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 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

3 km from Whaley House Museum

Donavin

AED 426

AED 605 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a bench, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

A modern interior with wooden panel ceilings, patterned seating, and a central bar area.

A pathway leading to a building labeled "LEGACY Hotel."

2. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

2.3 km from Whaley House Museum

christopher

AED 595

AED 684 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

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

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

3. 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

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a well-lit courtyard, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.

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

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

4. 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

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

A modern lobby with wooden ceiling beams, comfortable seating with yellow cushions, a large wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a sunset.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

3 km from Whaley House Museum

MANUEL

AED 551

AED 634 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

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.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window.

A hotel room with a desk, two monitors, a printer, and a chair.

6. 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

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A garden with a sign indicating a lobby.

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

7. Old Town Inn

0.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Gene

AED 500

AED 574 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.

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

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

Old Town San Diego, 0.7 km from Whaley House Museum

Kristen

AED 528

AED 607 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

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

A bar area with three cocktails on a wooden bar counter.

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

9. Kings Inn San Diego

1.9 km from Whaley House Museum

james

AED 301

AED 345 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a dining area with multiple tables and chairs.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, multiple seating options, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Daniel

AED 447

AED 514 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern aquarium with a celestial-themed backdrop.

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

A spacious hotel lobby with a geometric patterned carpet, leather armchairs, a sofa, and a dining table. Large windows offer views of the outside.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

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

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

13. Sheraton San Diego Resort

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

James

AED 426

AED 676 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.

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

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a fireplace, and decorative wall art.

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

14. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Robyn

AED 514

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

15. Town and Country San Diego

2.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Nelly

AED 585

AED 799 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern outdoor fire feature with a glass enclosure, surrounded by a white wall.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple parking spaces.

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, a high ceiling with wooden beams, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A spacious indoor area with a pool, wooden tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

2.5 km from Whaley House Museum

Lilli

AED 437

AED 513 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

17. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Thao

AED 433

AED 500 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and a pool.

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

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Slawomir

AED 496

AED 571 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a view of a hillside.

A hotel room with a dining area, seating arrangement, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and TV.

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

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Edith

AED 564

AED 649 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.

A patio with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A round window with a view of a cityscape, palm trees, and a clear sky.

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego, < 0.1 km from Whaley House Museum

shon

AED 526

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed one night before Sea World visit. Room and the area is pretty clean, renovated, and well maintained. Included breakfast was nice and there is a second dining area outdoor. Parking was tight on main floor for SUV, but there is underground parking that fits better."

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent

"This place was great for our family! The breakfast had a large variety of items. Clean and the area felt safe."

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent

"I checked in efficiently. Property is on hotel circle so that was a great ease in navigating, both getting there by taxi and telling people where to meet me. In house bartender, I wish I remember her name was funny and cool. I'll stay there again if I pass through."

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

10/10 Excellent

"I Checked In The Clerk Was Very Helpful And Professional. He Got Me A Room Very Close To The Elevator Like I Requested Due My Handicap Status. I Definitely Like The Handicap Parking Right By The Elevator Too. Oh Yeah Room Was Very Clean And Like That Shower Was A Walk In Shower. I Actually Like The Breakfast With Waffles, Eggs, Sausage, Cereal, Oatmeal, Fruit, Juice And Coffee. I Definitely Liked The Gym, Pool & Jacuzzi. I Seriously Recommend This Awesome Hotel 💯."

Old Town Inn

10/10 Excellent

"There was continental breakfast daily. The staff were very friendly and helpful"

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

10/10 Excellent

"It was great. Can’t complain about anything"

Other attractions near Whaley House Museum

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

Heritage Park

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

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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. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

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

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

5. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

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

7. Old Town Inn

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

9. Kings Inn San Diego

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

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

12. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

13. Sheraton San Diego Resort

14. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

15. Town and Country San Diego

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

17. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

18. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

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

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Compare top hotels near Whaley House Museum

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

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

Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Best Western Seven Seas

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

Old Town Inn

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

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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