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Hotel Overview

840 A Street, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101-4613

Best Western Downtown San Diego - 2-star hotel near San Diego Convention Center and San Diego International Airport

Located in downtown San Diego, this hotel is a short walk from the Gaslamp District, Horton Plaza shopping mall, and Seaport Village. Guests can visit PETCO Park, San Diego Copley Symphony Hall, or the San Diego Convention Center. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, and a complimentary self-serve breakfast. Business travelers have access to on-site limited business services and proximity to the San Diego Convention Center and downtown business district. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors. The nearest airport is 4 km away.

Additional perks of the hotel

- Free continental breakfast - Rooftop terrace and garden - Accessible parking spaces - Vending machines and newspapers in the lobby - Express check-out and complimentary newspapers - Proximity to USS Midway Museum and Balboa Park

Rooms

The hotel offers 30 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and an en-suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Rooms include a desk, coffee/tea makers, and safes. Some rooms feature city or garden views. Private bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Other conveniences

- Ironing facilities and heating - Tea and coffee facilities in rooms - Electric blankets and AM/FM alarm clocks - Carpeted or parquet flooring - Refrigerators in rooms - Accessible folding shelf in some rooms

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4 persons
205 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Double beds
Garden view
Heating
Bathtub
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2 persons
205 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Garden view
Heating
Air conditioning
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2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Garden view
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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Center
San Diego3300 ft
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 3.0 mi
El Cajon (CJN) 15.2 mi
Train
Santa Fe Depot4300 ft
Bus
Bus stop700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Baggage storage
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Housekeeping

Business

  • Business center
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel Location

840 A Street, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101-4613
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840 A Street, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101-4613
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Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?
82%
loved it & would return
Helpful staff
Convenient location
Small room
Limited breakfast options
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
7.0
Location
8.3
Service
8.3
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 5 reviews
8.1
8.1/10 based on 368 reviews
Eliza
United States of America, February  2024
8.0/10

The hotel provides a cozy and welcoming stay with very clean rooms, friendly staff, and a convenient location near Balboa Park. However, the rooms are on the smaller side and the AC units can be noisy at times.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are small and the AC units are old and noisy.
Service
9.0
The staff is very helpful and welcoming.
Location
8.0
The hotel is in a good location, very close to Balboa Park.
Dining
Facilities
8.0
The hotel features lovely linen and is very clean throughout.
Patricia
United States of America, January  2024
7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The room was a bit small and the car park was tiny, but all the necessary amenities were available and the breakfast, though minimal, was well-served. Unfortunately, the rainy weather dampened our plans during the visit. The staff was incredibly helpful, providing directions and recommending sightseeing spots.

Rooms
7.0
The room, although small, had all the basic amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The staff's efforts in maintaining the room cleanliness were commendable.
Service
8.0
The staff, especially Sonny and Olivia in the office management, were attentive and accommodating. The service, including housekeeping, was satisfactory throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The location of the hotel was convenient with easy access to downtown and major attractions. The abundance of nearby restaurants added to the comfort of the stay.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast offered was simple but sufficient, providing a good start to a day of sightseeing. The dining experience, though not extravagant, met my needs adequately.
Facilities
8.0
The presence of pot plants and garden-like elements around the hotel created a pleasant atmosphere. The rooftop seating area was a nice touch for relaxation in the evenings.
Helpful staff
Small room
Bill
United Kingdom, July  2023
7.2/10

I stayed at this hotel and found it to be a mixed experience. The location is excellent, close to Balboa Park and the Gas Lamp Quarter, with a nice garden feel and rooftop seating area. However, safety could be a concern at night for walking around. The breakfast was a step up from the continental option, offering a decent selection, but the dining area felt congested.

Rooms
7.0
The room was a bit tired looking, with a small size and a torn screen in the bathroom window.
Service
7.0
The service from the office management, Sonny and Olivia, was friendly and helpful. However, the process of checking for breakfast felt intrusive.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is great for exploring San Diego, with easy access to Balboa Park and the Gas Lamp district. On-site parking for $15 was convenient.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was a definite improvement from a standard continental option, with a variety of choices, but the dining room felt cramped.
Facilities
7.0
Amanda
United States of America, May  2023
7.6/10

When we arrived, the rooms looked much bigger in the pictures, but in reality, they were on the small side, a bit cramped and tired-looking. Despite that, the service was incredibly nice and accommodating, from the friendly office management to the dedicated housekeeping staff. The location was perfect, nestled between Balboa Park and the Gaslamp Quarter, offering a lovely garden feel with rooftop seating. However, the dining experience was just OK in their congested dining room. Overall, a decent stay with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a little tired and on the small side, not as spacious as expected.
Service
9.0
The service was extremely nice and accommodating, and the staff took pride in their work.
Location
9.0
The location was perfectly placed between Balboa Park and the Gaslamp Quarter, offering a lovely garden feel with rooftop seating.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was just OK in their small, but adequate dining room.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent for the price, but nothing extravagant was offered.
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