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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Petco Park

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Bay View | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View (Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Penthouse) | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Penthouse)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 425 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Heart of San Diego.Your stay at this Downtown San Diego hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Waterfront Park and Seaport Village are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Petco Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Seaport Village - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 1 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grant Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lobby @ Courtyard Marriott San Diego - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zzan Sushi & Soju - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crab Hut - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Petco Park
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 14 meeting rooms available. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was completed in October 2022.

This 4-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 211 guestrooms or units
  • 20 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2008
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 211 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per day
  • 0.195 percent tourism fee will be charged
  • Destination fee: USD 35
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls

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

The property's resort fee includes a daily USD 10 food and beverage credit which can be used in the on-site restaurant or for in-room dining.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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, 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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 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. 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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego
Kimpton Alma Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Alma San Diego an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego an IHG Hotel
"Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego an IHG Hotel"
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to the airport?

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is 3.7 mi (14-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 Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel on Oct 15, 2025 start from $151.3, 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 Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

How close is Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.3 mi (16-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 8.6 mi (18-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 65 per night.

Does Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a pool?

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to downtown San Diego?

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is 0.1 mi away from San Diego.