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Balboa Park Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in San Diego, near Petco Park

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Elite Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Queen Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Executive Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Junior Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Studio Suite

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Elite Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Studio Suite

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room Full Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room Full Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
5 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
410 Elm St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caparells Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Harumama Noodles and Buns - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Balboa Park Hotel

Hotel near Petco Park
Located close to San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, Balboa Park Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (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 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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Occidental
Balboa Park Hotel Hotel
Balboa Park Hotel San Diego
Balboa Park Hotel Hotel San Diego
Hotel Occidental Balboa Park Downtown

Frequently asked questions

Is Balboa Park Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Balboa Park Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Balboa Park Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Balboa Park Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 75 (subject to availability).

Where is Balboa Park Hotel located?

Located in Bankers Hill, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Petco Park, San Diego Convention Center, and San Diego Zoo. Balboa Park and Hotel Circle are also within 6 mi (10 km). Civic Center Station is 11 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 12 minutes.

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Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 422 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 422 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 422 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 422 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 422 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emmah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very cozy and was just a short walk to Little Italy and some nice restaurants 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chenyun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice cozy and convenient place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, completely functional for needs. Clean, well equipped. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and great vibes
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was in good walking distance of downtown and little italy also a quick uber ride to these places. The room was clean and tidy, it was easy to get comfortable. I would just be mindful of the room you are getting as it may appear larger in photos but honestly still a cozy for me. Its just being mindful on what to expect. Overall I had a great experience staying and with their service they were very kind to me and my partner and went above and beyond to improve our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Hector

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
does not state no bathroom in listing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor Rose

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This historic building has been updated and is really beautifully decorated. We strongly recommend reading the posting thoroughly as not all rooms have their own bathroom nor showering facilities, but rather, share with other guests. Fellow guests were respectful, the bed was very comfortable, and the check-in/check-out process was easy. The property is not staffed at all times but we did not have any issues with this. Great quick, easy overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel

This place is great! It was what we needed to be be close to sites and have cycling access to San Diego at large. Affordable, super clean, and kind people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have liked to have a chair in my room. The only place to sit was on the bed. I was also surprised that there was no sir conditioning, but luckily the temperature was not bad. The airplanes constantly flying overhead were very loud. Sharing a bathroom was definitely a new experience, but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay!

Perfect stay! Contactless check in and out. Super clean, comfy bed, big shower. Very conveniently located, great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andreea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible place. Not a hotel a scam. Bathroom not in the room. Overpriced for what they provide
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dantavious

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They gave me a room I didn’t book & the tv was broken
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROLAND

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bad experience. Didn’t stay there, left after seeing and smelling the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mauricio

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Would not stay again. Check in very confusing through emails and the room was supposed to be a family suite, but the second bed is on a mezzanine accesible through an attic folding door and the distance bed to ceiling is no more than 3 FT! In the middle of the night, there was noice, apparently homeless people were breaking in, lots of shouting, SD police was called, what a horrible hotel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very central, 5 minutes from the San Diego Airport, and walking distance to Little Italy and downtown. This property doesn’t offer parking; however, there is plenty of street parking and paid parking in the area. Our room was small, but very clean and updated. Small functional bathroom, kitchenette with fridge, microwave, and sink. The ceiling fan came very handy for our June stay. Overall, a very good experience for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Namir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
modern at the location and quiet!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Check in link didn’t work. Room smelled atrocious, no bathroom was not made clear in reservation. Had to book different place it was so bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was amazing and expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarvendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in once we have the code. Nice and cozy room with very clean washroom. Parking outside is tricky but spots are easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not good customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown’ SD’s, Gaslamp as noted making all of San Diego’s exciting attractions accessible in the coolest way! And while close to the Highway it’s strikingly quiet!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025