Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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About this property
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Amenities
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. This hotel has 14 meeting rooms available for events.
Dining
Grab a bite at The Cafe, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 211 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Location
You'll be centrally located in San Diego with a stay at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and Petco Park. This boutique hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Waterfront Park and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from San Diego Convention Center.
What's nearby
San Diego Civic Theatre(0.2 miles)
San Diego City College(0.4 miles)
Balboa Park(0.5 miles)
Petco Park(0.7 miles)
New Children's Museum(0.7 miles)
San Diego Convention Center(0.8 miles)
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church(0.8 miles)
Port of San Diego(0.9 miles)
Waterfront Park(0.9 miles)
Navy Pier(0.9 miles)
Seaport Village(1 miles)
B Street Cruise Ship Terminal(1 miles)
USS Midway Museum(1 miles)
The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park(1.1 miles)
Maritime Museum of San Diego(1.1 miles)
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)(4.2 miles)
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)(9.3 miles)
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)(19.8 miles)
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ)(22.1 miles)
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)(34.2 miles)
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Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Valet Parking
Dry Cleaning
Location
1047 Fifth Avenue, Civic Core, San Diego, California, United States of America
San Diego Civic Theatre (0.2 miles)
San Diego City College (0.4 miles)
Balboa Park (0.5 miles)
Petco Park (0.7 miles)
New Children's Museum (0.7 miles)
San Diego Convention Center (0.8 miles)
Guest reviews
8.8
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What guests think
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Travellers describe Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel as stylish and clean with a central Gaslamp location, while noting the surrounding streets have many unhoused people, occasional strong odors, and some trolley or nightlife noise.
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What guests think
Travellers describe Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel as stylish and clean with a central Gaslamp location, while noting the surrounding streets have many unhoused people, occasional strong odors, and some trolley or nightlife noise.
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with modern decor and good views, though some report maintenance issues, sliding-bathroom-door privacy, and outdated or nonworking TVs. Facilities like the rooftop pool, bar, cafe, and gym are appreciated, but valet-only parking is expensive and events or pool music can create noise. Service consistently earns praise for professionalism and helpfulness, though a few guests mention slow responses and confusion over amenity fees or breakfast credits. Expect a stylish downtown stay with great staff and lively surroundings.
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Facilities
Rooftop pool, bar/cafe, gym and loaner bikes are appreciated and add to the boutique feel. Valet-only parking is expensive, and occasional pool parties or music create noise; a few note the pool isn’t heated.
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Garrett
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean rooms. Great coffee and tea in the morning. Nice pool and gym. Friendly staff!
Clean rooms. Great coffee and tea in the morning. Nice pool and gym. Friendly staff!
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Vanessa
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was outstanding. Loved the pool.
The staff was outstanding. Loved the pool.
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Dana
Jun 28, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Staff was great upon check in. Greeted me when returning to the hotel throughout the day. Clean and well decorated. Would return when back in the area. Didn’t really use any of the amenities because I was out and about all day exploring the city but loved the options. Multiple restaurants, pool, fitness area, bar.
Staff was great upon check in. Greeted me when returning to the hotel throughout the day. Clean and well decorated. Would return when back in the area. Didn’t really use any of the amenities because I was out and about all day exploring the city but loved the options. Multiple restaurants, pool, fitness area, bar.
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Cynthia
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The little extra charges. Valet only no self park. 65.00 valet plus 35.00 amenities. That's an additional 100.00 plus taxes and other fees.
The little extra charges. Valet only no self park. 65.00 valet plus 35.00 amenities. That's an additional 100.00 plus taxes and other fees.
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Lisa
May 25, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent option for a getaway. The outdoor pool deck and bar was fantastic fit a leisurely day.
Excellent option for a getaway. The outdoor pool deck and bar was fantastic fit a leisurely day.
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Matthew
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel reception was wonderful. There is a pool and a fitness center. The room was spacious, but probably needs to be refreshed to a common/uniform style. There is no business center but there is a flexible space if you need to work. The hotel is the gem in the downtown area. Thank you!
The hotel reception was wonderful. There is a pool and a fitness center. The room was spacious, but probably needs to be refreshed to a common/uniform style. There is no business center but there is a flexible space if you need to work. The hotel is the gem in the downtown area. Thank you!
