The Best Hotels Closest to Balboa Stadium in San Diego for 2026

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A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, yellow armchair, and a coffee table with a book and a potted plant.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 1 km from Balboa Stadium

Wai Kit

￥8,204

￥9,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.

An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a wooden staircase, and potted plants.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern reception desk with a glass top, a large window offering a view, and a potted plant.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.4 km from Balboa Stadium

Victor

￥18,833

￥26,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a leather sofa, a coffee table with a board game, and a flat-screen TV.

A high-rise building with a view of a harbor and sailboats.

A modern building with a sign reading "kasa little Italy" and a glass entrance.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

1.5 km from Balboa Stadium

Victor

￥33,655

￥50,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a round red rug, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, the number 432 above it, and a brick-paved area in front.

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 0.9 km from Balboa Stadium

Seth

￥6,949

￥20,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign at the top, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a sign indicating elevators to parking and a street.

A lobby with a purple-lit ceiling, a large wall mural, and seating areas.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, leather seating, multiple tables, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

0.6 km from Balboa Stadium

Veronica Dangerfield

￥22,736

￥26,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern indoor space with a central reflective sculpture, surrounded by planters and a brick wall.

A modern interior with a staircase, glass doors, and decorative lighting.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, a second-floor balcony, and a visible church in the background.

6. Hotel Narcissus

2.2 km from Balboa Stadium

Jeffrey

￥10,203

￥27,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

A rooftop terrace with white sofas, a fountain, and potted plants.

A fountain with multiple water jets in a courtyard with seating and potted plants.

A luxurious room with ornate chandeliers, a grand staircase, and plush seating.

7. Westgate Hotel

1.2 km from Balboa Stadium

Chris

￥25,795

￥35,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a modern interior design.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the building's brick facade.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Balboa Stadium

Diego

￥46,690

￥62,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

1.5 km from Balboa Stadium

Amy

￥23,443

￥31,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a counter with various kitchen tools.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, a green leather sofa, a red leather sofa, and a wooden railing with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

10. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from Balboa Stadium

Karin

￥17,519

￥19,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

A modern interior with a seating area, a bookshelf, and a view through large windows.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

A narrow alleyway with yellow buildings, a palm tree, and windows.

11. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from Balboa Stadium

Sarah

￥23,421

￥32,657 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, multiple windows, and potted plants.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

A cozy lounge area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and lush tropical plants.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a decorative headboard, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.

12. Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Gaslamp Quarter, 1 km from Balboa Stadium

Michael

￥31,496

￥36,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A narrow hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

A modern living room with a dining area, a coffee machine, and a TV on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a wooden table set for four, including plates, glasses, and cutlery.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden floors, and a large mirror.

13. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 1 km from Balboa Stadium

Chris

￥18,579

￥41,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A modern kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two round tables, and a dining table with chairs. A large window offers a view of city buildings.

14. The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

East Village, 1.2 km from Balboa Stadium

Heather

￥26,726

￥36,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.

A modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

A harbor with boats, a large building, and a parking area.

A cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.

15. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.9 km from Balboa Stadium

Thomas Stanley

￥28,172

￥32,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge areas, and palm trees.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging wicker lamps.

A modern hotel with a prominent circular tower and a glass facade.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

16. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

1.9 km from Balboa Stadium

Thomas Roy

￥42,669

￥56,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city, and a large window overlooking the harbor.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a beige sofa with a red pillow, a floor lamp, and a small white table.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.9 km from Balboa Stadium

Vasiliy

￥43,228

￥50,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a menu stand, and a view of a street with palm trees and a building in the background.

A Hard Rock Hotel with a prominent Hard Rock Cafe sign, a large marquee, and a modern building facade.

A modern lobby with a digital display wall, reception desks, and a spacious, well-lit area.

18. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.6 km from Balboa Stadium

Jessica M

￥29,566

￥41,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, a refrigerator, and a patterned carpet.

A kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and wooden cabinets containing various food items and beverages.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.

19. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

1.5 km from Balboa Stadium

Phyllis

￥23,498

￥27,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1 km from Balboa Stadium

Vishal

￥20,575

￥23,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Compare popular hotels close to Balboa Stadium

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 955 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 210 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 534 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 178 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	9.4 Exceptional 1,213 reviews	View

Top Balboa Stadium Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and recently renovated. Everything was in excellent condition with new tech and tasteful interior design. Nespresso coffee maker made excellent coffee. Conveniently located within 15-20 minute walking distance to the coast, Rady Shell, and Gaslamp district."

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, excellent staff"

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel overall was great!! Walking distance to everything.. access to the ballpark which we utilized.. the pool was relaxing and the staff was very nice.. we did have an issue with the room and what looked like dried up dog poop left behind.. but the hotel took care of us.. I would definitely stay here again… worth the money"

The Neon Elm Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The lounge area was really nice"

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay. Walking distance to seaport which is a must see everytime we visit. the staff were so nice and helpful. The view was amazing and we will definitely stay again."

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, great hotel"

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

8/10 Good

"Overall positive."

Other attractions near Balboa Stadium

A vintage military aircraft with the number 7 and a star insignia.

San Diego Air and Space Museum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Let your imagination take flight with a simulated trip to the moon or a browse through exhibits dedicated to flying machines.

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A building with the sign "Copley Symphony Hall" on its facade.

Jacobs Music Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

Any symphony orchestra would be proud to make this its home venue. Experience the grandeur of the architecture perfectly suiting rich musical tones.

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A vintage Triumph motorcycle on display, featuring a number plate '27', chrome engine, and a classic design.

San Diego Automotive Museum

Buckle up and get ready to take a journey back in time at an interesting museum that is a playground for car enthusiasts.

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Jacobs Music Center

You can get tickets for a performance at Jacobs Music Center during your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Tenth Avenue Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Tenth Avenue Arts Center during your stay in San Diego. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

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WorldBeat Cultural Center

WorldBeat Cultural Center is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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World Beat Center

Enjoy an outing to World Beat Center during your stay in San Diego. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum

You can study the exhibits at San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Balboa Stadium?

Balboa Stadium is located in a historic area of San Diego known for its array of dining options and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 400 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Balboa Stadium?

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Balboa Stadium. Other good choices close by include The Sofia Hotel and Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego.

How many hotels will I find close to Balboa Stadium?

Expedia has 400 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Balboa Stadium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Balboa Stadium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Balboa Stadium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Balboa Stadium?

For more details about updating your stay near Balboa Stadium or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Balboa Stadium?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at San Diego Air and Space Museum, San Diego Natural History Museum, or Maritime Museum of San Diego. Hotel del Coronado, California Tower, and Casa de Balboa are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at San Diego Civic Theatre, Old Globe Theater, and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

How can I get to Balboa Stadium?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near Balboa Stadium is simple. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. If you're hopping a train into the city, San Diego Santa Fe Depot is the closest station to Downtown San Diego. You can learn about your options for water transportation at the local port.

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Our top choices for Balboa Stadium hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

6. Hotel Narcissus

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Pendry San Diego

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

10. Gaslamp Hostel

11. Hotel Z

12. Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

13. The Artifact Inn

14. The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

15. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

16. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

18. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

19. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Compare popular hotels close to Balboa Stadium

Top Balboa Stadium Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

The Neon Elm Hotel

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Other attractions near Balboa Stadium

San Diego Air and Space Museum

Jacobs Music Center

San Diego Automotive Museum

Jacobs Music Center

Tenth Avenue Arts Center

WorldBeat Cultural Center

World Beat Center

San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum

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