The Best Hotels Closest to Waterfront Park in San Diego for 2026

Our top choices for Waterfront Park hotels

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

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 1.6 km from Waterfront Park

Fabrizio

AED 574 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

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

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Alexander

AED 710 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Colleen

AED 917 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from Waterfront Park

Adriana leticia

AED 239 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Christine

AED 830 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.7 km from Waterfront Park

Allen

AED 755 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

Alexander

AED 1,170 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

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

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

0.5 km from Waterfront Park

SHADI

AED 1,288 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

Crown City Inn

3.1 km from Waterfront Park

Bridget

AED 770 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

Westgate Hotel

1 km from Waterfront Park

Juan J

AED 872 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Debora

AED 701 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

0.4 km from Waterfront Park

Erandeni

AED 677 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.2 km from Waterfront Park

Jayden

AED 847 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 0.7 km from Waterfront Park

Maria

AED 822 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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

0.7 km from Waterfront Park

Yachun

AED 762 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.4 km from Waterfront Park

Benjamin

AED 476 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

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

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

1.5 km from Waterfront Park

Nitesh

AED 1,179 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jul - 31 Jul

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

0.6 km from Waterfront Park

Sarah

AED 834 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 1.3 km from Waterfront Park

Sydney

AED 564 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

East Village, 1.9 km from Waterfront Park

BRENDA

AED 858 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 68 reviews	View
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 173 reviews	View
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,021 reviews	View
Stay Classy Hostel	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 893 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,128 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Courteous staff. Beautiful room. Nice exercise room. Needed a recline bike though. Husband has Parkinson’s & cannot do treadmill but bike is important. Coffee in room was special delight. TV was nice & all channels offered were too. Convenient location to many places."

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

10/10 Excellent

"We chose to come back and stay here for an our last 5 days in San Diego because of the location and the people who worked there. The location is so walkable to the bay, downtown, little Italy is literally at your doorstep but the people who worked here became family to us they were all so beautiful behind the bar and at reception. The area is clean and quiet. We had a king bed that was very comfortable. Large bathroom and balcony with a view of the bay. Our only real feedback would be it would be great to have a set of plates, cups and cutlery in the room and to have the room serviced regularly during our stay but we loved our stay and were very grateful for the people we met ❤️"

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We've been here twice now and really enjoy this hotel. Yes, it's expensive, but it has a decent hot breakfast, a credit that you can use at New York West or JR's Grill for dinner, a 2 minute walk to the Seaport Village trolley station, and within 15 minutes driving distance of Sea World and the San Diego Zoo. It's also walking distance to USS Midway and Gaslamp, although Gaslamp is just 2 trolley stops away. Note we only have 1 small child but he really enjoyed sleeping in the pull out couch. We've stayed on both the harbor and city view sides. Yes, you can slightly here the train signals on the city view side. However, it gets drowned out with the AC and my kid loves trains, thus city view was actually preferred. Finally, we did get charged $12 for the 2 bottles of Fiji water. However, when I called the hotel to inform them about this, they quickly credited my credit card. Perhaps there's better options in San Diego but Embassy Suites works for us!"

Hotels near other Waterfront Park attractions

A tall ship named STAR OF INDIA docked in a harbor with a city skyline in the background.

Maritime Museum of San Diego

9.0/10 (392 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maritime Museum of San Diego during your travels in San Diego. In the area, take in the acclaimed art scene and beautiful sunsets.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waterfront Park?

Waterfront Park is located in a welcoming area of San Diego known for its popular zoo and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 334 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Waterfront Park?

Adjacent to Waterfront Park, 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 within a short distance include The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection and Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Waterfront Park?

Expedia has 334 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Waterfront Park.

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

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Waterfront Park.

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

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Waterfront Park, click here.

What can I see and do near Waterfront Park?

USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and San Diego Air and Space Museum feature captivating exhibits. Hotel del Coronado, Star of India, and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

How can I get to Waterfront Park?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Waterfront Park is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot. You can learn about options for water transportation at the port.

Find hotels near Waterfront Park, San Diego from AED 239

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Our top choices for Waterfront Park hotels

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Stay Classy Hostel

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Hotel Z

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

Crown City Inn

Westgate Hotel

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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

Gaslamp Hostel

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront Park

Top Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

Hotels near other Waterfront Park attractions

Maritime Museum of San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Hotels near popular San Diego Attractions

Hotels in top Downtown San Diego neighborhoods

Other Hotels near Waterfront Park, Downtown San Diego

More Hotel Options in Waterfront Park

Explore more hotels