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The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 star property
This stylish downtown San Diego boutique hotel offers a business center, deli, and is steps from top attractions.

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The Bristol Hotel San Diego offers a convenient downtown retreat near Petco Park. Travelers can connect with in-room WiFi, maintain their workout routine at the on-site gym, and grab quick bites at the deli before exploring nearby attractions like the USS Midway Museum.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Cool)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Fab)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Primo)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Fab Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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

Accessible Primo King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Primo)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Accessible | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

Cool King Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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

Cool King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Fab King Room

  • Sleeps 4

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

Primo King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego, The Bristol Hotel San Diego is near the airport and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Waterfront Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. With scuba diving and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our San Diego travel guide
Map
1055 1st Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Disney Wonder Cruise Ship. Halloween on the High Seas. #lifeatexpedia #golden
    Port of San Diego
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seaport Village featuring a bay or harbor
    Seaport Village
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • SanDiego_SanDiegoConventionCenter_6125294_006
    San Diego Convention Center
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mighty USS Midway - an aircraft carrier of the United States Navy, the lead ship of its class. Commissioned a week after the end of World War II it is now a museum ship
    USS Midway Museum
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Petco Park
    Petco Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station
    2 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot
    7 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
    3 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    4 min walk
  • Zzan Sushi & Soju
    4 min walk
  • Goldchild Coffee
    3 min walk
  • The Westin Lobby
    3 min walk

About this property

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

Boutique hotel near San Diego Convention Center
Located close to Port of San Diego and Petco Park, The Bristol Hotel San Diego provides a corner/local shop, a gym and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out and a 24-hour front desk
  • A water dispenser, coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property
  • A computer station, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 114 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 55-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 42 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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-authorise 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

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
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 The Bristol Hotel San Diego pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Valet parking is available for USD 42 per day.

What time is check-in at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Bristol Hotel San Diego located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego. Waterfront Park and Seaport Village are also within 15 minutes. Civic Center Station is only a 2-minute walk and Civic Center Station is 2 minutes.

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Reviews

The Bristol Hotel San Diego Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 883 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 88 out of 1504 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

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

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled rooms, clean and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Desserae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Everything was very clean and the staff were very courteous. Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Constanza

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect and the staff is amazing. Thank you Sandra for making our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room awesome staff and valet is super fast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful ,nice installations Very clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. I like the location & the easy commute and access to the gaslamp quarter. Room was super clean & spacious and comfortable. Staff was super nice & helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stay here about 2x per month on business. The beds are super comfortable. My wife and I love the gym. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute decor. Clean rooms. Walking distance from downtown. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in was a breeze location is outstanding lots of restaurants bars, and attractions close by
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean, Very Nice staff, convenient location !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mhell c

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating. Customer service was so nice and approachable. For sure we will go back again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean room. Staff was very friendly as well. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JODI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed so comfy and staff very friendly room very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Itzel

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

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect! Great check in experience. Friendly, personable staff. Front desk clerk was a gem.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Kristof

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room with all things you need. Incredibly welcoming staff, especially at Front Desk and Valet Service! 100 % recommendation for all kinds of stays in San Diego!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great downtown location. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is the best! Very thoughtful. Felt safe. Clean room and bathroom. Convenient location. Again, the staff is the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice, I only wish there was a microwave in the room
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms friendly staff. Prompt responses when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025