Stay at Reiss Hotel, located at 1432 1st Ave., San Diego. Enjoy Wi-Fi, parking, and easy access to San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park & USS Midway Museum.
Recent guests highlight the hotel's value for money, basic conveniences, and location advantages while noting some concerns with cleanliness and policy restrictions.
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Reiss Hotel is a modest three-star property situated on 1st Avenue in San Diego's downtown area, providing convenient access to major attractions such as the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and the USS Midway Museum. Its central location also places it just minutes from San Diego International Airport, making it a practical choice for travelers prioritizing sightseeing and city exploration.
The hotel offers basic amenities including Wi-Fi, parking, and air conditioning, but lacks on-site facilities like a restaurant, pool, or fitness center. Guests should note that smoking is permitted in rooms, and the property is not pet-friendly. Some reviews mention occasional issues with cleanliness and pests, suggesting that careful upkeep by guests is advisable to ensure a comfortable stay.
Reiss Hotel appears to attract visitors seeking affordable accommodations in a convenient location rather than luxury or extensive services. Guests have described it as a practical, no-frills option with mixed feedback regarding the environment and policies, such as restrictions on visitors and charges for certain conveniences. It may suit travelers who are budget-conscious and mainly focused on city access and sightseeing.
Nearby lodging options include a range of hotels with varying ratings, offering alternatives within a short distance. Overall, the property’s location is its strongest asset, especially for those looking to explore San Diego’s well-known attractions while keeping accommodation costs manageable.
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No free wifi or parking. There are some cockroaches and bedbugs. Once you use Raid then Ortho Home Defense they don't come into your room anymore. The kitchen is decent. It costs $4 to wash and dry in the laundry room. Bedding is included and laundered free. We have basic cable plus Stars channels. The restrooms are cleaned constantly throughout the weekdays. Smoking is allowed in your room. It is a decent home for decent pricing. Each room is furnished with a desk, dresser with a mirror, mini-refrigerator, sink, chair, closet space, and a remote controlled television. Peace and quiet are encouraged and practised.
I am very happy with this location . Cash only is awesome and the rooms are nice .
If it wasn't for places like the Reiss, I would be dead. This place serves a great purpose in our community. It was the only place I could afford
So far no issues but there are some bugs if you keep you're room clean and don't leave food out then you shouldn't have any issues . The staff say you can't have people come over at night. That to me seems like a violation of our rights to enjoy as a tenant paying rent with no assistance should be able to have who ever over when ever get want. My opinion I'll look into this more and see what our rights are . But other then those two things its location is great the price is even better and its not a bunch of uptight nosy people here . Its chill relaxed and not at all bad
It was a cheap comfortable place to stay for an extended period of time until we were able to move. Very grateful.
Both the owners good men and they love their families
It's an alright place to live as long as you have your own air conditioning unit or fan and your own TV. But you will be charged for having visitors. I am not sure how they get away with that under the uniform hotel visitors policy but they do.
This place is seedy but very affordable safe and clean
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