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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, (1,061 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and had very friendly staff. Location was amazing."
United States
Brenda
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Bar (on property)

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
1.8 km from Desert Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Best value in town. Very happy with the place"
United States
zhi
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Desert Garden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,653 reviews)
"Breakfast was really good and the staff supplied it constantly "
United States
Julia
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown by IHG
Terrace/patio

Best Western Downtown San Diego

Best Western Downtown San Diego
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Desert Garden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (948 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great breakfast"
United States
shayan
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Best Western Downtown San Diego
Superior Double Room Single Use, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio

Ash&9th

Ash&9th
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Desert Garden
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (517 reviews)
"Great location as we could walk to Balboa Park, zoo, port etc."
Australia
Jocelyn
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Ash&9th
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View

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, (1,366 reviews)
"Was a great hotel. Great area right by all the recreational areas would recommend"
United States
Ernesto
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
View from room

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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (526 reviews)
"Location is great! Really good stay for an experience in downtown San Diego "
United States
Umberto
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (830 reviews)
"I really liked being there very comfortable"
Mexico
WA Valencia alvarez
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay Classy Hostel
Elite Studio Suite | Private kitchenette

Balboa Park Hotel

Balboa Park Hotel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Desert Garden
7.8 out of 10, Good, (557 reviews)
"Great for an overnight- comfy bed, clean bathroom, big TV"
United States
Dolores
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Balboa Park Hotel
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room

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, (966 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was amazing "
United States
Katie
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Bar (on property)

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Hotel decor is amazing! We also purchased breakfast which was delicious and a great way to start our day. Vents in the room should be cleaned more regularly. Homelessness is an area problem, but that's more of a city issue. We would stay at this property again."
United States
David
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Front of property

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, (701 reviews)
"Super cute boutique hotel. I loved how it was decorated, the rooms were clean, and walkable distance to restaurants."
United States
Camryn
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio

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, (138 reviews)
"Clean nice place to stay at"
United States
Luis
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Lobby sitting area

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
2.5 star property
Hillcrest, 2 km from Desert Garden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (333 reviews)
"It is a clean place to stay and budget friendly. Unfortunately the noise from the road can make it hard to sleep."
United States
Afia
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Restaurant

The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
3.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (688 reviews)
"Staff , location and room service was great "
United States
Brian
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
The Beau Hotel Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
Interior entrance

Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful place "
United States
jamie
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Westgate Hotel
View from property

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel and staff. Greatest stay ever."
United States
Nicole
The price is €266
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
Lobby lounge

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff and beautiful hotel. "
United States
Deyci
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Rooftop terrace

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Desert Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (829 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Ethan
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown

Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Desert Garden
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel has a great location, you a find many shops nearby just walking distance. The staff is friendly and the room was clean. "
United States
Edgar
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
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Compare popular hotels close to Desert Garden

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,061 reviews
View
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
830 reviews
View
Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
138 reviews
View
Rooftop terrace
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
829 reviews
View
Interior entrance
Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View

Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

6/10 Okay
"Not worth the money"
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Best Western Seven Seas

Hotels near other Desert Garden attractions

Balboa Park

4.6/5 (14,630 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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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 89 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 Hard Rock Hotel San Diego and Best Western Seven Seas.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Desert Garden?
Expedia has 89 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 USS Midway Museum, San Diego Natural History Museum or San Diego Air and Space Museum. Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and Casa de Balboa are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.