The Sofia Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Downtown stay
The hotel was nice. The staff was helpfull. The room was clean. Great location. I would stay there...
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Gakman
- Apr 23, 2013
Friend weekend getaway
Had an amazing.time! The room was very cute and staff was very helpful . Very quaint hotel and...
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Thunderwoman300
- Apr 21, 2013
Sophisticated elegance in Gaslamp with business center and yoga
The Sofia Hotel was designed for business travelers. Guests enjoy the 24-hour business and fitness centers and 24-hour health center with yoga studio. Other convenience-oriented amenities in this sophisticated and elegant property include mini refrigerators, laptop-sized in-room safes and more. Situated on the edge of the Gaslamp Quarter, the hotel features breathtaking views of San Diego Bay. The on-site restaurant, Currant Brasserie, serves French-inspired cuisine.The Sofia Hotel Rooms
- Deluxe Queen Guest Room
- The room offers 1 Queen Bed with fine linens white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilcrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make up mirrors, oversized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. All the rooms are Non Smoking. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe Studio Suite
- For those guests who require special accommodations, the Sofia offers special one room suites. Suites include one Queen bed in the sleeping area and one Queen Sleeper Sofa in the living area. Each guest suite is non-smoking and attention to details are everywhere. All Suites include fine linens, white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow-top mattresses, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over-sized signature bath sheets, convenient work stations with ergonomic chairs, flat screen televisions, and a refreshment center that houses a microwave and refrigerator. Suites are designed to reflect a comfortable, chic feel with natural influences intended to invoke a sense of harmony and balance. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe Double/Double Guest Room
- The room offers 2 Double beds with fine linens white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilcrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make up mirrors, oversized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. All the rooms are Non Smoking. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe 1 Double Bed
- One double bed non smoking and features fine linens with white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over sized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- City Side Deluxe Queen Guest Room
- One queen bed with views of the city. Each guest room is non smoking and features fine linens with white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over sized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe King Guest Room
- One king bed. Each guest room is non smoking and features fine linens with white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over sized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Smoke-free policy
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Activities
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Diego, CA
- Nearby airports
- (SAN)San Diego International Airport
- Area description
- San Diego's newest urban retreat walking distance to the historical Gaslamp Quarter, PetCo Park, Broadway Pier, San Diego Convention Center and Sea Port Village. Just minutes from all San Diego's most popular activities including San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Sea World San Diego and the white sandy social beaches.
Nearby points of interest
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 0.4 mi
- Firehouse Museum: 0.4 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 0.7 mi
- PETCO Park: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.9 mi
- San Diego Automotive Museum: 1 mi
- San Diego Museum of Man: 1.3 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Timken Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Botanical Building: 1.4 mi
- San Diego Zoo: 1.4 mi
- Casa De Balboa: 1.5 mi
- Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.5 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.5 mi
- Spanish Village Art Center: 1.5 mi
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 0.4 mi
- Firehouse Museum: 0.4 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 0.7 mi
- PETCO Park: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.9 mi
- San Diego Automotive Museum: 1 mi
- San Diego Museum of Man: 1.3 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Timken Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Botanical Building: 1.4 mi
- San Diego Zoo: 1.4 mi
- Casa De Balboa: 1.5 mi
- Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.5 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.5 mi
- Spanish Village Art Center: 1.5 mi
- Port of San Diego: 2 mi
- Heritage Park: 3 mi
- Whaley House Museum: 3 mi
- Old Town San Diego: 3.2 mi
- Bazaar Del Mundo: 3.3 mi
- Junipero Serra Museum: 3.5 mi
- Qualcomm Stadium: 4.4 mi
- Hospitality Point: 4.8 mi
- Sea World: 5 mi
- Sunset Cliffs: 5.1 mi
- Mission Bay Park: 5.9 mi
- Belmont Park: 6.3 mi
- Chula Vista Nature Center: 6.5 mi
- Pacific Beach: 7.2 mi
- Family Fun Center: 8 mi
- Sorrento Valley: 12.2 mi
- California Center For The Arts Museum: 28.1 mi
- Legoland: 29.8 mi
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Conference + Business Centers Life on the road doesn't have to be hard for business travelers. Sofia's event space accommodates up to 88 individuals in a variety of ways, including conferences, lectures, private events and training sessions.