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Fernando
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel, very close to Gaslamp. I love that they have bikes available for the day to explore the city
Great hotel, very close to Gaslamp. I love that they have bikes available for the day to explore the city
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Aleksandra
Feb 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The stay was great, only thing it lacked is parking. You can only valet for $60 per day
The stay was great, only thing it lacked is parking. You can only valet for $60 per day
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Danielle
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Cute hotel, close to Gaslamp and Little Italy. Great rooftop pool and bar area.
Cute hotel, close to Gaslamp and Little Italy. Great rooftop pool and bar area.
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John
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Downtown hotel so convenient for the gaslight area and Petco Park. Parking is expensive though.
Downtown hotel so convenient for the gaslight area and Petco Park. Parking is expensive though.
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Cleanliness
Most guests find the property and rooms very clean, with housekeeping generally reliable. A smaller number reported odors, dirty windows or sofas, clogged drains, dust or pet hair, and other maintenance-related cleanliness lapses.
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Jennifer
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel has bad smell
Hotel has bad smell
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Daniel
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Though I only stayed a single night it meet my expectations. Room was very clean and didnt have carpet which was a plus for me. Water pressure was good. The room was overall comfortable. I will stay again in the future.
Though I only stayed a single night it meet my expectations. Room was very clean and didnt have carpet which was a plus for me. Water pressure was good. The room was overall comfortable. I will stay again in the future.
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Cynthia
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall the hotel was dirty. The floors weren’t cleaned, the faucet was dirty, and we had bed stains. Wouldn’t recommend.
Overall the hotel was dirty. The floors weren’t cleaned, the faucet was dirty, and we had bed stains. Wouldn’t recommend.
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Kendra
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is downtown in a lively area, lots of things to do within walking distance. Couple of good bars, it’s right in the heart of Gaslamp. There’s a lot of unhoused/ addicts roaming around the area asking for change and food. The hotel did feel safe though. The staff was subpar except for the Sophia at the front desk! She was great! Check-in went kinda of quick. The room was dusty especially in the bathroom, there was pet fur in multiple places which made my allergies act up. We just used this place just to sleep after our long days on the town so I guess it’s whatever. Was not made aware that they charge you $150 incidental fee for each day you stay until after I checked out and saw multiple charges for $150 plus the $60 a day valet fee plus the $35 a day amenity fee. I requested a new set of towels at 6:45 am and didn’t get them until I called guest services at 8 pm because no one ever showed up. To be fair it was 4th of July weekend so hopefully during normal dates there’s more attention to detail being paid to guests needs. The hotel was ok but there are better places to stay for the amount of money it cost to have a good trip in downtown San Diego.
The hotel is downtown in a lively area, lots of things to do within walking distance. Couple of good bars, it’s right in the heart of Gaslamp. There’s a lot of unhoused/ addicts roaming around the area asking for change and food. The hotel did feel safe though. The staff was subpar except for the Sophia at the front desk! She was great! Check-in went kinda of quick. The room was dusty especially in the bathroom, there was pet fur in multiple places which made my allergies act up. We just used this place just to sleep after our long days on the town so I guess it’s whatever. Was not made aware that they charge you $150 incidental fee for each day you stay until after I checked out and saw multiple charges for $150 plus the $60 a day valet fee plus the $35 a day amenity fee. I requested a new set of towels at 6:45 am and didn’t get them until I called guest services at 8 pm because no one ever showed up. To be fair it was 4th of July weekend so hopefully during normal dates there’s more attention to detail being paid to guests needs. The hotel was ok but there are better places to stay for the amount of money it cost to have a good trip in downtown San Diego.
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Claudia
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was very clean, the staff were very professional and eager to help, and the best thing was the sense of security.
The hotel was very clean, the staff were very professional and eager to help, and the best thing was the sense of security.
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Lateisha
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Id a beautiful view but the windows were dirty couldn't fully enjoy it.
Id a beautiful view but the windows were dirty couldn't fully enjoy it.
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Andrea
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice clean rooms, very spacious. Clean hotel all around.
Nice clean rooms, very spacious. Clean hotel all around.
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jose
Jun 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excelente hotel con personal muy amable y dispuesto. Las instalaciones muy limpias y muy bonitas, las habitaciones muy cómodas y espaciosas. El restaurante tiene comida muy buena y de calidad.
