The Sofia Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Downtown stay
The hotel was nice. The staff was helpfull. The room was clean. Great location. I would stay there...
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Gakman
- Apr 23, 2013
Friend weekend getaway
Had an amazing.time! The room was very cute and staff was very helpful . Very quaint hotel and...
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Thunderwoman300
- Apr 21, 2013
Sophisticated elegance in Gaslamp with business center and yoga
The Sofia Hotel was designed for business travelers. Guests enjoy the 24-hour business and fitness centers and 24-hour health center with yoga studio. Other convenience-oriented amenities in this sophisticated and elegant property include mini refrigerators, laptop-sized in-room safes and more. Situated on the edge of the Gaslamp Quarter, the hotel features breathtaking views of San Diego Bay. The on-site restaurant, Currant Brasserie, serves French-inspired cuisine.Highlights
- 24-hour business center, fitness center and yoga center
- In-room mini refrigerator
- Located steps from the Gaslamp Quarter and the waterfront
Rooms
The Sofia Hotel offers 211 rooms, including six suites which are sparsely decorated, but elegant nevertheless. Each room comes standard with a flat-screen TV, mini-refrigerator, MP3 docking station, laptop-sized safe and Gilchrist & Soames bath products. Wi-Fi and high-speed Internet access are available (fees apply). Pets are welcome (fees apply).
Features
The Sofia Hotel dates back to 1926, when it opened as the Pickwick. It closed in 2006, underwent extensive renovations and reopened in 2008 as the Sofia. Along the way, the property was inducted into the National Trust Historic Hotels of America.
Today, guests of the hotel receive complimentary access to the 24-hour business and fitness centers and 24-hour health center with yoga studio. The yoga studio offers classes in a number of different styles, complimentary to guests. The Sofia Hotel also boasts an on-site spa which offers a variety of treatments inspired by the Far East (fees apply). The hotel even offers on site pet-care services through a local Dogs and the City outpost (fees apply).
Currant Brasserie, the on-site restaurant, serves a mix of American and French style brasserie dishes, along with inventive cocktails and desserts.
Transportation
- MTS Bus (1 block)
- San Diego Trolley (4 blocks)
- San Diego International Airport (2 mi/3 km)
Attractions
- Gaslamp Quarter (1 block)
- Petco Park (3 blocks)
- San Diego Zoo (1 mi/1.5 km)
- Old Town (2 mi/3 km)
- Sea World (5 mi/9 km)
- Qualcomm Stadium (6 mi/11 km)
- Point Loma (6 mi/11 km)
Business
- 24-hour business center
- Meeting space to accommodate up to 90 people
- Global videoconferencing capabilities
Policies and fees
- Valet and self parking are available (fees apply)
This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.
The Sofia Hotel Rooms
- Deluxe Queen Guest Room
- The room offers 1 Queen Bed with fine linens white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilcrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make up mirrors, oversized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. All the rooms are Non Smoking. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe Studio Suite
- For those guests who require special accommodations, the Sofia offers special one room suites. Suites include one Queen bed in the sleeping area and one Queen Sleeper Sofa in the living area. Each guest suite is non-smoking and attention to details are everywhere. All Suites include fine linens, white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow-top mattresses, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over-sized signature bath sheets, convenient work stations with ergonomic chairs, flat screen televisions, and a refreshment center that houses a microwave and refrigerator. Suites are designed to reflect a comfortable, chic feel with natural influences intended to invoke a sense of harmony and balance. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe Double/Double Guest Room
- The room offers 2 Double beds with fine linens white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilcrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make up mirrors, oversized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. All the rooms are Non Smoking. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe 1 Double Bed
- One double bed non smoking and features fine linens with white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over sized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- City Side Deluxe Queen Guest Room
- One queen bed with views of the city. Each guest room is non smoking and features fine linens with white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over sized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions. Guests must be 21 years old to reserve a room.
- Deluxe King Guest Room
- One king bed. Each guest room is non smoking and features fine linens with white down comforters, plush pillows and pillow top mattress, Gilchrist & Soames Spa products and toiletries, separate vanities with lighted make-up mirrors, over sized signature bath sheets, convenient work station with ergonomic chairs and flat screen televisions.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Smoke-free policy
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Activities
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Diego, CA
- Nearby airports
- (SAN)San Diego International Airport
- Area description
- San Diego's newest urban retreat walking distance to the historical Gaslamp Quarter, PetCo Park, Broadway Pier, San Diego Convention Center and Sea Port Village. Just minutes from all San Diego's most popular activities including San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Sea World San Diego and the white sandy social beaches.
