The Best Hotels Closest to Balboa Park in San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Ayden

1.936.951 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

2. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Anthony

4.074.773 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.6 km from Balboa Park

omokayode

4.764.592 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Jorgen

8.699.110 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.9 km from Balboa Park

Mabel

5.667.917 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Colleen

6.287.837 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

7. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from Balboa Park

Efrain

4.431.023 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Jack P Williams,

4.958.756 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Brandy

5.454.607 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi

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

East Village, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

Janie

5.885.984 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

11. The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Balboa Park

Liam

3.657.394 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

Anthony

3.372.506 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

13. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

3.1 km from Balboa Park

Eric Michael

8.228.194 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

14. Westgate Hotel

2.4 km from Balboa Park

Kimberly

6.963.407 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

15. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park

Anthony

6.396.549 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Traci

7.205.602 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

17. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Matthew

10.429.022 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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

2.8 km from Balboa Park

Jonathan

6.063.138 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 2.2 km from Balboa Park

Aaron

5.457.653 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Matthew

5.154.451 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Balboa Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 910 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 116 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 187 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,876 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,145 reviews	View

Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good

"Property was very clean! Fantastic downtown location. Walking distance to Beach and GasLamp Quarter. Corner room was so roomy with lots of windows and light. Staff didn't go the extra mile, but they were polite and easy to deal with. Few minor maintenance issues like loose toilet seat and loose toilet paper holder, but nothing extreme or intolerable. Amenities were few and basic, but overall I would stay here again."

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"My stay at the palihotel was definitely a memorable experience. Although a brief stay, the memories wil be embedded in my mind. As soon as I entered I enjoyed the vintage setup. Takes you back to the early 1900s even the outfits of the front desk staff had a retro feel to it. The staff were helpful, kind, warm and courteous! Then took a ride in the vintage elevator. At one moment they were the fastest elevators in the world. Next I entered the room, it was quite faint but very clean and homey like. The bed was very clean and comfortable. The shower was phenomenal, excellent water pressure, spa like. I could stay there all night. Then I experienced the rooftop bar and lounge area. Great 360 view of the city. Excellently lit, the vintage sign is a classic photo op. The bartender was very impressive and mixed great drinks. When in San Diego definitely stay there."

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

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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 USS Midway 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, Whaley House Museum and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. You can check out the local talent at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

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Our top choices for Balboa Park hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

7. Hotel Z

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

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

11. The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

12. Gaslamp Hostel

13. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

14. Westgate Hotel

15. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

17. Pendry San Diego

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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

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Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

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Desert Garden

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