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Our top choices for Desert Garden hotels

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View | View from room
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 star property
1.9 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"I like the Hotel!!"
United States
Karla
The price is NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
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 Desert Garden
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (783)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Exterior
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

4.5 star property
2.5 km from Desert Garden
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104)
"would definitely go back and stay there again "
United States
Kounwick
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great location "
United States
Mohammad
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

4.0 star property
2.6 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1319)
"My wife loved everything about this vintage hotel."
United States
Eddie
The price is NZ$449
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Exterior
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (617)
"Welcome drink and breakfast were a nice treat."
United States
Mona
The price is NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
City view from property
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

4.0 star property
Little Italy, 2.1 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"It was a nice place to stay at"
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3.0 star property
2 km from Desert Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (724)
"Great little boutique hotel ! Friendly staff as well"
Canada
Caroll
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
View from property
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"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$231
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Lobby
Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"very good location, good and quiet AC system (not the noise window AC)."
United States
Henry
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (535)
"Never had this much fun in time of a simple night stay! Great accessibility as well. "
United States
Dulce de la
Gaslamp Hostel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4.0 star property
East Village, 2.6 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (589)
"It was nice stay! "
United States
Chashawna
The price is NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Lobby
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

3.0 star property
2.5 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great staff and location."
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Lobby lounge
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

3.0 star property
1.8 km from Desert Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great place!"
United States
Rita
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
2.2 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (867)
"Staff was amazing. Room was really nice and the view was PERFECT."
United States
Porscha
The price is NZ$341
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed
Somerset

Somerset

2.0 star property
1.6 km from Desert Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (55)
"One of the best stays ive had at any hotel. The room big and had all the right ammenities. I was able to get to the convention center in less than 10min. Overall I was satisfied with my stay and will come here again."
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Somerset
Classic Studio | In-room dining
The Artifact Hotel

The Artifact Hotel

2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (45)
"Room was great, the hosts were fantastic and communicative. Absolutely will plan to stay here again in the future! "
United States
Aulani
The price is NZ$387
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Artifact Hotel
Meeting facility
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3.5 star property
2.9 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Kimberly
The price is NZ$378
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Lobby
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

5.0 star property
2.3 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"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$494
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel

4.5 star property
2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Beautiful hotel, clean and very friendly staff! Beds were comfortable, we enjoyed our stay."
United States
Somer
Westgate Hotel
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Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent
"These guy do a terrific job always love coming here. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. We will be back "
Rhonada 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Lafayette Hotel & Club

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Balboa Park

4.5/5 (8,094 reviews)
Discover endless entertainment possibilities in San Diego’s world-famous urban park.
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San Diego Natural History Museum

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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?
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 1.2 mi (2 km) from Desert Garden. Other good choices within a few miles include Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy and Lafayette Hotel & Club.
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 Natural History Museum, San Diego Museum of Art or San Diego Air and Space Museum. Hotel del Coronado, Star of India and Whaley House Museum are some of the local landmarks to explore. 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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