HAMPTON INN SAN DIEGO DOWNTOWN, San Diego – Your ideal downtown stay
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Hotel Overview
1531 Pacific Highway,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101,
California
Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown - Comfortable hotel with rooftop pool near San Diego International Airport
Located in Little Italy, this hotel offers views of the San Diego harbor. It is a short walk from Waterfront Park and the County Administrative building. The hotel provides a free hot breakfast, a fitness center, and a rooftop pool with bay views. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The hotel is within three miles of San Diego International Airport and the San Diego Zoo. Nearby attractions include the Maritime Museum, Petco Park, and the USS Midway Museum. The hotel has conference space measuring 1,300 square feet and offers a free airport shuttle.
Additional perks of the hotel
Free continental breakfast
Free airport shuttle
24-hour room service
Facilities for disabled guests
Car park available
Concierge services
Late check-out (where available)
Outdoor swimming pool
Pet-friendly rooms (max weight: 75 lbs)
EV charging nearby (1 mile)
Rooms
The hotel has 177 air-conditioned guest rooms with LCD televisions. All rooms include premium bedding, laptop-friendly workspaces, free WiFi, and air conditioning. Private bathrooms come with shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Some rooms offer bay views. Rooms are equipped with a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV, and a desk. Quadruple rooms provide two beds, and suites include a seating area.
Other conveniences
Ironing facilities
Heating
Mini-bar (in select rooms)
Rollaway beds
Flat-screen TV with cable
Complimentary wired Internet access
Computer station
Express check-in
Full cleaning every fourth night/fifth day
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1531 Pacific Highway,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101,
California
Map view
1531 Pacific Highway,
San Diego,
California,
United States,
92101,
California
City landmarks
Museum
USS Midway Museum
4500 ft
Zoo
San Diego Zoo
1.5
mi
Mall
Seaport Village
5000 ft
Landmark
Petco Park
1.3
mi
Museum
San Diego Museum of Man
1.3
mi
Museum
The New Children's Museum
1.2
mi
Train Station
Santa Fe Depot
2500 ft
Church
St. Joseph Cathedral
2800 ft
Landmark
National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military
3500 ft
Landmark
The Unconditional Surrender
4900 ft
Convention Centre
San Diego Convention Center
1.4
mi
Landmark
The Homecoming Statue
3400 ft
Mall
The Headquarters at Seaport
3900 ft
Landmark
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
3900 ft
Park
The Embarcadero
2900 ft
Landmark
Tuna Harbor Park
3400 ft
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art
3000 ft
Landmark
Waterfront Walkway
3300 ft
Mall
Westfield Horton Plaza
1.2
mi
Museum
San Diego Air & Space Museum
2.1
mi
Landmark
Star of India
2100 ft
Mall
Horton Plaza Park
1.2
mi
Museum
San Diego Automotive Museum
2.0
mi
Nearby
Museum
Maritime Museum of San Diego
1900 ft
Monument
Little Italy
1600 ft
Museum
San Diego Firehouse Museum
1300 ft
Church
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church
1300 ft
Square
Piazza Basilone
1800 ft
Park
Waterfront Park
1400 ft
Market
Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Market
1300 ft
Restaurants
Jack in the Box
600 ft
1619 Pacific Hwy
Salt and Straw
1400 ft
1670 India St
Caffe Italia
1600 ft
1704 India St
Pappalecco
1600 ft
1602 State Street
Landini's Pizzeria
1900 ft
1827 India St Little Italy
Hazelwoods on the Bay
2100 ft
1355 N Harbor Dr
Lofty Coffee Little Italy
1400 ft
444 W Cedar St
Not Not Tacos
1600 ft
550 W Date St Suite B
Nosh Delicatessen
1200 ft
670 W B St
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 9 reviews
7.7
7.7/10 based on 2261 reviews
Kevin
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.0/10
The hotel is conveniently located to explore downtown San Diego, Little Italy, and the seafront. It offers a perfect base for a pleasant stay in beautiful San Diego. While the rooms are older but shielded from outside noise, they come with free WiFi and have all the necessary appointments. The service is consistently friendly and professional, making me eager to return. Dining options were healthy, starting the day off right with a good selection of items, though choices for guests with allergies are limited.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although older, are adequate in size and shielded from outside noise, providing a comfortable stay with all necessary appointments.
Service
9.0
The service was always friendly and accommodating, making me feel welcome and taken care of throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location next to the trolley station, within walking distance of downtown, Little Italy, and the waterfront, offers a perfect spot to explore the city with ease.
Dining
7.0
The dining was adequate with healthy options to start the day right, but more choices for people with allergies would have enhanced the experience.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides standard facilities to meet basic needs, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.
Philip
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.6/10
The hotel offers comfortable and quiet rooms, though a bit on the small side. The staff is friendly and helpful, but there were some issues with room preparation. The location is great for exploring downtown San Diego, although it can become edgy in the evening if you are alone. The dining options were nice, but additional costs like parking affected the overall experience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are comfortable and quiet, as long as they are away from the rail line at the back of the premises.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, but there were some issues with communication regarding reported problems.
Location
9.0
The location is ideal for exploring downtown San Diego and is within walking distance to eateries and tram lines.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were nice, although there were additional costs like parking that impacted the overall value.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, but some additional services incurred extra costs.
Ray
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.6/10
The hotel is conveniently located with easy access to the waterfront and park. While the initial room view was disappointing, the staff was accommodating and moved us to a room with a lovely waterfront view. The rooms lacked some amenities like a microwave and adequate storage space for clothes, but overall provided a comfortable stay.
