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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View | View from room
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
2 km from San Diego Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Room was spacious! Best hotel I’ve ever been to! "
United States
Liyah
The price is ₩194,944
₩226,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Exterior
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
2 km from San Diego Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"would definitely go back and stay there again "
United States
Kounwick
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.7 km from San Diego Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (788)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
2.3 km from San Diego Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1356)
"Amazing hotel, great staff and awesome food!"
United States
michael
The price is ₩330,683
₩379,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Lafayette Hotel & Club
City view from property
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4.0 star property
Little Italy, 2 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (138)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Jacorey
The price is ₩174,728
₩202,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from San Diego Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great location "
United States
Mohammad
The price is ₩141,659
₩205,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
Exterior
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (630)
"Great stay"
United States
Angelica
The price is ₩229,601
₩266,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Lobby lounge
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
1.9 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Good breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms and attentive, pleasant staff, all at a great value."
United States
charles
The price is ₩178,583
₩207,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
1.9 km from San Diego Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (794)
"would stay again and recommend "
United States
Brendi
The price is ₩161,731
₩187,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Meeting facility
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.5 star property
2.8 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ₩271,478
₩315,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Lobby
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
2.4 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great area, staff was attentive and the balcony was an unexpected surprise! Great hotel! "
United States
Armando
The price is ₩183,551
₩212,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Shared fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (539)
"Great location with clean, comfortable rooms. Amazing ambiance and professional staff. I would stay hear again."
United States
Anthony Michael
Gaslamp Hostel
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
East Village, 2.8 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (608)
"Everything was splendid. Very friendly staff as well. "
United States
Irving
The price is ₩158,338
₩225,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Terrace/patio
The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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

The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
2.7 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1079)
"Loved my stay! Def plan to stay here again "
United States
Lizbeth Flores
The price is ₩172,361
₩199,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Garden
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
3.2 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2932)
"Great boutique hotel!!"
United States
Maksim
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Lobby
Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1017)
"Great hotel, excellent location, excellent view on rooftop!"
United States
Rajeev
The price is ₩170,396
₩193,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
2.4 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (878)
"Friendly staff throughout stay and clean rooms"
United States
Alvin
The price is ₩156,428
₩240,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Meeting facility
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.0 star property
2.9 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (643)
"Really enjoyed the breakfast! Location was great and overall great stay! Hope to be back sometime in the next year coming up! "
United States
Omar
The price is ₩330,683
₩383,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Lobby
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
2.5 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1196)
"Modern decor, great restaurant, convenient to all attractions in San Diego."
United States
Nelson
The price is ₩238,162
₩343,343 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
View from property
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The staff was amazing, friendly, helpful and attentive. "
United States
Jan
The price is ₩163,926
₩203,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top San Diego Zoo Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Staff members were very helpful. Nice property."
Veronica 5-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Hotels near other San Diego Zoo attractions

Old Globe Theater featuring a garden and wildflowers

Old Globe Theater

You can enjoy a show at Old Globe Theater on your trip to San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.
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#BalboaPark #SanDiego #California O San Diego Museum of Man é um museu de antropologia. É apenas um dos muitos museus do Balboa Park. A fachada deste museu é magnífica com detalhes impressionantes. The San Diego Museum of Man is a museum of anthropology. It is just one of many museums in Balboa Park. The facade of this museum is magnificent with stunning details.
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Open Photo by Sérgio Veludo

San Diego Museum of Art

Art buffs and architecture enthusiasts alike will enjoy the most famous of Balboa Park’s cultural icons.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Zoo?
San Diego Zoo is located in an area of San Diego known for its array of dining options, bird watching, and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 124 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near San Diego Zoo?
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 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from San Diego Zoo. Other good choices within a few miles include Lafayette Hotel & Club and Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy.
How many hotels will I find near San Diego Zoo?
Expedia has 124 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Diego Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to San Diego Zoo.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near San Diego Zoo?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near San Diego Zoo, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near San Diego Zoo?
San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego Natural History Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum feature captivating exhibits. Hotel del Coronado, California Tower, and Casa de Balboa are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre, and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park if you're interested in local theater.