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Balboa Park Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel within easy reach of Port of San Diego

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels
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Free WiFi, bed sheets
At Balboa Park Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Port of San Diego and Petco Park. Also, San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Civic Center Station is 11 minutes and Civic Center Station is 12 minutes.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Refrigerator
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hair dryer
The current price is R1 513
R2 576 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room Full Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
5 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room Twin Bed

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
410 Elm St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 18 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 28 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 42 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 11 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 12 min walk
  • 5th Avenue Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caparells Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Harumama Noodles and Buns - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Balboa Park Hotel

At Balboa Park Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Port of San Diego and Petco Park. Also, San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Civic Center Station is 11 minutes and Civic Center Station is 12 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 6 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 75 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Hotel Occidental
Balboa Park Hotel Hotel
Balboa Park Hotel San Diego
Balboa Park Hotel Hotel San Diego
Hotel Occidental Balboa Park Downtown

Frequently asked questions

Does Balboa Park Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Balboa Park Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Balboa Park Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Balboa Park Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Balboa Park Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Balboa Park Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 75 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What's the area around Balboa Park Hotel like?

Balboa Park Hotel is a short 16-minute walk from Waterfront Park and 10 minutes' walk from San Diego Civic Theatre.

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Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8,0

Very good

8,4/10

Cleanliness

8,6/10

Staff & service

7,2/10

Amenities

8,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7,8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Air conditioning
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Downtown

Reviews

8/10

This place is great! It was what we needed to be be close to sites and have cycling access to San Diego at large. Affordable, super clean, and kind people.
2-night trip

10/10

Cute place in a sketchy neighborhood. No frills, but it suited my needs for this trip.
2-night trip

10/10

Perfect stay! Contactless check in and out. Super clean, comfy bed, big shower. Very conveniently located, great price!
2-night trip

8/10

The room was very small. No parking for customers. It was scary to leaymy car on the main street since we saw homeless people around the streets.
2-night trip

4/10

There was a smell in the room and it would not go away with anything. The lady came to check it out but the smell did not go away.
2-night trip

6/10

The bed was flat and the person that was cleaning up the room just barged in and the check out time was 10 but my itenerary said 11..so
2-night trip

10/10

The room was perfect and great location for a quick day trip
1-night trip

10/10

Was a great stay!
1-night trip

10/10

The hotel was amazing! The atmosphere was unreal and the staff treated us with such kindness.
2-night trip

10/10

Such a cute, convenient place to stay!
2-night trip

10/10

Great location for our travels around the Balboa park area. Had everything we needed plus some.
2-night trip

10/10

Close to cruise line, airport and downtown.
1-night trip

8/10

Room was quite small however only went there to sleep. For the price I thought great value and everything was within walking distance.
4-night trip

10/10

Guy at the front desk was awesome, super quiet place
1-night trip

10/10

Staff was amazing! Room was perfect and roomy!
1-night trip

10/10

Great location and nice room in San Diego. Easy check in process
5-night trip

10/10

Pretty good hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Nice hotel very unique atmosphere rooms were great
1-night trip

10/10

My stay was perfect for my quick trip to San Diego. Felt safe in the building and friendly staff.
2-night trip

10/10

The Balboa is lovely. The staff is very friendly and kind. Our unit was clean and comfortable. If in San Diego for a baseball game, the hotel is a safe and colourful 30 minute stroll from the stadium.
1-night trip

10/10

The Balboa Park Hotel was such a great find! Great location, walking distance to Gas Lamp, Little Italy, Balboa Park and the Zoo. Clean and comfortable room and friendly staff! I highly recommend!
3-night trip

10/10

Affordable and cozy.
1-night trip

10/10

Not easy to find, but quaint and lovely
1-night trip

10/10

It was great
1-night trip

8/10

Room has good facilities. Very clean and comfortable.
1-night trip