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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property

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Serves dinner and happy hour
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Gym
$179
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13

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

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Excellent
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  • 285 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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(98 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Suite with Balcony | Living area | Fireplace

Premier Suite with Balcony

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

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Wonderful
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  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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.

Event facilities measuring 22766 square feet (2115 square meters) include conference space. 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.

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per day; 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

  • 22,766 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 day (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

Reviews

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1816 out of 2696 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 550 out of 2696 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 216 out of 2696 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 2696 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 2696 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alisun

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique property! Make sure to take the elevator to the third and fourth floors for an adorable surprise thru the elevator window! Rooms were sweet with a balcony and fireplace. Rooms on the northeast side are a bit noisy in the evening due to the open (and beautiful) staircase leading directly to the bar below.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very outdated but was convenient to Petco park. And that’s all that mattered. May stay was on 24 hours.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard, Simi Valley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Was disappointed that I was told that the staff would call / text me when room ready. Never happened. Waited well after check in time only to find room was available. No aploogy. Also was unable to make two keys upon checking in. Had to stop back separately to get the second key.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conor

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

Classy hotel with tons of charm

Lovely hotel. Will be very happy to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lance

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
The Bell staff at this property was excellent. There was a gentleman named Victor that was super helpful a young gentleman with curly hair that I couldn’t remember his name in an older gentleman whose name is I’m forgetting as well, but they were all very helpful and nice. Great location in the gaslamp district. A hotel needs a refresh, but it was clean and my room had a nice balcony.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little dark for my taste, and the gym is tiny, aside of that, everything great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First off, I love Victorian homes. This hotel was beautiful, the restaurant Salt and Whiskey was very good and I received two drink coupons. It is a walking distance from Seaport Village and Gaslamp district on the next block over but the hotel area was not crowded from gaslamp crowds. Another plus was the Whiskey House was right around the corner. So many places to eat and shop. The hotel was clean, the staff was nice. They have a small gym that was great. Seating area in the patio is big and realxing. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Horton was perfect mix of historical and comfortable, with everybody there being so accommodating and kind. It was very quiet, which was great for relaxing. I would highly recommend this to a single traveler or a couple.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and helpful staff. Great location. Fantastic stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in town for a conference, it was very easy to walk to the convention center. I was able to check in early with no problem. The front desk staff was so accommodating. Shout out to Victor for being extra friendly. The attached restaurant was also very nice. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Beautifully renovated building

Check-in at the Horton was great. The renovations to the building are very impressive. However, the wall hanging hair dryer didn't work and the replacement that maintenance installed smelled like burned toast so a hand held one was finally found on day 2. Housekeeping could not read the "Do Not Disturb" sign.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lance

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very helpful. Cool old Victorian hotel. Needs a refresh, but it was clean and comfortable and it was priced accordingly

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Its always clean and staff are great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
So torn on this place. Positives: Victor up front (concierge?) and Todd at valet were amazing. Room was clean. Loved the suite setup, spacious for my wife to work. Loved the charm of the old building. Negatives: 1. Gaslamp is iffy. Safe in the hotel but area around, like most downtowns now, is hobo-ridden and dirtier than I’d hoped. Hotel did best they could, this is certainly not their fault. 2. Front desk staff was disappointing. Late check in (we informed them beforehand), the girl checking us in was bothered we showed up and took 5 min from her tik-tok. The other 3 days, most front desk were buried in their phones and often didn’t look up to acknowledge us. Gotta be tough for an owner now, you can’t take phones away but they should make an effort to greet people while they are being paid to work. 2. Salt & Whiskey- One great night getting cocktails & dessert. Wonderful bartender. Night 2 we sat down and spent 10 min being ignored while staff mostly chatted with each other. Walked out without being spoken to, spent our $ elsewhere. 3. Maintenance- tried to open the bathroom door in our room and the handle fell off from a light touch. I had to screw the shower head tight to stop it from leaking. 4. Room- bathroom is old. Felt like a motel 6. 5. WiFi sucked. My phone wouldn’t connect for some ‘not trusted’ warning. Sketchy. I want to like the hotel but for the price I expected more. IMO worth $200/night. Drop the $20/night ‘resort fee’ and be up front on price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is absolutely lovely! Enjoyed my stay and the staff was wonderful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle, Yucaipa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and convention center.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building in a vibrant downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the history behind the museum and the aesthetic of the lobby, courtyard, bar, etc. It felt like staying in a museum and that was exciting. It was walking distance from all the hot spots in gaslamp quarter and major grocery stores and drug stores, so please just take a 5 min walk to get water instead of purchasing it from the museum gift shop. I highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is very accommodating. The building is unique, with a stunning staircase. Our room was comfortable and had lovely vintage furniture. The bar has outstanding bartenders. The hotel is located in a neighborhood with diverse restaurants. We look forward to our return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025