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The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 star property
Boutique hotel within easy reach of Port of San Diego

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In downtown San Diego, The Bristol Hotel San Diego offers a boutique retreat near Petco Park. Unwind with in-room WiFi, visit the gym to stay active or grab a snack from the deli and explore nearby USS Midway Museum.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$140 nightly
The total price is $162
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Cool)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Fab)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Primo)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Fab Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Accessible Primo King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Accessible | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Accessible

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Cool King Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Cool King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Fab King Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Primo King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1055 1st Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seaport Village - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 29 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 43 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 45 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 7 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
  • Civic Center Station - 2 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 2 min walk
  • Courthouse Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Goldchild Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grant Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

When you stay at The Bristol Hotel San Diego, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego. Guests can enjoy the fitness center or take advantage of nearby scuba diving. This boutique hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. Fellow travelers say good things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Civic Center Station is steps away and Civic Center Station is 2 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 114 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 42 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (5005 square feet)

Services

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

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Fitness center
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during February, March, April, May, June, and July:
  • One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 42 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Bristol Hotel San Diego
Bristol San Diego
Hotel Bristol
The Bristol Diego Diego
Bristol Hotel San Diego
Bristol Hotel A Greystone Hotel
The Bristol Hotel San Diego Hotel
The Bristol Hotel San Diego San Diego
The Bristol Hotel San Diego Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Bristol Hotel San Diego does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 42 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Bristol Hotel San Diego and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, sailing, and scuba diving. The Bristol Hotel San Diego also has a fitness center.

What's the area around The Bristol Hotel San Diego like?

The Bristol Hotel San Diego is in Downtown San Diego, a short 2-minute walk from Civic Center Station and 12 minutes' walk from San Diego Convention Center. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

The Bristol Hotel San Diego Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The gym was well-equipped, clean, and had a good selection of machines with a nice view. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to everything, very walkable. Parking attendants very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed my stay
Joel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great , would stay again. Staff was very nice and valet staff was very helpful
Angelina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff was very helpful. Didnt park here but looked like it was very easy to maneuver. Very central area to amenities, train depot, trolley serv8ce to all over San Diego, and close to Gaslamp. I like to try new places, and this one, for me, is a keeper..
Abraham, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so sweet, valet was nice and easy, the room was clean, bed was comfortable, the view was so cute! And the hotel is within walking distance of so many things.
Jesus, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Centrally located between Little Italy and Gaslamp districts, and an easy walk to the harbor. Room was nice, beds good, clean. Once they get the renovations done, it will be even better. The morning/day staff were friendly and helpful, thank you.
Anthony, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
Ruby, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gym is one of the better hotel gyms I’ve experienced
Ruby, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Easy check in and check out.
Robert, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This is a perfectly fine option if you need to be near downtown. Nothing fancy, but the beds are comfy and the rooms are clean. I did need a white noise app on my iPad to drown out street noise but it did the trick. The gym is actually one of the better hotel gyms I’ve encountered!
Sharon, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room and courteous/helpful staff.
Zelalsen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service and amazing stay. I got engaged in Sd and Stayed at the Bristol and everything was perfect! Will stay here again
Jorge, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay here
José, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Newly remodeled rooms, clean and wonderful staff.
Zoe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff was pleasant
Miguel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and clean rooms
Desserae, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff are nice.
Jenny, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Everything was very clean and the staff were very courteous. Will definitely be staying here again!
Candace, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and cleanliness
Hilda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff was very helpful and nice.
Constanza, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean and fairly quiet. Can hear
Polya, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room / attentive staff — considering it was Holiday stay ~
Earlene, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

friendly staff, lobby needs some work but clean and very comfortable.
Owen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for one night. Super nice staff! Joseph helped us late at night and was nothing but helpful, informational, and just absolutely lovely. 10/10 Hotel. Will be staying here again. :) Super clean and great location and won’t break the bank.
Eduardo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect and the staff is amazing. Thank you Sandra for making our stay so comfortable.
Laurie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, the staff was engaging, polite and helpful.
Lidia, 5-night trip