Excelente hotel con personal muy amable y dispuesto. Las instalaciones muy limpias y muy bonitas, las habitaciones muy cómodas y espaciosas. El restaurante tiene comida muy buena y de calidad.
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Michelle
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was impeccably clean, as was our room. It has a very chill vibe, which was perfect for our trip to the San Diego Zoo...however I would DEFINITELY stay as a business traveler as well. Check in was easy and the VIP perks were really a wonderful addition! We weren't impressed with The Cafe's food. It was mediocre at best and was incredibly expensive. There were amazing restaurants nearby and walkable. I will ABSOLUTELY return to this hotel again! The staff are just fantastic!
The hotel was impeccably clean, as was our room. It has a very chill vibe, which was perfect for our trip to the San Diego Zoo...however I would DEFINITELY stay as a business traveler as well. Check in was easy and the VIP perks were really a wonderful addition! We weren't impressed with The Cafe's food. It was mediocre at best and was incredibly expensive. There were amazing restaurants nearby and walkable. I will ABSOLUTELY return to this hotel again! The staff are just fantastic!
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Anthony
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was great but there was hair all over the couch and in The shower. Other than that, place was clean and service Was friendly. A lot of unsavory types hanging around the outside of the hotel but as long as you got in and out Of your car or ride no one bothered you.
Everything was great but there was hair all over the couch and in The shower. Other than that, place was clean and service Was friendly. A lot of unsavory types hanging around the outside of the hotel but as long as you got in and out Of your car or ride no one bothered you.
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Rooms
Rooms are often spacious, comfortable and stylish with good views and some balconies. Recurring drawbacks include street or trolley noise, sliding-bathroom-door privacy, lighting or temperature quirks, and occasional outdated/nonworking TVs or weak Wi‑Fi.
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Carissa
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Property’s location is great and very convenient. Only downfall is that cleaning occurs extremely late after 4pm instead of the morning. Staff was friendly and helpful. Walls are super thin so you can hear everything in the morning when maintenance is doing work outside your door
Property’s location is great and very convenient. Only downfall is that cleaning occurs extremely late after 4pm instead of the morning. Staff was friendly and helpful. Walls are super thin so you can hear everything in the morning when maintenance is doing work outside your door
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Lori
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I like luxury on a budget and was a bit disappointed with the Alma San Diego. Staff were amazing as was the bed. I would call the room minimalist. It was little more than a square. The tv remote didn't work, neither did the electrical outlets next to the bed for phone charging. Also the overhead light didn’t work. There were 2 small drawers for clothes and a very small closet. The trolley ran next to the hotel, thus there was a continual ringing about every 5 minutes. The property did provide a white noise machine that we used when in the room. Food choices were limited but it was very good. For the price, I won't return to this property.
I like luxury on a budget and was a bit disappointed with the Alma San Diego. Staff were amazing as was the bed. I would call the room minimalist. It was little more than a square. The tv remote didn't work, neither did the electrical outlets next to the bed for phone charging. Also the overhead light didn’t work. There were 2 small drawers for clothes and a very small closet. The trolley ran next to the hotel, thus there was a continual ringing about every 5 minutes. The property did provide a white noise machine that we used when in the room. Food choices were limited but it was very good. For the price, I won't return to this property.
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Estella
Jan 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bed was comfortable enough, but we didn’t like the barn door for the bathroom because of the lack of privacy. Also because the shower door was an open style, the water splashed on the floor during every shower. We also had to have the key cards re-keyed four times in the two days we were there. The area in front was so congested with traffic and homeless that it made our coming and going very stressful.
Bed was comfortable enough, but we didn’t like the barn door for the bathroom because of the lack of privacy. Also because the shower door was an open style, the water splashed on the floor during every shower. We also had to have the key cards re-keyed four times in the two days we were there. The area in front was so congested with traffic and homeless that it made our coming and going very stressful.
