The Best Hotels Closest to San Diego Natural History Museum in San Diego for 2026

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Wai Kit

￥10,316

￥11,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

omokayode

￥21,256

￥29,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Bay View (QueenBed) (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Balcony view

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Victor

￥35,462

￥54,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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) | Living area | 37-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV

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, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Khoi

￥4,763

￥17,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jorgen

￥39,641

￥45,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Mabel

￥24,222

￥28,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

7. Westgate Hotel

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

￥27,099

￥36,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Tiffany

￥20,250

￥30,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Nathaniel

￥22,686

￥30,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Aaron

￥26,917

￥31,209 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Bonnie

￥34,243

￥39,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

12. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Sarah

￥18,796

￥27,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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, 2.5 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Heather

￥23,367

￥32,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

14. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

CHLOE

￥34,387

￥47,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

15. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

2.9 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Juan Ramon

￥39,800

￥56,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

16. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Karin

￥16,834

￥19,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Traci

￥41,251

￥47,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

18. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Melinda

￥46,985

￥63,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Linda

￥19,439

￥22,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

20. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

￥17,353

￥40,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 933 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 192 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 505 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 145 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 1,933 reviews	View

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great air conditioning! I believe parking is available for a daily fee."

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"For being an old building the property is sensational. The staff bent over backward and even upgraded our room just because. The rooms are beautiful, The beds are super comfortable. I will definitely stay there again."

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Great for traveling families."

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Location provides incredible views of the harbor and allows for easy access to public transportation."

Lafayette Hotel & Club

8/10 Good

"Great hotel, they think of all the details! It’s stunning. And the most comfortable beds and pillows. Food and drinks are great. Everything A+. It’s a bit of a scene and a late night crowd…so come ready to have fun!!"

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent breakfast and balcony had good view. Excellent staff, housekeeping."

San Diego Downtown Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"They let us check in early"

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"The Grant is a beautiful Hotel with amazing staff. They go out of their way to make you feel special. From the valet desk to the room service and every area in between. I’ve stayed at this hotel several times and will be back again. I absolutely love it!"

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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

Visit this museum to journey through the history of the photography medium, which both captures the real world and transforms it into art.

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A desert landscape with large cacti and sparse trees.

Desert Garden

No other garden is as natural to San Diego as this slightly secluded area. Stroll through this green space to see plant species not commonly found in other parks.

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

Botanical Building

Discover thousands of plants inside the historic centerpiece of San Diego’s Balboa Park, which was originally built for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition.

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

Timken Museum of Art

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Natural History Museum?

San Diego Natural History 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 106 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to San Diego Natural History Museum?

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 6 restaurants and 3 bars. It's located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from San Diego Natural History Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Wyndham San Diego Bayside and The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection.

How many hotels can I expect to find near San Diego Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 106 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Diego Natural History Museum.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near San Diego Natural History Museum.

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What can I see and do near San Diego Natural History Museum?

San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego Air and Space Museum, and Maritime Museum of San Diego feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Hotel del Coronado, Whaley House Museum, and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. You can check out the local talent at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

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Our top choices for San Diego Natural History 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. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

12. Hotel Z

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

14. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

15. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

16. Gaslamp Hostel

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

18. Pendry San Diego

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

20. The Artifact Inn

Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

San Diego Downtown Lodge

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

Other attractions near San Diego Natural History Museum

Fleet Science Center

Spanish Village Art Center

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Casa de Balboa

Museum of Photographic Arts

Desert Garden

Botanical Building

Timken Museum of Art

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