The Best Hotels Closest to Waterfront Park 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 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, 1.4 mi from Waterfront Park

Wai Kit

£50

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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 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.

2. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.3 mi from Waterfront Park

Victor

£250

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

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.

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

0.9 mi from Waterfront Park

omokayode

£135

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

A blue bicycle parked on a tiled patio with a fountain and plants in the background.

An outdoor patio area with lounge chairs, a table, and an umbrella.

A reception area with a round table, vases, and a chandelier. There is a counter with a computer and a refrigerator in the background.

4. Crown City Inn

2 mi from Waterfront Park

Mondi

£112

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

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

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.

5. Westgate Hotel

0.6 mi from Waterfront Park

Susan

£168

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

0.8 mi from Waterfront Park

Mabel

£129

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

7. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1 mi from Waterfront Park

Alberto

£94

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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

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."

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1 mi from Waterfront Park

Nathaniel

£142

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

A marina with numerous boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a modern building with balconies.

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

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

9. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 0.9 mi from Waterfront Park

CHLOE

£218

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A reception area with a stone archway, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a prominent sign, a parking lot, and a landscaped entrance area.

A buffet with labeled food stations including omelets and cheese.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, potted plants, and umbrellas.

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

1.9 mi from Waterfront Park

Tirthankar

£119

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.3 mi from Waterfront Park

Shelley

£160

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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.

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

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

12. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 mi from Waterfront Park

Andrew

£141

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

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

East Village, 1.2 mi from Waterfront Park

Heather

£150

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.3 mi from Waterfront Park

Traci

£193

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire feature, and a view of the water and city skyline.

A spacious living room with a large window, a round coffee table, and modern seating.

A large building with a central dome and arched windows, surrounded by a reflective pond and colorful flowers.

A rooftop terrace with white chairs, a round table, and a sofa with striped cushions.

15. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

0.3 mi from Waterfront Park

Juan Ramon

£262

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 mi from Waterfront Park

Pamela Ann Callum

£144

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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.

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

17. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.9 mi from Waterfront Park

Karin

£90

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

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

18. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.1 mi from Waterfront Park

Ann

£291

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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

19. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 mi from Waterfront Park

Lisa

£186

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a bridge in the distance.

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

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 rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a cityscape at sunset.

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 0.4 mi from Waterfront Park

Aaron

£137

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 930 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 501 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 815 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,026 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

8/10 Good

"The hotel was very nice. It was conveniently located in the center of activities and restaurants. Great distance from the water. My only complaint which unfortunately reflected in the stars was the train that ran every hour disrupting sleep. In fairness to the employees, we were notified that it may be a problem and a box that created white noise was placed in the room to help, but you really can’t stop the noise from loud train from coming through. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay and would actually recommend it to others, especially if noises don’t bother you at night."

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place great location"

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

8/10 Good

"Rooms were updated and clean. Check in and check out was easy. Read several reviews about the terrible parking garage so we opted to park across the street and saved $50 vs paying for the garage. Only tiny issue was they said our room would be cleaned on the 2nd night and we came back and it was not cleaned. Not a huge issue, just had to go down and get clean towels. Location is great! Quiet and right next to the Little Italy Saturday market. We would definitely stay again!"

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location! Loved waking up to the Bayfront every day. Breakfast was plentiful and a highlight of this hotel. Rooms are spacious with nice view. The only thing I didn’t like was the barn door for the bathroom, not much privacy. Location is great, walking distance to USS Midway, restaurants, shops, nice neighborhood to walk along the bay. Also not far from Coronado Island is a plus! I would stay here again"

The Westin San Diego Bayview

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and comfy beds, nice pool, and looked after our luggage for the day! Perfect!"

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Balcony did need done cleaning but over all stay 100 amazing"

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property, friendly and helpful staff. We will definitely be back!"

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 savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Star of India

Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to 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 during your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

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Firehouse Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Firehouse Museum in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

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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, take a look at the 380 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel 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 traveller 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 can I expect to find close to Waterfront Park?

Expedia has 380 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Waterfront Park.

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 Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church 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 Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

How can I get to Waterfront Park?

With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Waterfront Park is easy. 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 your options for water transport 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. Westgate Hotel

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

9. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

12. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

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

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

15. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

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

17. Gaslamp Hostel

18. Pendry San Diego

19. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

The Westin San Diego Bayview

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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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