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Christine
May 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I made a decision to stay here over another hotel and I wish I hadn’t. Yes, it is clean. Bar staff and front desk were very kind. The valet parking is run separate of the hotel. It took a while to get our car when we called down. Close to thirty minutes. The worst part was waking up at 6:30 am to blinding sunshine in our room. I thought we had slept through checkout time and it was high noon. We had closed all of the sunshades and blinds before we went to bed hoping to sleep in the next morning as we were on a little vacation for our anniversary. I’m also assuming our room was facing the sun more in the morning. We were so disappointed. I wish we had been warned. We also had a balcony and asked if we could get a chair to sit outside since we noticed that other rooms had chairs. They said they would bring us one but never did. Needless to say this will be our last time staying here unless we need to stay awake for 24 hours Hotels are not cheep in Downtown San Diego. Choose wisely. Hope this helps someone.
I made a decision to stay here over another hotel and I wish I hadn’t. Yes, it is clean. Bar staff and front desk were very kind. The valet parking is run separate of the hotel. It took a while to get our car when we called down. Close to thirty minutes. The worst part was waking up at 6:30 am to blinding sunshine in our room. I thought we had slept through checkout time and it was high noon. We had closed all of the sunshades and blinds before we went to bed hoping to sleep in the next morning as we were on a little vacation for our anniversary. I’m also assuming our room was facing the sun more in the morning. We were so disappointed. I wish we had been warned. We also had a balcony and asked if we could get a chair to sit outside since we noticed that other rooms had chairs. They said they would bring us one but never did. Needless to say this will be our last time staying here unless we need to stay awake for 24 hours Hotels are not cheep in Downtown San Diego. Choose wisely. Hope this helps someone.
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Velanda
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Such a nice hotel. The room was spacious and clean. I really liked it. The only downside was that it was rather dark as only two bedside type side lights were available. The service was wonderful. Trey at the desk was w fantastic and quite helpful. Juan who worked at the Valet was also extremely helpful.
Such a nice hotel. The room was spacious and clean. I really liked it. The only downside was that it was rather dark as only two bedside type side lights were available. The service was wonderful. Trey at the desk was w fantastic and quite helpful. Juan who worked at the Valet was also extremely helpful.
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Kevin
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
It WAS convenient to the trolley line but as a result is surrounded by homeless and panhandlers. The room was dimly lit without opening all the curtains. No real door to the bathroom, just a sliding glass door. No fan in the bathroom so the mirror fogs easily from the shower (no tub) The room DOES have USB charging ports but no real night stand - just a mini shelf big enough for a phone. There is a digital safe in the closet and a mini fridge
It WAS convenient to the trolley line but as a result is surrounded by homeless and panhandlers. The room was dimly lit without opening all the curtains. No real door to the bathroom, just a sliding glass door. No fan in the bathroom so the mirror fogs easily from the shower (no tub) The room DOES have USB charging ports but no real night stand - just a mini shelf big enough for a phone. There is a digital safe in the closet and a mini fridge
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Robert
Mar 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Had a corner balcony room. Size was amazing and beautifully decorated. Enjoyed the bar each day with great drinks.
Had a corner balcony room. Size was amazing and beautifully decorated. Enjoyed the bar each day with great drinks.
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Jane
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The electric buses which I’m thrilled to see our electric honk, loud enough where I can hear it up on the 18th floor and they’re consistently honking . I’m sure it’s to make sure no one is on the tracks. The hotel is fine. My room is nice and big because I upgraded myself for $30 not realizing that there was an additional $35 fee just for being here every day so that’s another 70 bucks that I didn’t know I would be responsible for All of the people that work here is sweet as can be and it’s not their fault they work in the most disgusting area in San Diego. Downtown San Diego just avoid it altogether. I don’t care what your rate is on your hotel room pay $50 more to stay somewhere nicer as far as the neighborhood goes. The room comes provided with two capsules for the Nespresso maker that are caffeinated and two that are decaf and coffee mat The pool looks inviting, but it’s a cold July day and overcast I ordered food at the bar for breakfast which they said I could take up to my room. I asked for scrambled eggs and well-done sausages, which all had clearly been premade before I ordered. They were stone cold by the time I got to my room. So maybe if the world were a little different I would consider staying here again, but to walk out the front door and feel like you’re in the middle of an apocalypse is not ideal . And my biggest tip should you choose to stay here and spend any time at all in your room ask for the rooms away from the tracks because they honk incessantl
The electric buses which I’m thrilled to see our electric honk, loud enough where I can hear it up on the 18th floor and they’re consistently honking . I’m sure it’s to make sure no one is on the tracks. The hotel is fine. My room is nice and big because I upgraded myself for $30 not realizing that there was an additional $35 fee just for being here every day so that’s another 70 bucks that I didn’t know I would be responsible for All of the people that work here is sweet as can be and it’s not their fault they work in the most disgusting area in San Diego. Downtown San Diego just avoid it altogether. I don’t care what your rate is on your hotel room pay $50 more to stay somewhere nicer as far as the neighborhood goes. The room comes provided with two capsules for the Nespresso maker that are caffeinated and two that are decaf and coffee mat The pool looks inviting, but it’s a cold July day and overcast I ordered food at the bar for breakfast which they said I could take up to my room. I asked for scrambled eggs and well-done sausages, which all had clearly been premade before I ordered. They were stone cold by the time I got to my room. So maybe if the world were a little different I would consider staying here again, but to walk out the front door and feel like you’re in the middle of an apocalypse is not ideal . And my biggest tip should you choose to stay here and spend any time at all in your room ask for the rooms away from the tracks because they honk incessantl
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Maria
Nov 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
TV didnt work. Poor wifi.
