Top 10 Hotels in Little Italy, San Diego - Updated 2024

Rienz Althron
Rienz Althron 
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At the heart of San Diego lies a neighborhood teeming with Italian restaurants stuffed with Italian food enthusiasts. What started as a simple fishing town is now a tourist attraction, not just because of Italian cuisine, but because of the weekly Farmer’s Market where one can get fresh produce from, and Tunaman’s Memorial situated in Shelter Island. If you’re interested in Italian culture, the best place to visit is Italian Cultural Center of San Diego, and Convivio Center & Little Italy Heritage Museum, two of the places where you can appreciate all things Italian, from traditions, history, and everything else in between. These are but a few of the things you’ll enjoy doing in this little spot of the city. To help you find the best place to stay at during your Little Italian vacation, here are the top hotels in Little Italy, San Diego.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 09, 2024.

1. Found Hotel San Diego (from USD 65)

Being located near San Diego International Airport, San Diego Convention Center, and San Diego Zoo, this hotel promises a convenient place to stay in Little Italy. Each of its rooms has its own attractive designs and is fitted with an air conditioning unit which makes for a comfortable stay, not to mention that every room has its own spa facility great for relaxation. In addition, the hotel serves a complimentary breakfast from 8am to 11am for its visitors.

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Found Hotel San Diego

Wifi Available

Address: 505 West Grape Street
2.35 km (1.5 mi) from Balboa Park

Terrace Non-smoking rooms Internet services Safety deposit box Heating Luggage storage WiFi Available Free WiFi

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2. Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection By Hilton (from USD 244)

This hotel in Little Italy offers a strategically located spot which is just a few minutes away from some of the city’s most popular attractions; San Diego Zoo, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and Balboa Park are among them. Not only that but this hotel is also packed with features and offerings that make it an attractive accommodation for tourists. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool and bar where you can party all you want. Also, each of its rooms is fitted with a flat-screen TV and has access to stable and speedy Wi-Fi. In addition, the hotel serves complimentary continental breakfast for its visitors. And a fitness center where you can stay fit even if you’re on a vacation.

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Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection By Hilton

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 401 W Ash Street
2.62 km (1.7 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

3. Best Western Plus Bayside Inn (from USD 349)

Your vacation in Little Italy is meant to be relaxing and free from hassle. This is what this hotel offers you: a convenient place to stay. Situated near the airport and cruise terminals, you won’t have to take your time looking for the hotel when you arrive in town. What’s more, is that you’ll have access to a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool where you can chill out. Each unit of this hotel has a cable TV with many channels so you won’t get bored. And if you need to fix your morning with a doze of caffeine, each room is equipped with a coffee maker too. The complimentary breakfast is where you can taste sumptuous meals.

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Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 555 West Ash Street
2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Lift Hot tub/jacuzzi

4. Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown (from USD 376)

This hotel offers complimentary breakfast best to sample before heading out to Little Italy’s best-known restos. It’s also near some shopping centers where you can splurge a bit, such as The shopping at Horton Plaza. The hotel itself has a few features that will make you want to stay, such as the rooftop that offers a view of the bay while chilling out in the rooftop swimming pool. The fitness center is where you can stay fit even if you’re on holiday. The free Wi-Fi is stable.

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Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1531 Pacific Highway
2.85 km (1.8 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Dry cleaning Facilities for disabled guests

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside (from USD 381)

Just a minute from Downtown San Diego is this hotel with attractive features. The rooms are fitted with HDTV where you can watch your favorite programs while enjoying the peaceful ambiance of the accommodation. You can also prepare your own meals in a fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, stove, and microwave oven. It’s also just a couple of minutes away from the attractions of the city. Wi-Fi, parking space, and swimming pool are some of the other amenities you’ll enjoy here.

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Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 2137 Pacific Highway
2.71 km (1.7 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace

6. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown (from USD 319)

This hotel is located at the center of all the famous spots near and within Little Italy, such as San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, and Balboa Park. Each room of the hotel is fitted with a TV equipped with satellite channels and has its own full kitchen. The on-site swimming pool is a great place to hang-out with your family, friends, or by yourself. You can even bring your pet with you as the hotel allows pets inside but with a fee.

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Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 1747 Pacific Highway
2.75 km (1.8 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning Facilities for disabled guests

7. Urban Boutique Hotel (from USD 147)

One of Little Italy’s most attractive hotels, Urban Boutique Hotel’s rooms are clean and has a relaxing ambiance. It is also near Gaslamp Quarter, SeaWorld San Diego, and San Diego International Airport, which makes this accommodation a great option. Each room has a cable TV so you won’t miss an episode of your favorite program. The coffee maker and laptop space make this hotel an ideal place for digital nomads and freelancers alike.

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Urban Boutique Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1654 Columbia Street
2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Business centre Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Lift

8. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Downtown (from USD 229)

Just a couple of steps from Little Italy, this hotel is a convenient place to stay at, and it means you can explore the nearby attractions on foot. If you get tired, fret not, because the hotel’s on-site heated outdoor pool will take your tiredness away. If you need to stretch your rigid muscles, there’s an on-site gym for you to utilize. The complimentary Wi-Fi is where you can stay connected with your friends even if you’re on a vacation.

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DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Downtown

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1646 Front Street
2.32 km (1.5 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

9. Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy (from USD 128)

If you want to get a panoramic view of Little Italy, this hotel will give you that. It has a bar that offers great views of the district, plus you can socialize with your fellow tourists there. Also, the hotel gives you convenient access to the district’s most famous spots. Each guestroom provides access to Wi-Fi that will keep its guests connected, and working space so you can still work on an important project while on a vacation. There is an on-site fitness center to stay fit. The hotel is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your beloved pet with you for a minimal fee.

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Porto Vista Hotel In Little Italy

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1835 Columbia Street
2.41 km (1.5 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

10. La Pensione Hotel (from USD 159)

This hotel has a minimalist, yet, charming designs. Each room’s interior decor has a calming ambiance which will help its guests feel as relaxed as they can be. Plus, the hotel also offers a convenient spot where you can easily reach some of the well-known destinations within and near Little Italy, such as San Diego Zoo. The on-site restaurants offer Italian food and beverages. They also have an on-site gym where you can stay well-exercised.

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La Pensione Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 606 West Date Street
2.55 km (1.6 mi) from Balboa Park

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre Family rooms Internet services Lift

Enjoy Little Italy's offerings relaxed

If you want to enjoy everything that Little Italy has to offer, you must also choose a topnotch hotel to provide you with all the things you’ll need to stay as relaxed as you can be. So if you are going to stay in this district, definitely pick one of these top hotels in Little Italy, San Diego.

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Rienz is a former office-based employee who entered the world of travel writing. His ultimate dream is to be able to travel the world and experience as much of it as he can. By pursuing his dreams,...Read more

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