The Best Hotels Closest to Japanese Friendship Garden in San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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

A modern interior with concrete walls, wooden beams, and a central planter with plants.

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

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.2 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Donavin

£124

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.

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

2. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 1.2 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Andrew

£54

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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 high-rise building with a view of a harbor and sailboats.

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

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

1.1 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Victor

£253

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.

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

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

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

1.9 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

katie

£237

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Westgate Hotel

1.1 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Arlet

£145

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

A lobby with a purple-lit ceiling, a large wall mural, and seating areas.

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

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

0.8 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Veronica Dangerfield

£163

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern indoor space with a central reflective sculpture, surrounded by planters and a brick wall.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a vanity, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern interior with a staircase, glass doors, and decorative lighting.

7. Hotel Narcissus

1.9 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Gene

£130

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Halil

£300

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including sofas, chairs, and round tables.

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

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

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.5 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

James

£206

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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

A modern living room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a round red rug, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

10. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.1 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Jessica

£93

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."

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

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

1.4 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Kelane

£156

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hotel Z' sign, a staircase, and a large window.

A narrow alleyway with yellow buildings, a palm tree, and windows.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

12. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Sarah

£139

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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.

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

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

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

East Village, 1.3 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Nathan

£177

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A cozy lounge area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and lush tropical plants.

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, 1 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Molly

£175

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 hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, a green leather sofa, a red leather sofa, and a wooden railing with plants.

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".

15. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Karin

£82

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

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

16. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.4 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Rolando

£163

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge areas, and palm trees.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging wicker lamps.

A modern hotel with a prominent circular tower and a glass facade.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

1.6 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Thomas Roy

£285

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a beige sofa with a red pillow, a floor lamp, and a small white table.

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

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.4 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Chen

£208

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden floors, and a large mirror.

19. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 1.1 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Chris

£172

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.

A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.1 mi from Japanese Friendship Garden

Matthew

£116

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Japanese Friendship Garden

Property	Property class	Guest rating
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 223 reviews	View
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 972 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 545 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 2,082 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,052 reviews	View

Top Japanese Friendship Garden Hotel Reviews

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

8/10 Good

"The hotel is nice and great location but it doesn’t have breakfast and when I booked it, it said that they have breakfast."

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"Very cute hotel great location and great staff !"

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and very convenient to all the attractions and walking distance to a variety of restaurants."

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good

"Loved that this property was in the middle of so much to do. Restaurants were close. Small room, but very cozy. Liked that it was older. Very, very quiet!!!"

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel! I stayed recently with my husband and 2 children. The staff were great with the children and just lovely. The room was large and clean. Location was also great. Would stay there again."

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room very spacious location was wonderful"

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

8/10 Good

"The hotel is clean and the staff were friendly. The self parking becomes a challenge when there’s a convention going on."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Japanese Friendship Garden?

Japanese Friendship Garden is located in a historic area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 272 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Japanese Friendship Garden?

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Japanese Friendship Garden. Other good choices close by include Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego and Ash&9th.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Japanese Friendship Garden?

Expedia has 272 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Japanese Friendship Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Japanese Friendship Garden, 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 scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Japanese Friendship Garden.

What can I see and do near Japanese Friendship Garden?

San Diego Air and Space Museum, San Diego Natural History Museum and Maritime Museum of San Diego feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and California Tower are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Japanese Friendship Garden hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Stay Classy Hostel

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

5. Westgate Hotel

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Hotel Narcissus

8. Pendry San Diego

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

12. Hotel Z

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

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

15. Gaslamp Hostel

16. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

19. The Artifact Inn

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Compare popular hotels close to Japanese Friendship Garden

Top Japanese Friendship Garden Hotel Reviews

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

The Sofia Hotel

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Other attractions near Japanese Friendship Garden

San Diego Automotive Museum

California Tower

House of Pacific Relations International Cottages

San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum

World Beat Center

WorldBeat Cultural Center

Centro Cultural de la Raza

Mingei International Museum

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