The LOCATION, in the Hillcrest neighborhood, is absolutely A++++ Everything you might need, from Kinkos and Trader Joes to a couple of thrift stores, a post office, and lots and lots are cafes and restaurants are just an easy walk or drive away. The off-street parking is free and right next to the Inn. There is super easy freeway access... more

This hotel has a lot of character, but it’s not the sort you’d find in, say, an urban boutique hotel. There’s nothing “put on” about this place; it's not trendy and it doesn't have attitude. I found the furniture and decor (including ample bouquets of artificial flowers) pretty tacky/kitschy, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and in... more

We arrived on Friaday, Oct. 23rd at 2:45 pm. Alan at the front desk provided us with all the info we needed. (directions, maps, how far to the nearest store). What a helpful employee. We had reserved the Country Talk mini suite. WOW!!! 4 rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, king size bed in a roomy bedroom, living room with a... more

It was more than I expected. We walked to Balboa Park every day and walked to University Ave for dinner each evening. Because of the close proximity to the zoo we were able to take our time wondering the zoo over 2 days and never felt rushed. It was simple to take public transportation to the beach. The staff were... more

We just got back from a brief 2 night vacation in San Diego. We chose the Balboa Park Inn because it was right next to the park and the price was excellent. We stayed in the City Lights Room. The room was very clean and well equipped. The weather was delightful so we just opened the windows and did not... more

Our recent visit to the Balboa Park Inn was totally delightful!! Our huge suite was tasteful; bright, roomy and very comfortable. The decorations were quite pleasing, the furnishings charming and functional. More like a home than any motel, yet the level of privacy is well beyond what can be offered by any bed and breakfast. Everything was CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN!!... more

My husband and I wanted to spend the weekend in San Diego and visit the zoo, so the Balboa Park Inn was in the perfect location, within 5 minutes' walking distance of the zoo and the rest of Balboa Park. I wasn't quite sure what to expect because some reviewers had said that the Inn was old and funky, but... more

This was my fourth visit to the Balboa Park Inn, staying in a different room each time. This trip I chose a mini suite (Monet's), with living room (two recliners and sofa), kitchen with full size refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot and toaster and small and very comfortable queen-bedded room. Everything was immaculately clean (the shade in the bedroom didn't always... more

My husband and I traveled the coast along Rte 1 for a week. We stayed in 5 hotels along the way and this was definitely our favorite. We stayed in the Aruba Room ($99 a night). The room is small but the bathroom is gigantic. There is a whilpool tub, which felt great after a long day of walking around.... more