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 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.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from Waterfront Park

Dylan

₩85,736

₩97,525 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.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Donavin

₩153,625

₩218,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Nirmeen

₩252,397

₩389,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

4. Crown City Inn

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Kate

₩232,202

₩255,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.6 km from Waterfront Park

Audrey

₩51,347

₩162,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A rooftop terrace with white sofas, a fountain, and potted plants.

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.

6. Westgate Hotel

1 km from Waterfront Park

Arlet

₩201,308

₩279,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A buffet with labeled containers of turkey sausage and cookies.

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 modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window.

A hotel room with a desk, two monitors, a printer, and a chair.

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

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Patricia

₩202,433

₩232,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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

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

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Kelane

₩178,617

₩243,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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

9. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Edgar

₩246,095

₩285,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

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

10. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Thomas Roy

₩377,081

₩499,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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.

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.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Chen

₩325,546

₩377,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

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

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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from Waterfront Park

Alisha

₩263,295

₩305,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

East Village, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

Nathan

₩203,968

₩282,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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 variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

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

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

14. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Karin

₩136,939

₩155,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings and a bridge in the distance.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a patterned wall, and a long corridor leading to a bright area with a view.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a cityscape at sunset.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a view of the surrounding cityscape and waterfront.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 0.7 km from Waterfront Park

Nicole

₩201,308

₩233,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of boats in the background.

16. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Marina District, 1.2 km from Waterfront Park

Sarah

₩234,548

₩344,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

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

17. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Mariusz

₩194,203

₩224,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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

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

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.8 km from Waterfront Park

Troy

₩190,062

₩220,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A large, historic hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard, and a prominent entrance.

A grand lobby with a large chandelier, marble flooring, and potted plants.

A lobby with a blue sofa, a white armchair, and a glass coffee table. There are large columns and a staircase in the background.

A modern interior with a dining area, a wicker chair, and a staircase.

19. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

1.1 km from Waterfront Park

Justin

₩313,969

₩364,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern lounge area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a bar area with a patterned wall and hanging lights.

A multi-level bar area with a check-in/out sign, a staircase, and a variety of bottles displayed on shelves.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, a table, and a stack of wooden blocks.

A dimly lit bar area with a brick wall, a curved staircase, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

20. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Kari

₩145,077

₩180,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 981 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 234 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 549 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 872 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 212 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were amazing! Location was great. Room was clean"

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was very nice! Great location, very friendly staff. Check in was very fast! The hotel room was super clean and had a great view of the city! I would definitely recommend staying at this hotel!"

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"Coffee"

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"

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."

Other attractions near Waterfront Park

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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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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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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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 385 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 385 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 California Tower 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 Old Globe Theater.

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. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Crown City Inn

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

6. Westgate Hotel

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

8. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

9. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

10. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

11. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

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

14. Gaslamp Hostel

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

16. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

17. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

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

19. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

20. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Pendry San Diego

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

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

American Plaza

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