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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 1.7 km from American Plaza

Andrew

AED 198

AED 226 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

2.8 km from American Plaza

Guillaume

AED 716

AED 788 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 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.

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

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

0.2 km from American Plaza

Jeremy

AED 730

AED 1,154 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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.

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

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.1 km from American Plaza

Jessica

AED 162

AED 473 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Westgate Hotel

0.5 km from American Plaza

Chris

AED 565

AED 783 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

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.

6. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Halil

AED 1,084

AED 1,458 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

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

A spacious lobby with large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from American Plaza

Crystal

AED 949

AED 1,266 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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.

8. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 km from American Plaza

Karin

AED 380

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 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.

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

East Village, 1.3 km from American Plaza

Heather

AED 629

AED 858 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from American Plaza

Vasiliy

AED 904

AED 1,048 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 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

0.3 km from American Plaza

Thomas Stanley

AED 621

AED 721 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a sign reading "Best Western Plus" and a red-roofed tower.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a building with a red roof and a tower.

12. Best Western Plus Suites Hotel Coronado Island

2.4 km from American Plaza

Richard

AED 660

AED 726 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cozy outdoor seating area with a fireplace, cushioned seating, and potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, and a seating area with two chairs and a small table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and two large windows with curtains.

The entrance to the Young Men's Christian Association building with a grand arched doorway, columns, and a staircase leading up to the entrance.

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

0.2 km from American Plaza

ZHENG

AED 749

AED 869 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

14. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 0.8 km from American Plaza

Matthew

AED 496

AED 564 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 0.6 km from American Plaza

Shumaila

AED 625

AED 724 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

A grand hall with a checkered floor, ornate columns, and a large chandelier.

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

0.6 km from American Plaza

Justin

AED 846

AED 982 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Troy

AED 643

AED 746 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central wooden table, potted plants, and a large blue sculpture.

A hotel with multiple floors, a rooftop pool, and a central courtyard.

A restaurant with a glass enclosure, brick facade, and outdoor seating area.

A spacious lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen displaying a pool view.

18. Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from American Plaza

Ronna

AED 671

AED 948 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bar area with a marble column, white curtains, and a patterned bar counter.

A spacious lobby with a large sectional sofa, a bar area, and a dining space.

A grand hall with ornate wooden ceilings, large arched windows, and a central chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, marble columns, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

0.8 km from American Plaza

Steven

AED 625

AED 724 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Hard Rock Hotel with a prominent Hard Rock Cafe sign, a large marquee, and a modern building facade.

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, 1.3 km from American Plaza

Lizet De Luna

AED 604

AED 877 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to American Plaza

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 966 reviews	View
Crown City Inn	9.6 Exceptional 848 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 539 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,042 reviews	View

Top American Plaza Hotel Reviews

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

"Na"

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience for a baseball fan!"

Ash&9th

8/10 Good

"it was easy check-in and everyone was nice."

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good!"

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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

8.8/10 (22 reviews)

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A modern building with vertical lines and a large poster on the side.

San Diego Opera

7.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at San Diego Opera during your trip to San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene 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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Spreckels Theater

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Spreckels Theater during your stay in San Diego. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

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Pantoja Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of San Diego when you take a trip to Pantoja Park. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.

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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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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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San Diego Civic Theatre

8.0/10 (38 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around American Plaza?

American Plaza is located in a scenic area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 449 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to American Plaza?

Adjacent to American Plaza, 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 close by include Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and The Sofia Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to American Plaza?

Expedia has 449 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from American Plaza.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near American Plaza.

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

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near American Plaza, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near American Plaza?

You'll want to browse the collections at Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum. Sights like Hotel del Coronado, Star of India, and California Tower are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Old Globe Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to American Plaza?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near American Plaza is simple. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can learn about your water travel options at the local port.

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Our top choices for American Plaza hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. Crown City Inn

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

5. Westgate Hotel

6. Pendry San Diego

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

8. Gaslamp Hostel

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

10. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

12. Best Western Plus Suites Hotel Coronado Island

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

14. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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

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

18. Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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Top American Plaza Hotel Reviews

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Ash&9th

The Sofia Hotel

Other attractions near American Plaza

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

San Diego Opera

Music Box

Spreckels Theater

Pantoja Park

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Firehouse Museum

San Diego Civic Theatre

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