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La Pensione Hotel

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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606 West Date Street, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Maritime Museum of San Diego
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay. 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

  • Waterfront Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 3 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 10 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack Little Italy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bolt Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Pensione Hotel

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 securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

HOTEL PENSIONE
LA PENSIONE
LA PENSIONE HOTEL
LA PENSIONE HOTEL San Diego
LA PENSIONE San Diego
Pensione Hotel
Pensione Hotel San Diego
Pensione San Diego
La Pensione Hotel Hotel
La Pensione Hotel San Diego
La Pensione Hotel Hotel San Diego

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 Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Pensione Hotel on Apr 1, 2026 start from $169, including 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 10-minute walk of Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay. You'll also find Port of San Diego 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.

Is La Pensione Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at La Pensione Hotel?

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 (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 10.3 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at La Pensione Hotel?

No, at La Pensione Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

La Pensione Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1110 out of 1917 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 445 out of 1917 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1917 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1917 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1917 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kyle

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kent

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

A nice boutique hotel, right in the middle of Little Italy. The rooms are tiny, but that is part of the charm,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

JAIME

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
small room, god location, great for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

David

always delighted to stay at Le Pensione!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every aspect was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia, Mazatlan

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pictures of the rooms on the site don't match the actual quality of the rooms. The location is great, staff is very helpful, but the rooms are not at all what I was expecting. The rooms are clean but there were chips in the walls, baseboards, carpet fraying, and a weird smell when you first walk in that smelled somewhat like cigarettes. Perhaps it was a smoking room a long time ago and the smell is stuck in the walls. Neighborhood was quiet at night when I was there which was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryanna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay and helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

fred

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were terrible and disgusting - our group had to forfeit stay and get another hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

April

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Duran

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Nonstop noise at 4am til…( bottles clicking, trash trucks etc) definitely won’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The location was great for our needs because our son and new daughter in law live around the corner. But the rooms are very very small. The morning coffee was hard to get t, around the corner and up and down stairs. Why not just have the coffee in the lobby? Little Italy was great!! This place is about location, not comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room was very clean, comfortable beds very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent, both friendly and helpful. The room was small but clean and functional with a comfortable bed. We loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ana A

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Mindy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
While they did offer another room, I was not paying additional for the “upgrade”. The room was incredibly dusty, way too small for 2, and no way for us to warm up food. The air conditioning unit had a ton of dust in the vent which looked neglected. The room was musty and dank. Bed was comfortable though and people friendly. Great location too! When we visit again, we will be finding another place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

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