The Best Hotels Closest to Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in San Diego for 2026

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A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a wooden staircase, and potted plants.

A modern reception desk with a glass top, a large window offering a view, and a potted plant.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.8 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Donavin

₩154,269

₩219,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, yellow armchair, and a coffee table with a book and a potted plant.

2. Stay Classy Hostel

1.9 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Dylan

₩85,973

₩97,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

An outdoor patio area with lounge chairs, a table, and an umbrella.

A reception area with a round table, vases, and a chandelier. There is a counter with a computer and a refrigerator in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a buffet area, and a dining table with a vase and a bowl.

3. Crown City Inn

2.8 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Kate

₩232,845

₩256,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

A modern building with a sign reading "kasa little Italy" and a glass entrance.

A high-rise building with a view of a harbor and sailboats.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a leather sofa, a coffee table with a board game, and a flat-screen TV.

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Nirmeen

₩269,676

₩409,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern indoor space with a central reflective sculpture, surrounded by planters and a brick wall.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, a second-floor balcony, and a visible church in the background.

A modern interior with a staircase, glass doors, and decorative lighting.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

5. Hotel Narcissus

3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Gene

₩89,556

₩234,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign at the top, and a well-lit facade.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, leather seating, multiple tables, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A lobby with a purple-lit ceiling, a large wall mural, and seating areas.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a sign indicating elevators to parking and a street.

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Veronica Dangerfield

₩191,052

₩221,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, plush blue sofas, and ornate decor.

A fountain with multiple water jets in a courtyard with seating and potted plants.

A luxurious room with ornate chandeliers, a grand staircase, and plush seating.

7. Westgate Hotel

0.6 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Arlet

₩201,865

₩280,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

A spacious lobby with large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

A rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

James

₩253,462

₩353,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a modern interior design.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the building's brick facade.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

9. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Vasilios

₩391,391

₩526,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a round red rug, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A cafe with outdoor seating, a sign reading "INFUSED DRINKS NATURE'S KITCHEN," and a "BREAKFAST @ Cafe21" sign.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

10. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

1.2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Jessica

₩51,488

₩162,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.

A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1.1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Kelane

₩189,062

₩256,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, multiple windows, and potted plants.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

A variety of potted plants, including cacti and other greenery, arranged in front of a building with large windows.

A cozy lounge area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and lush tropical plants.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.9 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Alisha

₩264,023

₩306,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A narrow hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

A modern living room with a dining area, a coffee machine, and a TV on the wall.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a black armchair, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a bench.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a microwave.

13. The Artifact Inn

1.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Chris

₩138,513

₩330,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, a green leather sofa, a red leather sofa, and a wooden railing with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

14. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Karin

₩137,318

₩156,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

A narrow alleyway with yellow buildings, a palm tree, and windows.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hotel Z' sign, a staircase, and a large window.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

15. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Sarah

₩156,066

₩227,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

A modern interior with a long wooden table, blue bar stools, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the street.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two round tables, and a dining table with chairs. A large window offers a view of city buildings.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

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

1.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Nathan

₩249,137

₩335,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge areas, and palm trees.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging wicker lamps.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a modern building with balconies.

A modern hotel with a prominent circular tower and a glass facade.

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 1.1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Thomas Roy

₩371,490

₩493,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city, and a large window overlooking the harbor.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Chen

₩288,634

₩334,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.

A cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are candles on the tables, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit street view.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Troy

₩229,100

₩265,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a view of a high-rise building.

A reception desk with a wooden backdrop, a digital screen, and a sign indicating garage access.

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a modern building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

0.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Mariusz

₩201,254

₩232,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Property	Property class	Guest rating
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 231 reviews	View
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 979 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 871 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 547 reviews	View
Hotel Narcissus	9.4 Exceptional 37 reviews	View

Top Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Hotel Reviews

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"n/a"

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

8/10 Good

"Great costumer’s service , good buffet Fresh food every family can enjoy breakfast , I give 10 to staff who works there"

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

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was served quickly by an attentive staff."

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Really enjoyed my stay!"

Sheraton San Diego Resort

8/10 Good

"The property was exceptionally clean and well-maintained. However, the atmosphere leans heavily upscale, so guests should expect a somewhat pretentious crowd."

Ash&9th

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was extremely nice and very helpful."

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

8/10 Good

"Great location!"

The Westin San Diego Bayview

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! All of the staff was so nice and helpful and the check in process was one of the easiest I’ve ever had. The only thing we were sad about was that they were undergoing renovations, so we weren’t able to enjoy the atrium, but that’s understandable. Can’t wait to stay again after the renovations are done because I’m sure it will be super nice."

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was beautiful the staff very friendly/helpful"

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A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a water fountain area, and people enjoying the park.

Waterfront Park

9.2/10 (64 reviews)

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A large sailing ship docked at a harbor with a clear blue sky and a cityscape in the background.

Maritime Museum of San Diego

9.0/10 (392 reviews)

This impressive collection of nine marine vessels includes sailing boats, ferries, submarines and yachts.

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American Plaza

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at American Plaza, a lovely green space in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.

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Music Box

You can enjoy a show at Music Box on your trip to San Diego. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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Wyndham San Diego Bayside

After visiting Wyndham San Diego Bayside, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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Pantoja Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of San Diego when you take a trip to Pantoja Park. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.

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Star of India

Find out about the history of San Diego with a stop at Star of India. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Firehouse Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Firehouse Museum during your trip to San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego?

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego 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 446 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego?

Adjacent to Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, 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 within a short distance include Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and The Sofia Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego?

Expedia has 446 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.

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What can I see and do near Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego?

You'll want to browse the collections at Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum. Hotel del Coronado, Star of India, and California Tower are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Old Globe Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is easy. Take advantage of metro transit at Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. If you're taking a train into town, San Diego Santa Fe Depot is the closest station to Downtown San Diego. You can explore water travel options at the local port.

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Our top choices for Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Stay Classy Hostel

3. Crown City Inn

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

5. Hotel Narcissus

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

9. Pendry San Diego

10. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

13. The Artifact Inn

14. Gaslamp Hostel

15. Hotel Z

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

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Top Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Hotel Reviews

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Ash&9th

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

The Westin San Diego Bayview

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Other attractions near Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Waterfront Park

Maritime Museum of San Diego

American Plaza

Music Box

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Pantoja Park

Star of India

Firehouse Museum

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