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Horton Grand Hotel San Diego, San Diego

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About the Hotel

311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101

The Horton Grand Hotel is a historic boutique hotel located in the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego. This elegant property features Victorian-era architecture and décor, offering a unique blend of historical charm and modern luxury. Positioned just a few blocks from major attractions like Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center, it serves as a convenient base for both leisure and business travelers. The hotel is also surrounded by a dynamic array of restaurants, bars, and cultural experiences.

Location

Situated in downtown San Diego, the Horton Grand Hotel is within walking distance of numerous attractions, including the USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village. The Gaslamp Quarter is a lively district known for its nightlife and dining options. The San Diego Trolley conveniently stops near the hotel, providing easy access to the rest of the city and beyond.

Rooms

The hotel offers an array of accommodations featuring Victorian-style furnishings and modern amenities. Each room includes a gas-burning fireplace, complimentary Wi-Fi, and flat-screen televisions. Some rooms come with private balconies, allowing guests to enjoy views of the courtyard or the cityscape. Accessible rooms are available, providing mobility-friendly amenities for all guests.

Eat & Drink

Salt & Whiskey, the hotel's on-site restaurant, features local entertainment on weekend evenings. It serves brunch on weekends from 10 AM to 1 PM, and dinner throughout the week with varying hours. The establishment offers a menu that highlights seasonal ingredients in a vibrant setting, catering to diverse palates.

Leisure & Business

The Horton Grand Hotel features 23,000 square feet of flexible event space, including a ballroom for up to 240 people. Guests can utilize the fitness center which is open daily, and access the business center available 24/7. High-speed internet is complimentary throughout the hotel, making it suitable for business and leisure needs alike.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room
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4 persons
33 m² 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
City view
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2 persons
28 m² 
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2 persons
28 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
San Diego 1.2 mi
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 3.3 mi
El Cajon (CJN) 15.2 mi
Train
Santa Fe Depot3700 ft
Bus
Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101
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311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101
Nearby
Museums
The New Children's Museum
1100 ft
Mall
Westfield Horton Plaza
1600 ft
Museums
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
300 ft
Museums
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
400 ft
Harbor Drive & G Street
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
1100 ft
Mall
Horton Plaza Park
1700 ft
715 J St
Bub's at the Ballpark
1200 ft
Night club
FLUXX Nightclub
200 ft
435 Fifth Ave
Oxford Social Club
600 ft
Night club
OMNIA Nightclub San Diego
600 ft
Restaurants
Cafe 222
400 ft
222 Island Ave
The Dubliner Irish Pub and Restaurant
400 ft
554 Fourth Ave
Las Hadas Grill
400 ft
558 4th Ave
The Field Irish Pub
700 ft
544 Fifth Avenue
The Lazy Hippo
500 ft
416 3rd Ave
The Whiskey House
500 ft
420 3rd Ave Between Island Avenue & J St in East Village
Searsucker
900 ft
611 5th Ave
barleymash
900 ft
600 5th Ave Gaslamp
Royal India
600 ft
329 Market St
Chocolat Cremerie
500 ft
509 5th Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Cozy Style
Good Location
Dated Rooms
Inconsistent Service
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
6.8
Location
8.6
Service
8.2
Dining
6.9
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 10 review
8.2
8.2/10based on 2204 review
Billy
United States of America, April  2024
8.0/10

The hotel was conveniently located, offering a great stay overall. The rooms were comfortable and clean, although a bit small. The service was excellent, with helpful and friendly staff. The dining options were varied and enjoyable. However, the location had some dated aspects, and there was a strange smell in the rooms at times.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small but nice and clean, although occasionally had a strange smell.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with gracious and helpful staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel is perfect, right in the heart of the Gaslamp District and close to many restaurants.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was really good with a nice variety of choices.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were great with a variety of services available.
Dan
United States of America, March  2024
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the bright side, the room I stayed in was lovely and clean, but the downside was facing the brick wall of the building next door. The service was excellent overall, with a warm and welcoming staff, but the early morning noise from setting up breakfast was quite bothersome. The location is great, with easy access to the Gas Lamp District's attractions, although it can get loud on weekends. Dining options were adequate but uninspired, not leaving a lasting impression. Despite some setbacks, my stay was mostly enjoyable.

Rooms
7.0
The room I stayed in was lovely and clean.
Service
8.0
The service was excellent with a warm and welcoming staff, but the early morning noise was a downside.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the Gas Lamp District was great, despite occasional loud evenings.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were adequate but not inspiring.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Liz
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.2/10

The hotel offers a cozy and ideal stay for solo travelers or couples, with small but comfortable rooms that could use additional blankets. The service is exceptional, providing a top-notch experience throughout. The location is superb, putting you right in the heart of the vibrant Gas Lamp area. The dining experience is satisfactory, with room for improvement on the buffet options. Overall, a great value for the convenient location and friendly service provided.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although small, are perfect for a single traveler or a couple. It would be better to have additional blankets available besides sheets and a thin blanket. The scent in the room was not pleasant.
Service
9.0
The service was top shelf, with staff always pleasant and knowledgeable, offering a great experience from arrival to departure.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is excellent, placing you right in the center of the historic Gas Lamp area with an abundance of dining and entertainment options nearby.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was adequate but could be more inspired, with room for improvement on the buffet options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities meet expectations with various services available to enhance your stay.
David
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.8/10

The hotel offers outstanding comfort in rooms, the bed was amazing, but noise could be an issue. The service was excellent with helpful staff, but some information was missing. The location is great near the harbor and convention center. The dining experience has some room for improvement. Overall, a good value for money option.

