Hotel Zindel

Property class: 2
Hotel near Balboa Park in San Diego

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Photo gallery for Hotel Zindel

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a black nightstand with drawers, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.
Creator video
Hotel Zindel's entrance with vertical wooden panels and large potted plants.
Exterior
A hotel lobby with a mural, a sign detailing the amenity fee, and a seating area with a fire pit.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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505 W Grape St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Elite Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Downtown San Diego stay.With a stay at this Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Balboa Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Port of San Diego. San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 8 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zindel

Hotel near Balboa Park in San Diego
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Zindel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 42-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 28.37 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Zindel Hotel
Hotel Zindel San Diego
Hotel Zindel Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Zindel to the airport?

Hotel Zindel is 2 mi (10-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 Hotel Zindel?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Zindel on Nov 17, 2026 start from $123, 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.

Does Hotel Zindel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Zindel.

How close is Hotel Zindel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.2 mi (14-min drive) from Mission Beach and 7.1 mi (14-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Zindel offer free breakfast?

Hotel Zindel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Zindel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zindel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Zindel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Zindel have a pool?

Hotel Zindel does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Zindel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Zindel to downtown San Diego?

Hotel Zindel is 0.8 mi away from San Diego.

Hotel Zindel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 355 out of 752 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 752 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 752 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 752 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 752 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good size bedroom and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The room was clean and the staff is very friendly. The parking is very easy to navigate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little weird with no staff on site, but cool spot, great location, clean room, and comfy bed. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, constant communication and very helpful. Rooms were clean, easy check in and check out. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, the attendant up front was so friendly - my son really enjoyed talking with him. The hotel patio is lovely, the room was very comfortable. I would definitely stay again the next time I’m in San Diego - walking distance to great coffee shops, restaurants, and beautiful Little Italy. <3 P.S. Parking wasn’t that difficult to find even though the hotel doesn’t have a lot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful location Super cute decor Quite Peaceful Comfy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This experience was awesome loved the location and amenties
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Jeffrey was extremely excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about my stay was amazing. My room was amazing. The location was amazing. I enjoyed every part of it and the staff was the best from the contactless checkout to helping me right away. If I had any issues in checking on me throughout my stay 10 out of 10. Definitely cannot wait to stay again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I liked how fast the service was! The place was also clean and had a lot of amenities to offer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room helpful staff parking is a nightmare but
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a lovely stay. The location is perfect and close to restaurants, the port, and transportation. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The location was perfect, walking distance to Little Italy. Room was clean and staff was attentive. Recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the King Deluxe Room with restroom. Make sure you look at the room you book, as some rooms do not have attached restrooms and are communal. Hotel itself was cute, def a vibe. Room was clean, staff were present and friendly at the front, ac and water worked great. Parking is a doozy. Street only or paid lot parking can definitely be a hassle, but if you land a great spot, it's totally worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was amazing, I recommend it a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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The place is really nice , the front desk person is very kind all the time , he was very nice, the location was very close everything. I love this place with my niece .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were so great to us
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had an amazing experience staying at this cute boutique hotel. Perfect location! I definitely recommend ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Over a great stay for the price. In the middle of Little Italy. We enjoyed our time there even with a shared bathroom. It was never an issue. It’s an older remodeled property. Rooms and bathrooms were clean. The place is cute. We paid $122 a night over the weekend: plenty of food close by. If you want a nicer hotel this is not for you. If you want a low key well maintained boutique style place that surges its purpose at a reasonable price this is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No staff, no parking, no working safe, the front gate is permanently unlocked instead of requiring the code to get in like stated, codes for your room does not change so any past psychopathic guest can come into your room if they've stayed there before
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location adjacent to Little Italy, at a good price. Little pleasantries like muffins and hot chocolate always available and other snacks too. Shared bathroom very clean and accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025