The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
VIP Access

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Courtyard
Interior entrance
Exterior
Serves dinner and happy hour
Fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Seaport Village
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬
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Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

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

Premier Suite with Balcony

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

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

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, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a gym, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seaport Village - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Achilles Coffee Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Root - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lumi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Victorian hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business 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

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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

  • 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 at the property

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.

  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

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
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Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
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The Horton Grand Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
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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 Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter on Jun 24, 2025 start from $164.0, 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 Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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 good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

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

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

No, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

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.

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have connecting rooms?

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 (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 10.6 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1491 out of 2334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 536 out of 2334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 2334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 2334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2334 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irwin

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

6/10 Okay

Kaitlin

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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Livingston

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to convention center
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Santhosh, Redmond

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Guests upstairs kept making noice. Reported the noice, but not much done. The bathroom was not draining properly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

Going back in time.

We enjoy historic properties. This place was wonderful along with a very unique bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iynna

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had great customer service from Addi and Kat and Victor & Todd. I had lost my phone and Addi helped me.. also my husband had a scare & had to go to emergency & Kat was so helpful too! Thanks so much for all the great customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Iain McAllister

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, kindly moved us when we had a noisy neighbour. Made all the difference to our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel, and very close to all restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, historic building. Room was small, but very comfortable. Very walkable to waterfront and Gaslamp district with many dining options. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

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

Quaint, historic, and Beautiful Setting

The room was comfortable and clean. Good value for the price with an expensive feel. We’ll go back. Centrally located so we were able to walk to many places.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia, Wichita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wallke everywhere
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The area Horton Grand is in, Gaslamp, is great. But the room didn't meet my expectations. Owing to its age, it was super noisy. I could hear my neighbors coughing, laughing and talking at normal volume. They sounded like they were in my room with me. Same with footsteps on the floor above--woke me up all night. My room was dark, dingy and charmless. The fireplace was broken. My bathroom looked old--and not in a charming, historic way. The shower curtain was yellowed, paint was chipping on the wall, and fixtures were rusty. Value for the money was great; it was very affordable to stay here, but it was nothing special and the photos on Expedia didn't at all reflect the actual experience of staying in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Margrit

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location but needs renovation urgently.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

sCOTT

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Older hotel Nicely located Excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Larysa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Could use a little more updating! Great location though probably should offer a little bit better amenities as well..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warm and welcoming history-laden hotel with many unique offerings. The condition of my room and the common areas was excellent, both from a cleanliness and appointments perspective. Some of the carpets and woodwork in the hallways and elevator are in need of a little TLC, but it's understandable in a post-COVID world with an independent hotel that's probably faced a number of financial challenges. The staff was friendly and check-in was fast and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Close to Gas Lamp but not too close. Very quiet for an urban hotel close to a nightlife area. Staff were great and attentive. Good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guy who checked us in had a bad attitude and so does the security guard. Other than that is was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025