The Best Hotels Closest to Balboa 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 lounge area with a blue sofa, yellow armchair, and a coffee table with a book and a potted plant.

A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Dylan

1.676.570 ₫

1.907.098 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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.

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

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Donavin

2.973.584 ₫

4.232.305 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 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 high-rise building with a view of a harbor and sailboats.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.5 km from Balboa Park

Victor

5.258.967 ₫

7.984.552 ₫ total

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 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 spacious lobby with a high ceiling, leather seating, multiple tables, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.9 km from Balboa Park

Veronica Dangerfield

3.725.712 ₫

4.319.777 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

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

A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

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

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Laurie

7.063.329 ₫

8.118.944 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

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

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

A luxurious room with ornate chandeliers, a grand staircase, and plush seating.

6. Westgate Hotel

2.4 km from Balboa Park

Arlet

3.936.577 ₫

5.464.128 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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.

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park

James

7.370.959 ₫

9.716.235 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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.

A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Halil

7.632.535 ₫

10.268.288 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

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.

9. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Jessica

1.107.391 ₫

3.291.934 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

East Village, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

Nathan

4.434.115 ₫

6.041.256 ₫ total

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 high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

2.9 km from Balboa Park

Kelane

3.977.974 ₫

5.332.426 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.

A cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.

A dining area with round tables set for a formal event, large windows offering a view of the city, and elegant floral arrangements.

A harbor with boats, a large building, and a parking area.

12. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Edgar

4.812.378 ₫

5.591.026 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

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.

13. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

Karin

2.677.855 ₫

3.046.060 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

A cozy lounge area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and lush tropical plants.

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Molly

5.148.727 ₫

5.969.692 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A narrow hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

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.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden floors, and a large mirror.

15. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Chris

2.701.141 ₫

6.447.422 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

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

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Chen

5.628.671 ₫

6.525.536 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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

17. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park

Christopher

4.252.486 ₫

6.180.025 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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 cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are candles on the tables, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Troy

4.467.685 ₫

5.180.057 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings and a bridge in the distance.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a cityscape at sunset.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a patterned wall, and a long corridor leading to a bright area with a view.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 2.2 km from Balboa Park

Cheryl

4.046.537 ₫

4.691.757 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Mariusz

3.925.193 ₫

4.543.410 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 973 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 224 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 545 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	9.4 Exceptional 1,250 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 2,092 reviews	View

Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Super nice job place and good location"

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Alexa at front desk was amazing. Plus the property was perfectly located for all attractions, well maintained and plenty of food options. Would definitely recommend this hotel!"

Handlery Hotel

8/10 Good

"The staff from the restaurant were amazing!!! They went above and beyond!!! I forgot there names but it was a female and two males working when we ate at the restaurant, we ate there three times. They were so nice, polite and so attentive!!! Pamela lady from the front desk when we checked out she was so rude and had a mean face didn’t even greet us at all and I asked her a couple of questions didn’t even answered me at all I asked her if I was getting my invoice thru email didn’t even answer me either. Just so rude"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8/10 Good

"Generally a great stay. Definitely a wonderful location. We had a harbor view room and it was great just to sit on the balcony and enjoy the scenery. All the staff were A+ Our bathroom was a little worn looking and the toilet plumbing needed to be adjusted."

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

8/10 Good

"Thank you"

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"Location is perfectly situated in the gaslamp quarters and minutes away from little Italy or the harbour front"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good

"ol"

The Neon Elm Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean compact room with all you need. Nice location, near the airport. I liked that it was self service to check in & out. Staff was responsive, attentive & helpful through the app. Definitely recommend it!"

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San Diego Natural History Museum

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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.

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Museum of Photographic Arts

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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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 70 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I find close to Balboa Park?

Expedia has 70 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 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 Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

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Our top choices for Balboa Park 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. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6. Westgate Hotel

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

8. Pendry San Diego

9. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

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

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

12. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

13. Gaslamp Hostel

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

15. The Artifact Inn

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

17. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

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Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Handlery Hotel

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

The Neon Elm Hotel

Other attractions near Balboa Park

Desert Garden

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

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