The Best Hotels Closest to San Diego Natural History Museum in San Diego for 2026

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Our top choices for San Diego Natural History Museum hotels

Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Wai Kit

NT$1,704

NT$1,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

omokayode

NT$3,386

NT$4,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, City View (Self check-in) | Living area | 37-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV

3. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jessica

NT$2,572

NT$5,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Bay View (QueenBed) (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Balcony view

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Victor

NT$7,099

NT$10,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

5. Westgate Hotel

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Frank

NT$5,965

NT$8,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

6. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Melinda

NT$9,968

NT$13,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

7. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Ruben

NT$4,673

NT$6,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View (Corner) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

8. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Bonnie

NT$6,499

NT$7,548 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Shared fridge, shared microwave, stovetop, toaster

9. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Karin

NT$3,129

NT$3,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

10. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Crystal

NT$5,780

NT$8,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

2 outdoor pools, open 6 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

11. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Daniel

NT$9,307

NT$12,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Michael

NT$6,909

NT$8,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

13. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Juan

NT$5,924

NT$8,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Traci

NT$8,662

NT$10,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Deluxe King Suite with View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

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

East Village, 2.5 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Heather

NT$5,158

NT$7,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

RheaAnn

NT$4,800

NT$5,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (1 Queen and 1 Sofabed) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

17. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Kathryn

NT$4,259

NT$4,845 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Grand Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

18. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Marina District, 3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Steven

NT$6,962

NT$9,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View (Balcony) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

19. The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Laura

NT$7,225

NT$9,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

20. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Samantha

NT$4,744

NT$5,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 946 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 200 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 166 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 523 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,034 reviews	View

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"Here for a vacation and this spot was fantastic. Such a great central location. Perfect for walking to Little Italy or even the Gas Lamp. Even a decent walk to the zoo. Beautiful views of the harbor and easy access to the Coronado shuttle"

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"Bathroom toilet was not cleaned very well since there were remaining pee splashes on the lid and the living room lights were still quite dusty."

The Neon Elm Hotel

8/10 Good

"The good: Pretty straightforward. Looks like the photos. Clean. Good for a solo trip. Very responsive staff. Great location, easy walk to Balboa Park and this great restaurant, Books + Records. There’s a microwave and fridge, which is great for heating up leftovers. Challenges: -There’s no elevator, so if you have a room on the second floor, you have to bring your bags up the stairs. The front desk attendant will help you if they’re there, but there isn’t always a front desk attendant. -No central AC. Window unit takes a while to cool the room down. -A lot of unhoused folks in the neighborhood. They’re mostly harmless, but ladies and femmes might get catcalled. Be alert. -Bed is uncomfortable."

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great location. Staff was super helpful and checked in on us everyday. Will definitely stay here again!"

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A detailed model of a town with a church, train tracks, and a bridge.

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A symmetrical garden with a central reflecting pool, palm trees, and classical architecture.

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A gallery with classical paintings on display.

Museum of Photographic Arts

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A desert landscape with large cacti and sparse trees.

Desert Garden

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A garden with a pond, colorful flowers, palm trees, and a large building with a dome.

Botanical Building

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An art gallery with pink walls and ceiling, featuring classical paintings and a central table.

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Frequently asked questions

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 105 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 Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and Wyndham San Diego Bayside.

How many hotels can I expect to find near San Diego Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 105 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Diego Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near San Diego Natural History Museum.

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What can I see and do near San Diego Natural History Museum?

Fleet Science Center, San Diego Museum of Art, and San Diego Air and Space 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 San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

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Our top choices for San Diego Natural History Museum hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

4. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

5. Westgate Hotel

6. Pendry San Diego

7. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

8. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

9. Gaslamp Hostel

10. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

11. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

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

13. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

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

17. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

18. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

19. The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

20. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

The Neon Elm Hotel

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

Other attractions near San Diego Natural History Museum

Fleet Science Center

Spanish Village Art Center

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Casa de Balboa

Museum of Photographic Arts

Desert Garden

Botanical Building

Timken Museum of Art

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