The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property

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Courtyard
Serves dinner and happy hour
Fireplace
Interior entrance
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Seaport Village
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Suite with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 602 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(93 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5-star hotel in Downtown San Diego
A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and valet parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offers 132 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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

The hotel offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This 3.5-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center, 4 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

This Victorian hotel also offers a fitness center, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is a smoke-free property.

Salt & Whiskey - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Salt & Whiskey - This piano bar specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salt & Whiskey
  • Salt & Whiskey

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1886
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 27.05 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 59 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Grand Horton
Grand Horton Hotel
Horton Grand
Horton Grand Hotel
Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
Horton Grand San Diego
Horton Hotel
Hotel Horton
The Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
The Horton Grand Hotel
The Horton Grand Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Hotel
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Hotel San Diego

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1521 out of 2372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 542 out of 2372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 2372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 2372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 2372 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old school style hotel in a fabulous location for downtown San Diego access. The staff is very friendly and accomodating!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome vibe, even better staff. Will absolutely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

10/10 Excellent

Mawj

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
free drinks and great food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

K Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, fabulous, large room, friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

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

Wonderful location, beautiful balconies!

Wonderful location, beautiful rooms, mine had a balcony to the courtyard. The courtyard is beautiful, too. A bit dated, but they were working on rooms and one of the elevators while I was there. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Lupe

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Pete

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wi- fi was horrible, the valet parking was too expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Doug

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

6/10 Okay

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historical hotel in downtown, we loved everything about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent amenities and staff. Victor Ivy was especially helpful with making me feel welcome and informing me of the mighty presence of Ohio State Alumni and bars that cater to an OH-IO crowd.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was an historical site and in a good location. Dining options were plenty and it was within good walking distance of many tourist sites in San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

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

Haunted but lovely!

The Horton Grand is perfectly located in the Gaslamp district to easily walk all over. Restaurants of all types, bars, Petco Park, the harbour, Little Italy, the cathedral, all places we walked to from the hotel. Great city, friendly people, strong restaurant and bar scene. The hotel is a historic one with a very interesting story and super pretty architecture. They say it's haunted but we had a spook free visit! Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

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

Fun time in gas lamp

Room was nice and clean a little small and no frig but comfortable. Great location if attending a baseball game or just going to the gas lamp area of san diego. well within walking distance to a lot of places.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

Old time elegance in the heart of the Gaslamp

Old world charm with gentle updates. Plus an ideal location for enjoying all San Diego's Gaslamp District has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025