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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Enjoy a city view from the large window, with a desk and chair for work and a small table for relaxation.
Relax in a spacious room with a sofa near a sliding door offering a city view, a cozy reading area, and a separate seating space.
Relax and socialize in this urban space with comfortable seating, potted plants, and a large window offering a view of the street.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, where you can sit at the counter or at a table with a view of the staircase.
Enjoy a city view from the comfort of a spacious bed against floor-to-ceiling windows.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Harbor View

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (Balcony)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

  • 425 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4-star hotel in Downtown San Diego
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace are onsite.
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 211 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 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 shower/tub combinations, 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.

In addition to an outdoor pool, Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel provides a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

14 meeting rooms are available. This business-friendly hotel also offers a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge. A total renovation of this property was completed in October 2022.

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a smoke-free property.

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.
Leave of Absence - 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

  • Leave of Absence
  • 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
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

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

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 100.00 per day
  • Destination fee: USD 35
  • Resort fee: USD 39.45 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
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel San Diego

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 471 out of 675 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 675 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 675 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 675 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 675 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Alma hotel is great, loved the room decor and quality and the lobby bar was fun. The hotel is right next to a bus stop and tram so a bit of homeless around but that is the only downside.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alma was such a pleasant stay! Very beautiful hotel with a great view. Great location, walking distance to everything. All staff was amazing, super nice, will most definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the rooms and lobby bar
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sergio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The front staff was very professional and friendly. We felt welcome. The location is excellent and it's close to restaurants and bars. The room was very clean but unfortunately our neighbors were a bit noisy. When we tried to claim our complimentary glass of wine, the bar tender ignored us and didn't even greet us. We waited for several minutes and ended up leaving because it felt like we were begging for a mere glass of wine. This was on a Saturday evening. Other than that, we had a good stay. I don't think we'll be returning though. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Great service. Very walkable in downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina, Chino Hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay in downtown San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was great, room was lovely, and people genuinely seemed to care.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramona, perris

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Convenient location

Nice trendy hotel. mattress needs replacing as they sink in the middle. Temperature control didn’t work well and was too cold at night and not enough bed covering. Staff are very pleasant and good location. Like the cafe and assessable bar. Think a little too pricey and not sure I would pay that price again and don’t understand a resort fee for a downtown hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

Great hotel downtown

Great hotel in the Gas Lamp district. Lots of dining, and amenities nearby. The room was comfortable with great style and decor. I will say the lights had a short and several of them did not work properly. The fridge also did not stay cold. Pool is great and lots of great seating. Food and drinks were great and the staff is very friendly and accommodating. Affordable parking is a challenge, but it is downtown San Diego.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

2/10 Terrible

Zeyu

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Avoid at all costs! Room is smelly from the nearby restaurant vents. Staff are poorly trained and don’t follow along complaints and solutions. Food credits are confusing to use
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yessenia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Extra charges on my card! When I went to ask what is was for no one could provide me with an exact answer. Terrible service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel. Up charge for parking. Room provided was not as nice as the photos on Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fitzhashes

Everything was awesome!’nn
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jason

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
There was not enough staff to help. Food choices are very limited. The area around the hotel is very unsafe, with homeless people yelling and sleeping all over the sidewalk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025