Hotel Z

3.0 star property

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby
Exterior
Exterior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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521 6th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaport Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed (Z)

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Z)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gaslamp)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub (Z)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible (Z)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Z)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub (Z)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Z)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds (Gaslamp)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub (Gaslamp)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Gaslamp)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub (Gaslamp)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Gaslamp)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Roll-in Shower (Gaslamp)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Diego

With a stay at Hotel Z, you'll be centrally located in San Diego, steps from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House and within a 5-minute walk of Petco Park. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from San Diego Chinese Historical Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from New Children's Museum.

What's nearby

  • Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Petco Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Gaslamp Quarter Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barleymash - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tivoli Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Melt - San Diego - Gaslamp - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SideBar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Z

Hotel Z offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 96 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
This smoke-free hotel features complimentary bicycles on site and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance 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 night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 28.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Hotel Z Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 781 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean facilities and rooms abd housekeeping very well trained.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always enjoy my stay when we go there! The staff is amazing. I cannot say enough nice things.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carrie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very comfortable. The staff was great. I recommend this hotel. My only comment is the neighborhood is very busy and loud. But the hotel was reasonable and very centrally located to sightsee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kiani

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Jeremy J, DANA POINT

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was obviously an old Holliday Inn that had been redone. Very thin walls could hear everyone else in the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jolene, Cedar Park

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception was extremely friendly and genuinely personable. Room was clean, great temperature, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most comfortable bed ive ever slept on! The location was great and the staff were all very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at Staypineapple in San Diego. The location is fabulous in the Gaslamp district. The hotel has a nice, friendly vibe. The room was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. The front desk people were all very nice and helpful. We took advantage of the extras they offered of daily coffee, sugar cookies, filtered water and even bicycles that you can check out for the day. We will definitely continue to look for Staypineapple hotels around the U.S. I just wish they would improve their website so that you can check, confirm and change/cancel reservations rather than having to do it over the phone. Nevertheless, we had a great time and look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natasa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at Staypineapple hotel Z and had a wonderful experience. The cleanliness of the facilities was impressive, and it was clear that the staff takes great pride in maintaining a tidy environment. The staff members were exceptionally friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome throughout my stay. Additionally, the location is fantastic, situated in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, with easy access to a variety of restaurants and bars. The vibrant atmosphere made my stay even more enjoyable. The beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night’s sleep. Overall, my stay was very pleasant, and I look forward to returning in the future. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Fantastic location but rooms were small and no fridge. Did not care for the European bedding (separate duvets) No area to unload luggage and parking lots were a long ways away. Staff was amazing and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at the Pineapple! We were given a room upgrade to a suite since it was my husband’s birthday, and we enjoyed it very much. The room was spacious and very clean. The bed was so comfortable and the duvets were so cozy and soft. Employees were all so nice and greeted us each time we came through the lobby. Great location in Gaslamp. I really liked the free metal water bottles and refill station. I will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and fun perks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone e was so helpful and amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simran

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Service, great staff, location, cleanliness of room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Danica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, comfortable boutique hotel near Convention center. Good value for small hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Irma

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms and building very clean. That only thing i didnt agree with is the parking is street or pay parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026