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Our top choices for Balboa Park hotels

A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (987 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Dylan
The price is 1.536.755 ₫
1.748.059 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay Classy Hostel
A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (239 reviews)
"Friendly staff!"
United States
Donavin
The price is 2.997.233 ₫
4.255.875 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
4.5 star property
2.5 km from Balboa Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (560 reviews)
"Super nice amenities - would stay again. Great location"
United States
Nirmeen
The price is 5.155.780 ₫
7.859.506 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
A spacious lounge area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar with stools.

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
1.9 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,259 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Would definitely come back!"
United States
Dirosia
The price is 3.711.744 ₫
4.303.582 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,129 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with wonderful staff! I have already booked my next stay. I would highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Heather
The price is 7.033.026 ₫
8.084.116 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lafayette Hotel & Club
A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

6. Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,077 reviews)
"Very good hotel, old but clean and good gym and pool."
Canada
Clement
The price is 3.919.688 ₫
5.440.676 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Westgate Hotel
A rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,414 reviews)
"Very awesome pet friendly hotel and the staff were amazing"
United States
gregory
The price is 4.184.779 ₫
6.017.000 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'PENDR' sign, large windows, and a corner entrance.

8. Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego
5.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice property in the downtown."
United States
Vasilios
The price is 7.599.790 ₫
10.224.235 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Pendry San Diego
A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

9. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Audrey
The price is 999.771 ₫
3.159.235 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

10. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.5 star property
Marina District, 2.9 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,994 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Kelane
The price is 3.110.761 ₫
4.323.729 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.5 star property
3 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,055 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent! Room was very clean, and pet-friendly."
United States
Edgar
The price is 4.353.778 ₫
5.060.107 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
A hotel entrance with a stone archway, multiple windows, and potted plants.

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

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, would definitely stay again!"
United States
Alisha
The price is 5.126.638 ₫
5.944.080 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

13. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (737 reviews)
"Friendly, clean, good value."
United States
stacy
The price is 2.666.367 ₫
3.032.960 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Gaslamp Hostel
A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

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

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
4.0 star property
East Village, 2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,089 reviews)
"Great location with great staff"
United States
Christopher
The price is 3.971.470 ₫
5.500.981 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
A narrow hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

15. The Artifact Inn

The Artifact Inn
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Great location, nice room!"
United States
Chris
The price is 1.970.793 ₫
5.530.296 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Artifact Inn
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a central atrium, and a landscaped courtyard with palm trees.

16. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

InterContinental San Diego by IHG
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Balboa Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,207 reviews)
"Great breakfast!"
United States
Nathan
The price is 7.213.360 ₫
10.096.901 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
InterContinental San Diego by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.

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

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,489 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Alexis
The price is 3.702.722 ₫
4.293.121 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

18. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,243 reviews)
"I love the stay I will definitely be back!!! Everything was super close walking distance parking was great next door awesome"
United States
George
The price is 3.065.678 ₫
3.487.209 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

19. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,027 reviews)
"Awesome location, room and service"
United States
Kesia
The price is 3.697.009 ₫
4.279.312 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a dining table with chairs, and large windows offering a city view.

20. Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Balboa Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,198 reviews)
"Great location and liked the extra security."
United States
Regina
The price is 3.065.678 ₫
4.599.923 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Balboa Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.
Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
987 reviews
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A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
239 reviews
View
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
560 reviews
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A spacious lounge area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bar with stools.
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,259 reviews
View
A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.
Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,129 reviews
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The Neon Elm Hotel

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The Neon Elm Hotel

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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.
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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 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.