Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

8.8
  • City view
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

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About this property

Featuring a seasonal pool and rooftop bar, this hotel offers a fitness center on site. The nightlife of San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp district is a 5-minute walk away. This property is couple-friendly and offers several rooms with balconies. All guestrooms feature a spacious work area, gourmet honor bar, Italian Frette linen, yoga mat and luxury bath amenities. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are a mile from this hotel. Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres professional baseball team, is a 15-minute walk from Kimpton Alma San Diego. San Diego International Airport is a 12-minute drive away. The Cafe is open daily in the hotels Living Room.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Free cot available on request
Tribute Portfolio
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the real heart of San Diego, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.4

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Parking available at the hotel

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Queen Room
  • 1 large double bed
Room
250 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Iron
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max persons: 2
US$186 per night
Price US$664
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
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Max persons: 2
US$219 per night
Price US$762
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King Room
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room
250 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$195 per night
Price US$691
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Max persons: 2
US$195 per night
Price US$691
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  • Continental breakfast included
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King Room with City View
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room
230 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$205 per night
Price US$719
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Max persons: 2
US$229 per night
Price US$792
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Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
  • Continental breakfast included
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Premium King Room
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room
320 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$251 per night
Price US$859
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Max persons: 2
US$281 per night
Price US$948
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
  • Continental breakfast included
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Premium King Room with Balcony and City View
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room
310 feet²
Balcony
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$263 per night
Price US$894
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
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Max persons: 2
US$329 per night
Price US$1,091
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
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Max persons: 2
US$359 per night
Price US$1,181
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
  • Continental breakfast included
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One-Bedroom Spa Suite with Tub
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Private suite
735 feet²
Balcony
City view
Air conditioning
Spa bath
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 3
US$315 per night
Price US$1,051
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
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Max persons: 3
US$394 per night
Price US$1,288
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
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Max persons: 3
US$424 per night
Price US$1,378
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
  • Continental breakfast included
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One-Bedroom Skyline King Suite with Sofa Bed and Harbour View
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed
Private suite
600 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 3
US$383 per night
Price US$1,255
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
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Max persons: 3
US$413 per night
Price US$1,345
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
  • Continental breakfast included
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Premium Room with Two Double Beds
  • 2 double beds
Room
410 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 4
US$205 per night
Price US$719
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
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Max persons: 4
US$229 per night
Price US$792
Included: US$ 35 Resort fee per night
Excluded: 13.75 % Tax, 2 % Destination tax, 0.2 % Tourism fee
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stefanie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was just exceptional. It’s modern, really well furnished, stylish, relaxing. Staff were lovely throughout. Rooms spacious and bright. Great pool and gym and entertainment options. Incredibly well connected for public transport and close...”
  • Amy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location, walkable to everything! Having a pool to relax in after a day of exploring is perfect.”
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely property, modern design and finishes - staff very helpful - excellent location as close to everything int the gas lamp but not too noisy as just above the top end of it”
  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location for downtown and close to restaurants and night life. Helpful staff that offered us an alternative to breakfast which we had to miss due to other plans.”
  • Miba1954
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Very nice room with a super comfy bed. Credid for food and drinks (however not applicable for breakfast)”
  • Tiffany
    Canada Canada
    “Absolutely amazing staff. Hotel room was super clean the bed was very comfortable. San Diego Police Department do need to clean up their streets from the homeless. With that being said, The hotel was still fabulous !”
  • Alouette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great rooftop pool area, large and clean room with comfy bed.”
  • Alondra
    United States United States
    “Everything about the hotel was so beautiful and perfect, also the staff was so nice all the time. I will always come back again.”
  • Rttb
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “The staff was super friendly, the room was spacious, the breakfast was great, location is good. The bed was super comfy. I would probably visit this hotel again when i would go back to San Diego.”
  • Andreas
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Great location in San Diego and awesome view over downtown!”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • The Cafe
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Leave of Absence Bar Seasonal
    • Cuisine
      American • Pizza
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern

House rules

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per person, per night

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Valet parking is available 7 days a week/24 hours a day for $60 per day. $35 ($39.44 inclusive of tax)

Daily Destination Fee-

Includes:

Daily $35 food and beverage credit

Daily bike rental for up to two guests

Daily glass of house wine for up to two guests

Daily Enhanced High-speed internet access (Wi-Fi)

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.