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The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 star property
This stylish downtown San Diego boutique hotel offers a business center, deli, and is steps from top attractions.

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The Bristol Hotel San Diego offers a convenient downtown retreat near Petco Park. Travelers can connect with in-room WiFi, maintain their workout routine at the on-site gym, and grab quick bites at the deli before exploring nearby attractions like the USS Midway Museum.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Cool)

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab)

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

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Room, 1 King Bed (Fab)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Cool)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Accessible

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

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighborhood in San Diego, The Bristol Hotel San Diego is near the airport and near the beach. 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. With scuba diving and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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1055 1st Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park
    Balboa Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego
    Port of San Diego
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Seaport Village
    Seaport Village
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • SanDiego_SanDiegoConventionCenter_6125294_006
    San Diego Convention Center
    13 min walk - 0.7 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
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station
    2 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot
    7 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

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

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 5,005 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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

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
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

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 42 per day (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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bristol Hotel San Diego pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 42 per day.

What time is check-in at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Bristol Hotel San Diego located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego Convention Center, and Port of San Diego. Balboa Park and Waterfront Park are also within 15 minutes. Civic Center Station is only a 2-minute walk and Civic Center Station is 2 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 930 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1566 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bright clean rooms, easy valet parking, friendly staff, great value!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice helpful staff love how modern it looked.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly. The lobby is being remodeled but didn't interfere with anything. Great staff. We would definitely stay at Bristol Hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Angelica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice! Clean room, very friendly and helpful staff. Amenities included a mini fridge and coffee maker. AC was great and no problems with hot running water in the shower. Only thing was that we had to pay parking 42$ overnight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grat customer service and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was conveniently located near the port and many restaurants and bars
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were friendly and helpful. Great location but hotel currently under renovation. They do not service your room overnight and make your bed. Towels were old and thin, bathroom shower not very clean. They advertised robes in room but we had to request.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebeca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and attentive. Hotel is very run down, old and not well mantained. TV is old and limited to a few channels not able to cast or watch own apps.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional and the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rasheed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating, even late in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel friendly staff excellent location downtown
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice. Great location! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryluz

Liked: Staff & service
Room was very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. Wish they offered breakfast, but they do have a nice “make your own” specialty coffee machine in the lobby. The room was very clean and spacious and the beds were very comfortable. The location was perfect too, near enough to the Gaslamp quarter without the noise :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zelalsen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room and courteous/helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved the bristol. Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in the heart of downtown The Bristol is a true gem. Clean, bright, staffed with friendly people. The King Cool rooms are an excellant choice for your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled rooms, clean and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rosemary Sara

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very tired and not in great shape any monger. But a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desserae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Everything was very clean and the staff were very courteous. Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025