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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Bay View | Living room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Bay View

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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, 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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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom (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

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

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

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View)

Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Penthouse) | Living room

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Penthouse)

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

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

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom (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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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 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 (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 - 3.0 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

  • ‪REI DO Gado Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Grant Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Local Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬1 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 100.00 per day
  • 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
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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 797 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 797 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 797 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 797 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 797 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

paulina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quvonte

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

6/10 Okay

Brian

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
The staff (Krystal, the dad joke fan, Sam, Gabriel, Ray, Bradly) and food is amazing! rooms are comfortable, clean and hotel is perfectly located. San Diego has a ***HUGE*** homeless problem, and this makes it a pain to come home after 9 pm. as the door staff had a hard time distinguishing a hotel guest from homeless person, (which is hard when you don't look up from your phone) But other than that inconvenience, our stay here was wonderful. Note for management, the bathroom on the second floor is not ADA compliant. While I was using the gender neutral bathroom, an older guest who had vision problems could not find the exit because the exit is painted black and the exit sign is out of sight, and this older man was very frustrated. See photos, suggestion move sign so its visible from inside bathroom. Further, our bathroom sink was clogged the entire stay, the fridge was leaking water, and the shower needed help as when you took one, it got water everywhere. These things make me question the value of my stay. I also heard another guest talking to staff about problems with their fridge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrah Désirée

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service. Staff were attentive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprisingly quiet room despite location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, felt very well looked after.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neida B

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walking distance to public transportation, restaurants, and amazing cleanliness at the property. My only disappointment was that upon check-in, the receptionist at the time failed to mention all the charges that the hotel would be making. I did read all the faqs before arriving to the hotel, but there were several charges made to our card that we didn’t understand. We had to return during one of our outing days to get it situated because it was very disappointing. One of the other receptionist working at the time, helped us and did us the favor of removing one of the early charges made. I would recommend that if you do decide to book at this hotel (which is great) to make sure that you are aware of all the charges they will make throughout your stay.
Beautiful interior at the hotel and amazing lobby service.
Close proximity to public transportation.
Front of hotel, it was great to see this upon arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mortadha

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and cool place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Kent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

anders

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Greg

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was small, not the cleanest. Valley attended was professional and courteous
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADAM

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesica, Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located, within walking distance from the convention center, staff is amazingly friendly and the rooms are very comfortable. Very much recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kaylah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and location however did not like that there is only valet parking $65 a day
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025