TV didnt work. Poor wifi.
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Paola
Dec 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our new favorite hotel in SD. Easy check in and check out. Rooms were spacious, clean and with a great view. Staff members were extremely friendly, starting with the valet employees when we first arrived at the hotel. We would definitely return. Also, loved the artwork and decor of the room.
Our new favorite hotel in SD. Easy check in and check out. Rooms were spacious, clean and with a great view. Staff members were extremely friendly, starting with the valet employees when we first arrived at the hotel. We would definitely return. Also, loved the artwork and decor of the room.
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Service
Service is widely praised as professional, warm and accommodating across front desk, valet and dining teams. A minority mention slow or uneven bar/restaurant service, delayed room readiness or requests, and confusion over amenity fees or credits.
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Christopher
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
professional and courteous and attentive front desk, staff and weight staff. Nice selection and excellent food quality on the menu.
professional and courteous and attentive front desk, staff and weight staff. Nice selection and excellent food quality on the menu.
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Alexis
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great people, had my question answer right away and they are really quick for things that you need for example towels,ice and bringing my car right away. We’ll definitely come back.
Great people, had my question answer right away and they are really quick for things that you need for example towels,ice and bringing my car right away. We’ll definitely come back.
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Michael
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved the decor and how beautifully designed everything is. I didn't like that we couldnt self park and we looked like a bunch of gypsy's unloading at the curb. The staff at the pool bar, ("leave of absence") was not friendly at all. We had to wait almost two hours after check-in to get our room and you think they would try to make you as comfortable as possible at the pool bar asking if you need drinks, trying to get you to spend money. We had two kids with us so to wait like we did was a big deal. But they just walked passed us and didn't even acknowledge we were there, we had to go to the bar and ask for drinks. Thank God for Sophia at the front desk. She was super sweet and was really apologetic for the wait, even though it was out of her control. The beds were very comfortable and we had a decent city view. Overall it was a nice time.
I loved the decor and how beautifully designed everything is. I didn't like that we couldnt self park and we looked like a bunch of gypsy's unloading at the curb. The staff at the pool bar, ("leave of absence") was not friendly at all. We had to wait almost two hours after check-in to get our room and you think they would try to make you as comfortable as possible at the pool bar asking if you need drinks, trying to get you to spend money. We had two kids with us so to wait like we did was a big deal. But they just walked passed us and didn't even acknowledge we were there, we had to go to the bar and ask for drinks. Thank God for Sophia at the front desk. She was super sweet and was really apologetic for the wait, even though it was out of her control. The beds were very comfortable and we had a decent city view. Overall it was a nice time.
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Corey
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The exceptional staff, from the concierge Sophia, who provided amazing service, with a smile, to Gabriel, the bartender, who made the stay even more enjoyable, and everyone in between…the customer service was outstanding.
The exceptional staff, from the concierge Sophia, who provided amazing service, with a smile, to Gabriel, the bartender, who made the stay even more enjoyable, and everyone in between…the customer service was outstanding.
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Paul
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All staff interactions were great, from the front desk, bell staff, housekeeping, and lobby bar/cafe. Everyone was eager to serve and had great attitudes.
All staff interactions were great, from the front desk, bell staff, housekeeping, and lobby bar/cafe. Everyone was eager to serve and had great attitudes.
