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

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (784)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great location "
United States
Mohammad
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (105)
"would definitely go back and stay there again "
United States
Kounwick
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Front of property
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (617)
"Welcome drink and breakfast were a nice treat."
United States
Mona
The price is NZ$277
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1328)
"My wife loved everything about this vintage hotel."
United States
Eddie
The price is NZ$446
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Lafayette Hotel & Club
View from room
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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, (86)
"It was a nice place to stay at"
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Lobby lounge
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The room was clean and comfortable, the staff courteous. A lot of nice places to eat close by."
United States
Keyur Dhananjay
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Balboa Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (727)
"Great little boutique hotel ! Friendly staff as well"
Canada
Caroll
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Interior
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (536)
"Never had this much fun in time of a simple night stay! Great accessibility as well. "
United States
Dulce de la
Gaslamp Hostel
Rooftop terrace
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
East Village, 2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (593)
"It was nice stay! "
United States
Chashawna
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (870)
"Staff was amazing. Room was really nice and the view was PERFECT."
United States
Porscha
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lobby
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

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, (1000)
"Great staff and location."
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Lobby
Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Yes everything was great I will stay there again."
United States
Sergio
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Lobby
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

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, (1182)
"Amazing stay "
United States
Aaron
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
Bar (on property)
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Balboa Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place!"
United States
Rita
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
TownePlace Suites 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

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, (1003)
"I loved my stay here ! I would definitely stay here again . The staff were pleasant and welcoming. The amenities were great ! The only complaint I have is I wish parking was included in our stay if you’re staying at the hotel as a guest "
United States
Vanessa
The price is NZ$491
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
2 outdoor pools, open 6 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
4.0 star property
Marina District, 3.2 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1942)
"Great hotel"
United States
Farzana
The price is NZ$407
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Terrace/patio
The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1062)
"Great location, kind staff and tasty breakfast. Rooms were of decent size with all renovated with new style."
United States
Rahul
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Bar (on property)
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Balboa Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great place. Friendly staff. "
United States
Douglas Steven
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Restaurant
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1229)
"Very nice clean room and amenities and staff was pleasant and we love the location. "
United States
Arnold
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
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Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent
" Great time!"
Diana 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Bristol Hotel San Diego

Hotels near other Balboa Park attractions

Desert Garden

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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Fun day, and we got to see the King Tut Exhibit.
Photo by Ricardo Miranda
Open Photo by Ricardo Miranda

San Diego Natural History Museum

From ancient artifacts to rare gemstones to stunning artwork, learn about the natural world, past and present, in Balboa Park’s exceptional museum.
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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 74 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Balboa Park?
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 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Balboa Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy and Hard Rock Hotel San Diego.
How many hotels will I find close to Balboa Park?
Expedia has 74 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 San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Museum of Art or San Diego Air and Space Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Hotel del Coronado, Casa de Balboa and Star of India. 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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