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BEST WESTERN PLUS Hacienda Hotel Old Town
4041 Harney Street, San Diego, California 92110-2866Phone: 619/298-4707 | Fax: 619/298-4771
The perfect hotel in San Diego awaits! Full of charm and located right in the heart of Old Town San Diego -- the birthplace of California.
Service, amenities and location make this the perfect hotel in San Diego. Hotel guests will be centrally located to many of San Diego's most popular attractions including SeaWorld®, San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo. Sports fans will be a short drive away from downtown where they can take in a game at Petco Park or at the Chargers Stadium. Other favorite attractions include the University of San Diego, Coronado Island, the San Diego Convention Center and the San Diego Naval Training Center. Travelers often stay at this San Diego hotel for the Rock N Roll Marathon, Comic-Con events or just to be close to great local beaches. Plus guests can enjoy the hotel's on-site coffee shop and cocktail lounge or great dining and shopping options within walking distance in the Old Town area.
BEST WESTERN PLUS Hacienda Hotel Old Town offer spacious, well-appointed guest rooms and suites -- 100% smoke free. Each guest room features a microwave, refrigerator, cable satellite television and high-speed Internet access. This Mission-style hotel also offers a fitness center, outdoor heated swimming pool and hot tub, guest laundry and a complimentary shuttle to San Diego International Airport. Corporate travelers will appreciate the onsite business services and meeting facilities. Pets are welcome with restrictions.
For the best location in San Diego that is full of unique charm, stay at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Hacienda Hotel Old Town!
Local Events Worth Considering:
May 2012
On this season finale concert, the San Diego Symphony welcomes back pianist Horacio Gutiérrez performing the ultimate Romantic piano concerto.
June 2012
The annual county fair features outlandish foods, garden shows, livestock tents and a midway complete with carnival rides.
See Spot surf during the nation’s original surfing competition for man’s best friend. In Coronado.
The 26th annual event welcomes guests to enjoy the outstanding work of nearly 200 fine artists from the USA and Mexico.
July 2012
Winner of 35 major awards, including a Grammy® and three Tony Awards®, Wicked is Broadway's biggest blockbuster. In San Diego.
More than 40,000 race fans are expected to flock to the Del Mar Racetrack for what’s hailed as the best beachside bash in the west.
From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage. In San Diego.
Extreme AutoFest Lifestyle Festival returns to Southern California.
August 2012
Mesquite-grilled BBQ at San Diego's PETCO Park, benefiting Big Brother Big Sisters ‘Operation Bigs’ Military Mentoring Program.
Concert performance at the Copley Symphony Hall in San Diego.
Recognizes the achievements of our diverse local music community. Awards are presented in 27 categories, many different genres of music.
Concert performance at the Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay in San Diego.
A nationally acclaimed festival of cocktails, seminars, competitions and culture, held on the Beautiful San Diego Bay.
This production has been acclaimed by critics, fans and new audiences and is breaking box office records wherever it goes. In San Diego.
Nearby Attractions:
List All CA AttractionsBalboa Park
Balboa Park was made into a beautiful San Diego park in 1892, after the land was untouched for over 20 years. It began with the one hundred trees planted by Kate Sessions, "The Mother of Balboa Park". Some of those original trees are still alive today.
Many of the park's Spanish-Renaissance style buildings along the El Prado walkway, were constructed for the 1915-1916 Panama-California Exposition, held in the park. The historic Cabrillo Bridge and the park's landmark tree, the Moreton Bay fig, are a result of the Exposition.
The Museum of San Diego History & Archives, San Diego Model Railroad Museum and the Museum of Photographic Arts, are housed in the historic Food and Beverage Building, built for the Exposition. In 1916, the San Diego Zoo was developed on the park grounds. Several additional San Diego attractions are also located in the park, in historical buildings.
While visiting this wonderful 1,200 acre park, be sure to view the Kate Sessions statute, stroll through the Veterans Memorial Garden and ride the Balboa Park Carousel. Stay close to this incredible park, in a comfortable Best Western guest room and enjoy a wonderful night's rest.
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
The Old Town San Diego State Historic Park offers visitors a glimpse into what life was like in San Diego from 1821 to 1872. Visitors stroll through the restored 5 historic buildings, adobes, museums and shops from this once Mexican pueblo town, to see how it was transformed into an American Settlement.
Step into La Casa de Estudillo, La Casa de Machado y Stewart, Mason Street School, the first public school in California, the San Diego Union Printing Office and the Seeley Stables Museum. Enjoy your time learning about the history of San Diego. Choose from several San Diego Best Western hotels, to settle in and rest comfortably, while visiting San Diego and southern California.
