10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Desert Garden in San Diego from NZ$124

A desert garden with various cacti and succulents, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Desert Garden hotels

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, 2.4 km from Desert Garden

Wai Kit

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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

A modern interior with concrete walls, wooden beams, and a central planter with plants.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.5 km from Desert Garden

omokayode

NZ$311

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 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.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.5 km from Desert Garden

Victor

NZ$541

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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 bar/lounge area with leather seating, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

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

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.9 km from Desert Garden

Mabel

NZ$330

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

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.

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.3 km from Desert Garden

Jeffrey D

NZ$233

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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 checkered floor with round tables and chairs, a patterned ceiling, and large windows.

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

6. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from Desert Garden

Jorgen

NZ$482

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

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

7. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from Desert Garden

Matthew

NZ$675

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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 a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

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.

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Desert Garden

Andrew

NZ$325

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 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 spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.8 km from Desert Garden

RONNIE

NZ$325

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

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

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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden

Pamela Ann Callum

NZ$330

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a brick building, and a large scoreboard in the background.

A narrow alleyway with yellow buildings, a palm tree, and windows.

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

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

11. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from Desert Garden

Molly

NZ$308

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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.

12. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.9 km from Desert Garden

Colleen

NZ$368

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 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 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.

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

East Village, 2.6 km from Desert Garden

Diane

NZ$345

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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 fountain with multiple water jets in a courtyard with seating and potted plants.

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

14. Westgate Hotel

2.4 km from Desert Garden

Susan

NZ$399

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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 hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, a green leather sofa, a red leather sofa, and a wooden railing with plants.

15. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from Desert Garden

Karin

NZ$204

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Desert Garden

Traci

NZ$443

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

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard, and surrounding high-rise buildings.

17. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

3 km from Desert Garden

Juan Ramon

NZ$624

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

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 rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.

18. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden

Ivanna

NZ$247

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.

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

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from Desert Garden

Linda

NZ$300

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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

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

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Desert Garden

Anthony

NZ$427

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Desert Garden

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 928 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 498 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	9.4 Exceptional 1,166 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 138 reviews	View

Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, clean property and rooms!"

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location! Overall great experience!"

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are friendly. Rooms are always great here. The gym is nice and I really enjoy the yoga studio."

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"So clean and nice. Little loud but you’re right next to main bars for gas lamp so makes sense and wasn’t an issue."

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent

"The entire experience was excellent. Starting with the very personable valet, to the inviting check-in folks, to the attentive pool staff, they all get it. Everyone is friendly, care about your experience, and set the vibe. Pool is a great scene and all the various amentities from the jazz club, the bowling alley, the diner, are fun, clean, and well run. Coming back for sure!"

Ash&9th

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"great location for downtown especially if you’re going to petco park."

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel, excellent location with a lot of restaurants close by. A few blocks to the pier. Hotel staff was very helpful. We enjoyed our stay."

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Make sure you plan on paying an additional 45.00 to park your car"

Other attractions near Desert Garden

A historic building with ornate architecture and a reflective pond with lily pads.

Balboa Park

9.2/10 (14,638 reviews)

Discover endless entertainment possibilities in San Diego’s world-famous urban park.

See properties

The entrance to the Natural History Museum with a grand staircase leading up to the doors.

San Diego Natural History Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

From ancient artifacts to rare gemstones to stunning artwork, learn about the natural world, past and present, in Balboa Park’s exceptional museum.

See properties

Fleet Science Center

Discover science through exhibits that will delight the entire family. Watch an IMAX film at San Diego’s museum and planetarium.

See properties

A colorful courtyard with a tiled floor, a bench, and a fountain.

Spanish Village Art Center

Enjoy an outing to Spanish Village Art Center during your stay in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

See properties

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

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at San Diego Model Railroad Museum during your travels in San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

See properties

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

Casa de Balboa

You can learn about the history of San Diego when you stop by Casa de Balboa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

See properties

A gallery with classical paintings on display.

Museum of Photographic Arts

Visit this museum to journey through the history of the photography medium, which both captures the real world and transforms it into art.

See properties

Balboa Park Carousel

Enjoy an outing to Balboa Park Carousel during your stay in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Desert Garden?

Desert Garden is located in an area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views, bird watching and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 98 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Desert Garden?

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 6 restaurants and 3 bars. It's located 2 mi (3.2 km) from Desert Garden. Other good choices within a few miles include Wyndham San Diego Bayside and The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Desert Garden?

Expedia has 98 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Desert Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Desert Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Desert Garden.

What can I see and do near Desert Garden?

Study the collections at San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego Air and Space Museum or Maritime Museum of San Diego. Hotel del Coronado, Whaley House Museum and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

Top Hotels Near Desert Garden in San Diego from NZ$124

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Property class

Guest rating

Our top choices for Desert Garden hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

6. Lafayette Hotel & Club

7. Pendry San Diego

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

11. Hotel Z

12. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

14. Westgate Hotel

15. Gaslamp Hostel

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

17. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

18. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

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

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Compare popular hotels close to Desert Garden

Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

The Sofia Hotel

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Ash&9th

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Other attractions near Desert Garden

Balboa Park

San Diego Natural History Museum

Fleet Science Center

Spanish Village Art Center

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Casa de Balboa

Museum of Photographic Arts

Balboa Park Carousel

Frequently asked questions