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Best Western Downtown San Diego

2.5 star property
Guests unwind on the rooftop terrace with city views or explore nearby Waterfront Park while the attentive staff ensures a memorable San Diego stay

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Located in downtown San Diego, Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn offers a welcoming urban retreat. Start your day with a complimentary self-serve breakfast, relax in the garden, or connect via in-room WiFi. The helpful staff consistently earns praise from visitors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ฿4,309
฿4,910 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Queen Room with Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Queen Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego, Best Western Downtown San Diego is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Waterfront Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing and boat tours adventures can be found near the property. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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840 A Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park
    Petco Park
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • SanDiego_SanDiegoConventionCenter_6125294_006
    San Diego Convention Center
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Disney Wonder Cruise Ship. Halloween on the High Seas. #lifeatexpedia #golden
    Port of San Diego
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego City College
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Diego Civic Theatre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Roxy’s Tacos
    4 min walk
  • Del Taco
    4 min walk
  • Achilles Coffee @ The Rey
    3 min walk
  • Cocina 35
    4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Downtown San Diego

Hotel near Petco Park
Near San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego, Best Western Downtown San Diego provides a rooftop terrace, a garden and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and a vending machine
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and free newspapers
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Best Western Downtown San Diego include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in hallways (91 centimetre high)
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • No lift
  • Roll-in shower (89 centimetre wide)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (71 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 any lifts
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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Best Western Plus Cabrillo Garden Inn San Diego
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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 does it cost to stay at Best Western Downtown San Diego?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Downtown San Diego on 7 Apr 2026 start from ฿4,309, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

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

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Reviews

Best Western Downtown San Diego Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 937 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was ckean and the staff was courteous.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. I didn't get the name of the gentleman at the front desk, but he was awesome. The room was clean, location was walking distance to gaslamp, parking was easy and well priced. I would stay here again without question
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Delia

Rooms were nice. location. Easy t
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet hotel, lots of beautiful flowers, gas town and balboa park within a nice walking distance (we like walking)..unfortunately a bit sketchy to walk at night. Great hosts, breakfast line up and long waits for refills on eggs, coffee etc, but seemed to be fully booked and all had good humour.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly and efficient front desk rep. Clean room and conveniently located downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elvira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place, friendly staffs. Room is clean, air conditioner worked. Located in downtown, pretty close to Gaslamp Quarter.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great breakfast and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Floraina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our stay, staff was so friendly and the bed was very comfortable we stayed in corner room 114 had everything we needed and was super close to both Gaslamp district and to little italy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to the convention center about a mile. Clean and great AC. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay 4 days property is very clean although its very old and staff is very nice polite and kind
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Customer service at the front was great and the location was in a great lication.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to Balboa Park and the Pier from here. Public transport is just a few blocks away, if you prefer. Lots of dining options, you are close to both Little Italy and Gaslamp District. The hotel staff were great, the room was clean and beds comfy. No pool, but the rooftop patio was lovely! Note that you are downtown and with that location comes a resident homeless population. They were quite harmless, just going about their business, and were not threatening at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominguez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Carlos and his colleagues were just amazing, the rooms were top… Super Nice team, excellent location, high value for the money!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Building could use some renovations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Amenities
Staff are great. They are willing to accommodate per my requests
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

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

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good. Lots of options. My room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Was close to Balboa Park, so there was a good running area nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff helpful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Amenities
The staff were so helpful and the property was neat and tidy. It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023