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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, 1.7 km from American Plaza

Andrew

1.402.596 ₫

1.595.453 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

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.

A modern building with a sign reading "kasa little Italy" and a glass entrance.

2. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.2 km from American Plaza

Jeremy

5.610.384 ₫

8.671.650 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

A blue bicycle parked on a tiled patio with a fountain and plants in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a buffet area, and a dining table with a vase and a bowl.

A reception area with a round table, vases, and a chandelier. There is a counter with a computer and a refrigerator in the background.

3. Crown City Inn

2.8 km from American Plaza

Guillaume

5.064.930 ₫

5.571.423 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.1 km from American Plaza

Jessica

1.146.858 ₫

3.344.206 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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 luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, plush blue sofas, and ornate decor.

5. Westgate Hotel

0.5 km from American Plaza

Chris

4.393.502 ₫

5.997.422 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a modern interior design.

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.

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

6. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Halil

7.666.165 ₫

10.313.531 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including sofas, chairs, and round tables.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from American Plaza

Crystal

6.710.883 ₫

8.956.066 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

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

An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.

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".

8. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 km from American Plaza

Karin

2.743.447 ₫

3.120.671 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

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

9. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from American Plaza

Vasiliy

6.390.903 ₫

7.407.860 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

A modern interior with a long wooden table, blue bar stools, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the street.

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 kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of buildings.

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

East Village, 1.3 km from American Plaza

Heather

4.453.652 ₫

6.067.875 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.3 km from American Plaza

Thomas Stanley

4.391.803 ₫

5.104.302 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a sign reading "Best Western Plus" and a red-roofed tower.

A hotel dining area with a kitchen counter, seating arrangements, and a television.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a building with a red roof and a tower.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

12. Best Western Plus Suites Hotel Coronado Island

2.4 km from American Plaza

Richard

4.666.745 ₫

5.133.420 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cozy outdoor seating area with a fireplace, cushioned seating, and potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, and a seating area with two chairs and a small table.

The entrance to the Young Men's Christian Association building with a grand arched doorway, columns, and a staircase leading up to the entrance.

A spacious outdoor seating area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.

13. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

0.2 km from American Plaza

ZHENG

5.298.696 ₫

6.143.573 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

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.

14. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 km from American Plaza

Matthew

3.506.490 ₫

3.988.633 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a view of the surrounding cityscape and waterfront.

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

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

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 0.6 km from American Plaza

Shumaila

4.420.389 ₫

5.125.220 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Troy

4.551.103 ₫

5.276.777 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large, historic hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard, and a prominent entrance.

A grand hall with a checkered floor, ornate columns, and a large chandelier.

A lobby with a blue sofa, a white armchair, and a glass coffee table. There are large columns and a staircase in the background.

A grand lobby with a large chandelier, marble flooring, and potted plants.

17. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

0.6 km from American Plaza

Justin

5.984.806 ₫

6.949.502 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a marble column, white curtains, and a patterned bar counter.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, marble columns, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

A hotel entrance with a checkered floor, a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT," and two potted plants.

A grand hall with ornate wooden ceilings, large arched windows, and a central chandelier.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

0.8 km from American Plaza

Steven

4.420.389 ₫

5.125.219 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central wooden table, potted plants, and a large blue sculpture.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables, and chairs.

A spacious lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen displaying a pool view.

A restaurant with a glass enclosure, brick facade, and outdoor seating area.

19. Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Ronna

4.743.112 ₫

6.704.149 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from American Plaza

Lizet De Luna

4.271.223 ₫

6.207.255 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 966 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 539 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 848 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,042 reviews	View

Top American Plaza Hotel Reviews

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

"Na"

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience for a baseball fan!"

Ash&9th

8/10 Good

"it was easy check-in and everyone was nice."

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good!"

Other attractions near American Plaza

An art gallery with various sculptures and paintings on display.

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

8.8/10 (22 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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A modern building with vertical lines and a large poster on the side.

San Diego Opera

7.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at San Diego Opera on your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

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Music Box

You can enjoy a show at Music Box during your trip to San Diego. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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Spreckels Theater

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Spreckels Theater during your stay in San Diego. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

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Pantoja Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of San Diego when you take a trip to Pantoja Park. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

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Wyndham San Diego Bayside

After visiting Wyndham San Diego Bayside, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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Firehouse Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Firehouse Museum in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

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San Diego Civic Theatre

8.0/10 (38 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at San Diego Civic Theatre during your stay in San Diego. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around American Plaza?

American Plaza is located in a scenic area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 449 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to American Plaza?

Expedia has 449 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from American Plaza.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near American Plaza.

What can I see and do near American Plaza?

You'll want to browse the collections at Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum and San Diego Air and Space Museum. Sights like Hotel del Coronado, Star of India and California Tower are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and Old Globe Theater if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to American Plaza?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around American Plaza is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station and 5th Avenue Station. If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can explore your options for water transport at the local port.

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Our top choices for American Plaza hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

3. Crown City Inn

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

5. Westgate Hotel

6. Pendry San Diego

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

8. Gaslamp Hostel

9. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

12. Best Western Plus Suites Hotel Coronado Island

13. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

14. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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

17. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

19. Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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Top American Plaza Hotel Reviews

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Ash&9th

The Sofia Hotel

Other attractions near American Plaza

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

San Diego Opera

Music Box

Spreckels Theater

Pantoja Park

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Firehouse Museum

San Diego Civic Theatre

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