The Best Hotels Closest to San Diego Natural History Museum in San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 1.5 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Andrew

£46

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

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

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.5 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Donavin

£123

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

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.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

1.5 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jeremy

£252

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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

1.6 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

katie

£236

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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 bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.4 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jessica

£116

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 fountain with multiple water jets in a courtyard with seating and potted plants.

6. Westgate Hotel

1.4 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Arlet

£149

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

7. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.1 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Veronica Dangerfield

£163

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'PENDR' sign, large windows, and a corner entrance.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Halil

£299

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.8 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Shari

£283

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Tamara

£174

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 counter with various kitchen tools.

11. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.5 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Karin

£80

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 modern interior with a seating area, a bookshelf, and a view through large 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, 1.6 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Tiffany

£136

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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.

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.7 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Bonnie

£148

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

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

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

East Village, 1.6 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Steven

£176

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

15. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1.7 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Ross

£156

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

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

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.8 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Vasiliy

£248

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 dining area, a coffee machine, and a TV on the wall.

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

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

17. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 1.4 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

£189

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 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, 1.7 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Troy

£153

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

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.

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Matthew

£116

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, a microwave, and a small seating area.

A high-rise building with a glass facade, a clear sky, and a cityscape in the background.

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, a refrigerator, and a patterned carpet.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

1.5 mi from San Diego Natural History Museum

Phyllis

£132

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 969 reviews	View
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Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent

"Had an absolutely awesome stay. I have been wanting to visit the Lafayette for some time and it definitely lived up to my expectations! Would love to go back."

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nice and the restrooms are big"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent

"Habitaciones limpias"

The Neon Elm Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"If you need a clean, simple stay and you are on a budget, this place is perfect. Pros: located in downtown, low prices, parking, perfect for couples, great atmosphere Cons: old building, A/C, room size, communication (see details below) The communication method is pretty much entirely through messaging. This can be a lot for someone who isn't tech savy, or someone who likes hotel service interactions. The building is very old, and the decor inside is really rustic and regal - but some of the units do not have AC units. When I stayed here, the first room we had did not have an AC unit and only had a ceiling fan. Our room did not get below 85 degrees, and the windows did not stay open - so no air flow. I reached out to the hotel via online messaging, they were extremely responsive. My only gripe was the fact that most of the communication was conducted via messaging. That being said - they were able to reassign us to another room with an AC unit and were extremely efficient through the process. All in all - if you are traveling on a budget, if you only have 1 or 2 people traveling, and you want to stay in downtown San Diego - this is the perfect place for you. The overall experience was great, and I would be happy to stay again."

Ash&9th

8/10 Good

"Pleasant staff."

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A+"

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

8/10 Good

"Not a bad hotel, the area around it is iffy, but that’s to be expected since it’s Hillcrest. The hotel doesn’t have anywhere to park your car out front to check in real quick so be prepared to park a little ways away to check in then park your car in its garage. Also if you have a truck or big car in general don’t even think about parking your car in the garage because good luck if you choose to. All in all though it ain’t a bad hotel for the price."

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

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

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A gallery with classical paintings on display.

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A desert landscape with large cacti and sparse trees.

Desert Garden

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A garden with a pond, colorful flowers, palm trees, and a large building with a dome.

Botanical Building

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A museum interior with classical paintings, a central bench, and a pink wall.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Natural History Museum?

San Diego Natural History Museum 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 102 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to San Diego Natural History Museum?

The Neon Elm Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and in-room fridges. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from San Diego Natural History Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Wyndham San Diego Bayside and Best Western Seven Seas.

How many hotels should I expect to find near San Diego Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 102 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Diego Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near San Diego Natural History Museum.

What can I see and do near San Diego Natural History Museum?

San Diego Air and Space Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego and USS Midway Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like 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 San Diego Natural History Museum hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

6. Westgate Hotel

7. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

8. Pendry San Diego

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

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

11. Gaslamp Hostel

12. Hotel Z

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

15. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

17. The Artifact Inn

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

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

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Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

The Neon Elm Hotel

Ash&9th

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Other attractions near San Diego Natural History Museum

Fleet Science Center

Spanish Village Art Center

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Casa de Balboa

Museum of Photographic Arts

Desert Garden

Botanical Building

Timken Museum of Art

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