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Best Western Downtown San Diego, San Diego
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About the Hotel
840 A Street,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101-4613,
California
Best Western Downtown San Diego is a 3-star hotel featuring amenities such as free WiFi, air-conditioned rooms, and limited business services. Guests can enjoy a complimentary self-serve breakfast daily.
Rooms & Amenities
Guests unwind in spacious accommodations, each equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine. Accessibility features include rooms with disability access and a variety of safety measures such as smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.
Dining & Nearby Options
Dining options nearby include popular choices such as The Taco Stand and Hodad's Downtown, both within a 0.5 miles radius. The hotel is also close to Horton Plaza shopping mall and Seaport Village, catering to guests looking for a variety of culinary and shopping experiences.
Business & Transportation
For business travelers, the hotel provides a business center and is in proximity to key locations such as the San Diego Convention Center and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Public transport options include nearby bus stops and the Santa Fe Depot train station, facilitating easy travel.
Activities & Services
Best Western Downtown San Diego is within 1 miles of landmarks including the San Diego Museum of Man and the USS Midway Carrier, offering guests various activities. The property also features 24-hour front desk service to assist guests throughout their stay.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Ideal for Professionals
“The room was impeccably clean and I was pleasantly surprised with the upgrade to a king size bed, making my stay comfortable while preparing for court.” view full review
Delicious Breakfast
“The breakfast options were impressive, featuring a variety of hot items and fresh coffee that fueled my mornings perfectly.” view full review
Easy Parking Access
“The on-site parking was a major plus for my trip, allowing me to easily access my car whenever I needed it.” view full review
Comfortable Working Space
“Although the room was fantastic overall, I would have loved a brighter light over the desk to make evening work more pleasant.” view full review
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
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Location
840 A Street,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101-4613,
California
Map view
840 A Street,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101-4613,
California
City landmarks
Zoo
San Diego Zoo
2.5
km
Museum
USS Midway Museum
2.3
km
100 Park Blvd
Petco Park
1.5
km
Mall
Seaport Village
2.4
km
Museum
San Diego Museum of Man
1.8
km
Museum
San Diego Air & Space Museum
1.7
km
Museum
The New Children's Museum
1.3
km
Convention Centre
San Diego Convention Center
1.8
km
Museum
Maritime Museum of San Diego
1.8
km
Museum
San Diego Natural History Museum
2.2
km
Monument
Little Italy
1.4
km
Mall
Westfield Horton Plaza
1.1
km
1350 El Prado At the San Diego Museum of Man
California Tower
2.0
km
Church
St. Joseph Cathedral
770 m
Harbor Drive & G Street
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
950 m
Museum
Mingei International Museum
1.5
km
Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
1.0
km
Museum
San Diego Automotive Museum
1.8
km
Museum
San Diego Firehouse Museum
1.1
km
2115 Park Blvd
Veterans Museum and Memorial Center
1.1
km
Mall
Horton Plaza Park
1.1
km
Museum
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
1.2
km
Train Station
Santa Fe Depot
1.2
km
Museum
Fleet Science Center
1.8
km
Church
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church
1.0
km
2131 Pan American Plaza Balboa Park
San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum
1.0
km
715 J St
Bub's at the Ballpark
1.1
km
Museum
Museum of Photographic Arts
1.8
km
Nearby
Cabrillo Bridge
460 m
Garnet Street
460 m
Restaurants
Donut Bar
320 m
631 B St
Hodad's Downtown
470 m
945 Broadway
The Taco Stand
310 m
645 B St
Old Gallery Coffee House
310 m
641 B St
City Pizzeria
320 m
1165 6th Ave
7th Cafe
330 m
1152 7th Ave
Domino's Pizza
400 m
1350 6th Ave Ste 185
Cocina 35
530 m
1435 6th Ave
Pho Xpress
440 m
1125 6th Ave
Grab & Go 6th Avenue
560 m
1180 6th Ave
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Helpful staff
Convenient location
Small room
Limited breakfast options
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
7.0
Location
8.3
Service
8.3
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 5 reviews
8.1
8.1/10 based on 368 reviews
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.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent for the price, but nothing extravagant was offered.
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