The Bristol Hotel San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego — San Diego
1055 1st Ave, San Diego
Voyza AI summary
The Bristol Hotel San Diego is a 4-star hotels in San Diego. Guest sentiment is solid at 8.4/10 based on 1,473 guest reviews. Exploration and Entertainment With valet parking and proximity to San Diego Civic Theater and Convention Center, guests can easily explore the city's attractions and enjoy dining, shopping, and activities. Practical perks include parking options, on-site dining.
About The Bristol Hotel San Diego
Prime Location in Downtown San Diego
The Bristol Hotel, adjacent to Gaslamp Quarter, Marina, and Little Italy, offers a boutique experience at the heart of the city.
Sustainability and Convenience
Renovated guest rooms with LCD TV, fridge, and coffee maker, along with eco-friendly bath amenities, provide a comfortable and environmentally conscious stay.
Exploration and Entertainment
With valet parking and proximity to San Diego Civic Theater and Convention Center, guests can easily explore the city's attractions and enjoy dining, shopping, and activities.
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Rooms & rates

Fab King Room
Room Only

Fab Two Doubles Room
Room Only

Cool King Room
Room Only

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Primo)
Room Only

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Primo)
Room Only

Primo King Room
Room Only
Amenities
Location
Map and distance table use the property coordinates. Miles are straight-line (great-circle), not driving distance—confirm routes in your maps app.
Address
1055 1st Ave, San Diego
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Distance table
Source: OpenStreetMap Nominatim.
Neighborhood
The Bristol Hotel San Diego sits in San Diego, placing guests inside a defined metro market with its own dining clusters, transit spine, and visitor corridors. As a Hotels, The Bristol Hotel San Diego is typically chosen for access to both the immediate blocks around the building and the wider San Diego activity zones travelers care about. Straight-line miles in the tables below are computed from coordinates returned by the geocoder; real routing, traffic, and terminal time will differ—treat them as orientation, not ETA guarantees. Neighborhood character shifts by block: central business districts skew toward meetings and dining strips, resort corridors skew toward leisure venues, and airport-adjacent pockets skew toward quick turnarounds. When planning days in San Diego, pair the nearby lists with your maps app so you can compare walking, transit, and rideshare options block by block.
Guest reviews
Cleanliness
7.9Several reviews mentioned issues like black mold in the shower and cleanliness not feeling deep enough.
Service
9.3Staff received positive mentions for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.4Location is frequently praised for its convenience and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.3Rooms were generally considered roomy and comfortable, though some layouts were odd.
Amenities
7.8Amenities like a coffee machine were appreciated, but some basic items were lacking.
Value for Money
8.3Value is considered good for the location but some guests felt basic amenities were missing.
Food and Beverage
7.4Limited food options were noted, with a lack of breakfast service mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.8The overall experience was generally positive despite some drawbacks.
What guests liked
What could be better
Policies & house rules
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: 04:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Internet
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Children and extra bed policy
- Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot. You haven't added any extra beds. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parking
- Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 42 per day.
Frequently asked questions
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