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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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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Best Western Downtown San Diego (San Diego)
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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 WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighborhood in San Diego, Best Western Downtown San Diego is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Seaport Village and Fashion Valley Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. 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

  • Balboa Park
    Balboa Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Petco Park
    Petco Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • SanDiego_SanDiegoConventionCenter_6125294_006
    San Diego Convention Center
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port of San Diego
    Port of San Diego
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mighty USS Midway - an aircraft carrier of the United States Navy, the lead ship of its class. Commissioned a week after the end of World War II it is now a museum ship
    USS Midway Museum
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    5 min walk
  • Roxy’s Tacos
    4 min walk
  • Del Taco
    4 min walk
  • Cocina 35
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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 center

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 (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in hallways (36 inches high)
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator
  • Roll-in shower (35 inches wide)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 elevators
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Downtown San Diego pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 mi (2 km) of San Diego Civic Theatre, Balboa Park, and Petco Park. San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego are also within 1 mi (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. 429 out of 969 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 969 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 969 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 969 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 969 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast and comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franceska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, friendly place Very well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The plantings around the parking lot made the property very appealing. Loved that we could sit outside our 1st floor room behind bamboo plants.The woman at the front desk was very friendly and helpful about places we wanted to go. Everyone on the staff we had contact with also friendly. The hotel is well located- you can walk to two team stops. One - the city college stop also has an express bus to Balboa Park.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean. This is a older hotel and it is in excellent condition. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We will stay there next time we come to San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dated but clean. Great friendly, accommodating staff, especially Olivia
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel appears to be an ex motel, with some modernisation on the outskirts of the city. We found the room very spacious, car parking available, & a generous breakfast offered. The staff were very good & friendly/helpful. Easy quick check in & good location for downtown, waterfront, Little Italy, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter & Padres Baseball Stadium. We did not need the aircon, but there was a heater as part of it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Juan

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

8/10 Good

Jamieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean, but needs to be renovated. Shower needs updated. Wall air conditioner was noisy. Front desk staff were friendly. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Delia

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaisang

quick process of checking in and readiness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Weston

Liked: Staff & service
Room was fine. Staff was very kind and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberto

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

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
Verified

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