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Our top choices for Balboa Park hotels

Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (866 reviews)
"Other than limited parking (downtown) , super nice & completely updated. Keyless entry & super Comfy beds! All staff that I encountered was amazing as well. Oh, and convenient shopping nearby."
United States
Linisha
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Stay Classy Hostel
Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (160 reviews)
"Nice and very friendly staff was a great stay"
United States
Alexander
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in)

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great experience Awesome hotel to stay Clean and comfortable beds Love the bath I would 100% recommend this hotel Thank you I will eventually return"
United States
Javie Alejandro
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
Exterior

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
1.9 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,100 reviews)
"Family friendly hotel. Definitely coming back"
United States
Wendy
The price is NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,698 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, very aesthetic place"
United States
Roxana
The price is NZ$494
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (617 reviews)
"Really enjoyed check in and staying there, simple and easy. 100% would go back and recommend to others"
United States
Chloe
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Gaslamp Hostel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
4.0 star property
East Village, 2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (936 reviews)
"We brought our dog for a mini vacation and they were super accommodating. Plus the location made it an amazing stay!"
United States
Pooja
The price is NZ$362
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
View from room

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4.0 star property
Little Italy, 2.2 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (668 reviews)
"Great location in heart of Little Italy. The staff was above and beyond from the moment I checked in and day I departed. Fantastic hotel"
United States
Saundra
The price is NZ$350
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Elite Studio Suite | Private kitchenette

The Neon Elm Hotel

The Neon Elm Hotel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Balboa Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Could use a chair or bedside table."
United States
Pamela
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
The Neon Elm Hotel
Bar (on property)

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location. Hotel was beautiful, clean and the staff was very helpful."
United States
Stephanie
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
View from property

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
5.0 star property
2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and the staff was very friendly. Very well located and easy to get to and from places. The pillows were a little too soft but other than that it was an amazing stay!"
United States
Carey
The price is NZ$543
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego
5.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and kind. The location was perfect! Beautiful hotel."
United States
DeAnna
The price is NZ$685
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Pendry San Diego
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Hotel has a great location, we used the hot tub and it was a lovely add to the hotel. I would stay there again"
United States
Erandeni
The price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Exterior

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Location of the Hotel is great for restaurants "
United States
Aruny
The price is NZ$401
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Lobby

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,146 reviews)
"Great property with respectable staff and clean room."
United States
Ananya Bhargavi
The price is NZ$444
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Balboa Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,705 reviews)
"Great location and great breakfast…"
United States
Rafael
The price is NZ$304
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
Lobby sitting area

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
2.5 star property
Hillcrest, 2.1 km from Balboa Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (387 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean, friendly staff."
United States
Heber
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Terrace/patio

Best Western Downtown San Diego

Best Western Downtown San Diego
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Balboa Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (961 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and comfortable rooms"
United States
Maria
The price is NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Best Western Downtown San Diego
Exterior

AC Hotel by Marriott San Diego Downtown Gaslamp Quarter

AC Hotel by Marriott San Diego Downtown Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from Balboa Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,102 reviews)
"Location was amazing!"
United States
Lucas
The price is NZ$364
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
AC Hotel by Marriott San Diego Downtown Gaslamp Quarter
Superior Double Room Single Use, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio

Ash&9th

Ash&9th
2.0 star property
1.8 km from Balboa Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (697 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Pedro
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Ash&9th
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Compare popular hotels close to Balboa Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
866 reviews
View
Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
160 reviews
View
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in)
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
20 reviews
View
Exterior
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,100 reviews
View
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar
Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,698 reviews
View

Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff answered all questions with great levels of knowledge. Had a minor issue with our toilet & maintenance was at the door less than 30 mins later. Would love to come back for my next visit!"
Detraun 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Sofia Hotel

Hotels near other Balboa Park attractions

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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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 68 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Balboa Park?
The Sofia Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Balboa Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Best Western Seven Seas and Wyndham San Diego Bayside.
How many hotels will I find close to Balboa Park?
Expedia has 68 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 USS Midway 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 San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

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