Ideally situated in the historic Gaslamp Quarter , this rockin ' 420-room hotel boasts a landscaped rooftop deck pool with private cabanas -- an ideal place to catch up on some much needed R & R. Starting at just $ 528 , this 2-night package includes a entry to the tranquil 12,000-acre Balboa Park , granting you access to attractions like the Japanese Friendship Garden , the San Diego Natural History Museum , and best of all , the world-famous San Diego Zoo .