Hilton San Diego Bayfront

4.3
8997 reviews

About

Hotel
Featuring guest rooms that are authentically San Diego in their design, our hotel is conveniently located adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center. We are also situated across from the Padres’ Petco Park and the bustling Downtown Gaslamp Quarter, which is within walking distance. Enjoy stunning bay and city views, relaxing leisure facilities, extensive meeting space, and unique dining venues. Amenities include WiFi, comfortable Hilton Serenity beds and HDTVs. Upgrade to a spacious suite for a separate living area and enhanced amenities. Daily Mandatory Destination Charge includes: Premium internet; daily $15 food & beverage credit for use in hotel restaurants & bars; 1-hour bicycle/kayak rental; bike locker rental; transportation to Coronado Island; PressReader; 1 water bottle per guest (up to 4) refillable at stations in hotel.

Location

Hilton San Diego Bayfront
1 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA
92101, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
8,997 reviews
5 stars
5,384
4 stars
2,086
3 stars
643
2 stars
307
1 star
577

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Staff Service

Mixed reviews on staff service; some praised individual employees for their helpfulness, while others reported rude or unhelpful interactions.

Cleanliness Issues

Numerous complaints about room cleanliness, including reports of dirty bathrooms, unclean bedding, and even bed bugs.

Room Quality

Rooms described as outdated and lacking basic amenities like refrigerators, with some guests noting issues with comfort and maintenance.

Location

Generally positive feedback on the hotel's location, with many appreciating its proximity to downtown attractions and the waterfront.

Check-in Experience

Long wait times reported during check-in, with some guests expressing frustration over the process.
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    Lexi Rose
    2 days ago
    5.0
    This hotel went above and beyond to maintain a deeply inclusive environment for me as someone accompanied by a medical alert service dog. They welcomed us at check in with a surprise gift bag for my dog, with a little toy and some healthy treats that her grain/wheat/soy free diet does allow, which I thought was incredibly thoughtful. The plastics in the facility are biodegradable, and The Cannery had a delicious gluten free Lemon Meringue Tart. The hotel in general was extremely accomplished for both myself as a wheat intolerant and dairy intolerant guest, and my vegetarian classmate seemed well accommodated for also in the moments I saw. The atmosphere was wonderful, there was no shortage of care or consideration, and I'm overall very pleased with the quality of this experience. I was here for only two days during a school business trip with Cal State University Fullerton for a humanities career conference, but I will certainly be coming back to tour more of this city in the future and I will be booking with the Hilton in comfort that my service dog and I will be in excellent hands. Thank you so much for upholding the standard of care that you showed us this weekend. It truly does make a difference. 💯🙏🏻
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    Brad Williams
    Nov 12, 2025
    5.0
    Exceptional Service from Karin Bergendahl aka Miss Concierge I had an outstanding experience at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront thanks to the exceptional customer service provided by Karin Bergendahl at the concierge desk. She went above and beyond during my visit, personally guiding me through the hotel to ensure I found exactly where I needed to go. Karin was warm, professional, and incredibly helpful. Her level of care and attention made a huge difference in my day. Hilton is lucky to have her on their team. Highly recommend connecting with Karin if you need anything during your stay, she embodies true hospitality.
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    Jason Osburn
    Nov 11, 2025
    5.0
    Great hotel right on the bay. Really clean and lick, updated decor. Rooms were very comfy and had everything desired. Fantastic location with gorgeous views. Walking distance to tons of restaurants and bars downtown. Two great bars/restaurants available, both with great views and a fun specialty cocktail selection. This hotel also has great spaces for conferences, and a nice pool! Highly recommend.
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    Chris Carson
    Nov 6, 2025
    5.0
    Location is nice - right next to the convention center and a mile walk to the shopping center. It is also easy to get to/from the airport quickly. The walk to the Gas Light district is also short and easy. The room was nice and the bed comfortable. My room also had a view of the bay, which was lovely. They give you cards to exchange for water bottles which is weird but there are refill stations on floors 1-5. The water temperature from the machines was room temperature and the rooms didn't have a mini fridge, so expect that. I ate the the restaurant on the 1st floor pretty much daily and that was nice. The food was tasty and the staff quickly and friendly. The shop next to the restaurant has a good variety of snacks. The shop on the first floor was very expensive (I paid $30 for sunscreen) but has the little items we frequently forget. The pool felt a little small but was overall pleasant. I had no complaints about it besides that I could swim across the pool in 8 strokes, but thats a me issue more than anything. There is also a hot tub and kids play area. The pool bar made good drinks. The view from the pool is quite nice as well.
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    Daja Fountain
    Nov 2, 2025
    1.0
    So the only thing good about this place was the location and the rooms that’s it. First I spoke with a lady named Jordan on the phone and she said as long as I can check in online then I would be able to get a physical key with my ID . But of course it didn’t work out so once i drove two in a half hours to get there i had to give them my card which I told her why I needed to avoid having a card on file … next I spoke to the manager Stephanie she was very rude and spoke to me like a peasant because I was the guest on the Diamond members account what I needed didn’t matter so I ended up still putting a card on file and no even getting compensation for one day of parking which is $50 a day for self parking. Lastly I was in a very expensive and beautiful wedding and the people who worked at the wedding had terrible customer service as well I don’t know if they have anything to do with hilton but I just wanted to add that in.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hilton San Diego Bayfront

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton San Diego Bayfront?

Check-in time is at 4:00 PM and check-out time is at 11:00 AM.

Is Hilton San Diego Bayfront accessible for guests with mobility impairments?

Yes, the hotel offers accessible parking and accessible elevators to accommodate guests with mobility needs.