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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
Victorian San Diego hotel in Downtown San Diego with a fitness center
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Courtyard
Exterior
Fireplace
Serves breakfast, dinner, and happy hour
Sports facility

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking available
    Parking availableParking available
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry

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311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Popular LocationSan Diego Convention Center6 min walk
  • Popular LocationPetco Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeaport Village10 min walk
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)15 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Suite with Balcony | Living area | Fireplace

Premier Suite with Balcony

  • 602 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

  • 285 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Petco Park and Seaport Village. This 132-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a gym, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 6 min walk
  • Petco Park - 6 min walk
  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN): 15-min drive, 3.3 mi/5.3 km<br /> San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field): 20-min drive, 10.6 mi/17.1 km<br /> San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field): 29-min drive, 18.1 mi/29.2 km<br /> Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ): 38-min drive, 21.6 mi/34.8 km<br /> Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar): 43-min drive, 34.4 mi/55.4 km<br /> <p></p>

Restaurants

  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Prince Street Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Whiskey House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Victorian San Diego hotel in Downtown San Diego with a fitness center
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offers a gym, conference space, and a 24-hour business center. Valet parking is available for USD 59 per night, and there's also limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this historic hotel include a microwave in a common area, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Fireplaces, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salt & Whiskey
  • Salt & Whiskey

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 22,766 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1886
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 27.05 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 59 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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 rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Grand Horton
Grand Horton Hotel
Horton Grand
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Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
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Horton Hotel
Hotel Horton
The Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
The Horton Grand Hotel
The Horton Grand Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter on Jul 29, 2024 start from $158.0, 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 can I see within easy reach of The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a 10-minute walk of Petco Park and Seaport Village. You'll also find USS Midway Museum and Balboa Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 59 per night with in/out privileges.

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter feature a casino at the property?

No, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter a good place to stay for couples?

This historic hotel offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have a hot tub?

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

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Salt & Whiskey.

Will The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

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

How close is the airport from The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

The closest major airport to The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.3 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 10.6 mi away (20-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 2086 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Escondido

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
will stay here again. very clean and quiet. great customers service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff are great. Food in the area outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
BL/UF: Great for the price and location, but don’t expect resort amenities. The building is a gorgeous classic hotel with a beautiful interior courtyard. The rooms are tastefully updated and decently spacious. Just don’t expect miracles from the shower. The “Salt and Whiskey” restaurant had good food, but the highlight was the beverages. For breakfast, though, I’d recommend a walk to 4th and J Street for Achilles. The neighborhood is a good distance away from the highways and walkable to East Village, Petco Park, and the convention center.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Heather

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing special about this hotel other than its location. No room safe, our room was in a separate building which could be accessed from the street. Our door had obviously been broken into, or at least attempted, and had not been fixed well. Did not feel especially safe, unfortunately. The location can not be beat, though, especially for attending a ball game at Petco.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy room after I asked for a quiet room. It smells in my room with old building smell. Staff not friendly when we I ask for complimentary water.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed by friendly, polite staff who answered our questions. Check in was fast, as well as check out. We received complementary drinks which was nice. The hotel is beautiful and clean. Unfortunately I didn’t get to enjoy too much since we were there for an event. I would definitely book it again if I go back to San Diego. The only minor issue I encountered was the hot water, as it took a while for it to run warm. And unless you are paying valet parking you need to park elsewhere, down the street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend Ballgame
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay over the weekend while we attended a baseball game. The stadium is a short walk away. We loved the complimentary drink tickets and food discount. Food and drinks were very good. Great location for evening dinner and stroll just out side the front door. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chetan, Escondido

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute, old-fashioned but modern approach to a hotel. Extremely comfortable, lovely greeting on arrival. Convenient parking lot in the next block. Downtown San Diego is always a bit of a trip with so many prostrate people in the streets at night, however, the Horton Grand is located outside most of this, but still easily accessed. Great for the Convention Center, port and Petco Park. Definitely recommended for a comfortable and safe stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying at this property. The rooms have great wood furniture and the open areas have vintage items as well. Very beautiful building. The middle open courtyard is beautiful and having the balcony to it in the room was wonderful. The area around the property isnt the best, but thats not their fault. Just the nature of the city. It's close to petco park, the water, nightlife, and so many great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in town to attend baseball games at Petco Park. Great location to walk to Petco and many restaurants in the area. Hotel is historic with beautiful woodwork and molding throughout. The courtyard is very charming and great place to relax with large trees. Bar is small but great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roslan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is very unique and old but renovated. Rooms are clean, comfortable beds, great location and friendly staff. Would definitely stay there on our next trip to San Diego.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel. Great location for downtown plans. Would stay there again and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good..... excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful hotel. A bit loved. Great location. Wished the windows opened more than an inch to air the room out. Thin walls and lots of charm.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally, Corona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property. This was my first stay at the Horton Grand Hotel and it was awesome. The room was large and there was a bay window with original stained glass and there was even a working fireplace. We stayed on the top floor and it was very quiet. The valet parking was super easy to get in and out of, although I left my car in parking the entire time as we could walk to everything. I would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I rarely comment about properties; however, I think this was a must for the price. I paid my expenses pre-booking only to find out at the front desk there was an additional fee of 27 dollars. This was explained as a gaslamp location fee. While I have no issue paying the cost, I do have a big issue with transparency and think this should have been stated online through the booking site and not a surprise at the front desk. The site also said breakfast was included but failed to mention you have to pay for it, which again felt like a misrepresentation. There were limited channels, about 24, and almost all were sports, news, and documentaries. Most of the primary entertainment channels were absent, so it had the feel of a very cheap motel but the cost of a high-end one. The room was clean. I'm not too fond of the fact that there was no fridge, although I should have researched this better; I won't say the hotel misrepresented this. Overall, the hotel is in a great location and worth the cost if the Gaslamp is your primary destination. If not, research other hotels. However, the front desk staff (technically 1 lady) seems very uncaring, and there is either a disconnect or misrepresentation of information on the booking website vs. the on-site requirements. I also think the hotel should start listing more information about its channels instead of just saying cable TV is available. This hotel would be great for 120 per night but not 200 per night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Room was nice, bed was comfortable and the AC worked lovely. Breakfast at the attached restaurant was mediocre and if you’re looking for a mimosa with your breakfast, they dont serve alcohol till 1pm. Not a deal breaker!

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Grand Horton is the bomb
Loved the hotel. Atmosphere and location were perfect for our plans. Staff was awesome and went above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024