The Davis Downtown San Diego

Property class: 3.5

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A reception area with a wooden arch, shelves with books and decorative items, and a marble counter.
A hotel room with two beds, a patterned rug, and large windows with blinds.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, green upholstered seating, and a built-in bookshelf.
A building named "The Davis" with a modern facade, a brick base, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A rooftop lounge with blue seating and a fire feature.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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765 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Full Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 117 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Queen Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 321 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 157 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 217 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego within a short walk of Petco Park, The Davis Downtown San Diego is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as San Diego Convention Center. The 22 rooms at this 3.5-star hotel include conveniences like Smart TVs.

What's nearby

  • San Diego City College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Petco Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 5 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rikka Fika - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Knotty Barrel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Decoré - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hodad's Downtown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Neighborhood - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Davis Downtown San Diego

Guests of The Davis Downtown San Diego enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and barbecue grills.
50-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

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

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 17570

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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 safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

RK Buckner Hostel San Diego
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RK Buckner
Buckner Hotel San Diego
Buckner San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Davis Downtown San Diego?

The Davis Downtown San Diego provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Davis Downtown San Diego?

As of Sep 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Davis Downtown San Diego on Sep 29, 2026 start from $119, 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.

What can I see near The Davis Downtown San Diego?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 8-minute walk of Petco Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Balboa Park. You'll also find Port of San Diego and San Diego Zoo within a short drive.

Does The Davis Downtown San Diego feature a casino?

No, The Davis Downtown San Diego doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Davis Downtown San Diego?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does The Davis Downtown San Diego have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Davis Downtown San Diego doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Davis Downtown San Diego allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Davis Downtown San Diego for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night.

How close is the airport from The Davis Downtown San Diego?

The closest major airport to The Davis Downtown San Diego is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.7 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 10.1 mi away (17-minute drive).

The Davis Downtown San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 605 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 605 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 605 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 605 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 605 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No staff onsite. Digital check in and code entry. It was more of a guest house than hotel. You could text questions to an AI “desk” but they were not onsite so were unable to answer some questions. Nice decorations. Classy vibes. It was a historic building restored. The street noise was loud. Had a Kurig coffee station. Powder creamer. Great downtown location. I prefer a hotel with actual staff. We had a nice stay but I wouldn’t likely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A convenient location in the Downtown area. Love that it was dog-friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable and convenient. No staff makes it cheaper.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much homeless
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place. Great location, clear communication and it was very nice. Fun to stay right downtown. Walking distance to the Gaslamp District, Petco, etc. I hight recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice cheap stay for a weekend trip. Parking can be a little tricky but other than that I really enjoyed my stay and the beautiful, comfortable design of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The plumbing is old and makes noises constantly. Could barely sleep because of it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest ive stayed at, very classy, 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, really enjoyed our stay. We were on the second floor and for the most part, was very quiet. Was in a good location-close to fun bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. The only issues we had were the room got very hot despite there being a window AC unit and the rooftop fire pits did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Very noisy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location downtown with easy walking to shops and restaurants. Very clean room with amazing staff, the amenities on the rooftop weren’t working but the staff said they should be up soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but location is near gaslamp district. For the price, it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great! I requested early check in and they kept the request. The location was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room tiny, bed comfortable, no elevator, no ice, no microwave, good linens and towers, good shower. Wi-fi good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy to access, good location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner had a bad smell. There was so much construction noise. The staff kept
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
If you are solely looking for a place to sleep at night, this Kasa is will do. Unfortunately we did encounter blonde hairs on the mirror (neither of us are blonde ha), and a massive cockroach in the hallway as well as some small stains on the sheets. The roof top had a good view, but was not very clean. Nevertheless, the room had its own a/c unit and we appreciated the luggage storage. Very close to Petco Park. Rooftop access, but no working fire pits so bring a sweatshirt and a blanket at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay once I got the door access down.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great and peaceful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very noisy and the white noose machine was broken and they didn’t fix or replace it during my stay. There is no stuff on premises, so nothing get fixed, and it showed in the poor condition of everything. Not recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rooftop terrace was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Old school and unique
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good for a short stay if you just need a place to sleep. The room could have been cleaner—there were visible stains on the bedding and leftover items from a previous guest, which made it feel like housekeeping wasn’t thorough. It was also quite noisy, not just from the location but from inside the building, with frequent door slamming and noticeable noise from plumbing and upstairs activity.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just the noises outside
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026