Gaslamp Plaza Suites

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near San Diego Convention Center

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Lobby
Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (1 Queen and 1 Sofabed) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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520 E St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • USS Midway Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (1 Queen and 1 Sofabed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 540 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Business Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

City center stay.Your stay at this Downtown San Diego hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Petco Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 12 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trailer Park After Dark - ‬1 min walk
  • Star Bar
  • ‪Onyx Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gaslamp Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vin de Syrah - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

3.5-star hotel near San Diego Convention Center
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Gaslamp Plaza Suites. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star San Diego hotel.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1913
  • Nightclub
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gaslamp Plaza Suites offers 64 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

Languages

English, Spanish, Swedish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Nightclub

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
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gaslamp Plaza Suites to the airport?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites is 3.8 mi (15-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

As of Aug 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaslamp Plaza Suites on Aug 27, 2025 start from $104.0, 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.

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gaslamp Plaza Suites.

How close is Gaslamp Plaza Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 5.3 mi (16-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 8.7 mi (20-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites offer free breakfast?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 45 per night.

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites have a pool?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites does not have a pool.

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gaslamp Plaza Suites to downtown San Diego?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites is 0.1 mi away from San Diego.

Gaslamp Plaza Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was in a good location and worked out pretty well. Nice rooftop common area as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN E. TALAVERA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La comodidad y limpieza de la habitación
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

dania

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, clean, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

PJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Waynishia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

10/10 Excellent

Racquel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith, Pittsburgh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about Gaslamp Plaza Suites is the staff. Everyone I met was warm, friendly and smiling. The hotel is beautiful, very well maintained, and my room was exceptionally clean, quiet, and well appointed. I am looking forward to my next visit in June.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, very nice old features marble throughout, roomy suites, great rooftop deck with coffee water and tv, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ayden, Fairfield

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My girlfriend and I stayed one night at Gaslamp Plaza Suites and unfortunately had a disappointing experience. In the middle of the night, we noticed water leaking from the bathroom ceiling, which soaked the floor. We reported it right away, and a staff member came up twice, brought towels, and advised us to turn off the AC. They also suggested the leak might have been caused by setting the AC too low — even though we only had it at 68°F, which is a normal temperature. This felt like an unfair attempt to place blame on us for what was clearly a maintenance issue. We asked if we could move rooms but were told that wasn’t possible due to the time of night. We then asked about compensation and were told to check with the front desk in the morning. When we did, we were met with a rude and dismissive response and were told there was nothing they could do — and that they were waiting for us to check out before inspecting the leak. We also paid a $100 security deposit at check-in that we were told would be refunded, but we have not received it yet. We reported the issue promptly and used the room normally, yet the customer service and follow-up were very poor. I hope management takes this seriously and improves how they handle situations like this.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Xev

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
the front desk person was not friendly or helpful. the room was clean and nice. the reason for only three stars is due to the unfriendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My Husband and I got to the property and the lady at the desk was so nice. We were able to check in early and we were ungraded to a beautiful suite. We had a wonderful and everyone there was so polite. This hotel has tons of character, and I loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Haniyeh

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I wish I got sparkling clean room for what I paid for. The hotel is old, which I understand and that would be fine as long as its clean. However, it was not
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anderson

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Leyla

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very old. It needs a big renovation. Bathrooms smell so bad and the fan was too weak to cover it. Too expensive for that old hotel. Only location is convenient. No parking only valet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

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