The Best Hotels Closest to Whaley House Museum in San Diego for 2026

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

A modern reception desk with a glass top, a large window offering a view, and a potted plant.

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.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3 km from Whaley House Museum

Donavin

￥18,198

￥25,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a fire feature.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern lobby with wooden ceiling beams, comfortable seating with yellow cushions, a large wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a sunset.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

3 km from Whaley House Museum

MANUEL

￥25,838

￥29,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern building with multiple windows, outdoor seating, and a chessboard.

A spacious indoor area with a pool table, seating, and a staircase.

A Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton building with a covered entrance and a prominent sign.

A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, and a reception desk.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Tammy

￥25,396

￥29,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and a television screen.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a well-lit courtyard, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

3.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Jaycie Nicole

￥29,404

￥33,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and a landscaped area with plants.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, two patterned armchairs, a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, and a small kitchenette area.

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

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Patricia

￥22,764

￥26,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

A pathway leading to a building labeled "LEGACY Hotel."

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a bench, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

A swimming pool with blue lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies.

6. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

2.3 km from Whaley House Museum

christopher

￥25,493

￥29,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A building with a "Bienvenidos" sign, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel bathroom with a mirror, a vase of flowers, a coffee maker, and a towel dispenser.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

7. Old Town Inn

0.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Cindy

￥20,998

￥24,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a counter, and a mural on the wall.

A lobby with a stone wall, blue sofa, purple chairs, and a patterned rug.

A bar area with three cocktails on a wooden bar counter.

8. Kings Inn San Diego

1.9 km from Whaley House Museum

David

￥15,125

￥17,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor seating area with a pergola, tables, and chairs, and a sign welcoming to the Cosmopolitan Restaurant.

A sign with 'Hostess,' 'Saloon,' 'Check In,' and 'Bar' indicating a hotel or resort area.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and decorative elements like a large mirror and a chandelier.

A restaurant with striped wallpaper, wooden tables, and chairs.

9. Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

Old Town San Diego, 0.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Erika

￥25,135

￥28,339 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.

An outdoor patio area with a central fountain, string lights, and potted plants.

A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego, 0.7 km from Whaley House Museum

Kristen

￥17,468

￥20,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern aquarium with a celestial-themed backdrop.

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a brick walkway.

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

Chase

￥27,786

￥31,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern breakfast bar with a variety of food items, a coffee station, and neatly arranged plates and bowls.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, and a large window with curtains.

A stationary exercise bike with a digital display, positioned on a black mat in a room with a large window and sheer curtains.

A laundry room with multiple front-loading washing machines and dryers, a tiled floor, and a painting on the wall.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Edith

￥22,342

￥25,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Marjorie

￥19,336

￥22,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, palm trees, and a white building with multiple windows and balconies.

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

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a fireplace, and decorative wall art.

A bar area with multiple wine bottles, a menu board, and bar stools.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Paola

￥23,243

￥26,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, a high ceiling with wooden beams, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A spacious indoor area with a pool, wooden tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A row of wooden lounge chairs with striped cushions and white towels, positioned against a stone wall with a glass panel above.

A lobby with wooden furniture, a fire feature, and multiple screens displaying content.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

2.5 km from Whaley House Museum

Dustin

￥23,554

￥27,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A room with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks and a beverage refrigerator.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.

16. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Anthony

￥16,796

￥19,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.

A marina with boats docked, a large white yacht, and a sunset in the background.

A modern restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring geometric wall panels, patterned flooring, and contemporary pendant lighting.

A resort with a large swimming pool, lounge areas, and a marina in the background.

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

andrew

￥21,973

￥33,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.

18. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Chris

￥18,051

￥20,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

A hotel lobby with a long bar, yellow and red chairs, wooden decor, and a TV on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and a pool.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hampton Inn' sign, featuring a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance area.

19. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Slawomir

￥21,365

￥24,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A buffet with various food options, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.

A round window with a view of a cityscape, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego, < 0.1 km from Whaley House Museum

shon

￥22,623

￥26,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Whaley House Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 224 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station	9.2 Wonderful 1,723 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town	9.2 Wonderful 1,423 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station	9.2 Wonderful 1,246 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,091 reviews	View

Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good

"ol"

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

8/10 Good

"The hotel was new and very clean, but the breakfast could have been better. Also, we needed an extra blanket; we asked the staff repeatedly, but no one paid any attention. Eventually, we went to the reception desk and managed to get one."

Old Town Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice property. Lovely garden around the pool."

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The location it was my first visiting San Diego and the location was perfect. The views of the mountains were amazing"

Kings Inn San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was excellent. The front office staff was excellent. The room was clean and updated. The only thing I would add is hooks in the bathroom for clothing. Other than that it was wonderful and will stay there again."

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

8/10 Good

"The room was very clean and comfortable. The light bulb went out in the bathroom and maintenance was there in less than a couple minutes to replace it. The staff was very friendly. Convenient to local tourist sights. Would stay there again."

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The pool is great! A good family spot."

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

8/10 Good

"Buffet was boring. The same thing everyday. The waitress was really nice and helpful. Hotel very close to transit hub which was good"

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

8/10 Good

"Just maintain good quality"

Other attractions near Whaley House Museum

A historic street with a sign for 'Senius Cottage' and a flagpole.

Heritage Park

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

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A bustling outdoor market with red umbrellas, a sign for Casa de Aguirre, and people walking around.

Old Town San Diego State Park

9.0/10 (7,371 reviews)

Travel back to 1872 at this historic park, which features preserved buildings and recreations of San Diego life in the 19th century.

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African American World History Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at African American World History Museum during your travels in San Diego. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

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Cygnet Theater Company

Enjoy a performance at Cygnet Theater Company, a theater with a story to tell in San Diego. Wander the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Red Spade Theater

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Red Spade Theater, a theater with a story to tell in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Casa de Estudillo

You can study the exhibits at Casa de Estudillo, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Mason Street School

Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mason Street School. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

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McCoy Museum House

You can study the exhibits at McCoy Museum House, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whaley House Museum?

Whaley House Museum is located in San Diego. This historic area is known for its beautiful ocean views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Whaley House Museum?

Adjacent to Whaley House Museum, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld and Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley.

How many hotels are there near Whaley House Museum?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Whaley House Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whaley House Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Whaley House Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Whaley House Museum?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Whaley House Museum, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Whaley House Museum?

Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Museum of Art feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Star of India, California Tower, and Casa de Balboa are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Old Globe Theater, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, and San Diego Civic Theatre.

How can I get to Whaley House Museum?

If you're taking a train into town, Old Town Transit Center is the closest station to Old Town San Diego. There may not be many public transit options to choose from near by Whaley House Museum so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Whaley House Museum hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

3. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

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

6. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

7. Old Town Inn

8. Kings Inn San Diego

9. Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

14. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

16. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

18. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

19. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

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Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Old Town Inn

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Kings Inn San Diego

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Handlery Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Other attractions near Whaley House Museum

Heritage Park

Old Town San Diego State Park

African American World History Museum

Cygnet Theater Company

Red Spade Theater

Casa de Estudillo

Mason Street School

McCoy Museum House

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