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The Historic Penn Hotel

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Premium Double Room, City View | Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services
Premium Double Room, City View | Dining room
Deluxe Double Room, City View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Premium Double Room, City View | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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511 F St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, USS Midway Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room, Kitchen | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

Classic Double Room, Kitchen

  • City view
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

Standard Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, City View | Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room, City View | Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, City View | Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Double Room, City View | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

Premium Double Room, City View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, The Historic Penn Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Each of the 20 rooms at this hotel includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seaport Village - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 5 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos El Gordo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taste & Thirst - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tipsy Crow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Historic Penn Hotel

The Historic Penn Hotel is a smoke-free hotel.
42-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include kitchens, dining areas, and refrigerators.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Separate in-room dining area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Fees

  • Service fee: 10 percent

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number 5520

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Historic Penn Hotel Hotel
The Historic Penn Hotel San Diego
The Historic Penn Hotel Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of The Historic Penn Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 9-minute walk of Petco Park and also 20 minutes on foot from Port of San Diego. You'll also find Seaport Village and San Diego Bay less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Historic Penn Hotel?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Historic Penn Hotel on Mar 8, 2026 start from $280, 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.

Is there parking available at The Historic Penn Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Historic Penn Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, The Historic Penn Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Historic Penn Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Historic Penn Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a memory foam mattress, a kitchen, and Netflix.

Are there hot tubs at The Historic Penn Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Historic Penn Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Historic Penn Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Historic Penn Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Historic Penn Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Historic Penn Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Historic Penn Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Historic Penn Hotel is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.1 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 9.5 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Historic Penn Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Historic Penn Hotel.

The Historic Penn Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 40 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

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

Historic Penn Hotel - comfortable and spacious!

Very spacious, clean, and comfortable. Very close to everything in the gas lamp and a short walk to the Convention Center and the ballpark. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Azeem

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Smell on the entrance due to larger garbage bins. Room was not the one shown in pictures while I was booking. Vents in the room are connected with other rooms and my room was smelling full of weed all the time. It is particularly coming from the vent in bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Liwei

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had to book something quickly and found this spot. We didn’t realize it wasn’t a traditional hotel with a lobby and staff to greet you. It was a bit confusing how and where to go. The room was nice. Recently renovated and it was nicely done. Ours was a quick trip but the area around the hotel seems lively.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is not a hotel really. It is an apartment building on top of a very popular taco stand. The entrance is next to the garbage cans for the taco stand and because activity --it's probably more safe than it feels because the taco stand has security. That being said, the unit itself was fine. It's an older building with an elevator that is truly old school with gates and swinging doors. Age shows throughout but the unit was clean and spacious; bedding was less than desired--pretty cheap linens. During busy & expensive convention season, this worked. The gaslamp district is popping and you can walk to the big Hyatt or Marriott no problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and walking distance to local bars
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

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

8/10 Good

Mikhail

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric G

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice apartment. Great location in downtown, lots of space & nicely decorated etc. The master bed was very comfortable so we both slept well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

I didn’t even have the opportunity to stay here because the check in was entirely online and I received minimal information that made it difficult to check in and was also not issued a refund despite.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t the nicest place so I’ll be fair it is an older building that was somewhat renovated more like lipstick on a pig!! Because there is no staff on site it just seems like a party hotel…. A bunch of disrespectful loud people that thought it was okay to rage and blast music like they’re parents weren’t home!!!!! the blinds were tore up a hole in the wall needlessl to say I would not be returning nor would I recommend to anyone I know. It was kinda clean but because it was such an old building it just had a funny stench and the floors were kinda sticky like too much cleaner. This is exactly what it looks like when you don’t have proper maid service!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints at all.

8/10 Good

Kristen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location in Gaslamp District!

It is in a great part of San Diego! I was very confused about it being a hotel and then when I arrived, it clearly was not. Everything was done by email/messenger which was fine. It was very clean inside. It would be great for multiple people. Overall it was a good place to stay for the purpose for which I was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Garrett

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sofa looked like someone vomited on it several times over many years. And it looked like someone tried to beat the door down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivy, Los Gatos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvette

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not the safest spot no parking elevators don’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

luz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was right at the heart of downtown where everything is happening. No need to drive. Everything was walking distance. The place itself was great and clean.

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Came down to San Diego because my building lost power during the los angeles fires. This property works like an air bnb so there is no front desk. I got a link to a website to check in that didnt work. And when I called the hotel's number no one ever answered or returned my calls. I had to get another hotel and wasn't able to get a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025