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Hotel Overview
very convenient to places and nice cafe downstairs.
Happy with service and staffs nice lobby and easy to get around inside. Simple and great for a very...
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sedi
- May 21, 2012
It'll work.
Very quiet, but out was a slow time. Cheap! Communal bathrooms were strange. Some bathrooms didn't...
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Bob from seattle
- Apr 15, 2012
Hybrid lodging is part hostel, part hotel
The 500 West Hotel bills itself as a new approach to lodging: Accommodations are part upscale hostel, part hotel. Rooms are small but jam-packed with modern conveniences such as flat-screen TVs and work stations. Bathrooms are shared and guests also have access to a communal kitchen. Located in the heart of downtown San Diego, guests can stroll to Seaport Village, parks and other local attractions.500 West Hotel Rooms
- Family Room
- Our family room has 2 sets of bunk beds with detached bathrooms. It is perfect for a family of up to four wishing to stay close while enjoying the city. The room has two sets of bunk beds, high speed wireless internet access, digital telephone w/data port, refrigerator (on request) and housekeeping service with downtown and courtyard views. Bring your laptop and your favorite DVD's to unwind at night.
- Full Size Room
- All beds come with detached private bathrooms. Rooms with One Double Bed include, Cable/satellite TV, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Housekeeping (daily), Makeup mirror, Hair dryer (on request) Desk/Work area, Flat screen TV with 36 basic channels, Telephone, and wireless internet in all rooms.
- Single Room
- All beds come with detached private bathrooms. Rooms with One Twin Bed include, Cable/satellite TV, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Housekeeping (daily), Makeup mirror, Hair dryer (on request) Desk/Work area, Flat screen TV with 36 basic channels, Telephone, and wireless internet in all rooms.
- 2 Twin Beds
- All beds come with detached private bathrooms. Rooms with 2 Twin Beds include, Cable/satellite TV, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Housekeeping (daily), Makeup mirror, Hair dryer (on request) Desk/Work area, Flat screen TV with 36 basic channels, Telephone, and wireless internet in all rooms.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Diego
- Nearby airports
- San Diego International/Lindbergh Field Airport
- Area description
- Adjacent to the San Diego Harbor 500 WEST is just blocks from Little Italy the historic Gaslamp entertainment district, Horton Plaza shopping, Seaport Village and the cruise ship terminal. The San Diego Convention Center is a short 5 minute walk from hotel. It is an ideal location for the independent savvy traveler and long term guests.
Amenities
- Business center
- Elevators
- Fitness center
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- Internet Access
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Restaurant
- Safe Deposit Box
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- Grand Central Cafe
- The Grand Central Cafe just off of the 500 West lobby is open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week. A favorite among San Diego city dwellers and business people alike, the menu is simple, healthy and hearty. When youre in a hurry, theres almost always one empty seat at the counter. Or grab it to go and enjoy a quiet meal in your room.; Hours of Operation - 7am to 2pm.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (147)
Ratings and reviews for 500 West Hotel
- All travelers (147) 3 / 5
- Business (42) 2.8 / 5
- Couples (22) 2.1 / 5
- Families (11) 2.6 / 5
- Friends (16) 2.8 / 5
- Singles (44) 3.4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (2) 2.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 2.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.4
- Hotel staff:
- 3.7
- Room comfort:
- 2.7
- Location:
- 4.2
- Value:
- 3.6
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
sedi
very convenient to places and nice cafe downstairs.
Happy with service and staffs nice lobby and easy to get around inside. Simple and great for a very good deal.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Lots of nice places around.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
San Diego Cruising
Horrible place
Note that this place is very old and has actual iron bars at the windows. I made the mistake to upgrade to a double bed room which was so small that you couldn't even turn around. I was given only one towel to use and I was never able to find a second one at the shared bathrooms. I ended up wiping my hands on my pants. It may be reasonable and close to downtown but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a descent stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 1
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Geeth23
Worst place I have ever stayed!
No a/c and so you have to open the windows. The trouble is its super noisy with the windows open and its super hot with the windows closed. I asked the manager to give me a different room for which he willingly obliged. The down side is that he gave me a room which was even worse! This second room had no fan and no fridge. Seems like he wanted to take revenge on me for complaining. Never again will I make the same mistake when I am in SD.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bob from seattle
It'll work.
Very quiet, but out was a slow time. Cheap! Communal bathrooms were strange. Some bathrooms didn't gave a shower and weren't marked as such.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good Value for money
I stayed for three nights having read bad reviews i had very low expectations. The room is clean small but has all you need; towels get changed every day. Bathrooms are common but you have full privacy into a toilet shower and sink space which you were able to lock there was no waiting for it. Free coffee and apple in the morning 24 reception. The only setback was a very noisy street and constant whistles from the train and street car which made it hard to sleep at night. Take some ear plugs!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sci Guy
At the Y
What you expect from a Y: a small, simple room (bed/table/closet); semi-private hallway bathrooms accessible with your room key; a great exercise area; a commons with kitchen/laundry/TV; free internet. Pluses: location 5 minute walk to the San Diego Gas Lamp District, and a very nice breakfast/lunch Cafe right in the Y. Not for the Hilton crowd, but a much better price/performance ratio than any of the big box hotels, where you pay through your nose for inernet access, breakfast and a bed. Minuses: not all Y guest leave the bathrooms as they entered them, but there's staff on hand for immediate cleanup if needed.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
joggy
very good value for the money
For the nightly rate this is a bargain. Shared shower and toilet facilities were clean and not overcrowded. The staff was very friendly. There was complimentary coffee and an apple at the reception in the morning. I am very glad I brought ear plugs with me because the noise from the street and the nearby railroad horns when the trains were passing by would otherwise been very unpleasant at night (almost unbearable). Complimentary ear plugs in the hotel are well worth considering.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Franbissy
Strictly business
500 west hotel has the basic needs of the average busy conference visitor who has no time for fancy daisies just a clean comfy place to sleep. 7minutes walk to Convention Center. Nearby eateries and excellent shopping center. Room is small but ok for one person. A sink in the bedrooms even if toilet or bathroom are shared, would greatly increase convenience. Windows need double glazing to reduce noise from Broadway. Kitchen has microwave n light cooking materials. Not a family place. 24hr free fast Internet access.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
Westfield shopping center is massive
Reviewer score
Would recommend
tresewatson
what i expected
I have family in europe and this hostel was just as i expected. It is clean and comfortable and quieteter than I expected. close to nice restrauents and bars and lots of close parking under 12 dollars a day(or night) and close bus and train lines, a gym belonging to the ymca and a 7-11 in the back(they stop selling alcohol at 10pm so get you beer before that) a good deal for the price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
The marcus
This is a hostel, not a hotel.
The gentlemen at the front desk was very friendly and accommodating. By far the highlight of my stay was the staff. The elevator seams pretty sketchy and eventually was broken by the end of our 4 night stay. The room was by far the smallest I have ever seen. The bathroom was located fairly far down the hall. Note the rooms do not have bathrooms. There are "dorm style" unisex bathrooms to share.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
