The Best Hotels Closest to Whaley House 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.

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

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

An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a wooden staircase, and potted plants.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3 km from Whaley House Museum

Donavin

AED 426

AED 605 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern kitchen with a 'Hampton Waffle' sign, a 'Happy Breakfast Starts Here' sign, and a view into the dining area.

A modern building with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating, a chessboard, and a checkered game board.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a palm tree.

A modern lounge area with seating and a flat-screen TV.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Evelin

AED 559

AED 642 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and city skyline.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and a television screen.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

3.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Jaycie Nicole

AED 683

AED 785 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

A spacious hotel lobby with a mix of seating arrangements, including a sofa, round tables, and chairs.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a fire feature.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

3 km from Whaley House Museum

MANUEL

AED 546

AED 628 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A breakfast station with a flat-top griddle, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating fresh pancakes are available.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, two patterned armchairs, a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, and a small kitchenette area.

5. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Patricia

AED 562

AED 646 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a "Bienvenidos" sign, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

A garden with a sign indicating a lobby.

A hotel bathroom with a mirror, a vase of flowers, a coffee maker, and a towel dispenser.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

6. Old Town Inn

0.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Gene

AED 460

AED 528 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a park with trees and a statue.

A rustic wooden building with a covered patio area, surrounded by potted plants and a barrel.

A restaurant with striped wallpaper, wooden tables, and chairs.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and decorative elements like a large mirror and a chandelier.

7. Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

Old Town San Diego, 0.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Nicole

AED 584

AED 658 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A lobby with a stone wall, blue sofa, purple chairs, and a patterned rug.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a counter, and a mural on the wall.

A hotel pool area with a circular pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

8. Kings Inn San Diego

1.9 km from Whaley House Museum

JOSE LUIS

AED 301

AED 345 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Daniel

AED 392

AED 450 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, and a large window with curtains.

A retail store interior with a wine cooler, snack shelves, and a decorative wooden stand.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

A stationary exercise bike with a digital display, positioned on a black mat in a room with a large window and sheer curtains.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Edith

AED 621

AED 714 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling and multiple hanging spherical light fixtures.

An outdoor patio area with a central fountain, string lights, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego, 0.7 km from Whaley House Museum

Kristen

AED 530

AED 610 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a brick walkway.

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A modern aquarium with a celestial-themed backdrop.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

Chase

AED 625

AED 718 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, palm trees, and a white building with multiple windows and balconies.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a decorative ceiling, and a view of the outside.

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

A bar area with multiple wine bottles, a menu board, and bar stools.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Jeremy

AED 514

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and dumbbells, with a TV on the wall and large windows.

A room with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks and a beverage refrigerator.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.

14. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Jesus

AED 375

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and modern lighting fixtures.

A snack and beverage vending area with a refrigerator and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern reception desk with a woman standing behind it, a large digital display, and a sign for 'Haightay Inn Express'.

A hotel reception desk with two monitors, a coffee machine, and a potted plant.

15. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

2.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Regina

AED 466

AED 536 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

A hotel lobby with a long bar, yellow and red chairs, wooden decor, and a TV on the wall.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign that reads "Welcome to San Diego," and framed pictures on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hampton Inn' sign, featuring a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance area.

16. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Slawomir

AED 496

AED 571 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs arranged on a grassy lawn, overlooking a body of water with a sailboat in the distance.

A marina with boats docked, a large white yacht, and a sunset in the background.

A modern restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring geometric wall panels, patterned flooring, and contemporary pendant lighting.

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

James

AED 426

AED 676 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a pool in the background.

A modern restaurant with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables. There are hanging lights and a variety of plants.

A hotel with a large pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a well-lit building facade.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, leather armchairs, and a reception desk.

18. Town and Country San Diego

2.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Nelly

AED 625

AED 845 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A spacious lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.

19. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Thao

AED 433

AED 500 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".

A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.

20. Handlery Hotel

2.2 km from Whaley House Museum

Shane Allen

AED 368

AED 423 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent

"helpful staff."

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

8/10 Good

"The staff was very helpful"

Old Town Western Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in a quiet neighborhood, close to public transportation."

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome stay"

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A historic street with a sign for 'Senius Cottage' and a flagpole.

Heritage Park

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

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A bustling outdoor market with red umbrellas, a sign for Casa de Aguirre, and people walking around.

Old Town San Diego State Park

9.0/10 (7,371 reviews)

You can take time to visit Old Town San Diego State Park during your travels to San Diego. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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African American World History Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at African American World History Museum during your travels in San Diego. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

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Cygnet Theater Company

Enjoy a performance at Cygnet Theater Company, a theater with a story to tell in San Diego. Wander the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Red Spade Theater

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Red Spade Theater, a theater with a story to tell in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Casa de Estudillo

You can study the exhibits at Casa de Estudillo, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Mason Street School

Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mason Street School. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

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McCoy Museum House

You can study the exhibits at McCoy Museum House, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whaley House Museum?

Whaley House Museum is located in San Diego. This historic area is known for its beautiful ocean views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Whaley House Museum?

Adjacent to Whaley House Museum, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld and Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley.

How many hotels are there near Whaley House Museum?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Whaley House Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whaley House Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Whaley House Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Whaley House Museum?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Whaley House Museum, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Whaley House Museum?

Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Museum of Art feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Star of India, California Tower, and Casa de Balboa are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Old Globe Theater, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, and San Diego Civic Theatre.

How can I get to Whaley House Museum?

If you're taking a train into town, Old Town Transit Center is the closest station to Old Town San Diego. There may not be many public transit options to choose from near by Whaley House Museum so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Whaley House Museum hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

4. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

5. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

6. Old Town Inn

7. Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

8. Kings Inn San Diego

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

13. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

14. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

15. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

16. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

18. Town and Country San Diego

19. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

20. Handlery Hotel

Compare top hotels near Whaley House Museum

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Old Town Western Inn & Suites

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Other attractions near Whaley House Museum

Heritage Park

Old Town San Diego State Park

African American World History Museum

Cygnet Theater Company

Red Spade Theater

Casa de Estudillo

Mason Street School

McCoy Museum House

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