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A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.
A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a potted plant, and a sign with a logo.
A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.
A modern conference room with a wooden floor, white chairs, and a long table.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Andrew
S$78
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay Classy Hostel
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.

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Jesus
S$211
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.
A modern building with a sign reading "kasa little Italy" and a glass entrance.
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 high-rise building with a view of a harbor and sailboats.

3. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Jeremy
S$414
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.
A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.
A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.
A checkered floor with round tables and chairs, a patterned ceiling, and large windows.

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Bryanna
S$394
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Lafayette Hotel & Club
A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.
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 cafe with outdoor seating, a sign reading "INFUSED DRINKS NATURE'S KITCHEN," and a "BREAKFAST @ Cafe21" sign.
A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a bed with a red pillow.

5. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
East Village, 2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Jessica
S$186
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
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.
An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the building's brick facade.

6. Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Diego
S$507
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Pendry San Diego
A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.
A dining area with round tables set for a formal event, large windows offering a view of the city, and elegant floral arrangements.
A harbor with boats, a large building, and a parking area.
A modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

7. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Bonnie
S$264
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.
A narrow alleyway with yellow buildings, a palm tree, and windows.
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.

8. Hotel Z

Hotel Z
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Tiffany
S$231
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Z
A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.

9. The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Amy
S$263
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A modern interior with a long wooden table, blue bar stools, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the street.
A modern kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of buildings.

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

The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
East Village, 2.5 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Heather
S$298
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton
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 dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
2.8 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Vasiliy
S$308
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.
An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.
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.

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Karin
S$146
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Gaslamp Hostel
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 spacious living room with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

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

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Tamara
S$295
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge areas, and palm trees.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging wicker lamps.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.
A modern hotel with a prominent circular tower and a glass facade.

14. Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Thomas Roy
S$483
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings and a bridge in the distance.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a cityscape at sunset.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a view of the surrounding cityscape and waterfront.
A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Little Italy, 2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Shumaila
S$252
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
A high-rise building with a glass facade, a clear sky, and a cityscape in the background.
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a blue lounge chair, and decorative wooden panels.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.
A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

16. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
2.3 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Phyllis
S$221
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
A cozy outdoor seating area with a fireplace, cushioned seating, and potted plants.
A spacious outdoor seating area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and two large windows with curtains.
The entrance to the Young Men's Christian Association building with a grand arched doorway, columns, and a staircase leading up to the entrance.

17. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel
2.6 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
Canada
ZHENG
S$302
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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.

18. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Matthew
S$202
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
A hotel room with a balcony, a TV mounted on the wall, a round wooden table with two white chairs, and a grey sofa.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a mix of seating options including sofas and chairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wall with abstract art.
A dining area with a long wooden table set for multiple guests, surrounded by dark blue chairs.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a staircase leading to another level, and a large window with curtains.

19. The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.4 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Laura
S$332
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
A multi-level hotel lobby with numerous tables and chairs, a central seating area, and a staircase connecting the floors.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and large potted plants.
A multi-story building with 'Embassy Suites' signage, a prominent entrance, and a street view with traffic lights and palm trees.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and blue chairs.

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
3.1 km from San Diego Natural History Museum
United States
Maureen
S$383
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.
Stay Classy Hostel
9.6
Exceptional
966 reviews
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A narrow, enclosed walkway with wooden railings and a metal grid barrier, leading to a building entrance.
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
9.6
Exceptional
218 reviews
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A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
9.6
Exceptional
539 reviews
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A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.
Lafayette Hotel & Club
9.4
Exceptional
2,042 reviews
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A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality
9.4
Exceptional
191 reviews
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Top San Diego Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent
"Great balconies and sound-proofing."
Caron 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

10/10 Excellent
"The best customer service"
Amadi 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good!"
Dwayne and Natalie 5-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Sofia Hotel
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"All good except they need to stock the vending machines"
Marc 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Handlery Hotel
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Close to train station and trolly and all the attractions! Nothing to complain about!"
Kris 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

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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 102 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 Wyndham San Diego Bayside and Best Western Seven Seas.
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What can I see and do near San Diego Natural History Museum?
San Diego Air and Space Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego and USS Midway Museum 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 Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.