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Karen
Jan 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I stay here for a weekend trip and it was truly amazing. The property is beautiful, staff was incredible, the location was perfect, close enough to the night life but far enough where you aren’t in the middle of it. Will definitely be staying here again.
I stay here for a weekend trip and it was truly amazing. The property is beautiful, staff was incredible, the location was perfect, close enough to the night life but far enough where you aren’t in the middle of it. Will definitely be staying here again.
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Jake
Apr 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The service was great, room was lovely, and people genuinely seemed to care.
The service was great, room was lovely, and people genuinely seemed to care.
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Nolan
Sep 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was awful. Do not stay here. Disruptive and unwelcoming property. Will not return.
Staff was awful. Do not stay here. Disruptive and unwelcoming property. Will not return.
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Robert
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was very professional
The staff was very professional
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Alma
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing customer service. Staff were attentive and helpful.
Amazing customer service. Staff were attentive and helpful.
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Location
Central, walkable base for Gaslamp, Petco Park and transit. Many reviews also highlight a large unhoused presence, dirty sidewalks and strong odors outside, plus some trolley or nightlife noise.
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Neal
Apr 12, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Alma hotel is great, loved the room decor and quality and the lobby bar was fun. The hotel is right next to a bus stop and tram so a bit of homeless around but that is the only downside.
The Alma hotel is great, loved the room decor and quality and the lobby bar was fun. The hotel is right next to a bus stop and tram so a bit of homeless around but that is the only downside.
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Donna
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location for easy access to all that San Diego offers. Lovely property and kind and gracious staff.
Great location for easy access to all that San Diego offers. Lovely property and kind and gracious staff.
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esperanza
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The only thing i did not like is having all the homeless near the hotel.
The only thing i did not like is having all the homeless near the hotel.
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Brent
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Unfortunately, for the downtown area you cannot escape the transient population or the traffic noise.
Unfortunately, for the downtown area you cannot escape the transient population or the traffic noise.
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Francis
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was clean, the location to the ball park was good. The room service was sufficient. No ice on the floor. The streets were dirty with lots of homeless people wandering.
The hotel was clean, the location to the ball park was good. The room service was sufficient. No ice on the floor. The streets were dirty with lots of homeless people wandering.
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Kayla
Dec 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is beautiful but the location is not ideal. You’re better off getting a hotel closer to little Italy if you still want a downtown vibe.
The hotel is beautiful but the location is not ideal. You’re better off getting a hotel closer to little Italy if you still want a downtown vibe.
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Amy
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The location was somewhat central for our day trips to La Jolla and Coronado Island, which was great. It felt like everything was not too far away from the hotel. That staff were friendly, professional and efficient. The area outside the hotel seems to not be in the best area. There were always more homeless people in this area than I saw anywhere else. Even the nearby CVS had heightened security with a guard at the door and every (and I mean EVERY) item locked up. We enjoyed our stay and never felt unsafe.
The location was somewhat central for our day trips to La Jolla and Coronado Island, which was great. It felt like everything was not too far away from the hotel. That staff were friendly, professional and efficient. The area outside the hotel seems to not be in the best area. There were always more homeless people in this area than I saw anywhere else. Even the nearby CVS had heightened security with a guard at the door and every (and I mean EVERY) item locked up. We enjoyed our stay and never felt unsafe.
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Melissa
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Love the location, walked to the seaport village, great location to food and entertainment, 7-11 next door attracts homeless people.
Love the location, walked to the seaport village, great location to food and entertainment, 7-11 next door attracts homeless people.
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John
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Downtown hotel so convenient for the gaslight area and Petco Park. Parking is expensive though.
Downtown hotel so convenient for the gaslight area and Petco Park. Parking is expensive though.
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asuncion
Dec 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, walkable to many restaurants, Petco Park and all downtown amenities
Great location, walkable to many restaurants, Petco Park and all downtown amenities
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Dining
The cafe, bar and breakfast earn frequent compliments for taste and quality, with coffee and credits appreciated. Some guests found options limited, prices high or service inconsistent, and a few reported confusion about breakfast-included versus credit.
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Amy
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean, convenient, well-appointed hotel. We enjoyed dining at the hotel restaurant, found the reception staff very helpful and informative and the room was spacious and comfortable.
