The Best Hotels Closest to American Plaza in San Diego for 2026

Q: 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, check out the 399 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay close to American Plaza?

Adjacent to American Plaza, Wyndham San Diego Bayside is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection and The Sofia Hotel .

Q: How many hotels will I be able to find close to American Plaza?

Expedia has 399 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from American Plaza.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near American Plaza.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near American Plaza?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near American Plaza, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

Q: What can I see and do near American Plaza?

You'll want to browse the collections at USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and San Diego Air and Space Museum. Sights like Hotel del Coronado, Spreckels Theater, and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay if you're interested in local theater.

Q: How can I get to American Plaza?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near American Plaza is simple. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can learn about your water travel options at the local port.

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Our top choices for American Plaza hotels

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 1.7 km from American Plaza

Nitin

₩96,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

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

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.9 km from American Plaza

omokayode

₩281,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

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

3. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.1 km from American Plaza

Fabrizio

₩249,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

4. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.3 km from American Plaza

Colleen

₩369,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

0.9 km from American Plaza

Carlos

₩334,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

6. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 km from American Plaza

Craig

₩189,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

7. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from American Plaza

Alexander

₩462,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

8. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

0.4 km from American Plaza

Yesenia

₩478,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1 km from American Plaza

Roxanne

₩280,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

10. Westgate Hotel

0.5 km from American Plaza

Juan J

₩392,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.7 km from American Plaza

Jayden

₩343,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

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

East Village, 1.3 km from American Plaza

BRENDA

₩331,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

13. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Marina District, 0.8 km from American Plaza

Brian

₩505,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

14. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Matthew

₩590,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

15. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from American Plaza

Alberto

₩362,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

2 outdoor pools, open 6 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

16. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 1 km from American Plaza

Nitesh

₩477,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

17. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.9 km from American Plaza

Trent

₩275,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Ana

₩291,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

19. Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

< 0.1 km from American Plaza

Sarah

₩336,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 km from American Plaza

Thalia

₩252,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

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Compare popular hotels close to American Plaza

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 895 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 176 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 80 reviews	View
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,130 reviews	View

Top American Plaza Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"The view from our room, the pool, the helpful staff...had a wonderful staycation!"

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our room and will definitely be coming back! Everything was spotless, smelled fresh, and felt very welcoming. My favorite part was the bed—it was incredibly comfortable, and the pillows were perfect too! We only stayed one night since we were on our way to Mexico, but it was a wonderful stay. If you’re ever in San Diego, I highly recommend staying here. You won’t be disappointed!"

Hotels near other American Plaza attractions

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 seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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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, check out the 399 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to American Plaza?

Adjacent to American Plaza, Wyndham San Diego Bayside is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection and The Sofia Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to American Plaza?

Expedia has 399 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near American Plaza.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near American Plaza?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near American Plaza, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near American Plaza?

You'll want to browse the collections at USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and San Diego Air and Space Museum. Sights like Hotel del Coronado, Spreckels Theater, and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to American Plaza?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near American Plaza is simple. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can learn about your water travel options at the local port.

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Our top choices for American Plaza hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

4. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

6. Gaslamp Hostel

7. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

8. InterContinental San Diego by IHG

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

10. Westgate Hotel

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

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

13. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

14. Pendry San Diego

15. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

16. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

17. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

19. Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

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Top American Plaza Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hotels near other American Plaza attractions

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

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