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Our top choices for Desert Garden hotels

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, (788)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Exterior
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
View from room
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)
"Room was spacious! Best hotel I’ve ever been to! "
United States
Liyah
The price is HK$1,050
HK$1,217 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
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 HK$677
HK$1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
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, (1358)
"Amazing hotel, great staff and awesome food!"
United States
michael
The price is HK$1,781
HK$2,043 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Exterior
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, (630)
"Great stay"
United States
Angelica
The price is HK$1,236
HK$1,433 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
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, (608)
"Everything was splendid. Very friendly staff as well. "
United States
Irving
The price is HK$853
HK$1,214 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Shared kitchen facilities
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
Meeting facility
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, (1001)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Kimberly
The price is HK$1,462
HK$1,699 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Lobby sitting area
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, (2055)
"Very comfortable, nice location and good service "
United States
ALEXANDER
The price is HK$1,514
HK$2,107 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
2 outdoor pools, open 6 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
4.0 star property
Marina District, 3.1 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1955)
"Best place to stay with family in San diego"
United States
vishakha
The price is HK$1,361
HK$1,986 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
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, (1003)
"Excellent Stay at Pendry - will definitely return when visiting San Diego"
Canada
Bobbi Jo
The price is HK$2,138
HK$2,888 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Pendry San Diego
Meeting facility
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.0 star property
3 km from Desert Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (643)
"Lovely hotel in a lovely city. "
United States
Victoria Ann
The price is HK$1,781
HK$2,068 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Lobby lounge
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 HK$962
HK$1,115 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
City view from property
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, (140)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Jacorey
The price is HK$941
HK$1,091 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
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, (1017)
"Great hotel, excellent location, excellent view on rooftop!"
United States
Rajeev
The price is HK$918
HK$1,044 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
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, (879)
"Friendly staff throughout stay and clean rooms"
United States
Alvin
The price is HK$840
HK$1,289 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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, (1000)
"Great area, staff was attentive and the balcony was an unexpected surprise! Great hotel! "
United States
Armando
The price is HK$988
HK$1,144 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
View from property
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 HK$883
HK$1,093 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel

Westgate Hotel
4.5 star property
2.4 km from Desert Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Everything about the Hotel including staff was fantastic"
Canada
Donna
The price is HK$1,249
HK$1,719 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Westgate Hotel
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Top Desert Garden Hotel Reviews

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

10/10 Excellent
"Check In was high tech, but everyone was very friendly and accommodating. Valet, though pricey, was very helpful and quick. Large room, a whole kitchenette (fridge, microwave, mini stove), large bathroom, even a washer + dryer combo. Realized that there was no closet in our room, but the lack of it was made up with amenities and space. Large windows for natural lighting too! Just remember to put down the blinds. "
Jocelynn 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.