The Best Hotels Closest to San Diego Convention Center in San Diego for 2026

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A couple walking hand in hand on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.

A narrow pathway flanked by buildings with large windows and a well-maintained garden.

A pathway flanked by lush tropical plants and a building with a large archway.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a chair.

1. 1906 Lodge

2.9 km from San Diego Convention Center

Judith

₩356,560

₩392,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

2. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 1.2 km from San Diego Convention Center

Dylan

₩85,892

₩97,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3.2 km from San Diego Convention Center

Donavin

₩153,759

₩218,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A blue bicycle parked on a tiled patio with a fountain and plants in the background.

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

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

4. Crown City Inn

2 km from San Diego Convention Center

Kate

₩232,625

₩255,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A modern lobby with seating areas, large windows, and indoor plants.

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.

5. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

1.5 km from San Diego Convention Center

Nirmeen

₩252,858

₩390,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

6. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 0.9 km from San Diego Convention Center

Audrey

₩51,484

₩162,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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.

7. Westgate Hotel

1.1 km from San Diego Convention Center

Arlet

₩201,675

₩279,933 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 rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.

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

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including sofas, chairs, and round tables.

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.3 km from San Diego Convention Center

James

₩215,314

₩309,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'PENDR' sign, large windows, and a corner entrance.

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

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

9. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.4 km from San Diego Convention Center

Vasilios

₩391,023

₩526,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

10. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.4 km from San Diego Convention Center

Veronica Dangerfield

₩190,872

₩221,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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."

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 0.4 km from San Diego Convention Center

Kelane

₩178,942

₩244,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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 counter with various kitchen tools.

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

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.7 km from San Diego Convention Center

Karin

₩137,189

₩156,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.

A cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.

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

A harbor with boats, a large building, and a parking area.

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.5 km from San Diego Convention Center

Edgar

₩246,543

₩286,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern outdoor seating area with a built-in fire feature, surrounded by lush greenery.

An outdoor bar area with a pool, bar stools, and a large 'VILL' sign.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a TV, a walk-in shower, and a city view.

A modern kitchen with a glass-top island, two bottles of champagne, and glasses.

14. The Bower Coronado

3.1 km from San Diego Convention Center

Kathy

₩356,692

₩466,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

15. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

1.5 km from San Diego Convention Center

Chen

₩288,613

₩334,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

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 kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of 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

East Village, 0.7 km from San Diego Convention Center

Nathan

₩204,339

₩283,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a decorative headboard, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1 km from San Diego Convention Center

Alisha

₩263,775

₩305,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

A reception area with a brick wall, palm tree artwork, and surfboards on display.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.4 km from San Diego Convention Center

Troy

₩190,408

₩220,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a herringbone-patterned backsplash.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with balconies, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue backsplash, and a central island.

19. Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

3.2 km from San Diego Convention Center

Tisha

₩846,703

₩1,013,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern lobby with a digital display wall, reception desks, and a spacious, well-lit area.

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a large screen.

A Hard Rock Hotel with a prominent Hard Rock Cafe sign, a large marquee, and a modern building facade.

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.3 km from San Diego Convention Center

Christopher

₩205,426

₩302,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Convention Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
1906 Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 980 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 232 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 871 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 549 reviews	View

Top San Diego Convention Center Hotel Reviews

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"Coffee"

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"The room was clean, staff were great. The property just looks a little run down. It could use some proper painting done after fixing walls rather than just painting the walls as is."

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is great. Staff was very accommodating. Love the location"

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Great place At a great part of town"

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good

"Older property but well maintained. Staff was super friendly and helpful."

Pendry San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great hotel located where all the action is. Walking distance to most things..rooms are of a high quality with comfortable beds. Highly recommended and will be back"

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"The staff at front desk was cheerful, friendly and very helpful."

Other attractions near San Diego Convention Center

A modern building with a circular design, surrounded by a red fence and a grassy area.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

You can make plans for a show at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park during your stay in San Diego. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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A large stadium with the sign "Cobo Park" and palm trees around it.

Petco Park

9.4/10 (3,300 reviews)

Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.

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Breaking of the Chains Monument

You can find out about the history of San Diego with a trip to Breaking of the Chains Monument. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at San Diego Chinese Historical Museum in San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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New Children's Museum

8.8/10 (39 reviews)

You can take time to visit New Children's Museum during your travels to San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House during your trip to San Diego. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

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Nova SD

After visiting Nova SD, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Sparks Gallery

Enjoy an outing to Sparks Gallery during your stay in San Diego. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Convention Center?

San Diego Convention Center 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 262 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to San Diego Convention Center?

Adjacent to San Diego Convention Center, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark and Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego.

How many hotels will I find near San Diego Convention Center?

Expedia has 262 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Diego Convention Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego Convention Center, 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 often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near San Diego Convention Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near San Diego Convention Center?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near San Diego Convention Center, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near San Diego Convention Center?

USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and San Diego Air and Space Museum feature captivating exhibits. Hotel del Coronado, Star of India, and California Tower are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, San Diego Civic Theatre, and Old Globe Theater.

How can I get to San Diego Convention Center?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around San Diego Convention Center is easy. You can access metro transit at Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from 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 San Diego Convention Center hotels

1. 1906 Lodge

2. Stay Classy Hostel

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

4. Crown City Inn

5. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

6. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

9. Pendry San Diego

10. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

12. Gaslamp Hostel

13. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

14. The Bower Coronado

15. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

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

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

19. Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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Top San Diego Convention Center Hotel Reviews

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

The Sofia Hotel

Pendry San Diego

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Other attractions near San Diego Convention Center

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Petco Park

Breaking of the Chains Monument

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

New Children's Museum

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

Nova SD

Sparks Gallery

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