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About the Hotel

1055 First Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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Rooms & Suites

The Bristol Hotel San Diego offers newly renovated guest rooms with a 1960s Southern California twist. Suites include a king bed with a pillow-top mattress, a separate living area with a pull-out queen sofa, and larger bathrooms with double vanities. All rooms feature 55-inch LCD TVs, in-room refrigerators, Seattle's Best coffee makers, and eco-friendly bath amenities. Top-floor suites have high ceilings and large windows.

Dining & Lobby Lounge

Daisy's Bistro serves California cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The lobby lounge provides a space for coffee and planning the day. Nearby dining options include Asti Ristorante, Civico 1845, and Richard Walker's Pancake House.

Leisure & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is steps from the Gaslamp Quarter, known for nightlife, restaurants, and shopping. Nearby attractions include Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Petco Park, and Seaport Village. The fitness center has Peloton bikes and Technogym equipment.

Location & Transportation

The Bristol Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Gaslamp Quarter and 10 minutes from Santa Fe Depot. San Diego International Airport is 5 km away. Public transport options include trolleys, buses, and rideshares like Uber and Lyft.

Services & Accessibility

The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, valet parking, and same-day dry cleaning. Meeting spaces include the 1,200 sq ft City Scene room. ADA-compliant features include accessible rooms, Braille signage, and visual fire alarms. Service animals are welcome.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
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

All Transportation Options at a Glance

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

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

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
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

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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