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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 interior with concrete walls, wooden beams, and a central planter with plants.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.9 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Donavin

AED 426

AED 605 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

2. Stay Classy Hostel

1.8 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Dylan

AED 238

AED 271 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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

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

1.6 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Nirmeen

AED 747

AED 1,134 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern indoor space with a central reflective sculpture, surrounded by planters and a brick wall.

A modern interior with a staircase, glass doors, and decorative lighting.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a vanity, and a chandelier.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, a second-floor balcony, and a visible church in the background.

4. Hotel Narcissus

3 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Gene

AED 248

AED 649 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

5. Westgate Hotel

1.5 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Arlet

AED 514

AED 724 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a sign indicating elevators to parking and a street.

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

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Veronica Dangerfield

AED 529

AED 613 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'PENDR' sign, large windows, and a corner entrance.

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

7. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.1 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Vasilios

AED 1,084

AED 1,458 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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 large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

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.

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

James

AED 702

AED 980 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

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.

9. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

1.6 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Jessica

AED 143

AED 450 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

10. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Marina District, 2 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Kelane

AED 523

AED 709 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and abundant indoor 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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.5 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Alisha

AED 731

AED 847 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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.

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Karin

AED 354

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 black refrigerator, and a microwave.

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

13. The Artifact Inn

1.6 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Chris

AED 383

AED 915 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hotel Z' sign, a staircase, and a large window.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

14. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.9 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Sarah

AED 432

AED 629 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

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.

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.

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

1.9 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Nathan

AED 690

AED 927 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel with a prominent circular tower and a glass facade.

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

16. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marina District, 2.4 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Thomas Roy

AED 1,028

AED 1,366 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 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 modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.1 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Chen

AED 799

AED 926 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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 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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.1 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Troy

AED 634

AED 735 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

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

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

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.5 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Matthew

AED 496

AED 564 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Automotive Museum

Christopher

AED 639

AED 918 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 231 reviews	View
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 979 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 547 reviews	View
Hotel Narcissus	9.4 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,057 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near San Diego Automotive Museum

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a dark cabinet, a beige coffee table, and a blue sofa.

A hotel corridor with glass doors, potted plants, and a blue carpet.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage and cookies.

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Downtown San Diego

AED 496

AED 575 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Downtown San Diego

AED 496

AED 564 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor café with red chairs and white tables, surrounded by buildings with balconies and flags.

A bathroom with a shower curtain, a towel rack, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with grey doors, a wooden floor, and a colorful wall mural.

Urban Boutique Hotel

Downtown San Diego

AED 451

AED 513 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a fire escape.

A lobby with a seating area featuring two armchairs and a table, a decorative wall, and a chandelier.

A Starbucks with a modern interior, including a wooden wall and a counter with a coffee machine.

The Sofia Hotel

Downtown San Diego

AED 513

AED 684 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Downtown San Diego

AED 574

AED 666 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious living area with a grand piano, comfortable seating, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

The exterior of The Bristol hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

Downtown San Diego

AED 555

AED 644 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a fire pit.

A spacious lobby with large windows, modern pendant lighting, and a herringbone patterned floor.

An indoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a central fire feature, and ambient lighting.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Downtown San Diego

AED 454

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a wooden floor.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and candles, surrounded by chairs.

A reception desk with a sign reading "THE BEAU" and a sign indicating hotel amenities.

A bar area with a marble backsplash, green bar stools, and overhead lighting.

The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

Downtown San Diego

AED 390

AED 444 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

Top San Diego Automotive Museum Hotel Reviews

Ash&9th

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was extremely nice and very helpful."

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

8/10 Good

"Very bad internet"

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"The elevator!!!! Amazing"

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

8/10 Good

"Great location!"

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"The room was clean, staff very helpful, breakfast was great. The pool area was under construction (only miss). Hotel is at the top of a steep inclined road."

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was beautiful the staff very friendly/helpful"

San Diego Downtown Lodge

8/10 Good

"Clean rooms, a bit dated but everything worked. The neighborhood is a bit sketch but only a few blocks from the trolley. Easy freeway access."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Automotive Museum?

San Diego Automotive Museum is located in a historic area of San Diego known for its array of dining options and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 361 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to San Diego Automotive Museum?

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from San Diego Automotive Museum. Other good choices close by include Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego and Ash&9th.

How many hotels will I find near San Diego Automotive Museum?

Expedia has 361 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Diego Automotive Museum.

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near San Diego Automotive Museum.

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What can I see and do near San Diego Automotive Museum?

Study the collections at San Diego Air and Space Museum, San Diego Natural History Museum, or Maritime Museum of San Diego. While you're exploring, swing by Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, and California Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre, and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

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Our top choices for San Diego Automotive Museum hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Stay Classy Hostel

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Hotel Narcissus

5. Westgate Hotel

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Pendry San Diego

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

9. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

10. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

12. Gaslamp Hostel

13. The Artifact Inn

14. Hotel Z

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

16. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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Hotels recommended for families near San Diego Automotive Museum

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Urban Boutique Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

Top San Diego Automotive Museum Hotel Reviews

Ash&9th

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

San Diego Downtown Lodge

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San Diego Air and Space Museum

Japanese Friendship Garden

Museum of Us

San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum

House of Pacific Relations International Cottages

World Beat Center

WorldBeat Cultural Center

Centro Cultural de la Raza

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