In the heart of San Diego, Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside offers a haven for relaxation. Unwind in the spa tub or by the outdoor pool, indulge in American cuisine at Bayside Kitchen + Bar, and enjoy 24-hour access to both fitness and business facilities. Helpful staff have consistently impressed previous guests with their exceptional service.
B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
USS Midway Museum - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 5 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 20 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 31 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 45 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
County Center - Little Italy Station - 7 min walk
America Plaza Trolley Station - 15 min walk
Middletown Station - 17 min walk
Restaurants
Mona Lisa Italian Restaurant - 4 min walk
Kettner Exchange - 4 min walk
Bayside Kitchen & Bar - 1 min walk
The Waterfront Bar & Grill - 3 min walk
Postino - 3 min walk
About this property
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Bayside Kitchen + Bar, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a hot tub. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: County Center - Little Italy Station is 7 minutes away.
At a glance
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Hotel size
204 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered onsite valet parking (USD 60.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:30 AM
Bayside Kitchen + Bar - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 60 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 18 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 125.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay)
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 60.00 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Also known as
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown/Bayside
Hilton Garden San Diego Downtown/Bayside
Hilton Garden Downtown/Bayside
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside CA Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown/Bayside Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside CA
Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 125.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 60.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside and nearby?
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a hot tub and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside?
Yes, Bayside Kitchen + Bar offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside like?
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside is in Downtown San Diego, a short 5-minute drive from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and 13 minutes' walk from Port of San Diego. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The property's proximity to the airport was a significant advantage for guests. (8 reviews)
The property is near many great restaurants and has a convenient in-house restaurant with an excellent breakfast. (6 reviews)
The property has an excellent gym and a nice pool area. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
Perfect for a couple
Perfectly located, clean and overall nice for a short stay.
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
The Perfect Spot
I was very surprised it does not look like your typical Hilton. Very modern right by the ships in downtown the perfect spot. I will definitely come back
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Great stay.
Valentina
Valentina, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Convenient to airport
Chad
Chad, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 14, 2025
My friends and I book this hotel whenever they come to visit me. We love the location and the harbor view so much that we wanted this hotel to be our go-to for
Abby
Abby, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Great location, accommodating customer srrvice and clean comfortable rooms.
Suzette
Suzette, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
war insgesamt ein angenehmer Aufenthalt
Azhar
Azhar, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 12, 2025
Never again
I will never use this hotel. Horrible service
Reason for booking was to enjoy the view and got a room with a wall view. No customer service at all. This is pretty much a motel 6 with higher rates.
Ramon
Ramon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
The property was very clean and staff were friendly. Food was delicious at the restaurant.
Kersteen
Kersteen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Everything so close, pool was beautiful!! And restaurant in hotel very delicious food
JANET ANN
JANET ANN, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
This was a lovely location to stay at for a work trip.
Kelsey
Kelsey, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Beautiful hotel and great staff
DAVID
DAVID, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Comfortable Stay. Hotel is beautiful with warm and welcoming staff. The location is good and walking distance to some of the tourist attractions. I had a pleasant stay
Olufunmilola
Olufunmilola, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Close to airport
Isabelle
Isabelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Great Hotel overall.
Seidy
Seidy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2025
Excellent place
Ivonne
Ivonne, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
Receptionist was a nice.
Akiko
Akiko, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Excellent service
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Very clean and friendly staff. Location was walkable for many dining options and sight seeing.
Henry
Henry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Amazing experience
Onome
Onome, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Excellent location to airport and downtown. Quiet, stayed night before flying home.
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Free parking across the street!
Wesley
Wesley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2025
Would stay here again
Scherwin
Scherwin, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
En general bien, el hotel esta bien localizado y su personal atiende de manera amablo