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Best Western Downtown San Diego

2.5 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Petco Park

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast area
Exterior
In the heart of San Diego, Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn offers a warm retreat with free self-serve breakfast and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city. Relax in the garden or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
The current price is $144
$164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
840 A Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 25 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 38 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 40 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min walk
  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • City College Trolley Station - 8 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 9 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee @ The Rey - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Roxy’s Tacos - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Downtown San Diego

Best Western Downtown San Diego features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Port of San Diego and Petco Park. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby segway rentals/tours. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: 5th Avenue Station is 6 minutes and City College Trolley Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 28
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hallway handrail height (inches): 36
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 33
  • Roll-in shower
  • Roll-in shower width (inches): 35

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 20.00 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Also known as

Best Western Cabrillo
Best Western Cabrillo Garden
Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Best Western Downtown San Diego?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Downtown San Diego?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Downtown San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Best Western Downtown San Diego and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and boat tours, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Best Western Downtown San Diego also has a garden.

What's the area around Best Western Downtown San Diego like?

Best Western Downtown San Diego is in Downtown San Diego, a short 6-minute walk from 5th Avenue Station and 16 minutes' walk from Petco Park.

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Reviews

Best Western Downtown San Diego Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and better than expected with a variety of options. (17 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice little hotel in the center of San Diego, in historical style. Surprisingly good breakfast eith hot eggs, sausages, yogurts, fresh fruits and waffles.
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel and staff were great. It was a little older but the room was clean and well kept. The only downside for us was the neighborhood. It’s fun to be downtown, close to the wharf-the only downside was the rundown area where the hotel is.
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff and an overall cute, small place to stay for the price and area
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely stay here again!
Anna, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Parking is awful. Have to have a small car to fit and you pay 20 a day for it. Breakfast lacks options. AC was intermittent.
Tyler, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff. The rooms were clean and very nicely decorated. We had an amazing stay.
Alejandra M., 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked everything but the free breakfast eggs. The eggs were cooked over easy and tasted rubbery. Make scrambled eggs! Otherwise a very nice place.
Max, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hosts!
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Hotel

Nice hotel near the center of San Diego. For breakfast was only plastic dishes there and not many places to sit.
5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good
Enrique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy

Quiet room. Good air conditioning. Good breakfast. Terrace was a good place to relax at night and eat our breakfast in the morning. With the plants and shrubbery we felt secluded from the city.
will, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Liked the plants hanging around
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice hotel, lousy neighborhood to walk to dinner
JAMES, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleased

Room was clean, beds were surprisingly comfortable. Parking lot is tight but I didn’t have a car so it didn’t matter to me lol Would definitely recommend.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, right downtown. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Really great. But the rooms are older and the toilets are...not great. The bathroom has no fan and opening the window just lets mosquitos in. But overall a great place for the price and would maybe stay again, mostly because they're so nice and the location is great.
Stephanie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

There aren’t a lot of restaurants that are close by.
Doug, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Though the property was kept clean, the rooms seemed small compared to what i normally expect. The bathroom, especially, seemed to be shoehorned in. Also, the construction noise, but that will go away, eventually.
albert, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Located adjacent to major, busy, street. Hear traffic noise, sirens, loud landscape crew with loud equiptment early in the morning 7am. Mal functioning printing machine made it difficult to print airline boarding passes. Walls are paper thin enabling me to hear coughing, snizzing, walking on upper floors. Difficulty sleeping in this enviroment.
CHARLES, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Seen no recycling bind
Bethany, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

This is an older building that they have done some nice things to update. The toilet was very low, like a child toilet and the seat/lid was not the right size for it. Beautiful wood floors, but made it slippery if you didn’t have shoes on. Shutters let a lot of light in at night. Would be nice to have some kind of room darkening curtain also. Overall, it was nice.
Kevin, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

This is not at all what I was expecting for almost $400/ night. No parking available so we had to park 2 blocks away at night next to a homeless shelter. The room was small the ac did not work well. My daughter and I could hear the room next to us watching porn. Horrible experience. This was the worst hotel I have stayed in.
rebecca, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

No parking.

There was no on-site parking available. In fact they have less parking spots than they have rooms, something that absolutely should not be allowed in downtown San Diego. We had to park off site, at an absolutely insane rate, and we're from Seattle now, used to live in San Diego, so we know all about insane parking rates. But to really burn our cookies a spot opened up, remained open and we were not allowed to take it. Its fowntown San Diego where we passed addicts oassed out with their drug paraphernalia in their hands, where one homeless guy pulled out a machete as we passed, where you dodge human feces and urine on the sidewalk to walk anywhere. Find a hotel with parking.
Scott, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was fine. Staff was very kind and helpful!
Weston, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and efficient front desk rep. Clean room and conveniently located downtown.
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A due passi dal GasLamp, parcheggio comodo e a prezzi ragionevole. Strategico se si usa la macchina per muoversi. Unica pecca camere piccole e colazione migliorabile
Alberto, 1-night trip