: Yes

Technology

Campus is fully wired, including residence halls.

Guest Wi-Fi: Fee

Onsite Tech Support: Yes

Wi-Fi In Meeting Space: Yes

Equipment Available On-Site:
  • Projector Screen
  • Microphones
  • Sound System
  • Custom Lighting

We Connect Unique People With Unique Spaces

MEET TO YOUR OWN DRUM

At Unique Venues we believe that at the core of being unique is inherent inclusivity. We celebrate the notion that people gather for different reasons and that audiences are filled with humans of every race, gender expression, spiritual belief, sexual orientation, age, political leaning, and more.

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