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.

An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a wooden staircase, and potted plants.

A modern interior with concrete walls, wooden beams, and a central planter with plants.

1. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3 km from Whaley House Museum

Donavin

SAR 437

SAR 620 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton building with a covered entrance and a prominent sign.

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.

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

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Xuan

SAR 613

SAR 704 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 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.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

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

3. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

3 km from Whaley House Museum

William

SAR 626

SAR 720 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees.

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.

4. Old Town Inn

0.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Cindy

SAR 546

SAR 626 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

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

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

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Patricia

SAR 574

SAR 660 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and city skyline.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a well-lit courtyard, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

3.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Luis

SAR 667

SAR 767 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

2.3 km from Whaley House Museum

christopher

SAR 647

SAR 743 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel pool area with a circular pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

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.

8. Kings Inn San Diego

1.9 km from Whaley House Museum

Emanuel

SAR 352

SAR 404 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, a bar area, and a staircase.

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.

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

Old Town San Diego, 0.6 km from Whaley House Museum

Kristen

SAR 508

SAR 584 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A modern aquarium with a celestial-themed backdrop.

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

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

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

2.9 km from Whaley House Museum

Chase

SAR 677

SAR 778 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

1.1 km from Whaley House Museum

Yesenia

SAR 415

SAR 477 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.

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.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego, 0.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Timothy

SAR 520

SAR 598 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 lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a sign for 'Homewood Suites.'

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.

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

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Edith

SAR 613

SAR 704 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign that reads "Welcome to San Diego," and framed pictures on the wall.

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

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

14. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Elizabeth

SAR 489

SAR 563 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

2.4 km from Whaley House Museum

Regina

SAR 522

SAR 600 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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 267

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A resort with a large swimming pool, lounge areas, and a marina in the background.

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

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

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 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.

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

18. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

1.3 km from Whaley House Museum

Chris

SAR 443

SAR 511 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a bar area.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".

19. Handlery Hotel

2.2 km from Whaley House Museum

Shane Allen

SAR 387

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

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

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

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

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

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

shon

SAR 537

SAR 617 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills	9.6 Exceptional 221 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town	9.2 Wonderful 1,399 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station	9.2 Wonderful 1,715 reviews	View
Old Town Inn	9.0 Wonderful 2,031 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,086 reviews	View

Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was awesome the only downside is paid for parking when you are booking a room plus they know there is no parking on the street. I don’t think does a fee for those booking in the hotel ."

Kings Inn San Diego

8/10 Good

"Clean room, nice pool area"

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

8/10 Good

"Clean rooms"

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, amazing aircon in the heat wave and wonderfully helpful staff"

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent

"It was good"

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

10/10 Excellent

"👍"

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

10/10 Excellent

"I can't believe it took me that long to find this hotel, it's definitely my favorite! It's a couple of minutes distance from everything I love, Old Town, Mormon battalion, Sea World, beach! And the rooms are really nice, bed extremely comfortable, the whole staff seems happy to be working there, everything is clean, the hygiene products for shower smells amazing, the breakfast is delicious, the pool is well located. The parking lot was really big, it's $25/night. I loved it every second there"

Old Town Western Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"I enjoyed this hotel. The rooms were a good size, very clean, and came with a refrigerator, microwave, and a very comfortable bed. The front desk staff was very nice and helpful. If you enjoy a smaller, quiet, quaint hotel, then I recommend Old Town Western Inn."

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

8/10 Good

"Charming hotel with very friendly staff. Loved the area, close to Old town and many restaurants. Only downside was our particular room was located after 3 different elevators, and far away from the pool and lobby. But overall we had a great stay and wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again."

Other attractions near Whaley House Museum

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 bustling outdoor market with red umbrellas, a sign for Casa de Aguirre, and people walking around.

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 Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley.

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 Museum of Art feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Star of India, California Tower, and Casa de Balboa 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. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

4. Old Town Inn

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

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

7. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

8. Kings Inn San Diego

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

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

11. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

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

14. Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

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

16. Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

17. Sheraton San Diego Resort

18. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

19. Handlery Hotel

20. Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

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Top Whaley House Museum Hotel Reviews

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

Kings Inn San Diego

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Best Western Seven Seas

Courtyard by Marriott Old Town

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Old Town Western Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town

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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