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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Bicycling
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$197
$170 nightly
$197 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23

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1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaport Village
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Balcony)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony) | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 425 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

In the heart of San Diego, Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Waterfront Park and Petco Park. .This boutique hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from San Diego Convention Center and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Seaport Village.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Petco Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Seaport Village - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 1 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grant Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lobby @ Courtyard Marriott San Diego - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Stout Public House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Petco Park
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 211 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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

Stay in one of 211 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite at The Cafe, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. This hotel has 14 meeting rooms available for events.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and noon.
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has 2 restaurants serving breakfast and dinner.
The Cafe - This café specializes in American cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Onsite venue #3 - This restaurant is located by the pool and specializes in pizza. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • The Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 20 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per day
  • Destination fee: USD 35
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls

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

The property's resort fee includes a daily USD 10 food and beverage credit which can be used in the on-site restaurant or for in-room dining.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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, 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 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)

Property is also known as

Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego
Kimpton Alma Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Alma San Diego an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego an IHG Hotel
"Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego an IHG Hotel"
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel
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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 613 out of 892 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 892 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 892 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 892 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 892 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nafisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Valeria

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

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property aesthetic is modern & hip. Definitely upgrade to suites with tubs! Bathrooms are slippery, be very mindful. Expedia lists daily deposit as $100/night, but hotel says $150/night, weird miscommunication.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aalias

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Nice place and Friendly staff 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was outstanding. Loved the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The actual hotel, staff and rooms are amazing! Everyone was so kind, and helpful. Valet parking was quick and professional. Our room was beautiful and clean the property had a nice pool and rooftop lounge. However, as soon as you go 10 yards away from the hotel there were multiple homeless in various mental states and a guy who often had his pants off. Luckily we were there to attend a concert next door so we didn’t go far but the state of the Gas lamp area really saddened me.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rida

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service were great. Room was cute as described
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jamal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracee

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

Valet

Tyson, the valet that helped us park and retrieve our car, was the best and made the trip totally worth it. Kudos to him
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dominique Lisette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here overall the room was clean, spacious, and comfortable. The only issue we ran into was that the shower and sink drained very slowly, leaving standing water about an inch or two deep by the end of use. Although we didn’t get a chance to try it, the bar looked great, and the hotel seemed to offer plenty of daily activities that looked fun if you have the time to join in. One thing I wish I had known beforehand is that the hotel is located in an area with a large unhoused population. At night, there was visible drug use in the surrounding streets. The hotel does offer valet service, which is convenient, but if you plan to park offsite, be prepared to walk through these areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and had a great view from my room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the hotel itself, but Marriott should do something about temperature control. Woke up in sweats.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has bad smell
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place I have stayed in SD!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeana

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good property, well maintained, friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent and free coffee in the early morning was a welcome touch. Comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florinda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Khawaja

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wondeful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Abraham

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
property was very pretty but due to lack of maintenance many things have begun to fall apart in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025