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Hotel Overview

840 A Street, San Diego, California, United States, 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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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Deluxe Double Room Two Double Beds

Max:

4 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Garden view

Heating

Bathtub

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Queen Room Disability Access or Bathtub

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Heating

Air conditioning

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Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Heating

Bathtub

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

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

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 20 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

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

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Business centre
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

Hotel Location

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

Map view

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

City landmarks

Zoo

San Diego Zoo

1.6 mi

Museum

USS Midway Museum

1.4 mi

100 Park Blvd

Petco Park

5100 ft

Mall

Seaport Village

1.5 mi

Museum

San Diego Museum of Man

1.1 mi

Museum

San Diego Air & Space Museum

1.1 mi

Museum

The New Children's Museum

4400 ft

Convention Centre

San Diego Convention Center

1.1 mi

Museum

Maritime Museum of San Diego

1.1 mi

Museum

San Diego Natural History Museum

1.4 mi

Monument

Little Italy

4600 ft

Mall

Westfield Horton Plaza

3600 ft

1350 El Prado At the San Diego Museum of Man

California Tower

1.2 mi

Church

St. Joseph Cathedral

2600 ft

Harbor Drive & G Street

U.S.S. San Diego Memorial

3200 ft

Museum

Mingei International Museum

4800 ft

Museum

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum

3300 ft

Museum

San Diego Automotive Museum

1.1 mi

Museum

San Diego Firehouse Museum

3500 ft

2115 Park Blvd

Veterans Museum and Memorial Center

3600 ft

Mall

Horton Plaza Park

3600 ft

Museum

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

3900 ft

Train Station

Santa Fe Depot

4100 ft

Museum

Fleet Science Center

1.1 mi

Church

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

3500 ft

2131 Pan American Plaza Balboa Park

San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum

3500 ft

715 J St

Bub's at the Ballpark

3700 ft

Museum

Museum of Photographic Arts

1.1 mi

Nearby

Cabrillo Bridge

1600 ft

Garnet Street

1600 ft

Restaurants

Donut Bar

1100 ft

631 B St

Hodad's Downtown

1600 ft

945 Broadway

The Taco Stand

1100 ft

645 B St

Old Gallery Coffee House

1100 ft

641 B St

City Pizzeria

1100 ft

1165 6th Ave

7th Cafe

1100 ft

1152 7th Ave

Domino's Pizza

1400 ft

1350 6th Ave Ste 185

Cocina 35

1800 ft

1435 6th Ave

Pho Xpress

1500 ft

1125 6th Ave

Grab & Go 6th Avenue

1900 ft

1180 6th Ave

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Eliza

United States, 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, 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, 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.