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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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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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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
$224
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30

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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

Room options

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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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

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 this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4-star hotel in Downtown San Diego
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace are onsite.
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

In addition to an outdoor pool, Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel provides a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

14 meeting rooms are available. This business-friendly hotel also offers a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge. A total renovation of this property was completed in October 2022.

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and noon.
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has 2 restaurants serving breakfast and dinner.
The Cafe - This café specializes in American cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Leave of Absence - This restaurant is located by the pool and specializes in pizza. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Leave of Absence
  • The Cafe

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 20 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included 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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
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
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel San Diego

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 815 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Waterloo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, well-appointed hotel. We enjoyed dining at the hotel restaurant, found the reception staff very helpful and informative and the room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Great room! Great service, good bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn, New Cumberland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect! Love our entire experience. Great atmosphere, food, pool, and cocktails. Central to everywhere we wanted to go!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy, Wisner

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the resort style feel of this hotel, the pool had such great vibes and was exactly what I was looking for as a solo traveler!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Expectations met

Though I only stayed a single night it meet my expectations. Room was very clean and didnt have carpet which was a plus for me. Water pressure was good. The room was overall comfortable. I will stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel. Neighborhood is a little rundown but hotel central to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie, Sammamish

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First stay at the Alma and absolutely loved the staff the rooms and the pool😎
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bertha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although the hotel was fantastic, there is a ton of homeless around the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica, Dewey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were kind and food was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kale'o

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seung Je

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dear hotel, When I checked out. I received attached invoice. I asked that breakfast include. Because when I made booking hotel include breakfast option. So, your desk receptionist told me that 50dollar credit. No need pay breakfast cost. But now hotel charges breakfast . What is the difference between the two invoices. And option. I asked about this option breakfast option several times . Let me know if you have any solutions for my understanding!!!! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

CHIAYING

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many homeless and smell super terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soultan, West hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I took care of me, accommodated me the property was very clean and nice had a blast and it's close to everything all 5 to 10 minute walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

paulina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quvonte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chill, excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The staff (Krystal, the dad joke fan, Sam, Gabriel, Ray, Bradly) and food is amazing! rooms are comfortable, clean and hotel is perfectly located. San Diego has a ***HUGE*** homeless problem, and this makes it a pain to come home after 9 pm. as the door staff had a hard time distinguishing a hotel guest from homeless person, (which is hard when you don't look up from your phone) But other than that inconvenience, our stay here was wonderful. Note for management, the bathroom on the second floor is not ADA compliant. While I was using the gender neutral bathroom, an older guest who had vision problems could not find the exit because the exit is painted black and the exit sign is out of sight, and this older man was very frustrated. See photos, suggestion move sign so its visible from inside bathroom. Further, our bathroom sink was clogged the entire stay, the fridge was leaking water, and the shower needed help as when you took one, it got water everywhere. These things make me question the value of my stay. I also heard another guest talking to staff about problems with their fridge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025