San Diego Convention Center - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
San Diego Zoo - 13 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 23 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 26 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 30 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 32 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 23 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 23 min drive
H St Trolley Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
AMC Chula Vista 1 - 17 min walk
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - 19 min walk
Buffalo Wild Wings - 19 min walk
La Bella Pizza Gardens - 6 min walk
Farmer's Table - 6 min walk
About this property
El Primero Hotel
At El Primero Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Also, Balboa Park and San Ysidro Border Crossing are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
21 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Room amenities
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires a valid credit card and valid ID at the time of booking.
Property Registration Number 46711
Also known as
El Primero Boutique B&B Hotel Chula Vista
El Primero Boutique B&B Hotel
El Primero Boutique Chula Vista
El Primero Boutique
El Primero Boutique Hotel
El Primero Hotel Guesthouse
El Primero Hotel Chula Vista
El Primero Hotel Guesthouse Chula Vista
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at El Primero Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at El Primero Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Primero Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at El Primero Hotel?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around El Primero Hotel like?
El Primero Hotel is located a short 12-minute walk from Chula Vista Center. Travellers say that this guest house is in a good location.
El Primero Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
13 December 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 December 2024
Nice small hotel clean safe quiet, will stay again
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 December 2024
Corinna
Corinna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
SANDEEP
SANDEEP, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
24 October 2024
Not clean
Not clean. Bathroom and shower very small and mold. I won't stay here again. I could of here people in the next room.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 October 2024
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 September 2024
I would not recommend this place to any family and friends. It is family owned so the whole family lives on the premises. Its not a bed and breakfast so wasn't expecting to check out with the whole family in their pajamas walking around the lobby.
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
This place is very cute! It's not your typical hotel. It was a built in the 1930s, so the rooms and bathrooms are smaller and the hallways narrow. It is clean, quiet, and the front desk was very nice. The only thing we can remotely complain about is when they are full, the parking lot is a tight squeeze, but that is to be expected in Chula Vista so it has nothing to do with how great this place is! My partner and I will definitely be staying there again when we go visit our friends. Thank you!!!
Anita
Anita, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
10 September 2024
Was not allowed to stay because I have a small 4 pound dog. Maybe in small fine print there was something stating no dogs but I didn’t see it. They need to make it more visible. Got there with it being 100 degrees outside and was sent away. Not dog or pet friendly at all. 100 dollars non refundable for nothing and left in the sun to search for another place. Found a better place for cheaper but what a loss. Make your rules and regulations more visable…
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 September 2024
Alma
Alma, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2024
A true Gem
Old. Cute and such a great vibe of a place to stay. Family owned and definitely will stay again.
Stacy
Stacy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 August 2024
Historic building built in 1930, charming. Staff was very friendly, their children helping out, also very charming!
Larry
Larry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 August 2024
We did not have a lot of interaction with the staff. However, when we did it was pleasant. The property was an older property which was nice not a big 100 room (all the same) place but it was showing its age a little. I would stay again based on location and everything being walkable.
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2024
Orwell
Orwell, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 August 2024
Dr. Debra
Dr. Debra, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
9 August 2024
It is a historic 1930s hotel, so rooms and bathrooms are small. However the owner of as very welcoming and everything was clean! It was a little expensive but we booked last minute, and we were happy.
Jen
Jen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 August 2024
Classic Vintage Hotel with Features
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 August 2024
ROBERT
ROBERT, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 August 2024
This is a wonderful place to stay in Chula Vista. You are just down the street from many restaurants and shops (easy to walk to) and the hotel is wonderful. The owners were excellent and the rooms were adorable. I loved the historic nature of this hotel and would definitely stay again when I'm in the area.