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The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 star property

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1055 1st Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Cool)

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab)

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Fab)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Fab Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Accessible Primo King Room

  • 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 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Cool King Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Cool King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Fab King Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Primo King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego places you in Downtown San Diego, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego. Each of the 114 rooms at this 3.5-star hotel includes a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

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

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

About this property

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

Guests of The Bristol Hotel San Diego enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Valet parking is offered for USD 42 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Other amenities at this boutique hotel include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area.
55-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include 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
  • 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • 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)

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, 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra 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

Bristol Hotel San Diego
Bristol San Diego
Hotel Bristol
The Bristol Diego Diego
Bristol Hotel San Diego
Bristol Hotel A Greystone Hotel
The Bristol Hotel San Diego Hotel
The Bristol Hotel San Diego San Diego
The Bristol Hotel San Diego Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

The Bristol Hotel San Diego provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bristol Hotel San Diego on May 26, 2026 start from $162, 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 within easy reach of The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 13-minute walk of Port of San Diego and also 14 minutes on foot from Balboa Park. You'll also find USS Midway Museum and Petco Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 42 per day with in/out privileges.

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego have a casino on the premises?

No, The Bristol Hotel San Diego doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Bristol Hotel San Diego good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique hotel include premium bedding, a rainfall showerhead, and bathrobes.

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego have a hot tub?

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

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Bristol Hotel San Diego doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Bristol Hotel San Diego though service animals are welcome.

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

The closest major airport to The Bristol Hotel San Diego is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.3 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 9.5 mi away (17-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Bristol Hotel San Diego that offer a balcony.

The Bristol Hotel San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 909 out of 1524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 1524 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
I wish the room was a bit nicer and there was alot of stains and run down. But location was perfect. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

4/10 Poor

Almog

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place, comfortable beds . All staff was super nice. Good location. Without. One block of gas lamp and SD Civic Theatre. Only Wish parking fee was less than $42. But I really liked it. We would go stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Alejandra

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

CLIVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff. Clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
One morning Luke warm shower/next morning pretty mix cold shower Killed a cockroach in the bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Karely

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nothing stood out. Basic place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Haley, Spokane Valley

Traveled with partner
Location was great. Lots of public transit nearby. Room was spacious. Stayed for four days and they only emptied the trash and gave new towels, didn’t make the bed. If you’re sensitive to sounds, you may be bothered by the train sounds.
Giant crack in the roof of the lobby.
Cool king room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James F, Atlanta

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience here I every aspect. Except the constant warning sound from the trams.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Liz

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room had a very musty smell, mold in the shower, the toilet ran the entire time, sheets did not fit the bed right, water smelled like chlorine. No thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ida

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Wilfran

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
They should clarify better that the cancellation protection is not fully refundable. I tried to cancel one day before check-in and received no refund at all, which was confusing because the protection makes it seem otherwise. There was also a lot of noise during the night, which affected my rest. Aside from that, the front desk service was good, the hotel was clean, and the surrounding area was very nice and well kept. Overall, everything was fine except for those details.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Gloria, El Centro

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room we got was dirty like it hadn’t been deep cleaned in a long time and we booked here because we read it had been recently remodeled. Also the reception area ceiling is like caving in? The beds were comfortable and staff was rly nice. Other than that our room could have been cleaner :/
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service and amazing stay. I got engaged in Sd and Stayed at the Bristol and everything was perfect! Will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Itzel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was pretty clean and staff was super friendly only down side was parking. You either park valet $42 or find somewhere else to park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anabel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms with good staff. The hotel is near the waterfront with lots of restaurants and services nearby
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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