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Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA, 92108
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fashion Valley Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, University of San Diego
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(428 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Executive Level

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Executive Level

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View, Poolside

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(254 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Diego

In the heart of San Diego, Kings Inn San Diego is within a 5-minute drive of Fashion Valley Mall and Riverwalk Golf Club. .This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Old Town San Diego State Park and 3 mi (4.9 km) from University of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Riverwalk Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of San Diego - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • UC San Diego Health - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Fashion Valley Transit Center Station - 2 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkey Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hampton’s “On The House” Breakfast - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Crust Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Waffle Spot - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wolf In The Woods - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kings Inn San Diego

Art Deco hotel with 2 restaurants and a fitness center
Kings Inn San Diego offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 140 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy American cuisine at The Waffle Spot, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in San Diego? This hotel has 1500 square feet (139 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 1:00 PM.
The Waffle Spot - This diner specializes in American cuisine. A children's menu is available.
The Amigo Spot - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Amigo Spot
  • The Waffle Spot

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,500 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1959
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

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 accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per day
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 5 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 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Parking for SUVs RVs, buses, trailers, and large vehicles is not available. Fees apply for additional parking, subject to availability.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 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)

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Kings Inn San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2165 out of 3574 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 881 out of 3574 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 315 out of 3574 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 3574 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 99 out of 3574 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, including the parking lot and gardens. We had an issue with noisy neighbors and they handled it perfectly. We loved the vintage feel of the property. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

donna m, Little River

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bed was comfortable and pool was very nice. The Waffle Spot restaurant on the property was great for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRA

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

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, the restaurants were decent. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toi

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

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Expedia said this is the price. Kings Inn said "Nope 15$ additional parking charge."
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

70’s Retro Vibe, Great Stay. 4.8 ⭐️

Everything was great, the amenities were beyond expectation. The exterior has a 70s retro vibe, the pool and pool area were very nice and equipped with lots of pool toys and shade. The laundry room and gym were very clean. The only reason why I didn’t rate it 5 stars was because in one of the 3 rooms we had there had a musty smell and the tubs in all 3 rooms were stained, clean but felt dirty. The AC worked perfectly, and the beds were comfortable. Front desk very nice and helpful. 2 restaurants on site.The food from the Mexican restaurant was so good and not pricey at all. We arrived late, about 15 minutes before they were going to close, but they still took our order for six, very kind staff. I would definitely stay here again, well worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Updated and nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Humid
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelton

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accessible to highways. Room was clean and service from counter was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our go-to hotel for frequent trips to San Diego. Price is usually affordable compared to other locations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Yifan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hajoon

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence, Elk Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value Close to San Diego area attractions and beaches. Property kept clean. Very nice family swimming pool. Surprisingly good on-site restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the retro feel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025