The Best Hotels Closest to Waterfront Park in San Diego for 2026

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from Waterfront Park

Wai Kit

￥7,624

￥8,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio

Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Victor

￥18,185

￥25,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

3. Crown City Inn

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Seth

￥29,023

￥31,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.6 km from Waterfront Park

Seth

￥7,368

￥20,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

5. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 2 km from Waterfront Park

Crystal

￥28,740

￥40,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Veronica Dangerfield

￥26,513

￥30,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

7. Westgate Hotel

1 km from Waterfront Park

Chris

￥27,285

￥37,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

8. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Patricia

￥22,120

￥25,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Ruben

￥23,237

￥31,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Shared fridge, shared microwave, stovetop, toaster

Shared fridge, shared microwave, stovetop, toaster

10. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Karin

￥17,819

￥20,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View (Corner) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Bonnie

￥36,553

￥42,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

12. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Vasiliy

￥43,071

￥49,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Deluxe King Suite with View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, Netflix, Hulu

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

East Village, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

Heather

￥25,600

￥35,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

2 outdoor pools, open 6 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

14. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Thomas Roy

￥42,514

￥56,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (1 Queen and 1 Sofabed) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

15. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Vishal

￥21,806

￥24,805 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

16. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Phyllis

￥23,800

￥27,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

17. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

1.2 km from Waterfront Park

Steven

￥37,494

￥52,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

1 km from Waterfront Park

Maureen

￥29,202

￥39,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 0.7 km from Waterfront Park

Shumaila

￥29,509

￥34,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

20. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

0.7 km from Waterfront Park

ZHENG

￥31,219

￥36,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 952 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 207 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 839 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 174 reviews	View
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark	9.4 Exceptional 2,349 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Sheraton San Diego Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent in everything honesty the best place I’ve stayed while on vacation"

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good

"Loved the old charm !! Room was cleaned daily. Parking was ok."

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing property!!!! Great location and comfortable environment!!!"

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We came to this location as a family trip. and they did an amazing job making sure that we were close to each other and rooms. Staff was amazing, facility was clean. Easy to find. Good location, park right in front where the kids were able to go and play. The pool was clean and they definitely had other little things that they could play with in that area. The breakfast was amazing. Will definitely be staying here again."

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Ideal location by the bay. Nice breakfast options and staff was very accommodating."

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

8/10 Good

"I would've given a 5 star but only one incident makes me give a 4 star. It was my time to checkout on 9/19/26 and there were 3 personals at the front desk; they were all young; I would say, tops 23 years old, two white men and one white woman. The one blonde-man had just checked out a guest so then I went to check out with the lady. She is sweet, professional, and made relatable conversation. As we chuckled, the blonde man, staring at his computer with a straight face chortled, as to mock us. Mind you, regardless of my race this was unacceptable to see. The other man walked closer to him as to tell him to quit it as I looked their way, to my right. Who knows, that might've been his girlfriend or he has an issue with people getting along interracially. Apart from that, everyone was welcoming and wonderful."

Other attractions near Waterfront Park

A large sailing ship docked at a harbor with a clear blue sky and a cityscape in the background.

Maritime Museum of San Diego

9.0/10 (392 reviews)

This impressive collection of nine marine vessels includes sailing boats, ferries, submarines and yachts.

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An art gallery with various sculptures and paintings on display.

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

8.8/10 (22 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Star of India

Find out about the history of San Diego with a stop at Star of India. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Wyndham San Diego Bayside

After visiting Wyndham San Diego Bayside, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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Music Box

You can enjoy a show at Music Box on your trip to San Diego. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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Firehouse Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Firehouse Museum during your trip to San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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American Plaza

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at American Plaza, a lovely green space in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waterfront Park?

Waterfront Park is located in a welcoming area of San Diego known for its popular zoo and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 373 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Waterfront Park?

Adjacent to Waterfront Park, Wyndham San Diego Bayside is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and The Sofia Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Waterfront Park?

Expedia has 373 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Waterfront Park.

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

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Waterfront Park.

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

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Waterfront Park, click here.

What can I see and do near Waterfront Park?

Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum feature captivating exhibits. Hotel del Coronado, Star of India, and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

How can I get to Waterfront Park?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Waterfront Park is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can learn about options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for Waterfront Park hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Crown City Inn

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

5. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

10. Gaslamp Hostel

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

12. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

14. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

15. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

16. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

17. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

20. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Sheraton San Diego Resort

The Sofia Hotel

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

Other attractions near Waterfront Park

Maritime Museum of San Diego

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Star of India

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Music Box

Firehouse Museum

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

American Plaza

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