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Balboa Park Inn


Balboa Park Inn
3402 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92103

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5 of 5 stars
Moorpark, California
23 Jun 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Since we were only staying in San Diego one night and didn't need a lot of space we opted for the $99 Aruba room. The room is small, but it's in the very back of the hotel and extremely private. We had no disturbances or noise what-so-ever while we were in the room, it was great! The bathroom is huge... more

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4 of 5 stars
Phoenix, AZ
18 Jun 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I found this hotel on TripAdvisor and got pretty much what I expected. I stayed in the City Lights room for two nights. Everything was clean. Liked the fridge, microwave, free Wi-Fi. Location was convenient next to Zoo & Park. Very cute little neighborhood, but still close drive to beaches. Everyone was friendly. Felt safe for a girl traveling alone.... more

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5 of 5 stars
san jose, ca
15 Jun 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

The Balboa Park Inn is heavenly! Quiet, clean, friendly and fabulous are only a few of the words that can describe this unique lodging. Close to the happening and hip University Avenue, across the street from the Zoo, I can't say enough about how much I loved staying in this hotel. Our room had a living room, a bedroom and... more

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5 of 5 stars
Bournemouth
23 May 2009

I stayed at the Balboa Park Inn for 3 nights during a trip to San Diego. I was very happy with everything, the location was great for Balboa Park, the room was lovely and the kitchenette very well equipped. The staff were extremely helpful and the breakfast in the morning more than welcome! I would definitely come again. more

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5 of 5 stars
Rijswijk
11 May 2009
2/3 found this review helpful

We choose this hotel because of the location (really at the border of Balbao Park) and the variety of rooms. The rooms are located in several old buildings and are all different. We had Suite Sanctuary with full kitchen which was very nice. The price is relatively low, the service is good. The bedroom was not at the streetside and... more

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2 of 5 stars
Ventura County, CA
15 Apr 2009
1/2 found this review helpful

The Inn's location is convenient and the excellent staff are friendly and helpful. We spent three nights in the Beach House room, which was relatively secluded and devoid of outside noise. Getting to the Beach House required a walk through a narrow "canyon" between two buildings whose sides are heavily covered with undisguised pipes (for water, gas, etc.). The path... more

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4 of 5 stars
Kelowna
24 Mar 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

We spent 1 week in San Diego. We booked the Balboa Park Inn because of it was close to Balboa Park. It was wonderful to walk to the Park and enjoy the zoo, museums and other attractions. We purchased some food and beverages and enjoyed a snack on the sunny terrace in the afternoon. The room was spacious and clean.... more

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5 of 5 stars
Half Moon Bay,CA
25 Feb 2009
3/4 found this review helpful

This is a truly hidden jewel. It is one of the most unique and welcoming Inns that I have ever stayed. I have been coming to the Balboa Park Inn for over 20 years and it just becomes lovelier with each visit. This is because the general manager and owner, Mr. Ed Wilcox is passionate and meticulous about the Inn... more

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2 of 5 stars
Palm Springs, CA
5 Feb 2009
4/7 found this review helpful

This Inn has a seven day cancellation policy!! Four days prior to our scheduled stay we learned we would not be able to make our trip to San Diego. We called to cancel right away and were told we could not have any part of our deposit returned. After learning this I informed the manager, since we were not able... more

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5 of 5 stars
Fairhope, AL
2 Feb 2009
5/5 found this review helpful

Before I booked my room at the Balboa Park Inn, I was told that the owner/manager loves to lavish attention on his rooms, and this is definitely the case. Each room in this remarkable B&B is uniquely stamped with its own personality -- Paris in the 30s, the American Southwest, the islands, the African veldt -- each with its own... more

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3402 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92103
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