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Hilton San Diego Bayfront

1 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA, USA, 92101
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About us

Alluring and inspired by maritime culture, the distinctive coastal influence is clear the moment you arrive at the 30-story Hilton San Diego Bayfront. This waterfront, convention resort features extensive outdoor venues, a convenient flow of indoor event spaces and newly renovated guest rooms and suites that are authentically San Diego in their design with expansive windows featuring views of the bay and downtown city skyline. Steps from the Padres’ Petco Park and downtown Gaslamp Quarter, adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center, the resort offers business and leisure guests alike unique and memorable experiences enjoying the heated bayfront saltwater pool, a fitness center with equipment by Precor, the luxurious eforea Spa, and artfully crafted restaurants featuring locally-inspired Californian cuisines.

Venue Details

ChainHilton
BrandHilton Hotels
Built2008
Renovated2021
Total meeting space217,824 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms1,190
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Northstar

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
2018 Awards: Best Downtown Meeting Venue – CA Meetings & Events Best Business Hotel, Best Concierge – San Diego Magazine Travel Awards Certificate of Excellence – TripAdvisor 2017 Awards: 2017-2020 Platinum Superior Energy Performance – U.S. Department of Energy Best Overall Hotel, Best Concierge – San Diego Magazine Travel Awards AAA 4 Diamond Award Certificate of Excellence – TripAdvisor Top 100 Meeting Hotels in the United States – Cvent CA Green Lodging Program – Environmentalist Level 2016 Awards: AAA 4 Diamond Award Certificate of Excellence – TripAdvisor Best Downtown Meeting Venue – California Meetings & Events Runner Up: Best Private Dining Space in a Restaurant, Vela – California Meetings & Events Green Business Network Energy Efficiency Award – City of San Diego Top 100 Meeting Hotels in the United States – Cvent

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Outside caterers allowed
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Apr 9, 2025 - Apr 13, 2025
Apr 16, 2025 - Apr 22, 2025
May 18, 2025 - May 23, 2025
May 26, 2025 - Jun 6, 2025
Jun 16, 2025 - Jun 21, 2025
Jul 2, 2025 - Jul 10, 2025
Jul 17, 2025 - Jul 22, 2025
Aug 2, 2025 - Aug 23, 2025
Aug 25, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Sep 11, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
Sep 21, 2025 - Oct 5, 2025
Oct 12, 2025 - Oct 21, 2025
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Seasonal Availability

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High season
Shoulder season
Low season
Dec 06 - Dec 31Aug 15 - Sep 05

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
217,824 sq. ft.
Largest room
61,200 sq. ft.
Space (private)
127,956 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
34
Second largest room
33,072 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
89,868 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
89,868 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Hollow square
61,200 sq. ft.
360 x 170 sq. ft.
1 ft.
6772
-
4880
6112
6772
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33,072 sq. ft.
159 x 208 sq. ft.
26 ft.
3773
-
2240
3405
3773
2000
--
9,568 sq. ft.
46 x 208 sq. ft.
26 ft.
1050
-
660
948
1050
632
--
23,598 sq. ft.
114 x 207 sq. ft.
24 ft.
2663
-
1650
2660
2663
1602
--
1,540 sq. ft.
35 x 44 sq. ft.
1 ft.--------
11,799 sq. ft.
57 x 207 sq. ft.
24 ft.
1278
-
800
1154
1278
769
--
8,400 sq. ft.
210 x 40 sq. ft.
16 ft.
198
--
198
----
11,799 sq. ft.
57 x 207 sq. ft.
24 ft.
1278
-
800
1154
1278
769
--
702 sq. ft.
26 x 27 sq. ft.
13 ft.
60
12
40
60
60
24
12
16

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
1,190
Double (2 beds)
804
Suites
44
Tax rate
7.75%
Occupancy rate
12.8%

Location

Getting Here

San Diego International-Lindbergh Field Airport is 3 miles from the hotel. Our hotel is conveniently located adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center, and across the Harbor Drive Pedestrian Bridge from the Padres’ Petco Park and Downtown Gaslamp Quarter. Many of San Diego’s most exciting attractions are within walking distance of the hotel, including the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, home to fabulous shopping, dining and nightlife. Taking the kids? San Diego offers a wealth of family-friendly attractions, including Legoland®, San Diego Zoo and the Birch Aquarium.
Distance from airport 3 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $45.00/day )
Valet parking
( $65.00/day )

