Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Executive Level

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View, Poolside

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View, Poolside

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(260 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
  • ‪Communion - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Waffle Spot - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kings Inn San Diego

Art Deco hotel with 2 restaurants, near Riverwalk Golf Club
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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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

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. 2199 out of 3619 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 882 out of 3619 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 320 out of 3619 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 3619 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 104 out of 3619 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m a big fan of the friendly staff that greets me every time I check in. This stay was based on business that I had in San Diego. I specifically chose this hotel because it feels like home away from home. The rooms are clean, smells good, and I love the extra blanket. My room was close to the pool and parking lot but I heard nothing. They have breakfast and dinner. Both convenient and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean - and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was friendly, and responsive to any and all inquires! I will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outstanding customer service, clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel, Bellevue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Genesis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dai

Travelled with family
Good for overnight
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Initially got this place because it said there’s a bar but it was closed during my stay. Also there’s no elevators soooo had to use stairs a lot. I did like I could buy some drinks/snacks in the middle of the night. It was a bad place to stay… overall ok:)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome hotel, would totally recommend especially our fellow Kiwi travellers
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SARO

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

10/10 Excellent

SARO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Amenities
All of the above
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the oldest hotels of the area but very well maintained friendñy staff, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stayed here many times. always good...beds were a little uncomfortable this time around... not sure what the difference is..and the A/C wasnt blowing cold air. Not a big problem, but notating it anyway
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Clara

Travelled with family
Hear strange noise very night. Poor sound proof.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building isbretro, but very clean, staff are friendly. The Waffle Spot and Amigos restaurants serve delicious food with reasonable pricing. Rooms are kept clean with daily turn down service. I wouls definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025