The Best Hotels Closest to Whaley House Museum in San Diego for 2026

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

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

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.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3 km from Whaley House Museum

Victor

SAR 435

SAR 618 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern building with multiple windows, outdoor seating, and a chessboard.

A spacious indoor area with a pool table, seating, and a staircase.

A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a sunset sky.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Xuan

SAR 520

SAR 598 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, two patterned armchairs, a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, and a small kitchenette area.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A breakfast station with a flat-top griddle, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating fresh pancakes are available.

3. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Patricia

SAR 556

SAR 639 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern interior with wooden panel ceilings, patterned seating, and a central bar area.

A swimming pool with blue lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies.

A pathway leading to a building labeled "LEGACY Hotel."

4. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

2.3 km from Whaley House Museum

christopher

SAR 593

SAR 682 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

A spacious hotel lobby with a mix of seating arrangements, including a sofa, round tables, and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a fire feature.

A modern lobby with wooden ceiling beams, comfortable seating with yellow cushions, a large wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a sunset.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

3 km from Whaley House Museum

Ana Lopez

SAR 643

SAR 740 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A building with a "Bienvenidos" sign, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel bathroom with a mirror, a vase of flowers, a coffee maker, and a towel dispenser.

A garden with a sign indicating a lobby.

6. Old Town Inn

0.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Leticia C

SAR 574

SAR 659 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a counter, and a mural on the wall.

A lobby with a stone wall, blue sofa, purple chairs, and a patterned rug.

A bar area with three cocktails on a wooden bar counter.

7. Kings Inn San Diego

1.9 km from Whaley House Museum

Armando

SAR 323

SAR 371 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a pergola, tables, and chairs, and a sign welcoming to the Cosmopolitan Restaurant.

A restaurant with striped wallpaper, wooden tables, and chairs.

A sign with 'Hostess,' 'Saloon,' 'Check In,' and 'Bar' indicating a hotel or resort area.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and decorative elements like a large mirror and a chandelier.

8. Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

Old Town San Diego, 0.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Erika

SAR 597

SAR 673 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a building with balconies.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a round coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a framed picture on the wall.

A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Timothy

SAR 525

SAR 604 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious indoor area with a long dining table, multiple seating options, and a large plant.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Edith

SAR 473

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

A fountain surrounded by tables and chairs, with string lights and palm trees.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling and multiple hanging spherical light fixtures.

An outdoor patio area with a central fountain, string lights, and potted plants.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Old Town San Diego, 0.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Djelma

SAR 449

SAR 517 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the building's interior.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and a pool.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hampton Inn' sign, featuring a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel lobby with a long bar, yellow and red chairs, wooden decor, and a TV on the wall.

12. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Elizabeth

SAR 490

SAR 563 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and modern lighting fixtures.

A hotel reception desk with two monitors, a coffee machine, and a potted plant.

A snack and beverage vending area with a refrigerator and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern reception desk with a woman standing behind it, a large digital display, and a sign for 'Haightay Inn Express'.

13. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

2.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Jonathan

SAR 541

SAR 621 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a brick walkway.

A spacious hotel lobby with a geometric patterned carpet, leather armchairs, a sofa, and a dining table. Large windows offer views of the outside.

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

Chase

SAR 660

SAR 759 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and dumbbells, with a TV on the wall and large windows.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a large window.

A room with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks and a beverage refrigerator.

15. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

alex

SAR 408

SAR 470 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, palm trees, and a white building with multiple windows and balconies.

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

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a decorative ceiling, and a view of the outside.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a fireplace, and decorative wall art.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Paola

SAR 617

SAR 710 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.

A marina with boats docked, a large white yacht, and a sunset in the background.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs arranged on a grassy lawn, overlooking a body of water with a sailboat in the distance.

A modern restaurant with a view of a marina, featuring geometric wall panels, patterned flooring, and contemporary pendant lighting.

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

andrew

SAR 522

SAR 790 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

A hotel with a large pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A swimming pool with a surrounding patio area, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple balconies.

18. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Chris

SAR 428

SAR 493 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A patio with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A buffet with various food options, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, palm trees, and a flag.

19. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Old Town San Diego, < 0.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Jason

SAR 520

SAR 598 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.

