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Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $166
$144 nightly
$166 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18

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555 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, two chairs, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a patterned carpet.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Bay View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two chairs, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two chairs, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a patterned carpet.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a patterned carpet.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two chairs, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn is centrally located in San Diego, a 5-minute walk from Waterfront Park and 8 minutes by foot from Maritime Museum of San Diego. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Port of San Diego and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from B Street Cruise Ship Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • America Plaza Trolley Station - 5 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Craft & Commerce - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frost Me Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪False Idol - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ironside Fish & Oyster - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn offers 120 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Piedra Santa Steakhouse serving guests of Best Western Plus Bayside Inn. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Piedra Santa Steakhouse - This steakhouse specializes in Argentinean cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Piedra Santa Steakhouse

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1985
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per day

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

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 30.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Bayside Best Western
Bayside Inn Best Western
Best Western Bayside
Best Western Bayside Inn
Best Western Bayside Plus
Best Western Plus Bayside
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn San Diego
Best Western Plus Bayside San Diego
Best Western Bayside Hotel
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel San Diego
San Diego Best Western
Best Plus Bayside San Diego
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn Hotel
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn San Diego
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn Hotel San Diego

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 667 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1033 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I been traveling all the places and this hote is one of the best places to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice affordable downtown hotel just a short walk to the harbor and has suites to accommodate with sofa beds, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and very well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was clean, pool was nice. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location!! Walking distance to little Italy, bay front and many coffee shops and restaurants. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean and helpful kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and comfortable. Staff were helpful and so friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has a great location, we used the hot tub and it was a lovely add to the hotel. I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, dage parking (costs $30 per day) in attached garage. Can walk to everything: restaurants, museums, ships,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed before - convenient location with onsite parking. Easily walkable from train station. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff & hotel was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and close to the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great rooms good size! Cute balcony! And good covered parking for $60 per night! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy check in , clean rooms and friendly staff. Only down side was they didn’t offer breakfast as advertised
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect for my staycation, walking distance from little Italy and the pier. Excited to come back for my next vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and clean and very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my preferred hotel if I stay downtown. Close to everything, it's great having a balcony (even better if you get one facing the bay), safe and easy parking (yes, there's a cost), staff are helpful and bed/pillows are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The front desk staff was very helpful while allowing me to check in very early. Clean hotel and a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing from our room! The staff was awesome, especially Tracy at the front desk!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Sheets and pillows had blood stains, not aceptable. Staff was friendly and the location is good. Will not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
would def stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026