The Neon Elm Hotel

Property class: 2

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Neon Elm Hotel

A compact living space with a dining table set for two, a sofa, a wall-mounted TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern dining area with a wooden table, white plates, and a glass of wine. A potted plant is on the left, and a mural of a landscape is on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a large window with a view, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with a black refrigerator, a built-in microwave, and a sink. There is a wooden shelf above the microwave and a small plant on the counter.
A building with a black and white tiled staircase leading to a yellow door, surrounded by greenery and columns.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
The current price is $110
$97 nightly
$110 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14

Explore the area

View in a map
410 Elm St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room Full Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Elite Studio Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Similar properties

About the neighborhood

San Diego

With a stay at The Neon Elm Hotel in San Diego (Bankers Hill), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Balboa Park and a 3-minute drive from Petco Park. .This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from San Diego Convention Center and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from San Diego Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Petco Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Kebab Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • Born And Raised

About this property

The Neon Elm Hotel

The Neon Elm Hotel offers 50 accommodations with hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Limited parking is available onsite.

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 transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

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

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • 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 of 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day (360 ft away)
  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

The Neon Elm Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 66 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Could use a chair or bedside table.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026