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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony) | Living room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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)

Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Balcony)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony) | Living room

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony)

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

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

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, 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

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

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 - 1.0 km
  • Petco Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seaport Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waterfront Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

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
  • ‪Goldchild Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gaslamp Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grant Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Boutique 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 transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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
  • Lift (94 centimetre 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre 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 organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

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. 622 out of 908 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 908 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 908 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 908 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 908 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martesha

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was extremely friendly and allowed the check in and out experience to be smooth thank you for everything :3
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff - valet was very friendly and helpful. Front desk staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. I showed them my expedia perk where we get "1 free bottle per stay" and got 1 so far for the night. We stayed for two nights expecting another the following day. However, as I asked and showed them the next day, the lady said "Sorry no thats actually our daily 1 glass of house wine" yet the app states clearly "1 bottle wine per stay". But I let it slide. [Expedia - unsure if this is inaccurate information or ive been lied to, to avoid to be given a second bottle for free]. Otherwise, staff has been helpful. The second night we had issues in our room about a smell of "rotten eggs" in certain spots believing it was a gas leak. We spoke to the front desk and the guy explained that the hotel just got remodeled and there has been an "ominous" issue. We were stunned, but was like We just want to mention it and that we were leaving the next day so no point of changing rooms. We were helped out at least in the end, but the room still had random smell spots. ROOM 2008 - Loft Suite Pro: soaking tub, spaciousness, cool open window balcony to look over Con: bed pillows were super soft we woke up too sunked in and necks hurt. By the bed, there is vent where you can hear all the commotion of the outside. (People laughing, dogs barking, sirens, etc) and yet we are all the way on the 20th floor but felt like someone was outside of our window. Random odor of rotten eggs, wet dog smell from couch
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Trista Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatevik

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

earl

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

4/10 Poor

Gustavo

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was somewhat central for our day trips to La Jolla and Coronado Island, which was great. It felt like everything was not too far away from the hotel. That staff were friendly, professional and efficient. The area outside the hotel seems to not be in the best area. There were always more homeless people in this area than I saw anywhere else. Even the nearby CVS had heightened security with a guard at the door and every (and I mean EVERY) item locked up. We enjoyed our stay and never felt unsafe.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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