Petco Park
Major League Baseball in San Diego is alive and well. Petco Park has been the home ballpark for the San Diego Padres since 2004, after they left Qualcomm Stadium. The stadium's first baseball game was part of a four-team NCAA invitational tournament with the San Diego State Aztecs baseball team. A record crowd was in attendance as they beat Houston. Fans love to watch the games from the "Park at the Park" area near the outfield fence. In addition to baseball games, the stadium hosts concerts and special events.
Top entertainer concerts performed in the ballpark include The Rolling Stones, Madonna and Taylor Swift. From 2007 to 2009, the USA Stevens rugby sevens tournament was held at Petco Park. Additional events hosted at the park include American Idol auditions and the Food Network's "Chairman's Challenge". To cap off a fun-filled day at this wonderful San Diego ballpark, check into a comfortable Best Western guest room where quality lodging and services await.
Qualcomm Stadium
Southern California residents and visitors in the San Diego area, have supported the San Diego Chargers professional football team since 1967. Qualcomm Stadium, a multi-purpose facility, has been home to Chargers from the beginning. The stadium was named San Diego Stadium from 1967 to 1980, then named Jack Murphy Stadium from 1980 to 1997, then finally named Qualcomm Stadium since 1997.
The San Diego Padres professional baseball team played in the stadium from 1969 to 2003, when they moved to Petco Park. Located in San Diego's Misson Valley area, the stadium is also home to the San Diego State University Aztecs football team. Three Super Bowl games have been held at the stadium in addition to Major League Baseball All-Star Games and World Series games. After a fun night at a Chargers game, check into one of the several Best Western hotels for comfortable accommodations and excellent guest services.
San Diego International Airport
San Diego International Airport originally known as the San Diego Municipal - Lindbergh Field, was constructed at the encouragement of Charles Lindbergh, in 1928. By 1934, the airport was designated as an international airport. The airport was also used by the United States Coast Guard Base. In 1942, this San Diego area airport was used during World War II. After the war, commercial flights were available via Pacific Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Western Airlines, Bonanza and PSA. The airport has become the busiest single-runway commercial airport in America.
Sixteen airline support providers and seven airfreight companies also contribute to the traffic at this busy airport. Passengers have a choice of eighteen commercial airlines for flights to many major U.S. cities. Once at the terminal, passengers have a variety of restaurants and shops to choose from, in addition to several private airport club rooms. General and Corporate aviation needs are provided by Landmark Aviation Services. Enjoy your time in the San Diego area, by checking into one of the several Best Western hotels for comfortable accommodations.
San Diego State University
Established in 1897, San Diego State University is situated northwest of downtown San Diego, and is a wonderful attraction within the San Diego metro area. Visitors from nearby cities like Oceanside, and Chula Vista make frequent trips to SDSU during the fall to catch all of the Aztec football action at Qualcomm Stadium. Academically, SDSU offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees, and is a member of the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges.
While in San Diego visiting SDSU, many visitors enjoy taking time to explore the local attractions like Balboa Park, and the famous San Diego Zoo. During the winter, many sports fans enjoy the high-energy, alley-oop action of SDSU Aztec basketball. Head to Viejas Arena and watch as both the men's and women's Aztec basketball teams compete against the rest of the Mountain West Conference.
San Diego Zoo
A full day of fun awaits at the San Diego Zoo, located in San Diego's Balboa Park. Stroll through the Discovery Outpost, Lost Forest, Asian Passage, Panda Canyon, Polar Rim, Elephant Odyssey, Urban Jungle, Africa Rocks and Outback to visit all of the animals. The zoo has been providing fun times with animals since its opening in 1915. Enjoy a relaxing ride on the gondola, the Skyfari, for a birds-eye view of the entire zoo.
Ready for a unique zoo adventure? Sign up for one of the special zoo tours. The Backstage Pass - Ultimate Encounter allows visitors to meet many of the exotic animals up close. Additional options include the Inside Look tour, the Discovery tour and the Horticulture tour. Take a break from the action as a guest at one of several Best Western hotels in San Diego.
SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego, located near the sun and sand of San Diego’s Mission Bay, is the original marine mammal park and aquarium. Home of Shamu,the magnificent and talented killer whale featured in popular daily shows is arguably the park’s most famous resident. This family-friendly park is full of world-class marine exhibits, aquariums and rides - providing a full-days fun and entertainment.
Optimize your SeaWorld experience by checking feeding times and visit your favorite exhibit at the designated time. Special reservations can also be made for behind-the-scenes tours, or the Dine with Shamu programs - offering back-stage access to the killer whale habitat and trainers.
Best Western hotels offer over 25 locations near SeaWorld in the San Diego Metro area. Travelers looking for a San Diego hotel have a great choice of locations with Best Western – choose from accommodations to fit any itinerary and budget.
