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WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park

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WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park, 1110 A Street, San Diego, CA -(888) 420-1643
Area: Gaslamp Quarter
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HOTEL RATING: 
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3.95 out of 5 (50 Ratings)
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The Spotlight on WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park

Stylish Comfort Near San Diego’s Music Scene

Modern and relaxed, WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park offers a comfortable base just steps from the heart of downtown San Diego. Located only a mile from Balboa Park and close to the city’s top attractions, this 3-star resort blends convenience with a laid-back Southern California vibe. With a fitness center, sunny terrace, and well-equipped rooms featuring kitchenettes, it's a great spot to unwind after a night of live music.

Why Concert-goers love it

Music lovers appreciate the hotel’s proximity to popular venues like the House of Blues and The Observatory North Park, both just a short ride away. The central location means you can walk or hop on quick rideshares to most shows. After the encore, enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep — guests report the area is surprisingly quiet for downtown. With 24-hour front desk service and a check-in time of 4:00 PM, you can roll in comfortably on show day.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends looking to stay central and explore the music scene
  • Solo travelers catching a dream show
  • Couples planning a weekend around a concert
  • Fans who want a quieter space to recover post-show
  • Budget-conscious travelers wanting resort-style amenities without splurging

Food and Drink Options

While there’s no on-site restaurant, each room is equipped with a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker — perfect for late-night snacks. The hotel is within walking distance to plenty of local eateries, from taco joints to breakfast cafés open late. Need something in-room? Stock up nearby and keep it chilled for after the show.

Nightlife Options

You're never far from a good time here. The Gaslamp Quarter — San Diego’s nightlife hotspot — is just minutes away and packed with live music bars, rooftop lounges, and craft cocktail spots. Whether you’re chasing an afterparty or just a post-show nightcap, you’ll find it nearby.

What People Say

Guests love the hotel’s central location and how easy it is to get around. The staff gets high marks for being friendly and helpful, and many reviewers mention the clean, well-maintained rooms with comfy beds and convenient kitchenettes. The rooftop terrace is also a favorite for relaxing before or after a night out.

Areas for Improvement

The hotel doesn’t have a full restaurant or bar on site, which may be a downside for those hoping to grab food or drinks without leaving. Parking is available but not included in the room rate, so budget accordingly. Some guests mention that the decor is slightly dated in places, but overall well-kept.

The Bottom Line

With its central location, quiet comfort, and easy access to San Diego’s best music venues, WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park hits all the right notes for concert-goers.
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Business Center
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Other Amenities
` Safety Deposit Box
` Air Conditioning
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Elevator
` Hair dryer
` Bathtub
` Microwave
` Kitchenette
` Coffee/tea maker
` Refrigerator
` Fishing
` Heating
` seating area
` telephone
` dishwasher
` alarm clock
` kitchenware
` blackout curtains
` Concierge services
` Family Rooms
` Radio
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Parking Available
` Sofa
` Pub crawls
` Smoke alarms
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Access to health care professionals
` Staff trained in safety protocol
` Temperature check for guests and staff
` Free face masks
` Food delivery
` balcony/terrace
` Body thermometer available
` Daily disinfection
` Entertainment services
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Fitness center
` Ironing amenities
` Laundry services
` Non-smoking property
` Separate shower/bathtub
` Toiletries provided
` Tour services
` TV & Movies/Shows
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Individually-wrapped food options
` Air conditioning in public area
` Heating in public area
` Professional cleaning services
` Cleaning products available
` DVD/CD/Blu-ray player
` Internet access (charges may apply)
` Wi-Fi available in public areas (charges may apply)
` Bicycle rental (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)
` Valet parking (charges may apply)

WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.95 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Valentin Mon, 24 February 2025

Superb

0.5

Poor - 0.5 out of 5

Alex Sun, 1 December 2024

Property Cancelled on us before...

Liked: Nothing
Disliked: Our stay was cancelled last minute. So we were very disappointed. We were looking forward to staying there. Then relocated us to another world mark hotel which was out of the way. We were still being pestered to join a timeshare once we check-in. So keep in mind, when you stay at any of their workmark hotels, they will hassle you into joining a timeshare.

0.5

Poor - 0.5 out of 5

Montana Tue, 5 November 2024

Never stay at any world...

Liked: All I liked was the bed and one girl that was working the parking garage.
Disliked: First off we were relocated to a place that was 18 min away from our venue. We booked months in advance n then we get an email 3 days b4 our stay, stating we can't stay there. There's a festival in town, all other hotels were booked or had extra charges for last min stay. They gave us no time for adjustments, we had to take it. When we check in we have to pay extra for parking. We asked to have the fee waved but no. They said it's not their fault for the over booking. We get to our rooms we have ants in one bathroom. They have someone spray n put a bug gel...We leave n come back there's more ants in the second bathroom so someone comes up again to spray. They then tell us to not leave any food out. They look in the fridge n say to keep all sweets away. We just got in n we had no food anywhere...We also had this black stuff floating around in the back bathroom toilet... we had tried to talk to the manager when we checked in but she was in a meeting. I'm on vacation n tried to enjoy my time. I had no time to b calling them all day. When we checked out we asked if they could wave the parking fees for all the inconvenience but they said no because it's a 3rd party n they need to b paid. They would not pay. They blamed booking for everything n they made no promises to comp anything or accommodate for any of their terrible services. Never ever stay here... I've been in the worst hotels b4 but never had i had any problems like this.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Welten Thu, 17 October 2024

Exceptional

Liked: I like Art Deco, so I was very pleased to see so many Art Deco features in the hotel - whether they were original or not. The location is excellent, within walking distance of Balboa Park or Gaslamp District.Rooms were super comfortable and clean. Thoughtfully and stylishly decorated with old pictures or posters of San Diego in the early 20th century.Staff were very friendly and helpful. We were a group of relatives from California, Texas, and the Netherlands, staying at Worldmark Balboa Park for a wedding. Since the hotel was fully booked for that weekend, I stayed in a different hotel nearby - and was free to walk in and out to meet my relatives. I really appreciated this.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Michelle Thu, 1 August 2024

Superb

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Julia Sat, 15 June 2024

Superb

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Leon Fri, 15 March 2024

This guest did not leave comments about this hotel.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Noe Thu, 7 March 2024

Good Staff. So bad post...

Liked: The Staff kindly
Disliked: They never sent me my invoice with the information I required.They charged me twice the Taxes.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Verified Hotel Guest Tue, 20 February 2024

Liked: The room and staff.
Disliked: I wish the neighborhood was a little nicer but that's not the hotel's fault.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Jit Wed, 17 January 2024

Fun!

Liked: No breakfast provided. It was okay.
Disliked: Nothing. It was good.

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WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park 1110 A Street, San Diego, CA