Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Property class: 3

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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555 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Bay View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, Best Western Plus Bayside Inn is within a 5-minute walk of Waterfront Park and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Maritime Museum of San Diego. This 120-room, 3-star hotel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • America Plaza Trolley Station - 5 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Craft & Commerce - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frost Me Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪False Idol - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Kebab Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Guests of Best Western Plus Bayside Inn have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 30.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a vending machine.
50-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Self parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Piedra Santa Steakhouse

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1985
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per day

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: USD 30.00 per day (in/out privileges)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bayside Best Western
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 10-minute walk of Port of San Diego and also 14 minutes on foot from Balboa Park. You'll also find Waterfront Park and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

As of Oct 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn on Oct 25, 2026 start from $176, including 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.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 30 per day with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western Plus Bayside Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Plus Bayside Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Plus Bayside Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Best Western Plus Bayside Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Best Western Plus Bayside Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Bayside Inn is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 2.5 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 9.6 mi away (18-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn?

Yes, every guestroom at Best Western Plus Bayside Inn comes with a balcony and some offer bay and city views.

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 643 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and helpful kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has a great location, we used the hot tub and it was a lovely add to the hotel. I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed before - convenient location with onsite parking. Easily walkable from train station. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff & hotel was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean and very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my staycation, walking distance from little Italy and the pier. Excited to come back for my next vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and close to the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my preferred hotel if I stay downtown. Close to everything, it's great having a balcony (even better if you get one facing the bay), safe and easy parking (yes, there's a cost), staff are helpful and bed/pillows are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was very helpful while allowing me to check in very early. Clean hotel and a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing from our room! The staff was awesome, especially Tracy at the front desk!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
would def stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean, and staff made it easy to check my bags in early and provide my parking pass so that I could have my car in the parking garage before my actual check in. Pool was nice and the room was clean and well kept. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms , excellent price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was fine, location was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 minute walk to Bay front.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, friendly staff, and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved it, very easy check in and clean rooms! Will still here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great view and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, and very helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and convenient property! Many walkable places including near the SD port ! Would def stay again !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026