Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Property class: 4
Boutique hotel with 2 restaurants, near Balboa Park

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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and Petco Park. After visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar and free bike rentals are other highlights at this boutique hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is only a short walk: 5th Avenue Station is steps away and Civic Center Station is 3 minutes.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
The current price is HK$1,067
HK$1,555 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

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Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Balcony)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

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1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Petco Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seaport Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 15 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 28 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 44 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 45 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 11 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
  • 5th Avenue Station - 1 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 3 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Gaslamp Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grant Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Goldchild Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

  • Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and Petco Park. After visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar and free bike rentals are other highlights at this boutique hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is only a short walk: 5th Avenue Station is steps away and Civic Center Station is 3 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 211 rooms
    • Arranged over 20 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Covered on-site valet parking (USD 70 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant served delicious food and was a great option for guests. (47 reviews)
  • The pool area was inviting, beautifully decorated, and offered a pleasant spot to relax and unwind. (31 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, tasty, and delicious by multiple guests. (12 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place. Friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great atmosphere, clean, welcoming
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Staff was amazing.
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8/10 Very good

It was a clean room, staff was friendly. Just the location was a headache a lot of homeless people.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room! Upgraded to a one bedroom suite with balcony was well worth it!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! Nice staff and clean rooms.
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6/10 Good

The big problem is the number of drug users and homeless in the vicinity. Not the hotels fault I know but it does put you off from going again. Especially if you are a lone female. The hotel itself was nice and the staff lovely. It was very handy for the trolley too. The food was OK.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room and wonderful location. All staff were attentive from the valet to server in the cafe. Check-in was pleasant and we felt very welcomed! Decor was amazing, and didn’t feel over the top or cookie cutter, it felt curated.
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, great location. I would recommend this hotel
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10/10 Exceptional

staff was super friendly and nice very accommodating! hotel atmosphere was super nice and the views from balcony was amazing! 😍 10/10 recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, safe, and accommodating
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location right by public transportation.
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8/10 Very good

I like the pool, nice job everyone.
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8/10 Very good

Overall, it was a good stay, although I did not really care for the downtown area. The parking was extremely expensive $70 a day which caused us to have to find parking elsewhere and then walk-through or pass the homeless and it wasn’t comfortable. The staff was friendly. The room was clean. We asked to be moved to a balcony room and after that our stay got better, but other than that, it was a basic hotel room and the reason why we like staying in boutique hotels is to get a different experience. The bathrooms could be restored they’re getting a little beat up.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff. Located at the top of broadway so near walking distance for a lot of places.
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8/10 Very good

Great People Great Location
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10/10 Exceptional

Staffing was amazing! She did her best to make sure our stay was smooth and easy! Checked in a bit early did not charge us an early check and see. Everything was amazing especially the stuff making us feel comfortable and safe.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location to gas lamp district restaurants andclubs
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant surprise as I had no expectations. The hotel decor is super cute, staff beyond friendly and helpful and the room was quite large, great bathroom/shower, bed super comfy and bedroom spacious with everything one could need. Location is great if you want to venture out to Gaslamp district or Little Italy. Short rides away from other fun areas. Only downside are the homeless in area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, very clean and modern room. The rain shower was awesome. Parking r8ght next door, the coffee bar is very welcoming in the morning. Will definitely stay here again. Thank you
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6/10 Good

When we checked in I noticed there was no dresser to put clothes in. I went to the front desk and the explanation I got was it was because I asked for a queen size bed! What? Also, the bathroom sink faucet was so low to the sink that I could barely get a glass under it. But I will say that the breakfast was excellent!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, quiet rooms and modern amenities, helpful staff, great location and pool to boot!
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and staff was amazing
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8/10 Very good

The on-site valet parking was $70 a night, which seemed pretty high for the area, which is not what I would call upscale! The hotel is conveniently located, however, to the Gaslamp District.