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Our top choices for San Diego Zoo hotels

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View | View from room
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
2 km from San Diego Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"The hotel and staff are amazing!"
United States
Barbara
The price is ฿4,252
฿4,929 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Exterior
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
2 km from San Diego Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"would definitely go back and stay there again "
United States
Kounwick
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
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, 2.7 km from San Diego Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (789)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
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
2.3 km from San Diego Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1374)
"Amazing hotel, great staff and awesome food!"
United States
michael
The price is ฿7,204
฿8,266 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Lafayette Hotel & Club
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, 2.9 km from San Diego Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great location "
United States
Mohammad
The price is ฿3,114
฿4,520 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego
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, 2.4 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (633)
"Great stay"
United States
Angelica
The price is ฿4,687
฿5,435 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 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
1.9 km from San Diego Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (834)
"would stay again and recommend "
United States
Brendi
The price is ฿3,476
฿4,030 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Lobby
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3.0 star property
2.4 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great area, staff was attentive and the balcony was an unexpected surprise! Great hotel! "
United States
Armando
The price is ฿3,844
฿4,449 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
East Village, 2.8 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (614)
"Everything was splendid. Very friendly staff as well. "
United States
Irving
The price is ฿3,449
฿4,911 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (543)
"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
2.8 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean hotel, friendly staff and great location right across from the cruise terminal!"
United States
Jeff
The price is ฿6,197
฿7,199 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Garden
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
3.2 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2949)
"Great boutique hotel!!"
United States
Maksim
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
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, 2.5 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"The staff was amazing, friendly, helpful and attentive. "
United States
Jan
The price is ฿2,915
฿3,662 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Lobby
Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Plaza Suites
3.5 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1017)
"Great hotel, excellent location, excellent view on rooftop!"
United States
Rajeev
The price is ฿3,712
฿4,222 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Gaslamp Plaza Suites
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
1.9 km from San Diego Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Good breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms and attentive, pleasant staff, all at a great value."
United States
charles
The price is ฿3,890
฿4,511 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Classic Studio | In-room dining
The Artifact Hotel

The Artifact Hotel

The Artifact Hotel
2.0 star property
East Village, 2.6 km from San Diego Zoo
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 ฿2,743
฿7,170 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Artifact Hotel
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 km from San Diego Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (165)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Jacorey
The price is ฿3,712
฿4,304 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
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
2.4 km from San Diego Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (883)
"Friendly staff throughout stay and clean rooms"
United States
Alvin
The price is ฿3,397
฿5,216 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Cocktail bar
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
2.4 km from San Diego Zoo
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 ฿8,262
฿9,591 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, 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
2.9 km from San Diego Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (644)
"Loved this hotel. Near everything and the kids loved it. Staff was super friendly. "
United States
Wendy
The price is ฿8,777
฿10,185 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
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Top San Diego Zoo Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent
"All was excellent thank you very much "
Camil 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Hotels near other San Diego Zoo attractions

Old Globe Theater featuring a garden and wildflowers

Old Globe Theater

You can enjoy a show at Old Globe Theater during your stay in San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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#BalboaPark #SanDiego #California O San Diego Museum of Man é um museu de antropologia. É apenas um dos muitos museus do Balboa Park. A fachada deste museu é magnífica com detalhes impressionantes. The San Diego Museum of Man is a museum of anthropology. It is just one of many museums in Balboa Park. The facade of this museum is magnificent with stunning details.
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Open Photo by Sérgio Veludo

San Diego Museum of Art

Art buffs and architecture enthusiasts alike will enjoy the most famous of Balboa Park’s cultural icons.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego Zoo?
San Diego Zoo is located in an area of San Diego known for its array of dining options, bird watching and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 126 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near San Diego Zoo?
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers a 24-hour fitness centre and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from San Diego Zoo. Other good choices within a few miles include The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection and Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy.
How many hotels will I be able to find near San Diego Zoo?
Expedia has 126 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Diego Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near San Diego Zoo.
What can I see and do near San Diego Zoo?
San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego Natural History Museum and San Diego Air and Space Museum feature captivating exhibits. Hotel del Coronado, Casa de Balboa and Star of India are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park if you're interested in local theatre.