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Balboa Park Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in San Diego, near Port of San Diego

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Elite Studio Suite
Executive Studio Suite
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Lobby
Front of property

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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Junior Room

Junior Room

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Studio Suite

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Elite Studio Suite

Elite Studio Suite

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Comfort Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Twin Room, 1 Single Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Executive Studio Suite

Executive Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
5 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
410 Elm St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caparells Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Harumama Noodles and Buns - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Balboa Park Hotel

Hotel near Waterfront Park
Close to Port of San Diego and San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is Balboa Park Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Balboa Park Hotel?

As of 24 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balboa Park Hotel on 27 July 2025 start from AU$159.89, including 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.

How much is parking at Balboa Park Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Balboa Park Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Balboa Park Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 75 (subject to availability).

Where is Balboa Park Hotel located?

Located in Bankers Hill, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Diego Civic Theatre, Port of San Diego and Waterfront Park. San Diego Bay and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km). Civic Center Station is 11 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 12 minutes.

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Balboa Park Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 413 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 413 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 413 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 413 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 413 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

It’s a nice cozy and convenient place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice room, completely functional for needs. Clean, well equipped. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Very comfortable and great vibes
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

This historic building has been updated and is really beautifully decorated. We strongly recommend reading the posting thoroughly as not all rooms have their own bathroom nor showering facilities, but rather, share with other guests. Fellow guests were respectful, the bed was very comfortable, and the check-in/check-out process was easy. The property is not staffed at all times but we did not have any issues with this. Great quick, easy overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

I would have liked to have a chair in my room. The only place to sit was on the bed. I was also surprised that there was no sir conditioning, but luckily the temperature was not bad. The airplanes constantly flying overhead were very loud. Sharing a bathroom was definitely a new experience, but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10

Horrible place. Not a hotel a scam. Bathroom not in the room. Overpriced for what they provide
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10

They gave me a room I didn’t book & the tv was broken
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10

Would not stay again. Check in very confusing through emails and the room was supposed to be a family suite, but the second bed is on a mezzanine accesible through an attic folding door and the distance bed to ceiling is no more than 3 FT! In the middle of the night, there was noice, apparently homeless people were breaking in, lots of shouting, SD police was called, what a horrible hotel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10

Bad experience. Didn’t stay there, left after seeing and smelling the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Perfect stay! Contactless check in and out. Super clean, comfy bed, big shower. Very conveniently located, great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

The hotel is very central, 5 minutes from the San Diego Airport, and walking distance to Little Italy and downtown. This property doesn’t offer parking; however, there is plenty of street parking and paid parking in the area. Our room was small, but very clean and updated. Small functional bathroom, kitchenette with fridge, microwave, and sink. The ceiling fan came very handy for our June stay. Overall, a very good experience for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

modern at the location and quiet!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

2/10

Check in link didn’t work. Room smelled atrocious, no bathroom was not made clear in reservation. Had to book different place it was so bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Property was amazing and expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10

Not good customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Easy check in once we have the code. Nice and cozy room with very clean washroom. Parking outside is tricky but spots are easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Close to downtown’ SD’s, Gaslamp as noted making all of San Diego’s exciting attractions accessible in the coolest way! And while close to the Highway it’s strikingly quiet!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10

Staying in room 109. This room should be used to keep cleaning stuff, not for living
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Calm
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

I liked the place, if my room had ac I would have been a 5 but the fan worked fine. Anyways pretty good for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025