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4.5 out of 5

"It's a beautiful hotel and so close to restaurants and the convention center. Will stay there again! " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 29 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

Historic hotel near San Diego Convention Center

Downtown San Diego stay

Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll find Petco Park and Seaport Village. USS Midway Museum and Port of San Diego are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Dining, fitness center

This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Valet parking, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service are also offered.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
CA $218* Per night/room 21 Apr. - 22 Apr.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Premier Suite with Balcony

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter ratings based on 24 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Everyone (11) Couples (7) Family (4)
5 out of 5
It's a beautiful hotel and so close to restaurants and the convention center. Will stay there again!

Posted by , from Albuquerque on 29 Feb. 2024

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1 Mar. 2024 by Marjorie-Guest Services

Thank you Carolyn for a perfect review of your recent stay with us. We are so delighted to hear that everything was perfect and our beautiful historical property was welcoming and comfortable. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Sep. 2023

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15 Oct. 2023 by Guest Services

Hi Ronald,hank you for the 5-star rating! Hope to see you again soon.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 20 Aug. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Sep. 2023 by Guest Services.

Hello John, We appreciate your feedback! Thank you so much for staying with us. Hope to see you again soon.

1 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Jun. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

26 Jun. 2023 by Guest Services

Hello Tyler, we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you might have encountered during your stay. We wished we had known the issues, because we could have resolved it while you were with us. Again we are truly sorry.

5 out of 5
Awesome

Posted by on 4 Jun. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

4 Jun. 2023 by Guest Services

Hi Paresh, thank you for staying with us. Hope to see you again.

5 out of 5
Excellent property. Great service

Posted by , from MEXICO on 21 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Apr. 2023 by Guest Services

Your comments are appreciated.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 17 Dec. 2022

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4 out of 5
Well kept old building

Posted by , from Columbus on 31 Oct. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

1 Nov. 2022 by Guest Services

Thank you for choosing the Horton Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
It’s location is excellent for Petco Park

Posted by on 1 Oct. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

3 Oct. 2022 by Adi Guest services

Thank you for choosing Horton Grand Hotel for your stay while in Sunny San Diego. We are glad to hear that you were able to access Petco Park easily from our hotel location. Thank you for the feedback.

5 out of 5
The room was very nice and clean and the staff was very friendly. We would definitely stay again.

Posted by , from brooklyn on 29 Sep. 2022

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29 Sep. 2022 by Gwen

Hi Kelly, thanks for taking the time to leave us your thoughtful review! We're happy to hear that you had enjoyed your stay with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back.

About the The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Location 311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 4 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 22766 square feet (2115 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the historic The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter. Parking is available for a fee. This Victorian San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 22766 sq ft of conference space
  • 2115 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1886
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: San Diego Santa Fe Depot (1.4 km / 0.9 mi)
  • Metro station: Convention Center Station (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

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.

  • Fireplace
  • HD television
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Salt & Whiskey - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Salt & Whiskey - This piano bar specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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. 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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Children stay free
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Pets Allowed-Specific Rooms Only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Children stay free 12
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • No gap period between guest stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

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

  • 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
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5–25 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 54 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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

You should know

  • Children 12 years old and younger 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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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