The Best Hotels Closest to California Tower in San Diego for 2026

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A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

A modern office space with a reception desk, seating area, and plants.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, yellow armchair, and a coffee table with a book and a potted plant.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

East Village, 2.3 km from California Tower

Andrew

SAR 203

SAR 231 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

A modern lobby with seating areas, large windows, and indoor plants.

A high-rise building with a view of a harbor and sailboats.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a leather sofa, a coffee table with a board game, and a flat-screen TV.

2. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

2 km from California Tower

Jeremy

SAR 746

SAR 1,180 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a round red rug, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, the number 432 above it, and a brick-paved area in front.

A cafe with outdoor seating, a sign reading "INFUSED DRINKS NATURE'S KITCHEN," and a "BREAKFAST @ Cafe21" sign.

3. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

East Village, 2.1 km from California Tower

Jessica

SAR 152

SAR 468 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

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

A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

2.8 km from California Tower

Bryanna

SAR 1,006

SAR 1,157 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A luxurious room with a grand piano, plush blue sofas, ornate chandeliers, and elegant decor.

A rooftop terrace with white sofas, a fountain, and potted plants.

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, plush blue sofas, and ornate decor.

A fountain with multiple water jets in a courtyard with seating and potted plants.

5. Westgate Hotel

2 km from California Tower

Chris

SAR 619

SAR 848 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a modern interior design.

A bar area with a high ceiling, patterned wall, and seating.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the building's brick facade.

6. Pendry San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from California Tower

Halil

SAR 1,108

SAR 1,490 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large sectional sofa, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

A rooftop lounge area with outdoor seating, a pool, and umbrellas.

A spacious lobby with large windows, curved ceiling, and comfortable seating areas.

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.8 km from California Tower

Crystal

SAR 970

SAR 1,294 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a counter with various kitchen tools.

An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, a green leather sofa, a red leather sofa, and a wooden railing with plants.

8. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.2 km from California Tower

Karin

SAR 372

SAR 423 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern interior with a round table, two chairs, a hanging lamp, and a view of urban buildings through large windows.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two round tables, and a dining table with chairs. A large window offers a view of city buildings.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A modern kitchen with a built-in washer, a coffee maker, and a large window with a view of buildings.

9. The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

East Village, 2.4 km from California Tower

Heather

SAR 643

SAR 877 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city, and a large window overlooking the harbor.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A modern hotel with a prominent yellow and blue facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a cityscape.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.5 km from California Tower

Vasiliy

SAR 924

SAR 1,071 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop lounge with a view of the city and ocean, featuring a sofa, chairs, and round tables.

A dining area with round tables set for a formal event, large windows offering a view of the city, and elegant floral arrangements.

A cruise ship docked at a port with a large shipyard and military vessel in the background.

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

2.4 km from California Tower

Bonnie

SAR 635

SAR 737 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.

A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.

A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Gaslamp Quarter, 2 km from California Tower

Matthew

SAR 507

SAR 577 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, equipped with water bottles and notepads.

A cozy outdoor seating area with a fireplace, cushioned seating, and potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, and a seating area with two chairs and a small table.

A spacious outdoor seating area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.

13. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2.3 km from California Tower

ZHENG

SAR 766

SAR 888 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings and a bridge in the distance.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a patterned wall, and a long corridor leading to a bright area with a view.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a view of the surrounding cityscape and waterfront.

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Little Italy, 1.6 km from California Tower

Shumaila

SAR 639

SAR 741 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large, historic hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard, and a prominent entrance.

A lobby with a blue sofa, a white armchair, and a glass coffee table. There are large columns and a staircase in the background.

A grand hall with a checkered floor, ornate columns, and a large chandelier.

A modern interior with a dining area, a wicker chair, and a staircase.

15. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

1.9 km from California Tower

Justin

SAR 865

SAR 1,004 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a long table and chairs, a street view, and a building with a 'P' parking sign.

A reception area with a brick wall, palm tree artwork, and surfboards on display.

A cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs. There are candles on the tables, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.6 km from California Tower

Troy

SAR 658

SAR 762 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a marble column, white curtains, and a patterned bar counter.

A spacious lobby with a large sectional sofa, a bar area, and a dining space.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, marble columns, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

A hotel entrance with a checkered floor, a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT," and two potted plants.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

1.9 km from California Tower

Steven

SAR 639

SAR 740 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central wooden table, potted plants, and a large blue sculpture.

A spacious lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen displaying a pool view.

A hotel with multiple floors, a rooftop pool, and a central courtyard.

A restaurant with a glass enclosure, brick facade, and outdoor seating area.

18. Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.5 km from California Tower

Ronna

SAR 686

SAR 969 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-level hotel lobby with numerous tables and chairs, a central seating area, and a staircase connecting the floors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and blue chairs.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple dining tables, and a decorative fountain.

A multi-story building with 'Embassy Suites' signage, a prominent entrance, and a street view with traffic lights and palm trees.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

2.8 km from California Tower

Maureen

SAR 853

SAR 1,125 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with high ceilings, a long bar, and purple and white seating.

A Hard Rock Hotel with a prominent Hard Rock Cafe sign, a large marquee, and a modern building facade.

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a large screen.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a menu stand, and a view of a street with palm trees and a building in the background.

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Gaslamp Quarter, 2.7 km from California Tower

Lizet De Luna

SAR 679

SAR 968 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to California Tower

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Stay Classy Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 966 reviews	View
Kasa Little Italy San Diego	9.6 Exceptional 539 reviews	View
Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality	9.4 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 2,043 reviews	View
Westgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,042 reviews	View

Top California Tower Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent

"great stay! very clean and fun!"

Ash&9th

8/10 Good

"it was easy check-in and everyone was nice."

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good!"

Other attractions near California Tower

A building with multiple arches and banners advertising the San Diego Museum of Man.

Museum of Us

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Us in San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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A theater with a brown roof and a sign for Grinch Stole Christmas.

Old Globe Theater

You can enjoy a show at Old Globe Theater on your trip to San Diego. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

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San Diego Museum of Art

8.4/10 (7 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at San Diego Museum of Art during your travels in San Diego. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A grand architectural structure with ornate columns and a large arched entrance.

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

You can enjoy a show at Spreckels Organ Pavilion during your trip to San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

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An art gallery with pink walls and ceiling, featuring classical paintings and a central table.

Timken Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Timken Museum of Art in San Diego. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Sculpture Garden

8.6/10 (35 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Sculpture Garden during your travels in San Diego. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

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Mingei International Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mingei International Museum in San Diego. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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House of Hospitality

House of Hospitality is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's the natural setting or experience its fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around California Tower?

California Tower is located in an area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views, array of dining options, and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 196 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to California Tower?

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from California Tower. Other good choices within a short distance include Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego and The Neon Elm Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to California Tower?

Expedia has 196 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from California Tower.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near California Tower, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near California Tower.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near California Tower?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near California Tower, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near California Tower?

You'll want to browse the collections at San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego Air and Space Museum, and Maritime Museum of San Diego. Hotel del Coronado, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, and Casa de Balboa are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around California Tower. You can catch a show at Old Globe Theater, San Diego Civic Theatre, and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

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Our top choices for California Tower hotels

1. Stay Classy Hostel

2. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

3. Keating Hotel By At Mine Hospitality

4. Lafayette Hotel & Club

5. Westgate Hotel

6. Pendry San Diego

7. Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

8. Gaslamp Hostel

9. The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton

10. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

11. Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront

12. Gaslamp Plaza Suites

13. The Guild Hotel, San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

15. The US Grant, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

16. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

18. Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

20. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Compare popular hotels close to California Tower

Top California Tower Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Ash&9th

The Sofia Hotel

Other attractions near California Tower

Museum of Us

Old Globe Theater

San Diego Museum of Art

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

Timken Museum of Art

Sculpture Garden

Mingei International Museum

House of Hospitality

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