The Best Hotels Closest to San Diego Model Railroad Museum 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, 2.3 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Wai Kit

￥8,324

￥9,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A modern interior with concrete walls, wooden beams, and a central planter with 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

2.2 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

omokayode

￥17,168

￥24,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.2 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Victor

￥34,337

￥52,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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 cafe with outdoor seating, a sign reading "INFUSED DRINKS NATURE'S KITCHEN," and a "BREAKFAST @ Cafe21" sign.

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, 2.1 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Jessica

￥8,281

￥21,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.7 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Edgar

￥38,383

￥44,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

A spacious bar/lounge area with leather seating, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

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

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

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.7 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Veronica Dangerfield

￥25,158

￥29,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, plush blue sofas, and ornate decor.

7. Westgate Hotel

2.2 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Frank

￥27,976

￥37,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Melinda

￥45,474

￥61,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."

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

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

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.6 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Joshua

￥21,681

￥29,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

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

A variety of potted plants, including cacti and other greenery, arranged in front of a building with large windows.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.1 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Aaron

￥34,221

￥39,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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.

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

11. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 3 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Daniel

￥42,972

￥57,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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 variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

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

An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Karin

￥14,717

￥16,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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

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

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.6 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

￥31,755

￥36,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hotel Z' sign, a staircase, and a large window.

14. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Sarah

￥26,206

￥35,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including sofas, chairs, and round tables.

A spacious lobby with large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

15. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Crystal

￥27,007

￥38,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

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

A modern interior with a long wooden table, blue bar stools, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the street.

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

East Village, 2.4 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Heather

￥25,733

￥35,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a black armchair, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a bench.

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

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

17. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 2.2 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Chris

￥13,874

￥35,667 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.7 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Traci

￥40,471

￥46,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

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.

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.1 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Kathryn

￥19,577

￥22,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a large screen.

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.

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Jennifer

￥26,722

￥38,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 945 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 197 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 519 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 163 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 1,968 reviews	View

Top San Diego Model Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Good location and good restaurants within the hotel as well."

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"It was excellent hotel except for no free breakfast. Please have free breakfast next time."

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent

"this is a super cool hotel"

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room! Super friendly and helpful staff at the reception. The location itself is great, very central. Honestly, for the price it was such a great find. Perfect for a 4 day trip to San Diego with my friend. Would definitely recommend!"

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"BOOK THE PENTHOUSE. Room was way better than expected, extremely nice & very clean, staff was extremely helpful/accommodating. This hotel is in the perfect spot of downtown San Diego everything is so close, you won't have to drive anywhere unless you wanted to go to the beach. Check in was also very easy we will forsure be staying here again whenever we come to San Diego again. Thanks again for this great hotel!"

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

8/10 Good

"Location was great but the parking space was my only complaint. Everyone was constantly fighting over the limited and tight parking spots which made us not want to drive so that we didn’t lose our spot. Wish they had more parking available,"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8/10 Good

"Property was centrally located and staff was nice! the only complaint is the rooms are dated and the way the bathroom is situated is kind of odd especially if you're sharing."

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful and the location was great for everything we wanted to do on our trip"

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for going to a game!!"

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A symmetrical garden with a central reflecting pool, palm trees, and classical architecture.

Casa de Balboa

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A gallery with classical paintings on display.

Museum of Photographic Arts

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A garden with a pond, colorful flowers, palm trees, and a large building with a dome.

Botanical Building

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Fleet Science Center

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An art gallery with pink walls and ceiling, featuring classical paintings and a central table.

Timken Museum of Art

View a priceless collection of masterpieces from Europe, the U.S. and Russia in this gorgeous community museum, known as San Diego’s jewel box of art.

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A grand architectural structure with ornate columns and a large arched entrance.

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

You can enjoy a show at Spreckels Organ Pavilion during your trip to San Diego. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

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The entrance to the Natural History Museum with a grand staircase leading up to the doors.

San Diego Natural History Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

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House of Hospitality

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Model Railroad Museum?

San Diego Model Railroad Museum is located in an area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views, array of dining options, and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 119 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to San Diego Model Railroad Museum?

Ash&9th is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from San Diego Model Railroad Museum. Another good choice is The Neon Elm Hotel, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near San Diego Model Railroad Museum?

Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Diego Model Railroad Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego Model Railroad Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near San Diego Model Railroad Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near San Diego Model Railroad Museum?

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What can I see and do near San Diego Model Railroad Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Museum of Art, and San Diego Air and Space Museum. Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, and Casa de Balboa are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around San Diego Model Railroad Museum. You can watch performances at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for San Diego Model Railroad Museum 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. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Pendry San Diego

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

11. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

12. Gaslamp Hostel

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

14. Hotel Z

15. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

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

17. The Artifact Inn

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Top San Diego Model Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

The Sofia Hotel

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Other attractions near San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Casa de Balboa

Museum of Photographic Arts

Botanical Building

Fleet Science Center

Timken Museum of Art

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

San Diego Natural History Museum

House of Hospitality

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