The Bristol Hotel

3 stars
1055 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101, United States
San Diego, CA
8.0
Very good
based on 1701 reviews
1,701 reviews
Mon 3/11
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Tue 4/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$212
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$212
Double room
$235
King room
$238
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Overview

This modern San Diego hotel is situated within a 10-minute walk of America Plaza San Diego Trolley Station. It is located in the area's popular nightlife district, about a five-minute walk from Emerald Plaza.

This relaxed hotel provides free Wi-Fi, valet parking and an express check-in and check-out feature. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can help with booking tours and tickets. A concierge, luggage storage and laundry facilities are also on offer at the hotel.

The Bristol Hotel San Diego offers 102 rooms, all of which are fitted with a refrigerator and a hair dryer.

Those staying at The Bristol Hotel San Diego can indulge in a drink at Crazi Dazi Martini, after sampling a meal at First Avenue.

The Bristol Hotel San Diego is within walking distance of Bayside at the Embarcadero. The USS Midway Museum, SeaWorld San Diego and San Diego Zoo are a brief drive away.

Latest deals for The Bristol Hotel

Mon 3/11
Tue 4/11
King room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$238
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
$247
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$254
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
$262
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$235
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 double beds
$241
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 double beds
$263
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 double bed
$286
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$212
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Bristol Hotel

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Bristol Hotel

8.0
Very good
1701 verified ratings
Wonderful
768
Very good
346
Good
233
Okay
120
Fair
75
Mediocre
62
Poor
97

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally liked the hotel's location and comfort, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service and cleanliness. Issues such as unhelpful staff, parking difficulties, and inadequate room maintenance were frequently mentioned.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
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Wonderful
Noe, Oct 2019
Pros (+) Clean and nice place. I really liked that they included ear buds, didn't use them but it's nice they thought ahead because the room was right next to a main street and the street traffic woke me up a ...
Cons (-) The breakfast
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Funky rooms, very cool lounge. Free breakfast! Free fancy water cooler and coffee cart for guests in the lobby. Nice area to visit downtown.
3.4
Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) It was centrally located
Cons (-) The room was old, smelled weird, horrible wi-fi that kept kicking us off, mini fridge upon request?! Overall felt the price did not match the quality of room we received. Would NEVER stay here again o...
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Location

1055 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

What's nearby

  • Gaslamp Quarter0.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center1.1 km
  • PETCO Park1.2 km
  • San Diego Air and Space Museum1.5 km
  • San Diego Zoo2 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot4.2 km
  • Naval Training Center San Diego5 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Historic Park5.4 km
  • Shelter Island6 km
  • University of San Diego6.6 km
  • SeaWorld San Diego7.9 km
  • Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery8.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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  • How long should you stay at The Bristol Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Bristol Hotel

  • Where is The Bristol Hotel located?

    The Bristol Hotel is located at 1055 1st Avenue in Core-Columbia, 0.6 km from the centre of San Diego. Gaslamp Quarter is the closest landmark to The Bristol Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Bristol Hotel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Bristol Hotel.

  • Does The Bristol Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Bristol Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Bristol Hotel from the airport?

    The Bristol Hotel is 3.6 km from San Diego. The Bristol Hotel is 26.4 km from Tijuana Rodriguez.

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7.7
0.6 km
San Diego
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