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

￥10,309

￥11,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Living area

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

2. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Victor

￥35,008

￥53,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.4 km from Waterfront Park

omokayode

￥21,256

￥29,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

4. Crown City Inn

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Mondi

￥22,262

￥24,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Bathroom

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Living area

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.6 km from Waterfront Park

Alberto

￥4,760

￥17,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

6. Westgate Hotel

1 km from Waterfront Park

Chris

￥26,768

￥36,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

7. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Mabel

￥24,198

￥28,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Nathaniel

￥22,670

￥30,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 2 km from Waterfront Park

Andrew

￥19,872

￥30,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View (Corner)

10. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Shelley

￥31,341

￥36,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from Waterfront Park

Pamela Ann Callum

￥26,886

￥31,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

12. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Juan Ramon

￥39,773

￥56,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

13. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Sarah

￥18,681

￥27,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Tirthankar

￥22,432

￥25,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

15. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 1.5 km from Waterfront Park

CHLOE

￥34,363

￥47,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

East Village, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

Heather

￥23,351

￥32,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities

17. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Karin

￥17,250

￥19,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

18. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Chris

￥18,773

￥42,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

19. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Melinda

￥50,567

￥67,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

Lisa

￥28,172

￥40,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 932 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 505 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 192 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 817 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 145 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

8/10 Good

"Everything was great clean room staff was great but I didn’t like that the hotel room didn’t have a better shower. It had a shower/tub. Other than that it was great"

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Vanessa at the front desk was so friendly and helpful. Comfortable beds and quiet as well. I had a restful stay. Thank you!!"

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Valet parking was a necessity on little Italy. Right in the heart of the best neighborhood in San Diego. Parked once and never moved my car. walked or Uber’s everywhere. Convenient to the beach’s and the Gas Lamp."

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding experience. The hotel exceeded expectations in every way. Room was gorgeous and spotless, staff so helpful, and the sushi at the Top of the Hyatt was to die for. I highly recommend!"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay on the bay! Very friendly staff, enjoyed the view from our balcony."

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, within walking distance to shops, and dining options."

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"The hotel is well located, safe and clean. There is no onsite parking and they only offer valet parking for $75 a day."

The Westin San Diego Bayview

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean and allowed us to check in once the room was ready. The room was new and amenities were good. The hotel provided benefits for the resort fee. It was close to downtown attractions"

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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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 378 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 378 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 Old Globe Theater.

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. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

4. Crown City Inn

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

6. Westgate Hotel

7. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

12. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

13. Hotel Z

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

15. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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

17. Gaslamp Hostel

18. The Artifact Inn

19. Pendry San Diego

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

The Westin San Diego Bayview

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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