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Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
1.9 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great place to stay!"
Canada
Rose Marie JOy
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
2.5 km from Desert Garden
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"would definitely go back and stay there again "
United States
Kounwick
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (796)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Bar (on property)
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
1.8 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very clean with good staff and a great location! "
United States
D'Angelo
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"An excellent stay in an excellent area! Super clean and staff is very nice."
Canada
Emily
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1391)
"Amazing hotel, great staff and awesome food!"
United States
michael
The price is €224
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Front of property
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (639)
"Great stay"
United States
Angelica
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
2 km from Desert Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (870)
"beautiful hotel , amazing staff, & yummy breakfast!! "
United States
Makayla
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Rooftop terrace
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
East Village, 2.6 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (623)
"Great stay, and guy at help desk actually did help! "
United States
Aureliano
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Interior
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (544)
"Great location with clean, comfortable rooms. Amazing ambiance and professional staff. I would stay hear again."
United States
Anthony Michael
Gaslamp Hostel
Lobby
Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1018)
"Great hotel, excellent location, excellent view on rooftop!"
United States
Rajeev
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Lobby lounge
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The staff was amazing, friendly, helpful and attentive. "
United States
Jan
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Lobby
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Staff were great, location was convenient, comfortable bed and clean room. One complaint - the shower water wasn’t hot. "
United States
Hannah
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
View from room
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4.0 star property
Little Italy, 2.1 km from Desert Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (198)
"Great stay"
United States
Adilene
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Classic Studio | In-room dining
The Artifact Hotel

The Artifact Hotel

The Artifact Hotel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (45)
"Room was great, the hosts were fantastic and communicative. Absolutely will plan to stay here again in the future! "
United States
Aulani
The price is €225
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Artifact Hotel
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (888)
"Super pet friendly, amazing service, $20 daily credit to room is a nice touch!"
United States
Antonella
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Restaurant
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean hotel, friendly staff and great location right across from the cruise terminal!"
United States
Jeff
The price is €196
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
View from property
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
5.0 star property
2.3 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Good"
United States
Azarmidokht
The price is €291
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
Lobby
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1212)
"Perfect location, warm staff."
United States
Juan
The price is €211
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood
Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego
5.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The room was clean, tasteful, and quiet. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful time in Pendry."
United States
Tao
The price is €348
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Pendry San Diego
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Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing property."
Jesse 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Hotels near other Desert Garden attractions

Exploring the rich architecture and vibrant atmosphere of Balboa Park in San Diego, California during a sunny afternoon

Balboa Park

4.5/5 (8,094 reviews)
This huge city-centre park is home to a range of fantastic cultural institutions, and it’s also a lovely place for a walk.
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Fun day, and we got to see the King Tut Exhibit.
Photo by Ricardo Miranda
Open Photo by Ricardo Miranda

San Diego Natural History Museum

From ancient artifacts to rare gemstones to stunning artwork, learn about the natural world, past and present, in Balboa Park’s exceptional museum.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Desert Garden?
Desert Garden is located in an area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views, bird watching and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 96 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Desert Garden?
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Desert Garden. Other good choices within a few miles include Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy and Lafayette Hotel & Club.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Desert Garden?
Expedia has 96 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Desert Garden.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Desert Garden, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Desert Garden.
What can I see and do near Desert Garden?
Study the collections at San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Museum of Art or San Diego Air and Space Museum. Hotel del Coronado, Casa de Balboa and Star of India are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.