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Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

4 stars
1047 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
68 reviews
Relaxing Business Trip

The staff at the Palomar were very friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to make my stay... See full review

  • Trentino Tom
  • Feb 9, 2013
Great stay in San Diego

The location of this hotel was very good, it is very central in the Gaslamp quarter. The staff were... See full review

  • Holfy
  • Apr 21, 2013
Asian-influenced luxury at downtown hotel

Move into luxury and sophisticated, art-filled style at Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel at the gateway to the Gaslamp District. Rooms are modern and sophisticated. The on-site spa invites you to relax and rejuvenate in remarkable style. The hotel boasts a swanky rooftop pool lounge open to the public and its on-site restaurant, Saltbox Dining & Drinking, offers traditional American bistro fare featuring local seafood. The hotel also sits next to the local House of Blues.

Highlights
  • Swanky rooftop pool lounge open to the public
  • Splurge on a treatment at the on-site spa
  • Nightly wine reception
  • Chauffeur service within a two-mile radius (limited service and times)
Rooms

Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel offers 183 rooms, including 20 one-bedroom suites that feature Brazilian walnut floors and modern furniture. Each room comes standard with a plasma flat-screen TV, an MP3 docking station, animal print robes, luxurious bath amenities, Italian Frette linens, rainforest shower heads, organic honor bars and in-room safe. Floor-to-ceiling windows open so guests can feel the ocean breeze. Wi-Fi and high-speed Internet access are available.

Features

Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel was named to the 2009 Hot List by Conde Nast Traveler magazine.

All guests receive complimentary access to the rooftop heated pool and on-site 24-hour fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment. At night, the pool deck transforms into a open-air lounge where guests receive free admission. Stays include complimentary chauffeur service around downtown (within a two-mile radius at limited service and times) and a nightly wine reception. Travelers are also entitled to a complimentary overnight shoe shine.

Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel features a full-service spa that invites you to relax and rejuvenate in remarkable style (fees apply).

Grab a meal at Saltbox Dining & Drinking, an American bistro that serves innovative comfort food.

Transportation
  • MTS Bus (2 blocks)
  • San Diego Trolley (8 blocks)
  • San Diego International Airport (4 mi/7 km)
Attractions
  • Gaslamp District (2 blocks)
  • Petco Park (8 blocks)
  • San Diego Zoo (2 mi/3 km)
  • Old Town (3 mi/5 km)
  • Qualcomm Stadium (4 mi/7 km)
  • Point Loma (5 mi/9 km)
  • Sea World (6 mi/10 km)
Business
  • 24-hour business center
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access for Kimpton InTouch loyalty members
  • About 22,000 square feet of meeting space
Policies and fees
  • Valet and self parking are available (fees apply)

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel Rooms

Accessible Deluxe 2 Double
Accessible Deluxe 2 Double and Roll-In 402-420 sq ft-acessible tub- comm features-
Luxury 2 Bedroom Penthouse
Luxury Two Bedroom Penthouse 1843 sq ft, bi-level, 2 king, views of Coronado 2 private balconies, living area, table for 6
Luxury Three Bedroom Penthouse
Luxury Three Bedroom Penthouse 2779 sq ft, bi-level,3 kings,view of San Diego 2 private balconies, living area, table for 6
Balboa Luxury Flat with 1 King B
Balboa Luxury Flat with 1 King Bed 1176 sq ft, views of San Diego, balcony, living area, dining table for 4, full kitchen
City Center Luxury Flat with 1 K
City Center Luxury Flat with 1 King Bed 834 sq ft, views of San Diego, living area, dining table for 6, full kitchen, frette
Gaslamp Luxury Flat with 1 King
Gaslamp Luxury Flat with 1 King Bed 969 sq ft, views of San Diego, balcony, 1.5 bathrooms, living area, dining table for 6
San Diego Harbor Luxury Flat wit
San Diego Harbor Luxury Flat with 1 King Bed 942 sq ft, views of the bay, balcony,
Deluxe Room with 2 Double Beds
Deluxe Guest Room with 2 Double Beds 402-420 sq ft, lower floor, frette linens rainforest shower, MP3 alarm clock, desk
Skyline View with 1 Queen Bed
Skyline View Guest Room with 1 Queen Bed 344 sq ft, views of San Diego, frette linens, glass rainforest shower, MP3 alarm clock
Skyline View with 1 King Bed
Skyline View Guest Room with 1 King Bed 317-446 sq ft views of San Diego, frette linens glass rainforest shower, MP3 alarm clock,desk
Skyline View with 2 Double Beds
Skyline View Guest Room with 2 Double Beds 420-560 sq ft views of San Diego, frette linens glass rainforest shower, MP3 alarm clock, desk
Accessible Skyline Suite 1 King
Accessible Skyline Suite 1 King Roll-In 581-920 sq ft, roll-in shower, comm features,
Skyline View Suite 1 King Bed
Skyline View Suite with 1 King Bed 581-920 sq ft, views of San Diego, living room frette linens, glass rainforest shower, MP3
Accessible Deluxe 2 Double Roll-
Accessible Deluxe 2 Double Roll-In 402-420 sq ft, roll-in shower, communication features,
Accessible Skyline Suite 1 King
Accessible Skyline Suite 1 King 581-920 sq ft, communication features,
Accessible Skyline 1 King Roll-i
Accessible Skyline 1 King Roll-in 317-446 sq ft, roll-in shower, communication features,
Accessible Skyline 1 King
Accessible Skyline 1 King 317-446 sq ft, communication features,
Balboa Luxury Flat with 1 King B
Coronado Luxury Flat with 1 King Bed 1042 sq ft, views of Coronado, two balconies, living area, dining table for 6, full kitchen
Accessible Deluxe 1 King Roll-In
Accessible Deluxe 1 King Roll-In 380-550 sq ft-lower floor-frette linens Roll in shower commucation ftrs avail
Deluxe Room with 1 King Bed
Deluxe Guest Room with 1 King Bed 380-550 sq ft-lower floor-frette linens rainforest shower-mp3 alarm clock-desk

