Top 10 Hotels Near Balboa Park in San Diego for 2026

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A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, yellow armchair, and a coffee table with a book and a potted plant.

A modern conference room with a wooden floor, white chairs, and a long table.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Dylan

RM264

RM301 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a wooden staircase, and potted plants.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Donavin

RM469

RM668 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

A modern building with a sign reading "kasa little Italy" and a glass entrance.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a leather sofa, a coffee table with a board game, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern lobby with seating areas, large windows, and indoor plants.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.5 km from Balboa Park

Victor

RM830

RM1,260 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign at the top, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a sign indicating elevators to parking and a street.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, leather seating, multiple tables, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious bar/lounge area with leather seating, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.9 km from Balboa Park

Veronica Dangerfield

RM588

RM681 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

A checkered floor with round tables and chairs, a patterned ceiling, and large windows.

A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

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

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Laurie

RM1,114

RM1,281 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

A luxurious room with ornate chandeliers, a grand staircase, and plush seating.

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, plush blue sofas, and ornate decor.

A rooftop terrace with white sofas, a fountain, and potted plants.

6. Westgate Hotel

2.4 km from Balboa Park

Arlet

RM621

RM862 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

A rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park

James

RM819

RM1,134 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a modern interior design.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the building's brick facade.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Halil

RM1,204

RM1,620 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.

A cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.

A harbor with boats, a large building, and a parking area.

A dining area with round tables set for a formal event, large windows offering a view of the city, and elegant floral arrangements.

9. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Edgar

RM759

RM882 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, the number 432 above it, and a brick-paved area in front.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

A cafe with outdoor seating, a sign reading "INFUSED DRINKS NATURE'S KITCHEN," and a "BREAKFAST @ Cafe21" sign.

10. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Jessica

RM175

RM519 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern interior with a long wooden table, blue bar stools, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the street.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two round tables, and a dining table with chairs. A large window offers a view of city buildings.

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

East Village, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

Nathan

RM700

RM953 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

12. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

2.9 km from Balboa Park

Kelane

RM582

RM788 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a counter with various kitchen tools.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

13. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

Karin

RM422

RM481 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, multiple windows, and potted plants.

A variety of potted plants, including cacti and other greenery, arranged in front of a building with large windows.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a decorative headboard, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Molly

RM812

RM942 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A narrow hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a black armchair, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a bench.

A modern living room with a dining area, a coffee machine, and a TV on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a microwave.

15. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Chris

RM426

RM1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city, and a large window overlooking the harbor.

A modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Chen

RM888

RM1,029 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A Hard Rock Hotel with a prominent Hard Rock Cafe sign, a large marquee, and a modern building facade.

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a large screen.

A modern lobby with a digital display wall, reception desks, and a spacious, well-lit area.

17. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park

Christopher

RM671

RM975 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are candles on the tables, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

A reception area with a brick wall, palm tree artwork, and surfboards on display.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Troy

RM705

RM817 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings and a bridge in the distance.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a patterned wall, and a long corridor leading to a bright area with a view.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a view of the surrounding cityscape and waterfront.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 2.2 km from Balboa Park

Cheryl

RM638

RM740 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a modern building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Mariusz

RM619

RM717 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 973 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 224 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 545 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	9.4 Exceptional 1,250 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 2,092 reviews	View

Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"It was a good value for the price."

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The place was well maintained and the grounds safe."

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

8/10 Good

"The room looks like photos host/staff very friendly love being in LGBT friendly spaces. Didn’t care much for being charged to park but outside of that it was great"

The Neon Elm Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Unique concept"

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

8/10 Good

"Clean room, but shower could have been cleaner. Ice maker was broken. No water stations. Inconsistent room service/cleaning. And the TV’s were basically useless due to zero streaming or casting capabilities. Staff at the front desk and bar were great though. Very nice."

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great stay and thank you for having friendly staff."

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location but you get a lot of street noise and airport noise from planes taking off."

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Alexa at front desk was amazing. Plus the property was perfectly located for all attractions, well maintained and plenty of food options. Would definitely recommend this hotel!"

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"Location is perfectly situated in the gaslamp quarters and minutes away from little Italy or the harbour front"

Other attractions near Balboa Park

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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The entrance to the Natural History Museum with a grand staircase leading up to the doors.

San Diego Natural History Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

From ancient artifacts to rare gemstones to stunning artwork, learn about the natural world, past and present, in Balboa Park’s exceptional museum.

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Fleet Science Center

Discover science through exhibits that will delight the entire family. Watch an IMAX film at San Diego’s museum and planetarium.

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A blue sign with yellow text reading "SPANISH ART CENTER" above a tiled wall.

Spanish Village Art Center

Enjoy an outing to Spanish Village Art Center during your stay in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

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A detailed model of a town with a church, train tracks, and a bridge.

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at San Diego Model Railroad Museum during your travels in San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

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A symmetrical garden with a central reflecting pool, palm trees, and classical architecture.

Casa de Balboa

You can learn about the history of San Diego when you stop by Casa de Balboa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

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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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Balboa Park Carousel

Enjoy an outing to Balboa Park Carousel during your stay in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Balboa Park?

Balboa Park 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, take a look at the 70 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Balboa Park?

Wyndham San Diego Bayside is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (3 km) from Balboa Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Best Western Seven Seas and Hard Rock Hotel San Diego.

How many hotels will I find close to Balboa Park?

Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Balboa Park.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Balboa Park.

What can I see and do near Balboa Park?

Study the collections at San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Air and Space Museum or Maritime Museum of San Diego. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and Casa de Balboa. You can check out the local talent at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

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Our top choices for Balboa Park hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6. Westgate Hotel

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

8. Pendry San Diego

9. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

10. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

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

12. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

13. Gaslamp Hostel

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

15. The Artifact Inn

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

17. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

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Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Handlery Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

The Neon Elm Hotel

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Other attractions near Balboa Park

Desert Garden

San Diego Natural History Museum

Fleet Science Center

Spanish Village Art Center

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Casa de Balboa

Museum of Photographic Arts

Balboa Park Carousel

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