Rooms
8.0
The room was huge with a large lounge area and separate TV, very comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.0
The hotel is excellently located near the harbor and convention center, perfect for business or leisure visits.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some issues with cold food, but the service was welcoming.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered good amenities but could be noisy due to location across from public restrooms.
Roger
United Kingdom, July  2023
7.2/10

Staying on the ground floor exposed us to outside noise from events, yet it kept us connected. The room was small with slow and low-quality Wi-Fi. The location is ideal for exploring the Gaslamp quarter and offers a charming atmosphere, although not many shops nearby. The dining was plentiful but could be improved. Friendly staff and great historic ambiance.

Rooms
6.0
The room was small and impacted by outside noise, but at least the Wi-Fi allowed us to stay connected.
Service
7.0
The staff had mixed interactions, from being a bit rude to being very helpful with services like early check-in and bag holding.
Location
8.0
The location in the Gaslamp district is charming with historic elements and close proximity to attractions, even though not many shops are around.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was plentiful but could be improved for better quality.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers various conveniences and services for a comfortable stay.
Richard
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.2/10

The hotel rooms were fantastic, providing lots of space but with potential for improvements in layout. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff throughout. The location was ideal for exploring the Gaslamp District and nearby attractions. The dining experience was excellent, especially with live entertainment, though prices were on the higher side. Overall, a great stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, quiet, and functional, with lovely period piece furniture.
Service
9.0
The staff was super friendly and accommodating, making my stay very welcoming.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the Gaslamp District was perfect for exploring the area on foot and enjoying nearby theaters and entertainment.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was excellent, especially with the live entertainment at the bar. Breakfast was good, but prices were a bit high.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered great facilities, with everything from dry cleaning to valet parking available to enhance my stay.
Max
United States of America, June  2023
6.0/10

The hotel had a cozy style with a chimney in the rooms, but they were on the smaller side for a king room and very dated. While the service was inconsistent, lying about parking availability, and being right on top of the patio, some aspects like dry cleaning and valet parking were decent. The location was a highlight, perfect for walking to mini bars and eateries, and within walking distance of attractions like Petco Park and the USS Midway museum. The dining experience was mixed, with cold food and limited options, but the Dim Sum was really good. Overall, a place with some charm but room for improvement.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms had a cozy style including a chimney, but they were on the smaller side and very dated.
Service
6.0
The service was inconsistent, with some staff being dismissive and lying about parking availability, but other services like dry cleaning and valet parking were decent.
Location
8.0
The location was great for walking to nearby bars and eateries, and close to attractions like Petco Park and the USS Midway museum.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some downsides with cold food and limited options, but the Dim Sum was really good.
Facilities
5.0
Cozy Style
Dated Rooms
Catherine
United Kingdom, June  2023
6.6/10

The hotel didn’t quite live up to the grand pictures, with no fridge or microwave in the room and a lack of electrical outlets. Despite the disorganization, the staff was friendly and helpful. Parking came at an extra cost of $46, and the shower handle was in need of repair. Unfortunately, the hotel's charm turned eerie with unexpected ghost tours passing by.

Rooms
5.0
The room lacked essential amenities like a fridge and microwave, and outlets were insufficient. Parking fees were high, and the shower handle needed maintenance.
Service
7.0
Despite the disorganization, the staff were accommodating and polite.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient, although the proximity to the Gaslamp area meant some noise. Easy access to downtown San Diego and the congress center.
Dining
6.0
Only had breakfast at the hotel, which was average. There was some remodeling ongoing during the stay.
Facilities
7.0
Limited facilities but the hotel managed to provide a cozy and pleasant stay overall.
Terry
United Kingdom, June  2023
8.6/10

I had a great experience at the hotel! The rooms were really nice, with a comfy bed and everything spotlessly clean. The staff was fantastically friendly and even recommended a fun breakfast place for us. The location was perfect for exploring the Gaslamp district, just wish they were a bit more organized at the front desk. The dining was amazing with all the details and colors, the buffet offered great value and the server staff were very helpful. Overall, a fantastic stay with a few hiccups here and there.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were really nice, with a comfy bed and clean.
Service
9.0
The staff were super friendly and responsive.
Location
9.0
The hotel is right in the heart of the Gaslamp district, making it easy to walk to restaurants and access the city trolley.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was really good, with kind hosts and waitstaff.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great and provided everything we needed during our stay.
Jack
United Kingdom, May  2023
7.8/10

The hotel is located in party central San Diego, right in the Gaslamp District. The rooms between buildings were small and dark but clean, retaining a historic charm. The staff were incredibly helpful and attentive. The hotel's dining options were good value for money, offering Asian street food and lobby continental breakfast. While being slightly loud due to the vibrant neighborhood, its proximity to various attractions makes it a comfortable stay.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms between buildings were small, dark, and dated, but clean.
Service
9.0
The staff, from check-in to bartenders, were very attentive and went above and beyond to assist with any request.
Location
8.0
The hotel is located in the lively Gaslamp District, close to restaurants, shopping, and the ballpark. It's a charming historic hotel within walking distance of many great food places.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered good value for money, with Asian street food and lobby continental breakfast options.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities cater to party people but provide a comfortable stay with necessary amenities and services.
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