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The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 star property
3.5-star boutique hotel near San Diego Convention Center

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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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)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Fab)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 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
(77 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 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

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Cool)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Accessible

Suite, Accessible

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

San Diego

Heart of San Diego.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll find San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego. Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seaport Village - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

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

3.5-star boutique hotel near San Diego Convention Center
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 5005 square feet (465 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the boutique The Bristol Hotel San Diego. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 5005 sq ft of conference space
  • 465 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Convenience store
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Bristol Hotel San Diego offers 114 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 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 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 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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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

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

How close is The Bristol Hotel San Diego to the airport?

The Bristol Hotel San Diego is 3.3 mi (14-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 The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bristol Hotel San Diego on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $223, 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 The Bristol Hotel San Diego have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bristol Hotel San Diego.

How close is The Bristol Hotel San Diego to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (18-min drive) from Mission Beach and 12.6 mi (25-min drive) from La Jolla Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego offer free breakfast?

The Bristol Hotel San Diego does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at The Bristol Hotel San Diego?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 42 per day.

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego have a pool?

The Bristol Hotel San Diego does not have a pool.

Does The Bristol Hotel San Diego have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Bristol Hotel San Diego to downtown San Diego?

The Bristol Hotel San Diego is 0.1 mi away from San Diego.

The Bristol Hotel San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 923 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1549 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved the bristol. Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Amenities
Requested early check-in and was told it would be granted by one person on the phone, then told it couldn't be by another, then was finally given to me after I complained about the poor communication. I will not stay here again if I am ever visiting in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

David

I won’t leave a scathing message. I’ll just say that cleanliness and maintenance a bit more work. Beautiful view and nice location as long as you do reserve parking
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Austin Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and courteous staff. Only complaint is it wasn’t advertised as going through a remodeling so at times it was quite loud with combination of regular street noise, next door rooms, plus the construction going on (during daytime). Location however is excellent for quickly walking or catching a train across the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, nice location, cozy space
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Amber

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was great but the lobby is undergoing some type of work or renovation, the ceiling in the lobby needs work also but I frequent here and love it so I don’t mind
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Anne

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Phillip

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Centrally located. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, great location, great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel friendly staff excellent location downtown
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Karina

My Versace Glasses went missing after the valet took my car to park, no one else had been in my car before or after I stayed at the hotel, and my glasses were missing I notice the next morning at my home what sucks it’s who ever stoled them can’t even used them because there prescription sun glasses. The staff inside was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional and the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel, but well appointed. Staff is extremely professional and friendly. Would like to have more control over the air-conditioning and they should have some sort of free drink or snack in the lobby, but are the ones a very good deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

The room was v
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Main room and bathroom were very clean. The room is welcoming and & has a very comfortable king size bed & pillows. The staff at the deck are friendly & helpful. Hotel is being renovated, The hotel is very central and is an easy walk to areas such as the Historic Gaslamp, restaurants, bars & wharf.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sothearos

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice room, clean bathroom and good location. WiFi was very spotty at best and the thermostat didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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