Touchstone Energy's cooperative network sends people to San Diego regularly, whether for NRECA events, regional planning meetings, or utility technology conferences at the Convention Center. This corporate code at the Best Western on Hotel Circle Place saves you real money on a property that sits between the zoo, SeaWorld, and Mission Valley's business corridors. At roughly $42 off rack rate per night before points value, a four-night trip puts close to $170 back in your per diem budget.
The Property
The hotel sits at 2485 Hotel Circle Place in Mission Valley, a strip of mid-range hotels tucked along the San Diego River between two interstate exits off I-8. You are about 13 minutes and 10 kilometers from San Diego International Airport with no freeway drama unless you hit the 5:00 PM merge onto I-5. Mission Valley puts you equidistant from downtown, the zoo in Balboa Park, and the beach communities, which makes it a practical base whether your meetings are scattered across the city.
Expect standard Best Western rooms with either one king or two queens, running around 300 to 350 square feet with a work desk, mini fridge, and microwave. Suites bump you up with a sitting area and a pull-out sofa, which is worth requesting if you plan to spread out paperwork or take evening calls. Wi-Fi is included and generally reliable enough for video conferencing, though you will want to test it before your first important call.
The property includes a complimentary hot breakfast each morning, which alone saves $15 to $20 a day compared to eating out in Mission Valley. There is an outdoor pool and a fitness center, both fairly standard for this tier but well-maintained based on guest feedback. Free parking is a significant perk here, since downtown San Diego hotels routinely charge $40 or more per night for a spot.
Fashion Valley Mall is less than five minutes away and has dozens of restaurant options ranging from casual chains to Seasons 52 and True Food Kitchen. The San Diego Trolley's Fashion Valley station connects you to downtown and the Convention Center without needing a car or a rideshare. For evening dinners with colleagues, the Hazard Center complex across the freeway has a Yard House and several other spots within walking distance.
Your Savings Breakdown
| Rate Tier | Rack Rate | Corporate Rate | Points Earned | Point Value | Net Cost | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $130 | $111 | 1,110 pts | $6.66 | $104.34 | $25.66 |
| Superior | $210 | $179 | 1,790 pts | $10.74 | $168.26 | $41.74 |
| Premium | $340 | $289 | 2,890 pts | $17.34 | $271.66 | $68.34 |
On a night where the public rate runs about $210, entering corporate code 01399660 typically brings it down to around $179. You will earn 1,790 Best Western Rewards points on that stay, worth roughly $10.74 at the program's 0.6 cents per point valuation, which drops your effective cost to about $168.26. That is $41.74 in total value saved off a single night, and it adds up fast on a multi-night trip.
How to Book with Code 01399660
- Go to bestwesternrewards.com and log in to your Best Western Rewards account, or create one if you have not already
- Enter San Diego, CA as your destination along with your check-in and check-out dates
- Look for the Special/Corporate rate field on the search page, sometimes listed under a dropdown or an 'Add special rate' link
- Enter corporate code 01399660 in that field before running your search
- Verify that the corporate rate shows a lower price than the standard Best Available Rate on the results page, then complete your booking
Stack Your Savings
Best Western Rewards elite tiers stack directly on top of the corporate rate without conflict. Gold status, earned after 10 qualifying nights, adds a 10% points bonus per stay. Diamond and Diamond Select members get up to 50% bonus points, meaning that same $179 night could earn you closer to 2,685 points instead of 1,790. Status also adds late checkout and room upgrade availability, both useful when your flight does not leave until evening.
The Best Western Rewards Mastercard from First Bankcard earns 5 points per dollar on Best Western purchases, which stacks on top of the base 10 points per dollar you earn as a member. That means a $179 corporate rate night would generate 2,685 total points instead of 1,790, pushing the points value to about $16.11. If you do not have that card, any Visa or Mastercard with a travel bonus category should still earn you 2x to 3x on the spend.
Best Western runs periodic promotions, often in spring and fall, that offer bonus points or a free night certificate after a set number of stays. Check the Best Western Rewards promotions page before each trip and register, since enrollment is usually required before your stay. Booking midweek in San Diego, particularly Tuesday through Thursday, almost always gets you a lower corporate rate than weekend nights when tourist demand spikes near the zoo and SeaWorld.
Bottom Line: Depending on the season and room type, Touchstone Energy employees using code 01399660 can expect to save between $25 and $68 per night off public rates at this property. The Best Western Inn and Suites on Hotel Circle is a practical San Diego base with free breakfast, free parking, and trolley access, three things that quietly save you another $60 a day compared to staying downtown. For utility industry travelers who need a reliable, well-located hotel without burning through their travel budget, this is the right call.