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

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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.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Donavin

AED 426

AED 605 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

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

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

2. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Andrew

AED 198

AED 226 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 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 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.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jeremy

AED 810

AED 1,245 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, the number 432 above it, and a brick-paved area in front.

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 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, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jessica

AED 184

AED 497 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

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

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

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

katie

AED 984

AED 1,131 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Veronica Dangerfield

AED 683

AED 792 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 lobby with a grand chandelier, plush blue sofas, and ornate decor.

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

7. Westgate Hotel

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Arlet

AED 590

AED 812 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 rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.

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.

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Shari

AED 1,046

AED 1,379 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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

9. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Halil

AED 1,084

AED 1,458 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Ross

AED 565

AED 757 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 modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

A cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.

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

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Bonnie

AED 621

AED 721 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A cozy lounge area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and lush tropical plants.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a decorative headboard, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Tamara

AED 731

AED 847 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

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

13. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Tiffany

AED 565

AED 783 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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 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

AED 383

AED 435 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a microwave.

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

15. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

AED 356

AED 882 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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.

A modern interior with a long wooden table, blue bar stools, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the street.

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

East Village, 2.5 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Heather

AED 629

AED 858 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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.

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Thomas Roy

AED 1,047

AED 1,387 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 hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Vasiliy

AED 1,043

AED 1,209 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 multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

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

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Matthew

AED 496

AED 564 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.

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

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Troy

AED 643

AED 746 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 220 reviews	View
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 967 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 541 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 196 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 2,055 reviews	View

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"A consistent stay for us when visiting San Diego."

Handlery Hotel

8/10 Good

"The room was dusty and had lots of spiderwebs the patio/ balcony was dirty full of leaves the carpet was not vacuumed and the bathroom tub was rusty"

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful, knowledgeable"

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A+"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent

"I got a bottle of Diet Coke from the vending machine, it didn’t show the price. It turned out to be $10 on my credit card transaction."

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

8/10 Good

"Not a bad hotel, the area around it is iffy, but that’s to be expected since it’s Hillcrest. The hotel doesn’t have anywhere to park your car out front to check in real quick so be prepared to park a little ways away to check in then park your car in its garage. Also if you have a truck or big car in general don’t even think about parking your car in the garage because good luck if you choose to. All in all though it ain’t a bad hotel for the price."

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

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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 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.

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

Expedia has 102 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near San Diego Natural History Museum?

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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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Our top choices for San Diego Natural History Museum hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Stay Classy Hostel

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

7. Westgate Hotel

8. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

9. Pendry San Diego

10. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

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

13. Hotel Z

14. Gaslamp Hostel

15. The Artifact Inn

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

17. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

19. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

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

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Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Handlery Hotel

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - 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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