The Best Hotels Closest to Balboa Park in San Diego for 2026

Our top choices for Balboa Park hotels

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Nitin

₩109,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

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

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.6 km from Balboa Park

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, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Fabrizio

₩249,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.9 km from Balboa Park

Carlos

₩336,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from Balboa Park

Lisa

₩492,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Colleen

₩371,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

7. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from Balboa Park

Allen

₩301,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Roxanne

₩290,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park

Leonardo

₩328,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Jayden

₩343,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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

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

East Village, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

BRENDA

₩333,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from Balboa Park

Craig

₩185,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

13. The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Balboa Park

Maria Celeste

₩227,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

14. Westgate Hotel

2.4 km from Balboa Park

Juan J

₩394,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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

15. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Matthew

₩590,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Sanctuary 4 Bedroom Historic Church | Living area | 50-inch LED TV with digital channels

16. Good Life Vacation Rental Resort

2.9 km from Balboa Park

Andrea

₩885,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from Balboa Park

Ana

₩291,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

18. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Balboa Park

Alberto

₩362,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

3 km from Balboa Park

Alexander

₩463,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Balboa Park

Thalia

₩228,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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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 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 85 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,131 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,824 reviews	View

Top Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Lobby was challenging to find because we self parked More signs are needed from the parking lot elevators to the lobby"

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"This has been my second favorite hotel on the planet since I stayed at it with my husband back in 2019. And my two-night stay while visiting a friend this past weekend did nothing to change that vaulted ranking! It is such a *pristine* place in every way! One's room gets cleaned, straightened, and re-supplied with fresh towels *every* day, pre-pandemic style! The concierge works into the evening hours! A male staffer I contacted via phone only a couple hours after checking in, tracked down the backpack I'd left in the women's restroom on the first floor, and then phoned me up to say he'd found it and put it with the suitcase I'd left at the front desk. The Grant Grill cheerfully made avocado toast customized to my fussy friend's specifications for her breakfast, and then cheerfully replaced the steel cut oats I didn't care for with some drop-dead fabulous whole-grain toast. The valet staff were super friendly as were the housekeepers as was the front desk staff. In short, there was absolutely nothing to be unhappy about during my visit except perhaps the carpet! The 2019 patriotic-themed one was soooooooo much classier than the current blue plaid!"

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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, check out the 66 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Balboa Park?

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Balboa Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Wyndham San Diego Bayside and Hard Rock Hotel San Diego.

How many hotels will I find close to Balboa Park?

Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Balboa Park.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Balboa Park.

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

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What can I see and do near Balboa Park?

Study the collections at USS Midway Museum, San Diego Natural History Museum, or San Diego Museum of Art. 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 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. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

7. Hotel Z

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

9. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

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

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

12. Gaslamp Hostel

13. The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

14. Westgate Hotel

15. Pendry San Diego

16. Good Life Vacation Rental Resort

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

18. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

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Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

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