The entrance to the Natural History Museum with a grand staircase leading up to the doors.

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Our top choices for San Diego Natural History Museum hotels

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (998 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean environment"
United States
Silvestre
Stay Classy Hostel
A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"Excellent location, near little Italy, zoo and airport. Be aware that you are near airport so expect more noise than normal"
United States
Willie
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
4.5 star property
2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (567 reviews)
"Super nice amenities - would stay again. Great location"
United States
Nirmeen
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
A modern lobby with a herringbone-patterned wall, a central chandelier, and a seating area with a sunburst-patterned backdrop.

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
1.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,271 reviews)
"Nice accommodations"
United States
Michael
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
A rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.

5. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,429 reviews)
"great hotel, very clean"
United States
Amber
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
A luxurious room with a beige sofa, two round tables, and four chairs.

6. Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,097 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed, beautiful lobby, and the room cleanliness was impeccable."
United States
Bet
Westgate Hotel
A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

7. Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego
5.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice property in the downtown."
United States
Vasilios
Pendry San Diego
A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

8. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (230 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Audrey
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.5 star property
Marina District, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,001 reviews)
"Great, accommodating staff. Beautiful hotel and location!"
United States
Celina
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, overlooking a body of water.

10. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.5 star property
2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,060 reviews)
"Very close to little Italy so there’s plenty of things to eat and explore"
United States
Tuong-vy
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Good Life Vacation Rental Resort

Good Life Vacation Rental Resort
2.0 star property
3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Great place for families to stay. Staff was friendly and helpful. We stayed mid week, and property was quiet and relaxing. We were minutes away from Balboa Park, and Coronado."
United States
Andrea
Good Life Vacation Rental Resort
An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (745 reviews)
"Great location too"
United States
Divya
Gaslamp Hostel
A building with a stone facade, large windows, and a sign reading "Granger-Block 4".

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

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (973 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
natalia
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and decorative hanging lights.

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

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
4.0 star property
East Village, 2.5 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,097 reviews)
"Great location with great staff"
United States
Christopher
The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, overlooking a body of water and a modern building with large windows.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.0 star property
2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms and friendly staff! Would stay here again!"
United States
Emma
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
A narrow hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

16. The Artifact Inn

The Artifact Inn
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Great location, nice room!"
United States
Chris
The Artifact Inn
A hotel fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight machines.

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

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,493 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Alexis
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
An outdoor bar area with seating and a pool.

18. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,601 reviews)
"Great place to stay especially if visiting for a concert!"
United States
Luis
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge areas, and palm trees.

19. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
4.0 star property
Marina District, 3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,234 reviews)
"Nice comfortable resort style hotel with lots to do and see."
United States
Thomas Roy
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.

20. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,035 reviews)
"Nice spot to stay downtown"
United States
Ricardo
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
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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Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.
Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
998 reviews
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A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
246 reviews
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A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
567 reviews
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A modern lobby with a herringbone-patterned wall, a central chandelier, and a seating area with a sunburst-patterned backdrop.
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,271 reviews
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A rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,429 reviews
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Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

8/10 Good
"Lovely staff. Very helpful. Location was great for what we needed. Loose tap in basin needs looking at. On a double occupancy only one complementary drink was given to use in the bar. Would have been nice to get two. Probably would have stayed and drunk more."
WAYNE 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Sofia Hotel

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What's the area like around San Diego Natural History Museum?
San Diego Natural History Museum is located in an area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views, array of dining options, and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 102 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to San Diego Natural History Museum?
The Neon Elm Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and in-room refrigerators. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from San Diego Natural History Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Wyndham San Diego Bayside and Best Western Seven Seas.
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What can I see and do near San Diego Natural History Museum?
San Diego Air and Space Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and USS Midway Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, and Casa de Balboa. You can check out the local talent at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre, and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

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