Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Waterfront Park

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Maritime Museum of San Diego
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Study)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(84 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-in Shower)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Drinks & Snacks)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Peloton)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(214 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown is adjacent to Waterfront Park and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Port of San Diego. This 177-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 2 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 9 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Top Sail - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Craft & Commerce - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪King and Queen Cantina - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Waterfront Park
At Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and a rooftop terrace. Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and express check-in.
32-inch LCD TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Other standard amenities include sofa beds, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room sofa bed
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,310 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are required to download the property's Hilton Honors mobile app before check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hampton Inn Hotel San Diego Downtown
Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn San Diego - Downtown Hotel San Diego
San Diego Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown on Feb 7, 2026 start from $157.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego, just steps from Waterfront Park, and within a 10-minute walk of Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. You'll also find USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 40.00 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown include a casino at the property?

No, Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as an outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

The closest major airport to Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 2 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 11.9 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown.

Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1115 out of 2344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 589 out of 2344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 341 out of 2344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 157 out of 2344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 142 out of 2344 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suzan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, breakfast was awesome, only complaint is the railway right behind the building - bring earplugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

michael, seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
comfortable and easy to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Blake

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Once again, there was only 1 elevator for the entire hotel. This happened to me a few years ago when I visited. Having to use to stairs every time gets old and nobody wants to wait in line for an elevator that comes around every 10 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octaevia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ita was quit nice and pwrfect for our anniversary
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo A Gonzalez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property at a great location in San Diego
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved the location, local area and proximity to the trolley station. The hotel is currently upgrading the elevators and this was the only negative.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly, Frisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Out of 3 Elevators but only 2 working. Of the only 2 elevators working, one of the elevators was running very slow and seemed unsafe as it would not close making us assume it was not working. No stairwells to easily walk up to lobby from garage. Had to literally walk around hotel to get into lobby. Very inconvenient for anyone and including cleaning service who also had to use elevators.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Across the hotel there is a playground for kids which is a bonus. Restaurants are walking distance also. Weather in mid October was nice !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose de Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace, Vancouver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from San Diego Port
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

EFRAIN

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Elevators are slow & limited
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

EMMA S AREVALO, RESEDA

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only complaint was that only one of the three elevators were working. Have stayed here every time we cruise and feel hotel could use some updating. Would like to see more seating at the front desk area while either waiting to check in or waiting for cab arrival. Otherwise the convenience to cruise ship pier and airport is important to us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

stacey

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What you’d expect from a standard hotel experience. Room was clean, well kept and proximity for walking to San Diego areas quite easy. This isn’t a complaint, but know that the hotel is right next to city transit on the train tracks. The crossing arms for the road next to the hotel ding every 5-15 minutes. The hotel doesn’t have control over this, obviously. But if you’re sensitive to that, maybe look for a different hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Desk chair in room is filthy. Bedside lamp is burned out. Carpets are dirty. One elevator is out of service and the other is hit and miss. Train noise outside is awful. Have stayed here several times in the past and each time the place gets worse than the last. I will never stay here again. Talked to the manager about the situation and he told me the entire hotel is being renovated in the next few months. Guess that’s why they are charging about one hundred dollars more per night next year
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front Desk staff was great. They addressed a problem of two separate one day reservations into a two day stay. So I didn't need to change rooms.... great job.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The AC was efficient but noisy. Hotel position was excellent, close to the waterfront. Reception staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was nice, staff was very friendly and dis well during a very busy check in. There was a school group (cross countey runners) there which was fine, just made the smaller breakfast area crowded. They need a better flow in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peefect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marcie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family Friendly Stay

Upon arrival, the deak clerk was friendly and accommodating. She shared lots of info about hotel stay and amenities. The room was clean, stocked and temperature was comfortable. One bed was more comfortable than the other. The hot breakfast was good and plentiful. The kids loved the waffles. The pool temperature was comfortable and didn't sting the kids' eyes. Loved the fact we were walking distance to the harbor and a playground. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The only reason we didn't give 5 stars was because of the renovation on one of the elevators and one of the beds was too firm.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025