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Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of San Diego in San Diego

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A reception area with a wooden floor, a counter with a glass top, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a carpeted floor.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large window, and a stone accent wall.
A Best Western hotel with a large sign, a landscaped garden, and a brick facade.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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2485 Hotel Circle Place, San Diego, CA, 92108
  • Place, University of San Diego
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Living Room)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Living Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(87 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Living Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a door leading to a balcony.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Living Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a grey sofa, a small table, and a grey carpet.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a grey sofa, a small table, and a grey carpet.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

San Diego

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Mission Valley hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of San Diego and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Also, Hotel Circle is within 3 miles (5 km) and Balboa Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Presidio Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hotel Circle - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Whaley House Museum - 3 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 2 min drive
  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 14 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casa de Reyes - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Casa Guadalajara - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Hotel near University of San Diego in San Diego
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area . Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 199 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area offers 199 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 30 per night (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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Up to 5 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area to the airport?

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area is 5.8 mi (15-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area ?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area on Aug 2, 2026 start from CA $181, excluding 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.

Does Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area .

How close is Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area to the beach?

This hotel is 4.9 mi (11-min drive) from Mission Beach and 9 mi (15-min drive) from La Jolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area offer free breakfast?

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area ?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 30 per night.

Does Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area have a pool?

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.

Does Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area to downtown San Diego?

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area is 3.5 mi away from San Diego.

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1291 out of 2764 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 655 out of 2764 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 405 out of 2764 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 216 out of 2764 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 197 out of 2764 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s really nice hotel with breakfast included, but If only it was closer to certain places but great for those who drive or rent a car
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Old Town, Zoo, beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness
The breakfast was good and the staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room excellent Location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is great for families!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neysa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, amazing staff and good breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a little small but very clean. Most of the staff were friendly and location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was always clean.staff was very responsive to issues.breakfast was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

karrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and delicious breakfast! Vert clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close by airport and surrounding areas! Staff was so sweet and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Calandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff and security present.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Estela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time and a good place to stay compared to the place we were staying before.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kerry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly at the time of our trip. It was major construction going on.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shandell D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice and big. Breakfast was alright. Loved the extra space and couch in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good area. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Clean room,Excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Julissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were great! Beds were comfy. Rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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