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Nostalgic getaway
Kings Inn looks like it was built in the glorious 1960's heyday of themed vacation hotels. It is...
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Locavore Q. Hipster
- May 13, 2012
Bang for your buck
You can't beat the price and location. Twenty minutes from the border or North County. Excellent...
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diabolico
- May 1, 2012
Family-friendly hotel near Sea World with discount tickets and pool
Few hotels are as fun as the Kings Inn. The property, located minutes from Sea World and the San Diego Zoo is decorated in a medieval theme. Kings Inn has a heated outdoor pool and Jacuzzi tub. Two on-site restaurants specialize in family-friendly cuisine like waffles and Mexican. Guests also receive complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access and discount tickets to area attractions.Kings Inn - San Diego Rooms
- Court King Bedroom
- Bright and Comfortable Standard King Bedroom, exterior access with easy access to ample and FREE parking. The Hotel is non-smoking, offering Complementary Wireless Internet Access in all rooms to add comfort and convenience to our guest stay.
- Court Queen Bedroom with Two Beds
- Oversized and Bright Standard Bedroom furnished with two Queen Beds, offers easy access to our ample and FREE parking. The Hotel is non-smoking, offering Complementary Wireless Internet Access in all rooms to add comfort and convenience to our guest stay.
- Court King Poolside Bedroom
- Bright and Comfortable poolside King Exterior Corridor Access Room within steps of our large outdoor pool, relaxing Jacuzzi and central courtyard area. Room offers easy access to our ample and FREE parking. The Hotel is non-smoking, offering Complementary Wireless Internet Access in all rooms to add comfort and convenience to our guest stay.
- Court Queen Poolside Bedroom
- Bright and Oversized Exterior Corridor Access Room, furnished with two Queen Beds within steps of our large outdoor pool, relaxing Jacuzzi and central courtyard area. Room offers easy access to our ample and FREE parking. The Hotel is non-smoking, offering Complementary Wireless Internet Access in all rooms to add comfort and convenience to our guest stay.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Diego, Del Mar,
- Nearby airports
- San Diego International
- Area description
- Located in the heart of San Diego's Mission Valley rests the Kings Inn, a favorite with both business and recreational travelers alike. Close to all that you want to see and do. The Kings Inn San Diego is 100% non smoking hotel.
Amenities
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Elevators
- Free parking
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Outdoor Pool
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe Deposit Box
- Tour Desk
- Wireless Internet
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- We offer great meeting and banquet space so come and enjoy your next special event with us!
Dining
- Amigo Spot
- Amigo Spot - open 4pm-9pm, casual, Mexican cuisine. Live Mariachi Music Fridays Nights, Live Spanish Flamenco Guitar Saturdays Nights
- Waffle Spot
- Waffle Spot - open 7am-2pm, casual,Family ambiance waffles and breakfast.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (340)
Ratings and reviews for Kings Inn - San Diego
- All travelers (340) 3.6 / 5
- Business (35) 3.8 / 5
- Couples (113) 3.7 / 5
- Families (122) 3.4 / 5
- Friends (33) 3.8 / 5
- Singles (17) 3.6 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (6) 3.2 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 3.6
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 4.1
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Would recommend
Locavore Q. Hipster
Nostalgic getaway
Kings Inn looks like it was built in the glorious 1960's heyday of themed vacation hotels. It is the only place on San Diego's Hotel Circle that has any genuine historical character. Populuxe enthusiasts will love its sleek lines, kitschy sign, and chunky outdoor staircases. I only wish they had kept the original paint scheme, which was surely more garish and exuberant--I'm picturing royal purple and sea foam green. This hotel brings to mind those wonderful Ken Chimes motels or the Ace in Palm Springs. It's also clean, well-managed, and conveniently located, literally a three-minute drive from Hillcrest if you take I-8 to the 163. Travelers in search of sterile, unmemorable chain hotel blandness should look elsewhere. Cool retro Americana lives on at the Kings Inn!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
After you've seen the classic but overtouristed areas like the Gaslamp quarter and Hillcrest, get out into the neighborhoods--especially University Heights, Normal Heights, and North Park--for great strolling, independent coffeehouses, quirky shops, and charming little restaurants in the real San Diego.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Dr. Ben
Business Trip
Very clean room. Service excellent. Problem with noise in next room was taken care of in seconds.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Great breakfasts
Reviewer score
Would recommend
diabolico
Bang for your buck
You can't beat the price and location. Twenty minutes from the border or North County. Excellent staff. Minutes from 2 up scale malls and restaurants. I would definitely recommend Kings Inn to other people. I will definitely be spending another night at this hotel again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
Visit either Fashion or Mission Valley mall. Plenty of food and shopping.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Renoites
Decent hotel
There were a couple of problems -- we couldn't get the TV to work and dirty water bubbled up in the bath tub -- but they were resolved quickly and effectively. We enjoyed the pool and the onsite restaraunts.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Going West on Hotel Circle S, then Taylor, reaches Old Town to the East a few blocks after Taylor curves. Much shopping and historical museums, plus Mexican restaurants, with free parking in 4/12. Could even walk if no plans for large shopping items.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
visitor222
Not bad for the price
The hotel's location is convenient - close to both Mission Bay and Coronado. The room was pretty small, but is generally clean. The wall looks thin, so the sound insulation is not very good - we can hear people talking outside. Overall, this is good value for the price and location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
VSSK
Review
Front desk staff was very helpful. Breakfast restaurant was very good. Room was small. Didn't change sheets very often.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Journeys
Great Staff - Good location
It is an average inexpensive room, but a very friendly staff. I would go back when they have promotions. I stayed a week and they upgraded my room when I checked in. Very nice staff.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Balboa park, Prado Restaurant - great food!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Wrenchman
Clean, comfortable
The staff was friendly, and helpful. The location is good, right off the freeway, close to town and sightseeing.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Old town is very close to the Kings Inn
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mkprettyman
Great location
Very family friendly. Located within just miles of the beach, sea world, the zoo & airport. Nice heated pool and hot tub! Resturant on site was good when you didn't want to go anywhere after a long day. Would stay again!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Journeys
Good Value - Great Staff
When I had some electrical problems in the room which affected the computer driven lock, the staff let me use another room until they were able to solve the problem.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Don't miss Balboa Park - the museums and restaurants are great.
