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Balboa Park Inn

3402 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92103
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Balboa Park Inn
Ranked #39 of 246 hotels in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 225 Reviews
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  • Rooms are clean(3)
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  • Coffee maker(3)
  • Full kitchen(3)
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Houston, Texas
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

The sign out front says "A Unique Bed and Breakfast", but for those familiar with B&Bs you should know that this is more like a hotel or inn, in that you don't get acquainted with the host or sit down to a great breakfast with the other guests. Continental breakfast (store bought pastries and cold cereal) is served with plastic... More

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Fullerton, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We just stayed there and had a good experience. We had the upstairs room with a balcony, right on the corner of the building. The balcony/patio was great for enjoying breakfast. They do have a breakfast option (which was included for our deal) but it isn't much to speak of. They bring you some warmed pastries, cereal, milk, and juice.... More

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Jax, FL
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

Stayed a few years ago and had to make a few changes due to the changing dates & number of others joining me. "Judy" seemed quite annoyed when I had to make changes - however they were not able to accomodate 3 or 4 of us at the time we needed. Was going to stay a few weeks ago and... More

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Tucson
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

The weather sucked during our visit, too, but we took advantage of the Inn's location adjacent to Balboa Park and hiked a four-mile loop that took us through the park and across Cabrillo Bridge. Very nice. This off-the-beaten-track B&B offers travelers the variety of themed rooms and an escape from the mundane SoCal experience. We are pretty conservative and liked... More

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Santa Monica
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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We enjoyed our stay. The staff were fantastic.It was located next to Balboa Park. The room was nicely appointed and very comfortable More

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Wiltshire England
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
1
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To be fair we hit terrible weather in San Diego, it hailed on our second day and this may have coloured our judgement. The patio attached to our room was wasted. But still the B&B could have been better. Most disappointing were the breakfasts which came with unlovely morning pastries and coffee was DIY. The reception was unwelcoming and information... More

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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Every room is a new experience. Great location, excellent shape, responsive staff. More

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New York City
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012
2
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We took a last minute trip to the San Diego Zoo, and arrived in town at 6:00pm on a Saturday with no place to stay. I'm SO glad I checked Trip Advisor and read about the Balboa Park Inn. We were lucky to get their last available room. The place was so great for the low ($99) price that we... More

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Marshfield, Missouri
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012

Reminded me of staying with relatives in an older house, very comfortable. The bed was not your typical hotel bed and the bedding was beautiful. There was quality furniture and Cuisinart cookware. It was surprisingly quiet considering the age and location of the building. Staff are friendly and housekeeping kept the place spotless. Down side? Could have had a slightly... More

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Toms River, New Jersey
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012
2
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I stayed at the Balboa Park Inn for 4-5 nights back in July 2011, and it was great. We stayed in a room facing Balboa Park, on the first floor. The room had a very warm, homey feel. Kind of like staying in the guestroom at your grandmothers house. The bathroom was large, with a jacuzzi tub. it was kind... More

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  • Park Inn Balboa
Address: 3402 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92103
Price range (per night):* RM313 - 693

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