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Heated pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Pets allowed
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
24 hour security
Activities
Heated pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Night club
Children's activities
Jogging track
Boating
Scuba diving
Fishing
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
24 hour room service
Room service
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Porters
Conference facilities
Gift shop
Copy service
Audio visual equipment
Conference suite
Computer rental
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Accessible facilities
Accessible rooms
Accessible parking
Knock light (hearing impaired)
Grab bars in bathroom
TDD telephone machine
Room
DVD player
Television with cable
Radio
Cordless phone
Safe
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Desk with lamp
Mini bar
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Fire alarm with light
In room movies
Temperature control
Electronic door locks
Iron
Ironing board
International direct dial
Sprinklers in rooms

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Hotel Map

32.7163 -117.1602
Nearby airports
Palm Springs Regional Airport, (PSP), 142.00, MI, S; Los Angeles International Airport, (LAX), 125.00, MI, S; McClellan-Palomar Airport, (CLD), 35.00, MI, S; Long Beach Airport Daugherty Field, (LGB), 100.00, MI, S
Area description
City Center

Nearby points of interest

  • Childrens Museum of San Diego: 0.5 mi
  • Firehouse Museum: 0.6 mi
  • PETCO Park: 0.6 mi
  • Gaslamp Quarter: 0.7 mi
  • San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.8 mi
  • San Diego Automotive Museum: 0.9 mi
  • San Diego Museum of Man: 1.2 mi
  • Timken Museum of Art: 1.2 mi
  • Botanical Building: 1.2 mi
  • San Diego Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
  • Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.3 mi
  • San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Casa De Balboa: 1.3 mi
  • San Diego Zoo: 1.3 mi
  • Spanish Village Art Center: 1.4 mi
  • Childrens Museum of San Diego: 0.5 mi
  • Firehouse Museum: 0.6 mi
  • PETCO Park: 0.6 mi
  • Gaslamp Quarter: 0.7 mi
  • San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.8 mi
  • San Diego Automotive Museum: 0.9 mi
  • San Diego Museum of Man: 1.2 mi
  • Timken Museum of Art: 1.2 mi
  • Botanical Building: 1.2 mi
  • San Diego Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
  • Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.3 mi
  • San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Casa De Balboa: 1.3 mi
  • San Diego Zoo: 1.3 mi
  • Spanish Village Art Center: 1.4 mi
  • Port of San Diego: 2.3 mi
  • Heritage Park: 3.1 mi
  • Whaley House Museum: 3.2 mi
  • Old Town San Diego: 3.4 mi
  • Bazaar Del Mundo: 3.4 mi
  • Junipero Serra Museum: 3.6 mi
  • Qualcomm Stadium: 4.3 mi
  • Hospitality Point: 5 mi
  • Sea World: 5.2 mi
  • Sunset Cliffs: 5.4 mi
  • Mission Bay Park: 6 mi
  • Chula Vista Nature Center: 6.3 mi
  • Belmont Park: 6.5 mi
  • Pacific Beach: 7.3 mi
  • Family Fun Center: 8 mi
  • Sorrento Valley: 12.2 mi
  • California Center For The Arts Museum: 28 mi
  • Legoland: 29.9 mi

Dining

Saltbox Dining and Drinking
Saltbox raises the bar with its gastro-lounge approach featuring fresh farm-to-table ingredients. Here a deceptively simple menu takes on a spirited focus with skillful food and drink pairings.
SummerSalt Lounge
The lounge is a magnet by day or night where hotel guests and locals alike luxuriate in comfortable casual seating and the open-air pool deck setting.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (68)

Ratings and reviews for Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Overall score

3.7 / 5
68 out of 68
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.5

74% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Mosi
PHOENIX AZ
Apr 22, 2009

Perfect location, Wonderful service.