Local Attractions

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Theater
10 mins
Just a short walk away along the bay! The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park is a world-class venue for concerts and events featuring the San Diego Symphony and other artists.
222 Marina Park Way
San Diego, CA, US 92101
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Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Quarter
Nightlife
1 blk
The Gaslamp Quarter, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, extends from Broadway to Harbor Drive, and from 4th to 6th Avenue, covering 16 1/2 blocks. It includes over 200 restaurants, nightclubs, and retail options and is only a five minute walk from the hotel.
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PETCO Park
PETCO Park
Recreation
1 blk
Home of the San Diego Padres! PETCO Park is spectacular in every way, combining the best sight lines in baseball with breathtaking views of San Diego. Architecturally magnificent, it celebrates the sea, the sky, the natural beauty, cultural diversity and unique spirit of our region. Innovative design features evoke the timeless traditions of baseball in an intimate setting, with state-of-the-art fan amenities to suit every taste and budget.
100 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA, US 92101
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USS Midway Museum
USS Midway Museum
Museum
2 mi
The USS Midway Museum is an unforgettable adventure for the entire family. Go to sea without leaving port! Explore more than 60 exhibits with a collection of 27 restored air crafts. Located in downtown San Diego. A 30 minute walk north on the Promenade.
910 N Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA, US 92101
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Seaport Village
Seaport Village
Recreation
1 mi
Seaport Village has treasures for the whole family. Explore over 50 diverse shops and 17 delicious eateries, ride the world-class carousel, or take a tour on a horse drawn carriage.
849 W Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA, US 92101
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San Diego Zoo
San Diego Zoo
Recreation
3 mi
Walk or ride a double-decker bus throughout the expansive park, home to over 4,000 rare and exotic animals exhibited in beautiful garden habitats along with entertaining shows and exhibits like Polar Bear Plunge and Hippo Beach.
2920 Zoo Dr
San Diego, CA, US 92101
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SeaWorld
SeaWorld
Recreation
7 mi
Soar, splash, and play the day away at SeaWorld and delight in the activity and adventure with exciting shows, thrilling rides, and unforgettable animal encounters.
500 Sea World Dr
San Diego, CA, US 92109
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Balboa Park
Balboa Park
Park
3 mi
Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park with open space natural areas, 15 museums, renowned performing arts venues and the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
1549 El Prado
San Diego, CA, US 92101
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Coronado Ferry
Coronado Ferry
Recreation
5 mins
Enjoy a 10 minute ferry ride to Coronado Island and bring your bike along to enjoy the shops and beaches on the beautiful “Crown Isle”. The Ferry leaves 200 yards north on the Promenade at 5th Avenue Marina, behind the Convention Center.
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San Diego International Airport
San Diego International Airport
Airport
3 mi
Founded in 1928, San Diego International Airport is the 30th busiest airport in the country in terms of passengers and the busiest single-runway commercial service airport in the nation.
3665 N. Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA, US 92101
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Additional Information

Safety Information

Cancellation Policy

72 Hours

Additional details

The Hilton San Diego Bayfront hotel also features: Odysea Lounge - A vibrant San Diego waterfront lounge with the synergy of business, social gatherings, interactive culinary bites, hand-crafted cocktails and local beer. Hudson & Nash is inspired by the classic coastal California road trip, featuring inspired takes on American dishes. Lean into the quintessential San Diego state of mind, as you dine with a waterfront view. The Cannery offers a fresh selection of grab-and-go food and drinks. The Pool Club: A Siren's Call- A chic, modern open-air lounge situated poolside with breathtaking views of the San Diego Bay. Enjoy the view or catch a sporting event while indulging in local California coastal-inspired cuisine and your choice from a large selection of hand-crafted cocktails, stellar California wines or ice cold brews. Starbucks® Sweet Things Frozen Yogurt eforea spa Hilton Fitness Center by Precor Heated Saltwater Swimming Pool, 2 Whirlpools, and Kids Splash Zone

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Hilton San Diego Bayfront Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Hilton San Diego Bayfront regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion.

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Hilton San Diego Bayfront's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hilton has committed to cut our environmental footprint in half and double our social impact by 2030. Refer to our website, https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs.
Does Hilton San Diego Bayfront have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Hilton has committed to reducing waste in our managed operations by 50% by 2030. Through the end of 2020, we have reduced waste in our managed portfolio by 73% since our 2008 baseline, and our managed and franchised hotels have reduced waste by 62%.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Hilton San Diego Bayfront and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Hilton San Diego Bayfront's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Please refer to https://jobs.hilton.com/diversity and our annual Supplier Diversity Report (https://cr.hilton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Hilton-2020-Supplier-Diversity-Report.pdf).

Health and Safety

Were practices at Hilton San Diego Bayfront developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, CDC & WHO. Hilton CleanStay, a new industry-defining standard of cleanliness (https://newsroom.hilton.com/corporate/news/hilton-defining-new-standard-of-cleanliness) Hilton up to date customer messaging: https://www.hilton.com/en/corporate/coronavirus/
Does Hilton San Diego Bayfront clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Install hand sanitizer stations/disinfecting wipes in public areas & on shuttles; enhanced cleaning of high touch areas, lobbies, elevators, doors, bathrooms; F&B service in accordance with food safety guidelines, dining configured for physical distancing

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