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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay films
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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

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1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬
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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (San Diego View) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (San Diego View)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View (Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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Exceptional
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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Balcony)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Spa Suite) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Spa Suite)

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

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Bay View (Balcony) | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay films

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Bay View (Balcony)

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

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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(2 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

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

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Penthouse) | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay films

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Penthouse)

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

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay films

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Petco Park
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness centre, a poolside bar and a rooftop terrace are on-site.
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 211 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from San Diego Civic Theatre. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and 2 bars. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Drinking and dining options include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • 13 minutes by foot from Petco Park and a 2-minute drive from Waterfront Park
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 14 meeting rooms available. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was completed in October 2022.

This 4-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to noon.
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has 2 restaurants serving breakfast and dinner.
The Cafe – This café specialises in American cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Leave of Absence – This restaurant is located by the pool and specialises in pizza. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open selected days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Leave of Absence
  • The Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 20 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per day
  • Destination fee: USD 35.
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The property's resort fee includes a daily USD 10 food and beverage credit which can be used in the on-site restaurant or for in-room dining.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 65 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego
Kimpton Alma Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Alma San Diego an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego an IHG Hotel
"Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego an IHG Hotel"
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel San Diego

Reviews

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 827 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 827 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 827 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 827 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 827 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samara

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Close to restaurants and Petco Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Minh

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and calm hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kendra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mykyta

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing. Tyson from valet parking was incredible. Everyone so fruendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, close to Gaslamp and Little Italy. Great rooftop pool and bar area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
professional and courteous and attentive front desk, staff and weight staff. Nice selection and excellent food quality on the menu.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Great coffee and tea in the morning. Nice pool and gym. Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Classy, Comfy & Cool

Bed was super comfy! View was amazing! Food at cafe and the pool bar was delicious! Prime location in the heart of San Diego!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very close to Gaslamp. I love that they have bikes available for the day to explore the city
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

glenn

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the makeup washcloth. Nice touch. Hated that parking price wasn’t stated upfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025