My finace and I had a great time during our weekend stay at the Setai San Diego. We danced in the bar downstairs on saturday night and had a blast. Good music, fun people, we'll never forget it. The unisex bathroom is amazing, it has to be the coolest bathroom we'd ever been in. The best thing about the hotel for us was the location, being that it was right in the mix downtown, close to everything we wanted to do.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Sydney, Australia
May 2, 2009

Great weekend getaway

First trip to San Diego, the hotel is very zen. On arrival you are greated with a sparkling wine while your reservation is checked. Although there was a mix up, only one room reserved instead of two, it was quickly rectified. You are given a guided tour of the hotel and its facilities. Rooms overlooking the pool area noisey until the nightclub closes

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: In Hotel

Very trendy bar and a night club at the pool

Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
san diego, ca
May 26, 2009

great staycation

We went to a local venue and had a great time at the hotel. The staff were superb and very friendly. I even got a complimentary upgrade without asking. I definitely recommend this hotel and am planning another "staycation" there soon!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Moving to San Diego soon
Tucson, AZ
Jun 1, 2009

Se is wonderful!

Se is a one of a kind hotel with immaculate rooms in the gaslamp quarter. I felt like royalty as all of the staff were very professional and friendly. Parking downtown can be hectic but for a fee, valet will park your car and retrieve it for you as many times as you need it throughout the day. The beds were comfortable and the showers were amazing! Will definitely stay there again. :)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Dallas, TX
Jun 3, 2009

Amazing!

We pulled up to the hotel and were immediately greeted by a valet. ($38/night, in and out as many times as you'd like). Not bad at all, considering the public parking garage across the street is $2 per hour and you pay each time you leave. Upon entering the hotel, the door was opened for us, we were asked to have a seat, and we were brought two complimentary drinks. The hotel is in a perfect location for the annual Rock n Roll Marathon. Room service was A+ and concierge was very helpful with any and all questions. Most comfortable beds around! 4th floor outdoor pool/bar is amazing with good drink and food variety, and live entertainment. Simply Amazing. Best hotel Ever. Highly recommended

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
JFG
Silver Spring, MD
Jul 18, 2009

Advocate for Se San Diego

This is the place to stay while in San Diego. Everything is within walking distance such as the mall and train station. The staff was very friendly and professional. I will always stay at Se San Diego when I am visiting. I hated to leave but I will definitely be back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
kwhit
ames, ia
Jun 30, 2009

Ultra chic hotel

We really enjoyed staying at the Se. The design is gorgeous, the location can't be beat for Gaslamp, and the staff were helpful and friendly. They have all kinds of amenities including a full service spa, restaurant, and two lounges (the uber lounge by the pool was our favorite).

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: In Hotel

The nightlife involved with the Se is especially amazing if you're 20-30 and interested in going out/dancing/drinks (try the spicy mojito!). If you want a quiet room, may we suggest one of the upper floors. Between the lower and uber lounges (on the ground and 4th floors) on the weekends it is a little noisy. Although a room on the 3rd floor is also right next to the spa.

Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
sacramento, ca
Jul 7, 2009

Amazing Hotel

July 4th weekend. The pool area and lounge is a scene to been scene, scene. Beautiful people all over including the staff. I don't normally stay at $400 a night hotels, but after staying here for several nights might start considering (especially when on sale). Everything fits into place and you really feel as if you are on vacation with no worries. Luxury defined at the Se. I am already planning another trip there.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
colorado
Oct 19, 2009

amazing hotel

Incredible interior and exterior desiging. Rooms were really clean and spacious

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Lakewood
Nov 22, 2009

My first time

I love the atmosphere and the neatness of this hotel. The Zen and relaxation connection were interesting. Only difficulty, my room was close to the swimming pool; it was too noisy but the staff was very comprehensive and found me another quiet room. I do recommend this hotel (maybe pricy for most of us) if you want to experience something new.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

spanish restaurants ( and others) close by are excellent

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