Rooms
7.0
The room we initially had faced a solid cinder block wall, but the staff changed us to a room with a lovely waterfront view. The furniture was a bit lacking, and there was no microwave or shelving for clothes.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely helpful, especially when they moved us to a better room. They were very pleasant and ensured we had a comfortable stay.
Location
8.0
The location was great, near the waterfront, park, and within walking distance to restaurants and shopping areas. It was also convenient for visiting attractions like the Maritime Museum and Little Italy.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were satisfactory, especially for breakfast. The variety in the hot section each morning paired well with bottomless coffee, although the timing might not be ideal for everyone.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered standard facilities that met our basic needs during our stay.
Carl
United States,
November
2023
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was superb, especially as I had a wedding to attend at waterfront park opposite the hotel. The rooms, however, were extremely noisy due to the loud train bells outside and thin windows, which woke me up several times during the night. The service was excellent overall, with the staff being courteous and helpful. The dining options were convenient but not exceptional. It was a bit crowded at times, but the hotel felt safe at night.
Rooms
7.0
Despite the noise from the train bells outside, the room was clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was courteous and friendly, always quick to address any issues.
Location
8.0
The location was superb, especially for the event I was attending at waterfront park opposite. It felt safe at night.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were convenient, but the quality was not outstanding.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had the basic facilities needed for a comfortable stay.
Shaun
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.6/10
The hotel was quiet and equipped with all the necessary modern amenities, but it had a bit of a dated feel. The service was very helpful and accommodating, although there was a small issue with lack of information about the elevators. The location was great for accessing various San Diego attractions, but being near the train tracks could be a drawback. The dining experience was convenient for busy days, but the use of disposable cutlery was a downside.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms had all the modern amenities needed and were quiet, but they seemed to have an older 60-70s style.
Service
9.0
The service was very helpful and eager to assist with anything needed, although there was a small issue with lack of information about the elevator.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient for reaching San Diego attractions like Little Italy, Portside Pier, and Seaport Village, with easy access to downtown, but being near the train tracks was a minor drawback.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience provided a quick start to the day, but the use of flimsy paper plates and plastic cutlery made cutting food challenging.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities made the stay comfortable and convenient for a busy weekend.
William
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic with some impressive highlights and a few drawbacks. The rooms were wonderful with a view overlooking the main railway, although the noise could be bothersome at night. The service was excellent overall, but there was a hiccup finding my reservation despite booking in advance. The location was convenient for exploring San Diego, although there were mixed experiences with the dining options. Overall, a stay with great value for money in a well-situated hotel.
Rooms
8.0
My room was wonderful with a view of the main railway. However, the noise from the trains running through the night was a bit unsettling.
Service
7.0
The staff at the hotel were lovely, friendly, and courteous. But there was a minor issue where my reservation couldn't be found despite booking weeks ahead.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was great as it's a short walk to attractions like the USS Midway and Little Italy area. However, reaching other areas like the Old Town required expensive cab rides.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast was a bit disappointing with to-go options that weren't expected. However, the coffee was good, saving the morning.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered adequate facilities for a comfortable stay but could have improved in certain areas to enhance the overall guest experience.
Great location
Noisy nights
Daniel
United States,
July
2023
8.2/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The room was comfy and quiet, with all the amenities we needed to make our stay enjoyable. However, there were some improvements needed in the shower area. The location was excellent for exploring the city, with easy access to scenic paths and parks. The dining experience was good, especially when considering the prices in nearby restaurants.
Rooms
9.0
The room was great, except for minor issues we complained about. It had a coffee maker, large fridge, perfect WI-FI, blackout curtains, and fresh sheets daily.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch! Staff were always willing to assist and were smiling, friendly, and helpful.
Location
8.0
The location was first-rate for exploring the city, with easy access to scenic paths, parks, and coffee shops.
Dining
7.0
The dining was good enough for a quick bite before heading out. However, the to-go option was not what I was expecting.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were satisfactory for my needs during the stay.
Stephanie
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is conveniently located near Little Italy with easy access to the waterfront attractions. The rooms are extremely noisy due to thin walls, but the service is exceptional. Dining offers a variety of fresh and tasty food choices. The noise level from the nearby fire station and rail system can be disruptive, but overall, the location is great for exploring the area.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms have paper-thin walls and are very noisy. Our room was isolated at the end of the hall, surrounded by storage closets and an emergency stairwell.
Service
8.0
The service was fantastic with helpful staff, except for the overcharge issue. They were cooperative with additional needs like scanning and copies.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is great for walks to Little Italy and the waterfront attractions, but it can get noisy due to the fire station and rail system.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfying with fresh and tasty food offerings. The breakfast selection, although basic, was a good start to the day without long waiting times.
Facilities
6.0
Joseph
United States,
April
2023
8.2/10
The hotel had very clean and nice rooms with a nice view over the seating area in front of the pool, but they faced extremely loud and constant train bells due to very thin windows. The service was quick and helpful, and the staff really took care of us during our stay. The location was excellent, very convenient to many attractions in downtown San Diego. The dining options were good and definitely saved us some money, even though there were a few limitations. The facilities were well-maintained and provided a comfortable stay overall.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very clean and nice with a nice view over the pool seating area, but the noise from train bells was a downside.
Service
9.0
The service was quick and very helpful; the staff really takes care of you when you're there.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent and very convenient to downtown San Diego attractions, within walking distance of many popular spots.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good and definitely saved us some money, though there were some limitations.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, offering a comfortable stay for guests.
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