Dining
- Currant American Brasserie
- Monday - Friday Lunch: 11:30am - 2:30pm Lounge Menu: 11:30am - Close Happy Hour: 3pm -6pm and 9pm - Close Dinner: 5pm - 10pm Saturday & Sunday Brunch: 9am - 2:30pm Lounge Menu: 2:30pm - Close Happy Hour: 3pm - 6pm; 9pm - Close Dinner: 5pm - 10pm
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1100
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.
Guest Reviews (276)
Ratings and reviews for The Sofia Hotel
- All travelers (276) 4.1 / 5
- Business (89) 4.1 / 5
- Couples (115) 4.1 / 5
- Families (16) 3.9 / 5
- Friends (19) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (34) 3.9 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.9
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 4.2
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
baignoire
Clean, comfortable, classy
We had a great stay at the Sofia. We only stayed one night but the hotel was very comfortable and the staff was friendly and well-informed. My only complaint is that parking is difficult and expensive so be aware if you have a car. I really would have liked to have more time to check out their gym facilities!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
traveler from frankfort
Lovely stay
Hotel staff were very prefessional.Location in downtown, near gaslamp district.A lot of good restaurents /movie theater near by.Even thouse it was short stay, we enjoyed very much.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Lori V
Cute Hotel
Hotel was cute. A little small but decent use of space. Good location. Sink was dirty when we checked in and beds were only double size.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
DAVE. J
Convient location, friendly staff
Stayed at the Sofia Hotel for 4 nights for a convention in San Diego. Very pleased with the stay - the location is close to everything (airport $15 by taxi, convention center, harbor, etc). The staff were very friendly and helpful - I had a package sent prior to my arrival and the bellman took good care of it and when I sent it back to home, they took care of it as well. The room was neat, clean and well furnished. Free Wifi was available. The only cons was the room was small compared to other 4-star hotels; however, it's understandable for its prime location. All in all, we were happy with our stay at the Sofia Hotel in SD. Will stay again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great place to stay, Minutes away from gas light
Staff was so helpful and told me all of the great places to see
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JMT4465
Great Location
I had a great stay at the Sofia Hotel, It has a perfect location for getting around on Public Transport. The bus stops are within a block of the hotel, the tram is a block to the rear. You can easily walk to the Coronado Ferry, and you are only 5 mins walk from Horton plaza. San Diego is such a chilled out place, the Sofia Hotel definitely matches the city! The staff are super friendly and relaxed, great bar/restaurant downstairs. Great experience, I would certainly stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
RStraveler
excellent staff
When we request a better room the staff was very nice to give us a much better room without additional cost. When we inform about poor TV reception, the staff fixed the problem immediately.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Oregon Frequent Traveler
A Special Hotel
I continue to come back to this hotel, it is central to most places to shop, eat, and conference. Staff are excellent. It's a top notch hotel. I have one concern; as a customer I do not like paying the fee for the hotel fitness center when as a guest I do not use it! What gives with this?
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Take a walk beyond the main streets and you will find some very interesting and excellent places to eat.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Dan dan
Great
Couldn't have asked for more. Great location to everything downtown and transportation. Nice rooms, nice staff. Business center was good. Will def be back if in the area again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Bus transportation is great. Don't rent a car and pay 30/day. 5/day for bus and they come quickly. Or take a cab.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SCM82110
Cute hotel close to San Diego attractions!
The hotel staff was very friendly. The room was a bit small, but it's to be expected for the area. They had modern upgrades in the room and the gym and yoga studio were amazing! This is the first hotel I've ever seen with an actual yoga studio. The hotel was on the border of the gas lamp quarter. Petco park was a 12 minute walk, the ferries to and from Coronado island were about a 10 minute walk and is close to tons of restaurants and shops. The only down side is the fact that the hotel is close to services for the homeless. But as San Diego is a bigger city, this just comes with the territory. I gave the hotel staff a 4 out of 5 becasue we had requested extra towels and it had taken what seemed longer than needed and was holding us up on the rest of our plans for that day. Overall, a great experience!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
DAMAGED MY VEHICLE
The valets ($30, by the way), Damaged my new vehicle and the company they contract with said the they asked the valet- he said he didn't do it, so its not their fault. Don't stay here- the rooms are tiny and there were dogs yapping at me ALL NIGHT, plus the neighbors had a party- I know because I heard EVERY WORD through the wall. On top of that, it wasn't cheap- you can stay at a WAY nice hotel down the street and NOT have this problem with your vehicle getting damaged. Also, in all SIX of the rooms my family booked the TV's didn't work. Super fun. On the plus side, the room was clean, and the staff was polite-- until I noticed the damage on my car.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