A restaurant with marble-topped tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a bar area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

20. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

2.1 km from Whaley House Museum

edna

SAR 359

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Whaley House Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 215 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town	9.2 Wonderful 1,374 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,094 reviews	View
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa	9.2 Wonderful 3,101 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station	9.2 Wonderful 1,716 reviews	View

Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Old Town Inn

8/10 Good

"I have stayed at the Old Town Inn a number of times over the years. Complimentary parking is an added bonus for anyone with a car. The location allows relatively easy access to many attractions around San Diego whether by car or making use of various transit options available at Old Town Station. The staff is friendly and helpful. Pool area is a nice place to sit and read or enjoy a swim I was disappointed with lack of options available in the complimentary breakfast but appreciate that was provided. All in all the Old Town Inn is a great value for the money for a stay in the San Diego area considering many other properties just give you a white box with a bed for a lot more money."

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

10/10 Excellent

"Quick check in clean room"

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent

"Nice overall"

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

10/10 Excellent

"Cute place close to old town. Yummy breakfast and rooms were very nice. We were there during a heat wave, no AC in the front lobby where breakfast was being served and the pool was extremely warm."

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent

"I loved the patio. There was a large big pool clean, the fireplace and the Jacuzzi was my favorite. We did a lot of walking and my body was so sore and it felt really good to sit in the hot tub. The staff was very accommodating and the breakfast was very good. Everyone was friendly. I loved it here. I’ll definitely stay again."

Sheraton San Diego Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Staff from check-in to breakfast service were friendly and efficient. Dining area was clean as well as the property. I will definitely come back and recommend to others."

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome"

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

8/10 Good

"The only issue was the skirting around the bed frame. It was not easy to avoid kicking it. We also heard other rooms who had the same issue."

Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

10/10 Excellent

"This was the second time I've stayed at the Cosmopolitan. The staff was great! This time my daughter and I were in Rms 4/5. We had a corner portion of the balcony with beautiful views of the sunset. I was there for a paranormal investigation of the Whaley House and my team and I did a small investigation of my rooms. We were not disappointed! I will definitely be back to SD and i hope to stay here again!"

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A historic street with a sign for 'Senius Cottage' and a flagpole.

Heritage Park

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

Heritage Park is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

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A white building with green shutters and a balcony, labeled "McCoy House Museum."

Old Town San Diego State Park

9.0/10 (7,371 reviews)

You can take time to visit Old Town San Diego State Park during your travels to San Diego. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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African American World History Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at African American World History Museum during your travels in San Diego. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

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Cygnet Theater Company

Enjoy a performance at Cygnet Theater Company, a theater with a story to tell in San Diego. Wander the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Red Spade Theater

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Red Spade Theater, a theater with a story to tell in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Casa de Estudillo

You can study the exhibits at Casa de Estudillo, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Mason Street School

Learn about the local history of San Diego when you take a trip to Mason Street School. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

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McCoy Museum House

You can study the exhibits at McCoy Museum House, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whaley House Museum?

Whaley House Museum is located in San Diego. This historic area is known for its beautiful ocean views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 81 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Whaley House Museum?

Adjacent to Whaley House Museum, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld and Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area.

How many hotels are there near Whaley House Museum?

Expedia has 81 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Whaley House Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whaley House Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 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. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Whaley House Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Whaley House Museum?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Whaley House Museum, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Whaley House Museum?

Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Star of India, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, and California Tower are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Old Globe Theater, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, and San Diego Civic Theatre.

How can I get to Whaley House Museum?

If you're taking a train into town, Old Town Transit Center is the closest station to Old Town San Diego. There may not be many public transit options to choose from near by Whaley House Museum so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Whaley House Museum hotels

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

2. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

3. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

4. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

5. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

6. Old Town Inn

7. Kings Inn San Diego

8. Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

12. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

13. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - SeaWorld Area by IHG

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

15. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

16. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

18. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

19. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

20. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

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Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

Old Town Inn

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant

Other attractions near Whaley House Museum

Heritage Park

Old Town San Diego State Park

African American World History Museum

Cygnet Theater Company

Red Spade Theater

Casa de Estudillo

Mason Street School

McCoy Museum House

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