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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, (1000)
"Room was spacious! Best hotel I’ve ever been to! "
United States
Liyah
The price is Rp2.264.895
Rp2.626.033 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (787)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
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, (107)
"would definitely go back and stay there again "
United States
Kounwick
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
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)
"Great location "
United States
Mohammad
The price is Rp1.494.831
Rp2.218.036 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
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, (1001)
"Good breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms and attentive, pleasant staff, all at a great value."
United States
charles
The price is Rp2.076.048
Rp2.407.075 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
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, (1350)
"Room was clean and smelled so good, staff very friendly!! "
United States
Katrina
The price is Rp3.841.933
Rp4.408.618 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lafayette Hotel & Club
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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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (135)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Jacorey
The price is Rp2.097.125
Rp2.431.512 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
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, (628)
"Great stay"
United States
Angelica
The price is Rp2.669.133
Rp3.094.727 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
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, (790)
"would stay again and recommend "
United States
Brendi
The price is Rp1.879.024
Rp2.178.635 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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, (607)
"Everything was splendid. Very friendly staff as well. "
United States
Irving
The price is Rp1.839.598
Rp2.619.224 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
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, (1016)
"Great hotel, excellent location, excellent view on rooftop!"
United States
Rajeev
The price is Rp1.980.866
Rp2.253.235 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
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, (1000)
"The staff was amazing, friendly, helpful and attentive. "
United States
Jan
The price is Rp1.905.660
Rp2.360.601 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Moxy San Diego Downtown/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, (539)
"Great location with clean, comfortable rooms. Amazing ambiance and professional staff. I would stay hear again."
United States
Anthony Michael
Gaslamp Hostel
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, (1005)
"Great area, staff was attentive and the balcony was an unexpected surprise! Great hotel! "
United States
Armando
The price is Rp2.132.524
Rp2.468.397 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay films
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, (877)
"Friendly staff throughout stay and clean rooms"
United States
Alvin
The price is Rp1.812.996
Rp2.783.295 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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 Rp1.463.826
Rp3.825.926 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
The Artifact Hotel
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)
"I loved my stay here ! I would definitely stay here again . The staff were pleasant and welcoming. The amenities were great ! The only complaint I have is I wish parking was included in our stay if you’re staying at the hotel as a guest "
United States
Vanessa
The price is Rp4.768.347
Rp5.528.660 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
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)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Kimberly
The price is Rp3.155.956
Rp3.666.953 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Dinner served
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 3 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2054)
"Very comfortable, nice location and good service "
United States
ALEXANDER
The price is Rp3.265.786
Rp4.545.171 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
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)
"Great room, great service great location!"
United States
Christer
The price is Rp4.616.425
Rp6.234.671 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Pendry San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

10/10 Excellent
"The room is beautiful and the staff is very helpful and attentive. It feels great here. "
Jill 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

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)
Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.
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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 92 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 92 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 California Tower 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.