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500 W Broadway
San Diego 92101
United States of America
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Get's the job done.
It's alright if you don't mind trading quality and privacy for price.
crack house is what we jokingly nicknamed this hotel
when i saw the pictures of this hotel online i was impressed. when i walked up to the hotel i saw a nice place. when we got on the elevator to go up to the room it was a bit scary and when we got off and walked down the hallways we had a look of shock on our faces. it smelt musty and old, the carpets were old, it felt old. when we opened the door to our room we were in shock. i saw the pictures online and it was nothing like i had expected. the bed was very uncomfortable and it felt like we were in an 8x8 jail cell. it was mid july and there was no air conditioning so we had to open a window that dropped down 4 storys with no bars or screen. the bathrooms were something you would think of in an old gym or military baracks. we didnt recieve any rags so we had to wash with our hands. i had came to spend time with my husband before he deployed and we decided not to spend our few days together at a place like that. we stayed the first night in his baracks on base on a twin size bed. our hotel room was that bad. the next morning i packed my things from the hotel and we found a condo that was much nicer.
Neighbourhood recommendations: mission beach is a great place with nice condos and attractions
Getting around: we rented a rental car to get around because taxi cabs cost 2.50 per mile. be sure to bring a gps because we would be so lost with out it
Great Location Will Stay Every Time I'm in San Diego
The hotel is a hostel located in a historic building a block from the train station and blocks from a lot of activies. The rooms are very basic and the extremely clean private bathroom facilities are down the hall. If necessary, bring your own reading lamp. There are kichen facilities to use on the 2nd floor. The staff is extremely helpful and pleasant. Great bargain! I'll be back
Neighbourhood recommendations: Gaslamp quarter, Little Italy and Old Town are very close. USS Midway is within walking distance.
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Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Property Amenities
This downtown San Diego hotel is five blocks from the restaurants and nightlife of Gaslamp Quarter, eight blocks from the San Diego Convention Center, and nine blocks from Petco Park. San Diego Bay and the Embarcadero are five blocks away; Santa Fe Depot and a trolley station are one block from the hotel.
The 500 West Hotel shares a renovated 1920s landmark building with a full-service YMCA (surcharge). Wireless Internet access is available in the lobby area. A restaurant serves all meals. A common-area gourmet kitchen, dining area, and living room with a 50-inch flat-screen TV are on site. Outside, guests have access to a large courtyard area.
Self parking is available (surcharge) in an adjacent parking lot with no in/out privileges.
Accessibility Options
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.
Rooms
The 500 West Hotel offers 259 guestrooms in a six-story building Accommodations feature views of the harbor, downtown, or courtyard. Modern interiors includes platform beds and work areas; large windows open. Detached private bathrooms with showers are accessed by room keys (there is approximately one bathroom for every three rooms, inspected/cleaned regularly).
Amenities include 13-inch flat-screen televisions and phones with voice mail.
Room Amenities
Dining
Grand Central Café - Located off the lobby. Casual dining. American and Mexican fare.
Recreation
The hotel shares a building with a full-service YMCA (minimal surcharge applies). The YMCA features an indoor basketball court, running track, steam room, sauna, and spa tub, as well as free weights and numerous fitness machines. Yoga and stretching classes are also offered.
Bay-front running and cycling paths are located along the Embarcadero, five blocks from the hotel. Local beaches such as Mission Bay Aquatic Park and Balboa Park offer numerous recreational activities. Coronado Beach is 6.5 miles away, and Coronado Golf Course (open to the public) is six miles away.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are 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.
Standard one twin bed - shared bathroom
| One twin bed. Harbor, downtown, or courtyard view. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable television. Flat-screen television. Work area. Voice mail. Window opens. Detached private bathroom. |
Standard two twin - shared bathroom
| Two twin beds. Harbor, downtown, or courtyard view. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable television. Flat-screen television. Work area. Voice mail. Window opens. Detached private bathroom. |
Standard Full size bed - shared bathroom
| One double bed. Harbor, downtown, or courtyard view. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable television. Flat-screen television. Work area. Voice mail. Window opens. Detached private bathroom. |
One Full bed w/city view-shared bathroom
| One double bed. City view. Desk. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable television. Flat-screen television. Voice mail. Window opens. Shared bathroom. |
One twin w/ city view - shared bathroom
| One twin bed. City view. Desk. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable television. Flat-screen television. Voice mail. Window opens. Shared bathroom. |
Two Twin w/City View - shared bathroom
| Two twin beds. City view. Desk. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable television. Flat-screen television. Voice mail. Window opens. Detached private bathroom. |
Single Room No TV -shared bathroom
| 1 bed. Voice mail. Shared bathroom. Makeup/shaving mirror. Refrigerator (on request). Non-smoking only. |