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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Bay View (Balcony) | Living room
Exterior
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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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)

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 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, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(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, City View (Balcony)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Spa Suite)

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

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Bay View (Balcony) | Living room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, 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

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

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, 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)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(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 | Living room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

San Diego

In the heart of San Diego, Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Waterfront Park and Petco Park. .This boutique hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from San Diego Convention Center and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Seaport Village.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Petco Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seaport Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 1 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grant Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lobby @ Courtyard Marriott San Diego - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crab Hut - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Petco Park
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 211 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

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

Stay in one of 211 guestrooms featuring LCD 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. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
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.
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.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. This hotel has 14 meeting rooms available for events.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and noon.
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has 2 restaurants serving breakfast and dinner.
The Cafe - This café specializes in American cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Leave of Absence - This restaurant is located by the pool and specializes in pizza. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select 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 available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 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 have included 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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Covered 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, 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
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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
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. 572 out of 834 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 834 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 834 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 834 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 834 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and secure building
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and parking was easy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely be coming back this hotel was beautiful inside and out plenty of restaurants,bars, and even clubs everything shuts down at 2:00 am which is plenty of time to go out have fun and then come back to a beautiful quiet room for much deserved sleep
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hotel, not so great outside

First off let me say the hotel was gorgeous and very clean. However once you step outside and you try to go a block north or south you run into homeless. I’m originally from NY, I know how to deal with them but this is a different level. Outside the hotel doors the streets are dirty, the bums are smoking crack and literally dropping fecal matter on the streets. From the time we walked from the hotel to the convention center and vice versa we were nearly disgusted. Once we got back to the hotel at night we never left. There is nothing to do within a block or two walking distance as everything is a club, or it’s disgusting. You couldn’t tell in the sidewalks were wet from water or the bums relieving themselves. We did absolutely enjoy our hotel stay and the onsite restaurant was great, but there was nothing else for us to do. We left the hotel just ready to get back home. So much so we got the airport about 7hours early because downtown San Diego (away from gas lamp) is absolute garbage. Being there made my wife and I enjoy and appreciate where we live now. We would not book this hotel again, until the city gets a much needed clean up. OH! The best part is that in top of the expensive stay you have to pay tourism taxes, and fees EVERY SINGLE DAY. We paid over $200+ for tourism fees just to stay in the city. I’ve never heard of that before, but I guess that’s a California thing. They should pay us to stay there, seeing as how much of a dump California actually is.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is beautiful and clean and staff were very helpful and friendly. However, we will not be staying here again because of their “incidental” policy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel will stay here whenever I’m in San Diego
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish there was coffee more readily available. They have it in the lobby but only during morning hours and it wasn’t displayed or consistent. However, it WAS good when we caught it and they brought us a Keurig to our room upon request. Beds were the most comfortable EVER. Sheets were crisp and clean. Lobby was beautiful and staff were super friendly. Pool was so inviting and set up was beautifully decorated.
Pool
Pool Deck- seating
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Velanda

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

A Gem

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute chic hotel- they offered free filter water and free morning hot coffee. The hotel cafe was convenient and good. Hotel staff were very friendly. My only complaint was hearing the bus track noise every a couple of minutes. We were on the 20th floor which was nice but on the city view side.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven, Arlington

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Abby R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, very spacious. Clean hotel all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Majd

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

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, walked to the seaport village, great location to food and entertainment, 7-11 next door attracts homeless people.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this location. Very welcoming and accommodating. Will definitely recommend this place to everyone! Great location, good coffee, and good service. I’ll be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025