Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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1646 Front St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaport Village
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (View)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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

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About the area

San Diego

In the heart of San Diego, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy is within a 5-minute drive of Balboa Park and San Diego Convention Center. .This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Seaport Village and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Petco Park.

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Balboa Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seaport Village - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 8 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 13 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Kebab Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Frost Me Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy offers 334 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 334 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
You can enjoy a meal at Orexi serving the guests of Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Orexi - This theme restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Orexi - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 45 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 29 to 59 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Orexi
  • Orexi

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 22 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Living plant wall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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 70 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, 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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 29 to 59 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 70 per pet, 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, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
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
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 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

DoubleTree Hilton Hotel San Diego Downtown
DoubleTree Hilton San Diego Downtown
DoubleTree San Diego Downtown
Hilton DoubleTree San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown DoubleTree
DoubleTree Hilton San Diego Downtown Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 419 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 590 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Marriott this past weekend unfortunately started off on a very negative note and never really improved. The hotel charges $40 per day for parking, but fails to clearly disclose that the parking structure is extremely small and realistically only suitable for compact cars. Although there is a sign stating that the second level is for trucks or larger SUVs, that level was completely filled with compact vehicles. If you are driving a truck, I highly recommend finding street parking instead. Unfortunately, we didn’t realize how inadequate the structure was until it was too late. While exiting, my husband’s truck was scratched due to how narrow the exit is, making it very difficult—if not impossible—to safely maneuver a larger vehicle out of the garage. On top of the parking issues, our room was not cleaned at all throughout the entire weekend, which was extremely disappointing, especially given the expectations associated with staying at a Marriott. To make matters worse, at the end of our stay I was still charged for parking, despite the fact that I did not park my car in the structure. Overall, this stay fell far below expectations in terms of communication, service, and attention to guest experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Stephanee

Liked: Cleanliness
Our room was not available when we checked in at 4pm as stated on the site. Front desk was not very helpful but manager walked up and offered comp parking. When I asked to be called when my room was ready I was not. I called to see if it was available because I didn’t want to drive back for no reason and I was placed on hold for a very long time with no answer which I hung up and drove to the hotel. I had dinner reservations I was late to because I didn’t get ready in time due to late check in.
Balcony view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great… however the parking garage was extremely narrow and I couldn’t park my truck in there… as a result I had to run to the parking meter every 2hrs to avoid being towed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is beautiful and the views were incredible, however the room was not cleaned thoroughly. The mirror in the bathroom had spots, the back of the door was really dirty, the floor was not cleaned properly. There was sticky stuff on the leather chair, the sliding glass door was not cleaned and the tracking really needs to be cleaned. Being it was our Anniversary present to ourselves, I was very upset. I normally do not like to give a bad review but this could have been a much more pleasurable say had it been a clean room. I would have complained but we were so tired and didn’t want to repack after driving from Az.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melanye

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful hotel, would highly recommend. Great staff too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Hirohito

Parking is too narrow. Very limited towels. Convenient walking distance to little Italy. Views are good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking structure is terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Staff was polite, rooms were clean, atmosphere was great being close to little Italy, easy access to restaurants and stores and close to the Bay Area
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was nice. I didnt see anything in the room and wasnt told at checkin no housekeeping. I called to call for towels. When I came back to the room after being gone the room had not been cleaned. Just tell the guest if you dont have housekeeping unless requested. At check in I do not think the check in person was courteous. I was rattled by the parking garage as I was almost stuck. You should definitely tell people your parking garage is meant for compact cars. The small SUV in front of me had the worst time too. We both left your garage after about 30 min of trying to park and basically get out. I was able to find parking in the lot across the street. ot what I wanted, outside parking and in rain, the lot was flooded in spots. When I told the check in person about the garage she looked at me and said nothing. then responded yep its like that. I told her if it wasnt late and I was not going to be charged I would look for a room elsewhere. Not to mention standing outside a locked door and ringing to get in no one helping. A guest coming in opened for me. She told me the door doesnt lock until 9 but...somoene walked up and said its locking and they are looking at it. This stay was ot what I expected from Marriott. I love Marriots. It was a disappointment only in regards to hotel and parking. Loved the location and felt it was safe. Thankfully there was that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and the staff was very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kymberli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was extremely helpful across every shift!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mitsunori

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026