Clean, convenient, well-appointed hotel. We enjoyed dining at the hotel restaurant, found the reception staff very helpful and informative and the room was spacious and comfortable.
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Kay
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff was friendly; but there was music at the pool one night and it was too loud. After turning on the white noise and pulling all the blinds the music still vibrated through our room. Food in dining area was good. Transportation was easy and the gaslight district was fun.
Staff was friendly; but there was music at the pool one night and it was too loud. After turning on the white noise and pulling all the blinds the music still vibrated through our room. Food in dining area was good. Transportation was easy and the gaslight district was fun.
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Adilene
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The staff was great! And the cafe’s food was delicious!
The staff was great! And the cafe’s food was delicious!
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Nigel
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good property, well maintained, friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent and free coffee in the early morning was a welcome touch. Comfortable room.
Very good property, well maintained, friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent and free coffee in the early morning was a welcome touch. Comfortable room.
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Dawn
Jun 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Absolutely perfect! Love our entire experience. Great atmosphere, food, pool, and cocktails. Central to everywhere we wanted to go!
Absolutely perfect! Love our entire experience. Great atmosphere, food, pool, and cocktails. Central to everywhere we wanted to go!
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Antonio Ivan
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
“Le ponen mucha crema a sus tacos” buen desayuno. Habitación con distribución incómoda. En desayuno es rico, aunque cobran y eso que se anuncian con desayuno incluido … lo cual es pésimo. Él estacionamiento es ma caro que otros hoteles cercanos.
“Le ponen mucha crema a sus tacos” buen desayuno. Habitación con distribución incómoda. En desayuno es rico, aunque cobran y eso que se anuncian con desayuno incluido … lo cual es pésimo. Él estacionamiento es ma caro que otros hoteles cercanos.
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Nicole
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Good hotel, bed was comfy and the room was clean. Limited dining options but the food at the cafe was good. Washrooms in their dining facilities were often out of order.
Good hotel, bed was comfy and the room was clean. Limited dining options but the food at the cafe was good. Washrooms in their dining facilities were often out of order.
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Harley
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property was lovely! The staff was very kind and accommodating. I really liked the room. It was decorated well and felt comfy and chic. The one subpar thing we experienced while here, was we sat down at the cafe for dinner at 4pm. The dinner menu looked delicious! Dinner begins at 4pm and we ordered right away, after about 30 minutes the server checked in again. We waited for over 50 minutes and then checked in again with our server, who checked with the kitchen and let us know that our order was never placed!!! It was extremely disappointing because it seems like the server never gave them our order. We left because we had a concert to go. So unfortunately we did not get to have dinner. Aside from that, the staff was very kind, the room was nice, and the hotel it self was great!
This property was lovely! The staff was very kind and accommodating. I really liked the room. It was decorated well and felt comfy and chic. The one subpar thing we experienced while here, was we sat down at the cafe for dinner at 4pm. The dinner menu looked delicious! Dinner begins at 4pm and we ordered right away, after about 30 minutes the server checked in again. We waited for over 50 minutes and then checked in again with our server, who checked with the kitchen and let us know that our order was never placed!!! It was extremely disappointing because it seems like the server never gave them our order. We left because we had a concert to go. So unfortunately we did not get to have dinner. Aside from that, the staff was very kind, the room was nice, and the hotel it self was great!
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Hisham
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was wonderful with a gym and outdoor pool. Conveniently located in downtown San Diego with easy access to everything! The room was spacious and very clean and the dining options were great, on the expensive side though like the rest of San Diego.
The hotel was wonderful with a gym and outdoor pool. Conveniently located in downtown San Diego with easy access to everything! The room was spacious and very clean and the dining options were great, on the expensive side though like the rest of San Diego.
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Jo
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this place! Every staff member was friendly and helpful, and the food at the restaurant was great! The roof pool is a lovely place to spend the afternoon.
Loved this place! Every staff member was friendly and helpful, and the food at the restaurant was great! The roof pool is a lovely place to spend the afternoon.
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Jesse
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Awesome hotel i highly recommend
Awesome hotel i highly recommend
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Donna
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Valet parking was too much and the one valet was overwhelmed at checkout. Took over 20 minutes to get car.
Valet parking was too much and the one valet was overwhelmed at checkout. Took over 20 minutes to get car.
