The Best Hotels Closest to San Diego Natural History Museum 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 lounge area with a blue sofa, yellow armchair, and a coffee table with a book and a potted plant.

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Wai Kit

NT$1,709

NT$1,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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 reception desk with a glass top, a large window offering a view, and a potted plant.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Leriger

NT$3,746

NT$5,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Victor

NT$7,120

NT$10,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A cafe with outdoor seating, a sign reading "INFUSED DRINKS NATURE'S KITCHEN," and a "BREAKFAST @ Cafe21" sign.

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.

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Tracy

NT$2,580

NT$5,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

A lobby with a purple-lit ceiling, a large wall mural, and seating areas.

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

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Veronica Dangerfield

NT$5,084

NT$5,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

A checkered floor with round tables and chairs, a patterned ceiling, and large windows.

A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.

A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.

6. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Bryanna

NT$8,639

NT$9,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

7. Westgate Hotel

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

NT$5,982

NT$8,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a modern interior design.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the building's brick facade.

A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

8. 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

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

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

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

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

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Ruben

NT$4,984

NT$6,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

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

10. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Crystal

NT$5,797

NT$8,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

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

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Bonnie

NT$6,803

NT$7,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Michael

NT$6,930

NT$8,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

East Village, 2.5 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Heather

NT$5,164

NT$7,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

14. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Karin

NT$3,766

NT$4,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a wooden table set for four, including plates, glasses, and cutlery.

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

15. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

NT$3,734

NT$8,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 modern interior with a seating area, a bookshelf, and a view through large windows.

16. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Sarah

NT$5,001

NT$6,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a modern building with balconies.

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Thomas Roy

NT$10,063

NT$13,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Vasiliy

NT$9,289

NT$10,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Monica

NT$4,815

NT$5,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a menu stand, and a view of a street with palm trees and a building in the background.

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a large screen.

A modern lobby with a digital display wall, reception desks, and a spacious, well-lit area.

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.9 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jessica M

NT$5,942

NT$8,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

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Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 948 948 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 201 201 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 525 525 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 170 170 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	9.4 1204 1,204 reviews	View

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

The Neon Elm Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Neon Elm was such a pleasant find! It’s definitely not your typical, traditional hotel, and that’s honestly part of what makes it so charming. The atmosphere is cozy, quaint, and inviting, with a unique character that makes the experience feel much more personal than a standard hotel stay. I thoroughly enjoyed my time here and appreciated the comfortable, relaxed feel of the property. If you’re looking for something a little different from the usual hotel experience—somewhere with charm, personality, and a cozy atmosphere—The Neon Elm is definitely worth considering. I had a wonderful stay and would happily return!"

Lafayette Hotel & Club

8/10 Good

"Beautiful location, only negative was not recieving a text or email to reserve the pool For the next morning woke up wanting to lay by the pool and all the spots were Reserved yet no one was in any of the spots until around 9am."

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

10/10 Excellent

"great"

Best Western Seven Seas

8/10 Good

"Pretty decent hotel, my key stopped working for some reason, had to go to the front desk and no explanation was provided nor an apology for the inconvenience. Puddle of water outside the door of our room duringthe"

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was friendly and helpful. Everything was clean and properly maintained, loved the stay"

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We found this place for the price and the central A/C. The room was like a studio, but came equipped with everything needed. It was also very clean. Loved valet parking and the rooftop has great views of Gas lamp."

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente lugar, limpio, cómodo, y cerca de áreas de turismo."

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"What a cute little property to relax in and enjoy the area. Practically right next door, there was live music and lots of vibes in the evening and then we got to experience the great farmers market Saturday morning. Easily accessible from the airport with a quick bus ride and small walk to the hotel. Would love to stay again next time we're in the area."

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A colorful courtyard with a tiled floor, a bench, and a fountain.

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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.

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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.

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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. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

5. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

6. Lafayette Hotel & Club

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Pendry San Diego

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

10. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

11. Springhill Suites 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. The Artifact Inn

16. Hotel Z

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

The Neon Elm Hotel

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Best Western Seven Seas

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

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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