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A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.

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.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

omokayode

€133

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

A modern conference room with a wooden floor, white chairs, and a long table.

A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, yellow armchair, and a coffee table with a book and a potted plant.

2. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Wai Kit

€53

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

A high-rise building with a view of a harbor and sailboats.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a leather sofa, a coffee table with a board game, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern lobby with seating areas, large windows, and indoor plants.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Victor

€296

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign at the top, and a well-lit facade.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, leather seating, multiple tables, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A lobby with a purple-lit ceiling, a large wall mural, and seating areas.

A spacious bar/lounge area with leather seating, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

1.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Veronica Dangerfield

€160

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, the number 432 above it, and a brick-paved area in front.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a round red rug, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Jessica

€140

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

A rooftop terrace with white sofas, a fountain, and potted plants.

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, plush blue sofas, and ornate decor.

A fountain with multiple water jets in a courtyard with seating and potted plants.

6. Westgate Hotel

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

€218

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.

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

A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

7. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Edgar

€246

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a modern interior design.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'PENDR' sign, large windows, and a corner entrance.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the building's brick facade.

A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

8. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Melinda

€341

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen in the background.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and barrels, string lights, and a grill.

A spacious living area with a brick wall, wooden flooring, and large windows.

A spacious kitchen with a long wooden table, benches, and a brick wall.

9. Good Life Vacation Rental Resort

3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Andrea

€280

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.

A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."

10. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Joshua

€172

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, a green leather sofa, a red leather sofa, and a wooden railing with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a counter with various kitchen tools.

11. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Karin

€102

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hotel Z' sign, a staircase, and a large window.

A modern interior with a seating area, a bookshelf, and a view through large windows.

A narrow alleyway with yellow buildings, a palm tree, and windows.

12. Hotel Z

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Sarah

€193

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel entrance with a stone archway, multiple windows, and potted plants.

A variety of potted plants, including cacti and other greenery, arranged in front of a building with large windows.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a decorative headboard, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.

A cozy lounge area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and lush tropical plants.

13. Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Michael

€218

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two round tables, and a dining table with chairs. A large window offers a view of city buildings.

A modern kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern interior with a long wooden table, blue bar stools, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the street.

14. The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

East Village, 2.5 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Heather

€192

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

15. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Kathryn

€132

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city, and a large window overlooking the harbor.

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a beige sofa with a red pillow, a floor lamp, and a small white table.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Traci

€273

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A narrow hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden floors, and a large mirror.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a wooden table set for four, including plates, glasses, and cutlery.

17. The Artifact Inn

East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Chris

€229

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a bridge in the distance.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a view of the surrounding cityscape and waterfront.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a cityscape at sunset.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Victoria

€169

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a patterned wall.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, a refrigerator, and a patterned carpet.

19. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

marina

€162

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern lounge area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a bar area with a patterned wall and hanging lights.

A multi-level bar area with a check-in/out sign, a staircase, and a variety of bottles displayed on shelves.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, a table, and a stack of wooden blocks.

A dimly lit bar area with a brick wall, a curved staircase, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

20. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum

Samantha

€158

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

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City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 198 reviews	View
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 946 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 523 reviews	View
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego	9.4 Exceptional 1,200 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 164 reviews	View

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great historic property. Definitely has character. We enjoyed our stay. Clean, quiet and fairly centrally located for San Diego."

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"When visiting San Diego, I’ve made a few mistakes selecting hotels until I found Manchester Grand Hyatt. This hotel is amazing and extremely welcoming to children and pets!"

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent

"Very memorable, loved the diner"

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

8/10 Good

"nice location - near restaurants, walking distance to tourist attractions, near the train station"

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing big thanks to DJ with our stuff"

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

10/10 Excellent

"Staff really friendly and they were able to help Me with late check in"

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

8/10 Good

"The staff was so helpful and everything was in walking distance and no extra fees!"

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A colorful courtyard with a tiled floor, a bench, and a fountain.

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A detailed model of a town with a church, train tracks, and a bridge.

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A symmetrical garden with a central reflecting pool, palm trees, and classical architecture.

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A gallery with classical paintings on display.

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A desert landscape with large cacti and sparse trees.

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A garden with a pond, colorful flowers, palm trees, and a large building with a dome.

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An art gallery with pink walls and ceiling, featuring classical paintings and a central table.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Natural History Museum?

San Diego Natural History Museum is located in an area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views, array of dining options and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 104 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to San Diego Natural History Museum?

The Neon Elm Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and in-room fridges. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from San Diego Natural History Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and Wyndham San Diego Bayside.

How many hotels should I expect to find near San Diego Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 104 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Diego Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near San Diego Natural History Museum.

What can I see and do near San Diego Natural History Museum?

San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego Air and Space Museum and Maritime Museum of San Diego feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and Casa de Balboa. You can check out the local talent at San Diego Civic Theatre, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.

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Our top choices for San Diego Natural History Museum hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Stay Classy Hostel

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

6. Westgate Hotel

7. Lafayette Hotel & Club

8. Pendry San Diego

9. Good Life Vacation Rental Resort

10. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

11. Gaslamp Hostel

12. Hotel Z

13. Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

14. The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

15. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

17. The Artifact Inn

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

19. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

20. Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Compare popular hotels close to San Diego Natural History Museum

Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The Sofia Hotel

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

Other attractions near San Diego Natural History Museum

Fleet Science Center

Spanish Village Art Center

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Casa de Balboa

Museum of Photographic Arts

Desert Garden

Botanical Building

Timken Museum of Art

Frequently asked questions