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Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request)

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.4 km from Desert Garden

Ayden

1.936.951 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 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, 2.3 km from Desert Garden

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

2.5 km from Desert Garden

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 Desert Garden

Jorgen

8.699.110 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.9 km from Desert Garden

Mabel

5.667.917 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.9 km from Desert Garden

Colleen

6.286.880 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

7. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from Desert Garden

Efrain

4.431.023 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.8 km from Desert Garden

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, 2.3 km from Desert Garden

Brandy

6.063.138 ₫ 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 Desert Garden

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 Desert Garden

Liam

3.656.838 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from Desert Garden

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 km from Desert Garden

Eric Michael

8.228.194 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

14. Westgate Hotel

2.4 km from Desert Garden

Kimberly

6.963.407 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

15. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden

Thalia

3.975.533 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

16. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Desert Garden

Anthony

6.396.549 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Desert Garden

Traci

7.205.602 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

18. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from Desert Garden

Matthew

10.429.022 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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

2.8 km from Desert Garden

Jonathan

6.063.138 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 2.1 km from Desert Garden

Aaron

5.456.824 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Desert Garden

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 1,146 reviews	View

Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

8/10 Good

"Room was decent size but found it odd there was a desk area without a chair although I could've asked for one. The location was great next to the freeway and close walking distance to Little Italy and other nearby attractions. The underground parking lot is small for the size of the hotel but managed to mostly find a space to park."

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"MY, stay at the hotel was fabulous. The check-in was very smooth. The front desk was very polite and my room was very clean with a very comfortable bed. It had excellent amenities and I would recommend staying at this hotel to anybody looking for a very nice hotel with excellent amenities with an amazing staff."

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."

Other attractions near Desert Garden

A historic building with ornate architecture and a reflective pond with lily pads.

Balboa Park

9.2/10 (14,638 reviews)

Balboa Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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

How many hotels can I expect to find near Desert Garden?

Expedia has 93 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 USS Midway Museum, San Diego Air and Space Museum or Maritime Museum of San Diego. Hotel del Coronado, Whaley House Museum and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala are some of the local landmarks to explore. 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 Desert Garden 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. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

16. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

18. Pendry San Diego

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

20. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Other attractions near Desert Garden

Balboa Park

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