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kurshanna
last month
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent property, service, and an eclectic ambience. Loved it!
Excellent property, service, and an eclectic ambience. Loved it!
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Christopher
Aug 10, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Besides the staff being fantastic, this will be my first and last time staying at the Alma. This is just another “boutique hotel” pretending to be something it’s not in the bad side of town, looking to separate customers from their money as quickly as possible. Be prepared to pay a $35 per day, “destination” fee, whatever that is. Oh and $70 a day to park your car. This is absolutely ridiculous. There’s nothing boutique or special about this place. It’s an old hotel with an air-conditioning that barely works and homeless and human waste all over the place right next to the light rail tracks with trolly cars that blast a super loud and obnoxious horn all morning and day until midnight that you can hear right through the closed windows. Budget in an extra $105 per night minimum in addition to what you paid for nightly. The staff were excellent, they are the best and only good part of this hotel.
Besides the staff being fantastic, this will be my first and last time staying at the Alma. This is just another “boutique hotel” pretending to be something it’s not in the bad side of town, looking to separate customers from their money as quickly as possible. Be prepared to pay a $35 per day, “destination” fee, whatever that is. Oh and $70 a day to park your car. This is absolutely ridiculous. There’s nothing boutique or special about this place. It’s an old hotel with an air-conditioning that barely works and homeless and human waste all over the place right next to the light rail tracks with trolly cars that blast a super loud and obnoxious horn all morning and day until midnight that you can hear right through the closed windows. Budget in an extra $105 per night minimum in addition to what you paid for nightly. The staff were excellent, they are the best and only good part of this hotel.
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Idalis
Aug 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Our interaction with Sean truly exceeded our expectations. Not only did he treat us with the upmost respect, he went above and beyond with helping my boyfriend and I during our stay by the pool area. Thank you Sean!
Our interaction with Sean truly exceeded our expectations. Not only did he treat us with the upmost respect, he went above and beyond with helping my boyfriend and I during our stay by the pool area. Thank you Sean!
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 16:00 to 00:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is available on-site. Valet parking is also offered.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out options may be available upon request.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and facilities.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located in Downtown San Diego, near attractions such as USS Midway Museum, Balboa Park, and San Diego Zoo.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features a rooftop swimming pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.
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- 2026-09-22: 277.99305805813594USD
- 2026-09-23: 276.1338179944458USD
- 2026-09-24: 256.0213062312317USD
- 2026-09-25: 339.5588176415405USD
- 2026-09-26: 358.00880525427243USD
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- 2026-10-01: 357.047975147583USD
- 2026-10-02: 501.6393128741455USD
- 2026-10-03: 806.7667533568115USD
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- 2026-10-16: 470.44659945928953USD
- 2026-10-17: 588.9517730775757USD
- 2026-10-18: 374.5263213780517USD
- 2026-10-19: 333.6337808206787USD
- 2026-10-20: 319.8863811395874USD
- 2026-10-22: 279.66306558340455USD
- 2026-10-23: 272.69641342404174USD
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- 2026-10-30: 375.07244926599117USD
- 2026-10-31: 253.06681704174804USD
- 2026-11-01: 230.90919579309082USD
- 2026-11-02: 266.1534963569946USD
- 2026-11-05: 224.9558982274475USD
- 2026-11-06: 354.6307922677612USD
- 2026-11-07: 340.55584967425534USD
- 2026-11-08: 230.83420357376096USD
- 2026-11-09: 264.89583158642574USD
- 2026-11-12: 355.6098289851074USD
- 2026-11-13: 450.1732039421386USD
- 2026-11-14: 462.0173613157959USD
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.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 150.00 per day
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
- Covered valet parking fee: USD 70 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
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Restaurant
Swimming pool
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Dry Cleaning
Activities
Swimming pool
Scuba Diving
Windsurfing
Cycling
Fishing
Horse Riding
Hiking
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Rooftop)
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Fitness Center (nearby)
Parking
Parking
Valet Parking
Parking Onsite
Services
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Safe-Deposit Box
Bicycle Rental
Luggage Storage
Express Check-In/Check-Out
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
General
Room Service
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Poolside Bar
Allergy-Free Room Available
Beach Sun Loungers
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Internet
Free Wi-Fi