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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property

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American cuisine
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Front of property – evening/night
Serves dinner and happy hour

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaport Village
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(108 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Suite with Balcony | Living area

Premier Suite with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Downtown San Diego), The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is within a 10-minute walk of Petco Park and Seaport Village. .This historic hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from San Diego Convention Center and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Port of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaport Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barleymash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Chingon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Happy Does Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offers 132 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 132 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.
You can enjoy a meal at Salt & Whiskey serving the guests of The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in San Diego? This hotel has 22766 square feet (2115 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 4 meeting rooms.
Salt & Whiskey - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Salt & Whiskey - This piano bar specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 62 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salt & Whiskey
  • Salt & Whiskey

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 22,766 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1886
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 27.05 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

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

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 62 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Grand Horton
Grand Horton Hotel
Horton Grand
Horton Grand Hotel
Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
Horton Grand San Diego
Horton Hotel
Hotel Horton
The Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
The Horton Grand Hotel
The Horton Grand Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Hotel
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Hotel San Diego

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1910 out of 2809 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 571 out of 2809 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 218 out of 2809 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 2809 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 2809 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, far surpasses any expectation of an older Victorian hotel. I highly recommend this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely spectacular service and stand out hotel. Front desk was wonderful and helpful. BEAUTIFUL Victorian accents which adds so much character to your stay 10/10 highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay when we visit san diego. Close to everything but still very private and quiet. Love the vibes here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel. The only part that was not excellent was that the bathroom did not have sufficient light. Hard to see to shave or do makeup.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Balcony view of street and other buildings. Bed too high and not in position to see/enjoy fireplace. There was a “bridge” walkway between buildings that required walking in uncovered area. Website stated restaurant and happy hour available daily. Thursday night upon arrival it was closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing experience from the moment we got there! The front desk recepcionist, (maybe her name was Addy?) upgraded us to an AMAZING suite and we were so impressed. Mr. Ivy gave us several recommendations in the area, too. We will definitely stay here again when in San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean. They let us check in early. The only negative was the restaurant was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Letitia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical boutique hotel with beautiful rooms with balconies. Daily room service; an excellent restaurant on the property named "Salt and Whiskey". Their Whiskey burger is the best burger that I've eaten in the US or international. It's huge and loaded but the bar drinks were weak. Horton Grand is surrounded by a plethora of walkable fine eateries, shopping and entertainment venues in the famous Gaslamp Quarter. The beach is a few blocks, the airport is 10 - 15 minutes max. The hotel staff is attentive and friendly. My stay was a memorable experience.
Hotel lobby during Christmas
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was fantastic and clean, the staff was friendly and helpful but the balcony overlooked an alley and a wall so that was a little disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff, and in the heart of Downtown San Diego. The location is classy and offers large rooms for a fair price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ignacio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowley

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a charming hotel. Historical. Wonderfully located, great staff, clean, good amenities. Great kitchenette, lots of space. Walkable to most places. Loved….
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sean

We never checked in. Our reservations were canceled. Why am I getting an email now asking us if we enjoyed our stay?
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was amazing. Very clean! The bed was so comfortable. Unfortunately, our shower did not work. It would not pressurize. So we moved rooms. That shower did work but the bed was inverted. With one more room change, they nailed it! Great experience. That is why I only gave four stars. The bar Salt and Whiskey is also great! Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Furong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is amazing- tons of history and architectural stunning detail. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The location is great right in the heart of the Gaslamp District. The hotel room itself we stayed in was a little dated and in need of a 're-fresh' (not sure if other rooms or other areas of the hotel are as dated). However, I would definitely stay here again and will likely be my go to the next time I'm in San Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay at the Horton grand. Great location in the Gas Lamp district. 5 min walk to convention center as well as numerous places to eat and enjoy. Would highly recommend and will stay there on my next visit to San Diego. I didn't eat in the Hotel so cannot rate that.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025