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- Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
4-starColumbia1.6 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.8.Fabulous1,585 Hotels.com guest reviews - Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
Springhill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront
3.5-starColumbia1.8 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating9.0.Superb1,004 Hotels.com guest reviews - The Westin San Diego Bayview
The Westin San Diego Bayview
4-starColumbia1.7 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.4.Very Good2,495 Hotels.com guest reviews - InterContinental San Diego, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental San Diego, an IHG Hotel
4-starColumbia1.9 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.8.Fabulous1,053 Hotels.com guest reviews - Best Western Seven Seas
Best Western Seven Seas
3-starMission Valley West2 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating7.4.Good2,815 Hotels.com guest reviews - Westgate Hotel
Westgate Hotel
4.5-starVIPDowntown San Diego1.6 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.4.Very Good1,027 Hotels.com guest reviews - Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
3-starColumbia1.6 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.8.Fabulous1,004 Hotels.com guest reviews - Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
2.5-starCortez Hill1.2 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating7.0.Good1,149 Hotels.com guest reviews - Four Points by Sheraton San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Four Points by Sheraton San Diego Downtown Little Italy
3-starCortez Hill1.3 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating7.4.Good1,069 Hotels.com guest reviews - Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside, CA
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside, CA
3.5-starHarborview1.5 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.0.Very Good1,025 Hotels.com guest reviews - The Horton Grand Hotel
The Horton Grand Hotel
3.5-starVIPSan Diego Chinese Historical Museum1.9 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.6.Fabulous1,448 Hotels.com guest reviews - Hotel Indigo Gaslamp Quarter, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Gaslamp Quarter, an IHG Hotel
4-starGaslamp Quarter1.8 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.8.Fabulous1,796 Hotels.com guest reviews - Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.5-starVIPCivic Core1.5 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.6.Fabulous1,187 Hotels.com guest reviews - Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4-starColumbia1.8 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.0.Very Good4,877 Hotels.com guest reviews - The Sofia Hotel
The Sofia Hotel
3.5-starVIPDowntown San Diego1.7 miles to San Diego Zoo
Guest rating8.2.Very Good1,554 Hotels.com guest reviews
Other landmarks in San Diego
SeaWorld
Experience an incredible underwater world with a visit to SeaWorld, one of the top attractions located 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from central San Diego. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at SeaWorld, you'll love Belmont Park and Hotel Circle, both located nearby.
See nearby propertiesPacific Beach Park
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Pacific Beach Park is a spot you might want to check out, located 8 mi (12.8 km) from central San Diego. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Tourmaline Surfing Park located nearby.
See nearby propertiesPetco Park
Why not catch an event at Petco Park, a major stadium in East Village. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. If you think Petco Park is cool, you also might like Jenny Craig Pavilion, located nearby.
See nearby propertiesOld Town San Diego State Park
Hang out at Old Town San Diego State Park, one of the most popular parks located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central San Diego. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Presidio Park and Heritage Park, both a short walk away.
See nearby propertiesHotel Circle
Hotel Circle is worth a pic or two when discovering Mission Valley West. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and cafés, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Hotel Circle, you'll love San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum, both located nearby.
See nearby propertiesBalboa Park
Hang out at Balboa Park, one of the most popular parks located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from central San Diego. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Japanese Friendship Garden and Desert Garden, both a short walk away.
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Find out more about San Diego Zoo
Where is San Diego Zoo?
San Diego is home to San Diego Zoo. San Diego is an artsy city well liked for its walking paths and museums. If you're looking for things to do in the area, you may want to check out Balboa Park and Port of San Diego.
Where Can I Stay near San Diego Zoo?
We've got 176 hotels you can choose from within a mile of San Diego Zoo. You might want to consider one of these options that are popular with our guests:
Amazing 2br/1ba Near Balboa Park & SD Zoo by Domio
- • 3.5-star apartment • Free parking • Free WiFi • Terrace • Central location
The Zen Garden close to all, Zoo, Parks, Restaurants, Shops, Nightlife and more.
- • 3-star resort • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Rooftop terrace • Central location
Things to See and Do near San Diego Zoo
Things to Do near San Diego Zoo
- • USS Midway Museum
- • Seaport Village
- • Belmont Park
- • Fashion Valley Mall
- • Mission Beach Boardwalk
What to See near San Diego Zoo
- • Balboa Park
- • Port of San Diego
- • Petco Park
- • San Diego Convention Center
- • Hotel Circle
How to Get to San Diego Zoo
Flights to San Diego
- • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central San Diego
- • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from central San Diego
- • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from central San Diego
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