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

Ayden

￥10,223

￥11,628 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

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

omokayode

￥20,612

￥28,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

3. Crown City Inn

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Mondi

￥23,275

￥25,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Living area | 37-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.6 km from Waterfront Park

Anthony

￥10,621

￥24,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Mabel

￥26,661

￥30,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Colleen

￥31,079

￥36,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

7. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Efrain

￥17,873

￥26,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

8. Westgate Hotel

1 km from Waterfront Park

Kimberly

￥27,736

￥37,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

9. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Matthew

￥46,539

￥62,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

Mission Hills, 3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Tirthankar

￥21,455

￥24,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Jack P Williams,

￥21,889

￥29,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

12. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 2 km from Waterfront Park

Sharia

￥25,085

￥36,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from Waterfront Park

￥26,661

￥30,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

14. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Eric Michael

￥36,309

￥52,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

15. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Randi

￥34,076

￥46,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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

East Village, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

Janie

￥25,743

￥35,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

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

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Traci

￥34,321

￥39,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

Shared fridge, shared microwave, stovetop, toaster

18. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Anthony

￥15,185

￥17,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

19. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

Anthony

￥26,550

￥38,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

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

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Thalia

￥18,773

￥21,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 913 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 189 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 800 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 124 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	9.4 Exceptional 1,159 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room worth the price and convenient location. Extra perk of food vendors during weekend mornings. Valet service was quick. Would definitely stay here again"

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"The place was great I highly recommend."

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

8/10 Good

"Only stayed one night but the location was beautiful"

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing stay!! The room was clean, well kept, and staff was so accommodating and helpful. The pool and the pool bar staff are incredible."

The Westin San Diego Bayview

8/10 Good

"Overall Rating: 3.5 ⭐️ I’ve always had a soft spot for the Westin Plaza because my late Uncle worked there, and staying at the hotel brings back memories of him. However, this recent stay didn’t meet my expectations. We were placed in a corner room, and it was my first time experiencing that layout. Unfortunately, I didn’t like it. The space felt tight, and the drop ceiling made the room feel even smaller—almost claustrophobic. The water pressure was very weak, and the temperature was extremely hot with no option to adjust it to a normal level. For the price I paid—$305 for an overnight stay—I don’t feel it was worth it. On-site parking is over $60, which I chose not to take. The towels also seemed worn and cheap, which added to the disappointment. Overall, the stay didn’t match the value of the price, and I’m sorry to say it fell short of my expectations."

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

8/10 Good

"Hallway Bathtub drain is badly clogged Hallway bathroom door hard to open and close Hallway bathroom ventilation switch not found. Do not know whether it is turned on or not."

Other attractions near Waterfront Park

A tall ship named STAR OF INDIA docked in a harbor with a city skyline 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 waterfront, 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 top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices 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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene 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 art 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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Broadway Pier

Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Broadway Pier. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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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 347 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 347 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, Whaley House Museum, and Star of India 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. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

7. Hotel Z

8. Westgate Hotel

9. Pendry San Diego

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

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

12. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

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

14. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

15. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

18. Gaslamp Hostel

19. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

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Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

The Westin San Diego Bayview

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

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

Broadway Pier

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