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500 West Hotel

500 W Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
500 West Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 3.2 out of 5 based on 344 reviews from 8 sources
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Value: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
Room: Rating of 2.8 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Based on 344 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 3.2 out of 5

    "It was an absolutely great experience and I would highly recommend staying here to anybody that asked." source Skoosh

    "I would recommend paying a little extra and get a hotel room somewhere else." source Hotels.com

    "It is right in the heart of downtown, very easy access to everything, the gaslamp district, Horton Plaza Mall, boutiques, restaurants and minutes away from the Harbor where you can catch the ferry to Coronado Island (highly recommended) and bikes/vespa rental." source Travelocity

    "I would not recommend this hotel to anyone." source Expedia

    "I would recommend it if you are looking for a cheap place to stay." source Hotels.com

  • Clean: Rating of 3.6 out of 5

    "pro: near to all sights, clean contra: no placve to meet other people, wifi 6 dollar a day, tax not included, better place: international hostel san diego." source Hostelworld

    "My room was basic, but very clean and with everything I required." source Hostelworld

    "You have to share bathroom like in a dorm, by the end of the day bathrooms are not clean any more, and you might have to wait to take a shower in the morning." source Skoosh

    "It is perfect for me to just find a comfortable and clean place to sleep." source Skoosh

    "community bathrooms but very clean as staff is constantly cleaning them." source Hotels.com

  • Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5

    "Clean room, friendly staff and convenience." source Priceline

    "The value I received at this property was unparalleled, and the service was accommodating, especially at a point when I needed to change my room type." source Venere

    "The room was cleaned very well, but the bathroom service was inconsistent." source Travelocity

    "It is possible that social services uses this hotel to get homeless people off the street." source Expedia

    "and American square trolley station is just round the corner and you're connected to most public transportation services." source Venere

  • Location: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Everything was great, the staff friendly, my room was alright, and it was in a prime location for getting the trolley to the Convention Center and the Gaslamp area." source Hostelworld

    "The staff were polite and helpful, good location close to the harbor, convention center and the gas lamp district." source Skoosh

    "I really like the location, the restaurant and the staff who are all very pleasant." source Hotels.com

    "Location is great in downtown San Diego." source Hotels.com

    "very cheap, and good location." source Hotels.com

  • Value: Rating of 3.7 out of 5

    "Our room was microscopic and noisy but if you can stand having the bathrooms down the corridor, this is the best value in town." source Venere

    "NO parkinglot of there own have to use the parking structure next to the hotel that cost $20 everytime you go out." source Travelocity

    "I stayed here for 2 nights on August 8-9th and the rooms were small but for the price its what you get." source Expedia

    "We went here because it is the best price you're going to find on a hotel in downtown San Diego." source Venere

    "Poor value even for the money, I recommend paying a bit more and go somewhere else, or you might as well stay at a real hostel." source Travelocity

More information on 500 West Hotel

The 500 West Hotel is 100% smoke free property. This historic hotel is located in Downtown San Diego, just blocks away from the San Diego Convention Center, shopping, San Diego Harbor, the Gaslamp District and public transportation. 500 West is a European style hotel (with detached private bathrooms) with a very unique blend of amenities at a very affordable rate. The hotel offers 259 rooms in a six story building. The hotel shares this renovated 1920 building with a full-service YMCA (minimal surcharge applies). Wireless internet through out the hotel, and a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner M-F.(Weekends is open till 7-am-2.00pm). An urban European-style hotel with 259 contemporary guestrooms with detached private bathrooms, fitness center, cafe and lounge. Located in a national registered historic landmark building. 500 WEST is situated in the heart of Downtown San Diego. Adjacent to the San Diego Harbor 500 WEST is just blocks from Little Italy the historic Gaslamp entertainment district, Horton Plaza Mall, and Seaport Village. The San Diego Convention Center is a short walk from hotel. It is an ideal location for the independent savvy traveler and long term guests. A recently completed multi-million dollar renovation has restored many of the beautiful features of this 1924 landmark building. As guests walk through the doors they are greeted with a sense of synergy and the feeling they have found a true inner city retreat. The living room style lobby is tastefully appointed with contemporary furnishings and is an ideal place for casual conversations. The warm lighting certainly sets the mood with a unique design that allows guest to meet fellow travelers and discuss the days events or where to go in the evening. On the rare cool night in San Diego cozy up in front of fireplace on a large ottoman- one of the many nooks guests can enjoy. When its time to retire guest will find themselves in rooms with sleek- modern furniture that combine European style and affordability. The simple crisp palette of colors and materials soothe the senses- enhanced by the fragrant light breezes from the San Diego Bay. Guests fall softly to sleep on pillow-top mattresses and custom linens. Each 500 WEST guest room is tastefully furnished with flat-screen televisions, internet access and imported platform beds. Individual shared bathroom is fitted with every amenity and complimentary toiletries. A stay at 500 WEST will refresh the budget-minded world traveler. As an independently owned and operated property it provide the guests with exceptional service and value. Its an exciting one-of-a-kind California experience. PLEASE NOTE: A security deposit of $125.00 is required upon check in, refundable at check out with no damage to room or unpaid telephone or lost key charges. A credit card is required at check-in. Self parking is available in a adjacent parking garage from $15 per 24 hour period without in and out privileges.

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

259 rooms.259

Total Floors:

6 floors.

Rooms:

Family Room:Our family room has 2 sets of bunk beds with detached bathrooms. It is perfect for a family of up to four wishing to stay close while enjoying the city. The room has two sets of bunk beds, high speed wireless internet access, digital telephone w/data port, refrigerator (on request) and housekeeping service with downtown and courtyard views. Bring your laptop and your favorite DVD's to unwind at night.Full Size Room:All beds come with detached private bathrooms. Rooms with One Double Bed include, Cable/satellite TV, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Housekeeping (daily), Makeup mirror, Hair dryer (on request) Desk/Work area, Flat screen TV with 36 basic channels, Telephone, and wireless internet in all rooms.Single Room:All beds come with detached private bathrooms. Rooms with One Twin Bed include, Cable/satellite TV, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Housekeeping (daily), Makeup mirror, Hair dryer (on request) Desk/Work area, Flat screen TV with 36 basic channels, Telephone, and wireless internet in all rooms.2 Twin Beds:All beds come with detached private bathrooms. Rooms with 2 Twin Beds include, Cable/satellite TV, Voice mail, Wake-up calls, Housekeeping (daily), Makeup mirror, Hair dryer (on request) Desk/Work area, Flat screen TV with 36 basic channels, Telephone, and wireless internet in all rooms.

Reservations

IB

Cancellation Policy

-48 hours, In case of no show or late cancellation, 1 night will be charged on your credit card (room & tax). Local Taxes are not included in the Total Price.

Directions

Adjacent to the San Diego Harbor 500 WEST is just blocks from Little Italy the historic Gaslamp entertainment district, Horton Plaza shopping, Seaport Village and the cruise ship terminal. The San Diego Convention Center is a short 5 minute walk from hotel. It is an ideal location for the independent savvy traveler and long term guests.

Area

San Diego

Dining

Grand Central CafeThe Grand Central Cafe just off of the 500 West lobby is open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week. A favorite among San Diego city dwellers and business people alike, the menu is simple, healthy and hearty. When you're in a hurry, there's almost always one empty seat at the counter. Or grab it to go and enjoy a quiet meal in your room.; Hours of Operation - 7am to 2pm.

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