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La Pensione Hotel

3.0 star property

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A hotel with a prominent 'P' logo, outdoor seating, and a busy street in the background.
A modern lounge with large windows, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.
Breakfast area
A modern interior with large windows, a central coffee table, and two armchairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a city view through a glass door.

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, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a tufted headboard, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(362 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and two windows offering a city view.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a door leading to a balcony.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a tufted headboard, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a city view through a glass door.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 12 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
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Craft & Commerce - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬1 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 luggage storage, tours or tickets, 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.

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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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 1 2026 to July 1 2027 (dates subject to change).

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.

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 Balboa Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at La Pensione Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

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 wired internet as well as a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.

Does La Pensione Hotel have a hot tub?

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

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 available?

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

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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. 1146 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 440 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 226 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1972 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and very knowledgeable about different places to visit that were near our location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean bed was comfortable and location is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean rooms friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Everett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best spot in San Diego's Little Italy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were very clean, staff was great and location could not have been better
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient great location and amazing staff! I will be back and book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, clean room, central location, good vibes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly helpful staff. Boutique hotel. Great location! Fluffy down bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location. A little noisy at night with the random person screaming out on the streets somewhere the first night but all in all a very good little hotel. Excellent little breakfast restaurant across the street also
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming place! Great location in Little Italy. We cannot wait to stay here again. Our pre-teens also enjoyed it. The staff was awesome, too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Viridiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best location ever! Yo can walk everywhere, trolley station just a few minutes, best food options and two minutes to pier, and the staff is the best staff ever, everyone is so nice and kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older property but very clean and comfortable. All our interactions with the associates were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room small and cozy great location to everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, smelled nice, tiny, and the room was a bit hot. Overall, would stay again! Staff were friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Sheri

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect and safe area to lay your head at night and explore the city by foot during the day. Little Italy market on Wednesday and Saturday are nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful and friendly staff, great location to walk to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Front desk staff Lindsey and crew were excellent. Location is great if you plan to spend time in Little Italy. Parking is difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely wonderful, so cheerful and kind. The location was the best part. It could use some updates and the wifi didn't work great but overall I'd recommend based on the staff and location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms where small but very walkable area, staff was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in Little Italy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026