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

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 1.4 mi from Waterfront Park

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 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.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

0.9 mi from Waterfront Park

Donavin

£123

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a buffet area, and a dining table with a vase and a bowl.

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

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

3. Crown City Inn

2 mi from Waterfront Park

Guillaume

£154

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 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.

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.3 mi from Waterfront Park

Jeremy

£252

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

5. Westgate Hotel

0.6 mi from Waterfront Park

Arlet

£149

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

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

6. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1 mi from Waterfront Park

Jessica

£117

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 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

0.8 mi from Waterfront Park

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 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.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.1 mi from Waterfront Park

Halil

£300

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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.

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

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

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 mi from Waterfront Park

Shari

£284

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk with illuminated panels, a digital display, and a counter with a sign for Holiday Inn Express.

A breakfast station with a flat-top griddle, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating fresh pancakes are available.

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

1.9 mi from Waterfront Park

Patricia

£133

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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.

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

11. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1 mi from Waterfront Park

Tiffany

£135

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 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 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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 mi from Waterfront Park

Tamara

£174

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.

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

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.3 mi from Waterfront Park

Bonnie

£148

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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".

14. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.9 mi from Waterfront Park

Karin

£80

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

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

East Village, 1.2 mi from Waterfront Park

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

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

16. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1 mi from Waterfront Park

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.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.3 mi from Waterfront Park

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 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.

18. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 1 mi from Waterfront Park

Chris

£190

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.1 mi from Waterfront Park

Troy

£153

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a sign reading "Best Western Plus" and a red-roofed tower.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a building with a red roof and a tower.

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

20. Best Western Plus Suites Hotel Coronado Island

1.7 mi from Waterfront Park

Richard

£149

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 969 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 221 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 858 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 543 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,048 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Sheraton San Diego Resort

8/10 Good

"In the app said that my room was in front of the beach but it wasn’t true, we got a room all the way outside of the building, and we like the smell of the bed sheets"

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience staying at the Dextro. My husband and I were there for one night. We got in from a cruise at 9am and were able to check in early. The staff was helpful and accommodating. Our room was spacious and clean. The bed was very comfortable and we had a nice view of the city."

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"10/10"

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

8/10 Good

"We enjoy our stay very nice. it was the location was good close to everything waterfront and easy access to the hotel. We truly enjoy ourselves staying at the hotel and we will stay there again."

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good

"Really loved the staff and how historic the Sofia Hotel is. However, it could use an update (while still maintaining its integrity)."

Ash&9th

8/10 Good

"Staff was very helpful and location was excellent."

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great Location"

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A+"

Other attractions near Waterfront Park

A large sailing ship docked at a harbor with a clear blue sky and a cityscape 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 beautiful beaches 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 lively bars and fascinating museums 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 lively bars and entertainment choices 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 theatre scene.

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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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American Plaza

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at American Plaza, a lovely green space in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

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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 385 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 385 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, Star of India and California Tower 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 Old Globe Theater.

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. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Crown City Inn

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

5. Westgate Hotel

6. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

7. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

8. Pendry San Diego

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

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

11. Hotel Z

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

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

14. Gaslamp Hostel

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

16. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

18. The Artifact Inn

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

20. Best Western Plus Suites Hotel Coronado Island

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Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Sheraton San Diego Resort

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

The Sofia Hotel

Ash&9th

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

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

American Plaza

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