Nearby points of interest
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 0.4 mi
- Firehouse Museum: 0.4 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 0.7 mi
- PETCO Park: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.9 mi
- San Diego Automotive Museum: 1 mi
- San Diego Museum of Man: 1.3 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Timken Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Botanical Building: 1.4 mi
- San Diego Zoo: 1.4 mi
- Casa De Balboa: 1.5 mi
- Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.5 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.5 mi
- Spanish Village Art Center: 1.5 mi
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 0.4 mi
- Firehouse Museum: 0.4 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 0.7 mi
- PETCO Park: 0.8 mi
- San Diego Aerospace Museum: 0.9 mi
- San Diego Automotive Museum: 1 mi
- San Diego Museum of Man: 1.3 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Timken Museum of Art: 1.3 mi
- Botanical Building: 1.4 mi
- San Diego Zoo: 1.4 mi
- Casa De Balboa: 1.5 mi
- Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 1.5 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum: 1.5 mi
- Spanish Village Art Center: 1.5 mi
- Port of San Diego: 2 mi
- Heritage Park: 3 mi
- Whaley House Museum: 3 mi
- Old Town San Diego: 3.2 mi
- Bazaar Del Mundo: 3.3 mi
- Junipero Serra Museum: 3.5 mi
- Qualcomm Stadium: 4.4 mi
- Hospitality Point: 4.8 mi
- Sea World: 5 mi
- Sunset Cliffs: 5.1 mi
- Mission Bay Park: 5.9 mi
- Belmont Park: 6.3 mi
- Chula Vista Nature Center: 6.5 mi
- Pacific Beach: 7.2 mi
- Family Fun Center: 8 mi
- Sorrento Valley: 12.2 mi
- California Center For The Arts Museum: 28.1 mi
- Legoland: 29.8 mi
Dining
- Currant American Brasserie
- Monday - Friday Lunch: 11:30am - 2:30pm Lounge Menu: 11:30am - Close Happy Hour: 3pm -6pm and 9pm - Close Dinner: 5pm - 10pm Saturday & Sunday Brunch: 9am - 2:30pm Lounge Menu: 2:30pm - Close Happy Hour: 3pm - 6pm; 9pm - Close Dinner: 5pm - 10pm
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Conference + Business Centers Life on the road doesn't have to be hard for business travelers. Sofia's event space accommodates up to 88 individuals in a variety of ways, including conferences, lectures, private events and training sessions.
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 (276)
Ratings and reviews for The Sofia Hotel
- All travelers (276) 4.1 / 5
- Business (89) 4.1 / 5
- Couples (115) 4.1 / 5
- Families (16) 3.9 / 5
- Friends (19) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (34) 3.9 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.9
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 4.2
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tia27
The Quaint, Yet Posh Sofia Hotel
Stayed at The Sofia Hotel on Broadway. The Rooms were a decent size and extremely clean. The comfortability of the beds were awesome! I fell asleep instantly. The hotel rooms also include refrigerators and microwaves. It is located next to The Transit Center, where you can find information on city tours, events and buses. It was located next to The Gaslamp Quarter, where all of the fun and excitment occurs!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kaye and Greg
Recommend hotel for your first visit to San Diego
We loved our stay at Hotel Sophia. Location was great. Used the trolley buses which were a great way of getting around. Highlights were the free walking tour given by Pamela on the weekends, the hi speed wi fi and we used the bikes on offer from the hotel which were fantastic. Staff were all very obliging and helpful. We would re book if we ever come back to San Diego
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tyler Business Traveler
Short Business Trip
Only stayed two nights in the Sofia Hotel but I really enjoyed myself. It is a short walk to the great restaurants and bars of the Gas Lamp District. The rooms were clean and nice but a little small. Overall I was very happy with the hotel, the service and the amenities.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
When looking for food just walk south down 5th Ave. towards Market St. and there a bunch a great restaurants.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
helorugger
A great stay.
The staff and facilities were fantastic. From the valet to the maid service, everyone was very helpful. The hotel was spotless and tastefully equipped. My only disappointment was the room size. Luckily I was traveling alone, otherwise the room would have been too small.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Girl From Jersey
Cali Getaway
The hotel was nothing fancy, but the fact that it was located walking distance to the Gaslamp and public transportations it was good.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
In Hotel
The Currant was a great restaurant. Food was great.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Swoosy
Nice hotel in decent location
Price was right for business traveler. Recommended.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
FredWemyss
Great for the money!
Great location!! Thinish walls, but good for the location and monies :)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
cbbear
A nice classy understated hotel
The Sofia Hotel is within walking distance of shopping, entertainment, great restaurants including their own the Currant. Brian one of the clerks working the main desk is fine example of the excellent support staff available to patrons of the hotel. Dr. Miller
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cch38
Very nicely appointed room, good value, but in a bad neighborhood
Very friendly staff, the room was small but nice. The Greyhound terminal next door with various unsavory and homeless people lingering at the entrance was the only thing that was not good
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
sooner grl
Nice Hotel
The $30.00 a day to park your car is extreme as well as the $8.00 they make you pay for 2 bottles of water and internet in your room even if you do not want them they make you pay this fee. A big plus was was the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf next door.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business