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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star historic hotel near San Diego Convention Center

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A restaurant with outdoor seating, brick walls, and decorative lighting.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central chandelier.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.
A vintage car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Horton Grand Hotel."
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furniture.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, desk, chair, ceiling fan, and a view of the city through a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(125 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a dresser, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(114 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a fireplace.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a seating area with chairs and a table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Premier Suite with Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE CITY VIEW TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a wooden dresser.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

San Diego

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

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaport Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of San Diego - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barleymash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Happy Does Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sevilla of San Diego - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tacos El Franc - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5-star historic hotel near San Diego Convention Center
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
  • 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
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 62 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • 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: 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

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.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 27.83 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'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.

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 62 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)

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, 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
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. 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. 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.

We should mention

  • 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).

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter to the airport?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is 3.3 mi (17-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 The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

As of Sept 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter on Sept 13, 2026 start from CA $204, 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 The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter.

How close is The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter to the beach?

This hotel is 8.3 mi (22-min drive) from Mission Beach and 5 mi (20-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offer free breakfast?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

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

Is there free parking at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 62 per day.

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have a pool?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter does not have a pool.

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have a restaurant?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is home to Salt & Whiskey, which features American cuisine and happy hour.

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter to downtown San Diego?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is 0.4 mi away from San Diego.

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2019 out of 2942 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 591 out of 2942 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 2942 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 2942 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 2942 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great little hotel close to lots of restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rene

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

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at a clean property with very friendly staff!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute beautiful boutique hotel lots of New Orleans vibes amazing rooms !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable hotel! Staff was wonderful, helpful and polite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allysse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was gorgeous! We enjoy our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the great San Diego hotels. Outstanding all around—from the room amenities to the hotel bar and grill.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful historical hotel ! Simply gorgeous and very well situated!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, clean hotel, friendly staff. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was great! The location was perfect, especially the distance to Petco Park, fun restaurants and bars too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the history of the hotel and the convenient location to restaurants and other activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Fun little bar area with tasty bites.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie Morton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing hotel. Everyone was so friendly. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for business travel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful hotel. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The adjoining bar with dining options was a big plus. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique with a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cool historic vibe, overall a good value considering the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to where our event is, a few minutes by foot. Great restaurants around the area as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Haya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, cool bar, spacious suite. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here every time. The staff is extremely nice and rooms are very clean. Salt and Whiskey has a good variety of craft cocktails as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The room was clean and comfortable and we really liked the overall style of the place. Location was convenient and cool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here!! It's walking distance to everything! Staff is great!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026