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.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 (277)
Ratings and reviews for The Sofia Hotel
- All travelers (277) 4.1 / 5
- Business (90) 4 / 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:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 4.2
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Heather K
Love the Sofia Hotel
Have stayed here many times and have always really enjoyed my stay. The staff is fabulous. It's a 10 minute walk to the Convention Center. The rooms are a bit small, but are nicely furnished and very comfortable. The Gaslamp is a 5-10 minute walk, as are tons of great restaurants. Will stay here whenever I travel to San Diego.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great location, good price
Sofia is centrally located to everything in downtown San Diego. Lots of shops and dining options. Its very modern interior as its been renovated recently. I got a suite but I heard normal rooms are pretty small and the desk is not too big for us business travellers. But for the price, its a very good options as most other hotels in the area are not as nice and more expensive.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Walkable to Gaslamp district
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Elegance and Comfort
The Sofia Hotel is a beautifully refurbished historic hotel. From the lobby to the rooms, a quiet elegance creates a soothing, welcoming atmosphere. The bed was wonderfully comfortable - excellent quality mattress and cozy comforter to snuggle under. The accessible room in which we stayed featured a well-designed bathroom with plenty of room to manuever. The Sofia is within walking distance to the Gaslamp District and the harbor. The Amtrak station is 4 blocks from the hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
We enjoyed two wonderful meals at the just-opened Jonathan Pflueger's CURRANT restaurant, adjacent to the Sofia Hotel. Try the fruit tacos!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great boutique hotel
this was a great discovery. Perfectly located and great utilization of room space. I would recommend it to all my friends...We will certainly stay there again next time.....
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:
Short walk from hotel
Access to the famous Gaslamp district for San Diego dining.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great hotel for downtown San Diego
This was my first visit to California, and I am glad that I stayed at the Sofia Hotel. It was within walking distance of everything that my friend and I were wanting to do. We did not have a car for the trip, but because the hotel had such a central location it was easy to get around, whether it was on foot or getting on the metro and taking it around the city. The hotel staff were definitely there to help in any way that they could. The whole experience here was amazing.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Clean and comfortable
This hotel was really impressive. The rooms were small but very cozy and nice. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. From the valet to the check out, they were great! It was a great location. A couple of blocks from gaslamp and clean inside and out! Great hotel, highly recommeded. This is where I'll stay from now on when I'm in San Diego.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
The whole strip is great at night and lots of shopping across the street in the day.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Excellent value.
Very sleek and modern yet still had a personal charm. Great staff and with very reasonable rates, an excellent value.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
There's a Coffee Bean in the building.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
very nice hotel
very nice hotel. The room is small, but bed is very comfortable, and the room was clean with a very nice decor. Close to shopping, restaurants, etc. Desk staff were very friendly and made a very good recommendation for breakfast the next morning.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
pancake house a few blocks up front street was great!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great Value
It is amazing hoe much value can be put into a relatively small room. Almost no wasted space. Very tastfully decorated and most of the conveniences you could hope for. I will stay here again when in San Diego.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Gaslight District offers just about every eating experience you can imagine. For lighter fare the Wesfield Shopping Mall is almost across the street with 20 or so food offerings.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
CUSTOMER USER FRIENDLY
The Sofia was a touch of Europe in sunny Southern California. The rooms and layout of the hotel felt very European in decor and amenities. I enjoyed the separate sink and shower areas with very unique modern sink and shower. The closet in the room held an iron & ironing board with had more than adequate storage space for clothes.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The great diversity of resturants in the Gas Lamp area are really great and fun to try.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
All Around Awesome!
Went to San Diego for my first time visit. The Sofia was a great hotel. The location was ideal, just blocks away from anything you wanted to do. In one direction nigh clubs and the night life, in another was relaxing romantic little italy, not to mention petco park. Many people were concerned about the greyhound station behind the hotel but to tell you the truth i forgot it was there, no noise, not a bother at all. We went for late night strolls everyone was so nice. Cant wait to visit again soon.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
