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Best Western Downtown San Diego

2.5 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, near Petco Park

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Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby
Breakfast area
In the heart of San Diego, Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn offers a warm retreat with free self-serve breakfast and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city. Relax in the garden or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is ฿4,420
฿5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
840 A Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Balboa Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.7 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

  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪MIO + TUO cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee @ The Rey - ‬3 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 smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers
  • A front desk safe, a vending machine 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

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

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 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

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

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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 24 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Downtown San Diego on 28 Aug 2025 start from ฿4,420.45, 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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Best Western Downtown San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 887 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great, best service in SD. See you soon
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 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

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They provided breakfast in the morning. It’s very accessible with as much available including a waffler and pancake / waffle batter, microwave oven, toaster, cereal, coffee, tea, milk and orange juice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay and they offered room service. Only downside no microwave and room looked more spacious online.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a really cute look
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 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

jeet

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

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carlos went above and beyond to accommodate me
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Amenities
Staff are great. They are willing to accommodate per my requests
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

jose

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room oldest
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming & great customer service provided by Olivia
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice garden hotel downtown close to everything very good !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, 6 min walk from Gaslamp
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not enough parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Parking is awful. Have to have a small car to fit and you pay 20 a day for it. Breakfast lacks options. AC was intermittent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

shirleyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the better hotels that I have stayed in San Diego that was affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything but the free breakfast eggs. The eggs were cooked over easy and tasted rubbery. Make scrambled eggs! Otherwise a very nice place.
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

2/10 Terrible

Victor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately we stayed in 1st floor room. He heard a lot of noise during the night, especially coming from the upper room. We wanted a better firm mattress for a good sleep. And We got a really old one. Just Sadness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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