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Best Western Downtown San Diego

2.5 star property
Relax on our rooftop or stroll through Waterfront Park nearby. Helpful staff are ready to make your stay unforgettable.

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Property amenity
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 559
AED 617 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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AED 559 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
840 A Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 16 min walk
  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪University Club Atop Symphony Towers - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Downtown San Diego

Hotel near Petco Park
Close to Waterfront Park and San Diego Convention Center, Best Western Downtown San Diego provides free self-serve breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and free newspapers
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Downtown San Diego offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–10 AM

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Best Western Cabrillo
Best Western Cabrillo Garden
Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Downtown San Diego pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Downtown San Diego?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Best Western Downtown San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western Downtown San Diego?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Downtown San Diego located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of San Diego Civic Theatre, Petco Park, and San Diego Convention Center. Waterfront Park and Port of San Diego are also within 1 mi (2 km). 5th Avenue Station is 6 minutes by foot and City College Trolley Station is 8 minutes.

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Best Western Downtown San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 345 out of 827 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 827 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 827 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 827 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 827 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice garden hotel downtown close to everything very good !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, 6 min walk from Gaslamp
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
6 min walk from gaslamp great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carlos was awesome he gave us a walkable map and we used it every day. The breakfast was Awesome!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean Friendly place...They cook breakfast in the am to
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great! Super friendly and respectful. Breakfast was also good. A bit noisy when trying to go to bed or even throughout the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small parking lot, small seating area for eating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff and an overall cute, small place to stay for the price and area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

shirleyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the better hotels that I have stayed in San Diego that was affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great! Typical hotel vibes but overall place was clean and friendly! The breakfast was the star of the show 10/10 recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were awesome! However, the parking is small and fills up quickly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was better than expected
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Had a good time!
Cute hotel; great service. Good for an overnight stay in downtown San Diego. Nice outdoor lounge on the 3rd floor, and good breakfast. Space in room was tight; and no fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. The rooms were clean and very nicely decorated. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was excellent. Gave us directions for places to eat and shopping. would for sure stay here again. Easy access to freeways
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Roberto

Beds where listed as queen bed. They are actually full size beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick check-in by friendly staff and liked the complimentary breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023