La Pensione Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Waterfront Park

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast area
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
606 West Date Street, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Port of San Diego
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(288 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, La Pensione Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Port of San Diego and Waterfront Park. This 3-star hotel has 67 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 10 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Craft & Commerce - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪King and Queen Cantina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬1 min walk

About this property

La Pensione Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Waterfront Park
La Pensione Hotel features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can expect LCD TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Refrigerators, hair dryers, and phones are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Caffe Italia
  • Mr. Moto

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

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 (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at La Pensione Hotel?

La Pensione Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at La Pensione Hotel?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Pensione Hotel on Aug 15, 2025 start from $199.0, 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 do within easy reach of La Pensione Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 13-minute walk of Port of San Diego and also 6 minutes on foot from Waterfront Park. You'll also find San Diego Bay and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at La Pensione Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does La Pensione Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, La Pensione Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at La Pensione Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about La Pensione Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness facility.

Does La Pensione Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does La Pensione Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, La Pensione Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does La Pensione Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at La Pensione Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does La Pensione Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from La Pensione Hotel?

The closest major airport to La Pensione Hotel is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 2.1 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 11.7 mi away (18-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at La Pensione Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at La Pensione Hotel.

La Pensione Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 987 out of 1785 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 449 out of 1785 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1785 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1785 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1785 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb stay in the middle of Little Italy. Roll back to your room after evening delicacies, then roll out for expresso.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ilija

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
avoid if you are on a business trip. Wifi speed is non-usable, no remote work possible
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room on the 4th floor had an amazing skyline view! The room was clean and had a very plush bed. The staff was friendly. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They need to upgrade their air conditioning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Downtown Little Italy

The hotel is in a great spot for everything Little Italy. Parking in the garage is a bit pricey $35 a night.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Great place but needs coffee!

Perfect location and excellent staff. Needs coffee in the rooms:)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Pensione Hotel was a good value but with a few draw backs. The desk staff was friendly and helpful. The cleaning staff was excellent. The location was great right off the main shopping and eating street in Little Italy. Across the street from the plaza de famaglia which had outdoor markets on Saturday and Sunday. A short walk from the Maritime Museum and harbor attractions. There was an outdoor seating area which was shared with a cafe. Our room was small which we knew. The lighting was terrible. There was no way to shut off the lights on each side so one person could read without disturbing the other.There were few options to sit in the public areas and none in our room. The fitness room consisted of a treadmill a step machine and another cardio machine but no weights or resistance machines. Also there was no room to do floor exercises and there was no room for exercising in our private room. The AC unit was hard to balance and blew constantly. I would have liked to love it but i just didn’t.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The parking and the rooms have a lot in commom. Both t Are tiny and hard to move around in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sheryl, Olympia Wa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the location. Restaurants and cafes at your doorstep. But the rooms are very small and while there is garage parking, it’s pretty snug and not conducive for larger vehicles.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!! Bed comfortable and lots of great places to eat and drink a few minutes walk away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Suzette

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Victor

When we got there they told us there was no more parking, They then told us about a parking structure which charged us $50 for over night parking (with no in and out privileges) When we went to pick up vehicle they charges us again as they said they don’t even do over night parking So they charged us an additional $35 to be able to leave
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025