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Gaslamp Plaza Suites

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Balboa Park

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A grand lobby with marble floors, a chandelier, and ornate doors.
A grand lobby with marble floors, ornate chandeliers, and a seating area with patterned upholstery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of the city skyline.
A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, multiple windows, and a flag on top.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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520 E St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, City View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Junior Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Business Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a desk.

Business Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, City View

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sofa with patterned cushions.

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (1 Queen and 1 Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (1 Queen and 1 Sofabed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

San Diego

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll find Balboa Park and San Diego Convention Center. USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Petco Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 12 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos El Gordo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barleymash - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tipsy Crow - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taste & Thirst - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Gaslamp Plaza Suites

3.5-star hotel near Balboa Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Gaslamp Plaza Suites. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star San Diego hotel.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1913
  • Nightclub
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gaslamp Plaza Suites offers 64 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 56 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Nightclub

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 56 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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 credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gaslamp Plaza Suites to the airport?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites is 3.8 mi (15-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 Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

As of Aug 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaslamp Plaza Suites on Aug 27, 2026 start from CA $173, 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 Gaslamp Plaza Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gaslamp Plaza Suites.

How close is Gaslamp Plaza Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 5.3 mi (16-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 8.7 mi (20-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites offer free breakfast?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

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

Is there free parking at Gaslamp Plaza Suites?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 56 per night.

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites have a pool?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites does not have a pool.

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gaslamp Plaza Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gaslamp Plaza Suites to downtown San Diego?

Gaslamp Plaza Suites is 0.1 mi away from San Diego.

Gaslamp Plaza Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 823 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1180 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TIM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was especially lovely! Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place we stayed at on short notice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location, the room and the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff we're amazing and the rooftop patio was the best spot to relax and enjoy the views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Corena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for to be on Central downtown SD.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the Dumas Suite. Perfect for a small family or weekend getaway away. Super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re going to a game at Petco park this hotel has a great location! Older hotel but clean and comfy. Staff was great( recommended a place to eat and valet parking was awesome
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

June

Enjoyed my stay … no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very friendly and the location in the Gaslamp District was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Staff friendly and helpful great location will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aryanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and in perfect condition upon our arrival. We only stayed for one night but the amenities provided were fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. Room was small, but sufficient for our stay. Great rooftop terrace, with coffee and water, but wished they offered a continental breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are so friendly!! And the room was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is wonderful place to stay if you are going to Petco Stadium. It’s an easy walk to restaurants in Gaslamp and has some hiatory, being built in 1913. Beautifully renovated suites. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not many amenities but the place was immaculate and staff was great. It is a beautiful building and the beds were comfortable too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

I like this old hotel. My room was very nice, clean and comfortable. Great location too
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice day and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and I had everything I needed. The property is older, but it had a great view from my room and the rooftop. Perfect location just out of the busy areas.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff upon arrival were the best! Very friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect and the front desk people were amazing, especially Pedro.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026