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1055 First Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

The Bristol Hotel San Diego, a 4-star hotel near the airport, is located 3 miles from San Diego International Airport and a 10-minute walk from Santa Fe Depot. This downtown San Diego boutique hotel is less than a block from the Gaslamp Quarter, with easy access to the State and Federal Courthouses, Financial and Marina districts, and the San Diego Convention Center, 0.5 miles away.

Retro-Inspired Accommodations

The Bristol San Diego - A Boutique Hotel offers newly renovated guest rooms celebrating the 1960s with a Southern California twist. Suites feature a king bed with a pillow-top mattress, separate living area, and larger bathrooms with double vanities. Fab Double rooms include two full-sized beds, sitting area, and eco-friendly bath amenities.

On-Site Dining

Daisy's Bistro serves California cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on-site. The lobby lounge provides a spot for coffee and planning daily activities, with Seattle's Best coffee available in all rooms. Nearby dining options include Asti Ristorante, Meze Greek Fusion, and Richard Walker's Pancake House.

Nearby Attractions

Balboa Park, home to the San Diego Zoo and Museum of Art, is a short distance from The Bristol Hotel. Guests can explore the Gaslamp Quarter's nightlife or visit Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres. Seaport Village offers waterfront shopping and dining 1.3 miles away.

Business Amenities

The Bristol Hotel - A Boutique Hotel features a 1215-square-foot City Scene meeting room with floor-to-ceiling windows. Business travelers access complimentary Wi-Fi, a fitness center, and valet parking for $42 per night. ADA-compliant facilities include accessible guest rooms and public spaces with visual alarms and Braille signage.

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Fab King Room
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Cool King Room
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
35 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Primo King Room
2 persons
39 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre
San Diego 1.4 km
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 4.5 km
El Cajon (CJN) 24.9 km
Train
Santa Fe Depot600 m
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location info

1055 First Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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1055 First Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
Nearby
Harbor Drive & G Street
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
440 m
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art
580 m
Restaurants
Tender Greens
30 m
110 W Broadway
Currant American Brasserie
120 m
140 W Broadway
Dobson's Bar & Restaurant
190 m
956 Broadway Circle
St Tropez Bakery & Bistro
240 m
600 W Broadway Ste.130
Tapas & Beers
230 m
926 Broadway Circle
Pinzimini
230 m
910 Broadway Cir
The Local Eatery and Drinking Hole
310 m
1065 4th Ave
Resident Brewing
310 m
1065 4th Ave
Urban India
340 m
750 5th Ave
Gaslamp Fish House
340 m
411 Broadway
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