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

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

A modern conference room with a wooden floor, white chairs, and a long table.

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from Waterfront Park

Wai Kit

₩72,657

₩82,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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.

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

2. Crown City Inn

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Mondi

₩236,135

₩259,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A modern interior with concrete walls, wooden beams, and a central planter with 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

1.4 km from Waterfront Park

omokayode

₩149,927

₩214,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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.

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Victor

₩302,738

₩463,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, the number 432 above it, and a brick-paved area in front.

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.

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.6 km from Waterfront Park

Jessica

₩72,281

₩187,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A spacious bar/lounge area with leather seating, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

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

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

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Veronica Dangerfield

₩216,626

₩251,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

7. Westgate Hotel

1 km from Waterfront Park

Chris

₩254,367

₩341,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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 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.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Melinda

₩397,111

₩534,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, two patterned armchairs, a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, and a small kitchenette area.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel lobby with patterned sofas, armchairs, and a central coffee table.

9. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Faleoalii Iereneo

₩208,652

₩239,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from Waterfront Park

Michael

₩294,665

₩341,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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 a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

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

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Joshua

₩186,688

₩253,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A dining area with round tables set for a formal event, large windows offering a view of the city, and elegant floral arrangements.

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.

12. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Bonnie

₩277,305

₩322,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

13. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Daniel

₩370,013

₩492,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a counter with various kitchen tools.

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".

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

14. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Karin

₩139,259

₩158,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 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 modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

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

15. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Sarah

₩199,592

₩278,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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 large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

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

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

16. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 2 km from Waterfront Park

Crystal

₩235,732

₩334,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden floors, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

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

17. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Chris

₩121,095

₩311,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of buildings.

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

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

East Village, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

Heather

₩209,198

₩289,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a beige sofa with a red pillow, a floor lamp, and a small white table.

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

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Traci

₩348,485

₩403,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.

A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Kathryn

₩170,879

₩194,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 946 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 827 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 197 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 519 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 164 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

8/10 Good

"Paying an additional $40 per night for parking is somewhat obnoxious. Smoke alarm began to chirp at 1:30 am, which lead to a restless night."

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff and great locarion"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. The hotel is very beautiful and the landscaping in the pool area is gorgeous. The one drawback at the pool area was the overly loud music. It’s nice to have background sounds, but that’s where they should be in the background. It was sometimes hard to have a conversation without yelling. Also the air conditioning is way too cold. It was like a freezer in the lobby. The staff was friendly, professional and extremely helpful."

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed my stay and will be back on my next trip to San Diego."

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location Easy one block walk to Little Italy"

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

8/10 Good

"Clean room"

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

8/10 Good

"Very beautiful! Not very bag convenient, but the door staff made the experience much better handling the bags up and down the stairs. Other than that overall clean and esthetically pleasing"

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Within walking distance to Santa Fe train station and the waterfront. Right next to Little Italy."

Other attractions near Waterfront Park

A tall ship named STAR OF INDIA docked in a harbor with a city skyline 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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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 beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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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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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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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Broadway Pier

Explore the waterfront in San Diego with a trip to Broadway Pier. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waterfront Park?

Waterfront Park is located in a welcoming area of San Diego known for its popular zoo and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 376 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Waterfront Park?

Adjacent to Waterfront Park, 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 Waterfront Park?

Expedia has 376 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Waterfront Park.

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

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Waterfront Park.

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

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Waterfront Park, click here.

What can I see and do near Waterfront Park?

Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum feature captivating exhibits. Hotel del Coronado, Star of India, and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

How can I get to Waterfront Park?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Waterfront Park is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can learn about options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for Waterfront Park hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. Crown City Inn

3. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Pendry San Diego

9. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

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

11. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

12. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

13. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

14. Gaslamp Hostel

15. Hotel Z

16. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

17. The Artifact Inn

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

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

20. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

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Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Porto Vista Hotel Downtown

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Other attractions near Waterfront Park

Maritime Museum of San Diego

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Star of India

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Music Box

Firehouse Museum

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

Broadway Pier

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