The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with restaurant, near Petco Park

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Serves dinner and happy hour
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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is a charming retreat in the heart of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter. Unwind with happy hour and dinner at Salt & Whiskey, or enjoy the outdoor entertainment area surrounded by lush gardens.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(101 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Ceiling fan
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(93 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Suite with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaport Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 21 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 33 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 43 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 48 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 15 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 17 min drive
  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • Gaslamp Quarter Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prince Street Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tabac Cafe & Hookah - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Chuchys - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Petco Park and Seaport Village. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Salt & Whiskey, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. This historic hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Convention Center Station is 4 minutes and Convention Center Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 132 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (22766 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1886
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 27.05 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Business center/computer access
    • Faxes
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 59 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

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 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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Grand Horton
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The Horton Grand Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 59 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and parasailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Yes, Salt & Whiskey offers American cuisine.

What's the area around The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter like?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is a short 4-minute walk from Convention Center Station and 6 minutes' walk from San Diego Convention Center. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.

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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

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

Popular mentions

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Balcony
History
Historical

What guests liked

  • The property is surrounded by numerous dining options within walking distance, offering a variety of choices for guests. (39 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fab hotel, clean, great location and the most amazing bar.
Selena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were fantastic and property was beautiful.
Tara, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I ate at Salt & Whiskey both nights. Their Street Tacos were amazing!!
Tamathy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Classy hotel with tons of charm

Lovely hotel. Will be very happy to stay again
Conor, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Comfortable room.

Great location. Nice to have the bar downstairs and restaurants and the Convention Center so close. Staff mostly friendly and helpful.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I wasn’t sure what to expect but we loved our stay! Clean and the rooms are updated. I’d definitely stay again!
Melissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pet friendly. Animals felt welcome.
Emily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute place in amazing part of the city - dated but in a good way. Clean and staff was solid.
Adam, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great historic hotel

Clean room and wonderful staff. Victor was fabulous. Highly recommend.
Lisa, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room clean Staff friendly and helpful
nicholas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place

Excellent place to stay with an even better staff. My new favorite spot in San Diego
Merle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, friendly staff and valets.
Debra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10

Great hotel! So beautiful and amazing location!
Fer Marylí, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

It was great super friendly staff and accommodating,
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable. Big suite for family of four.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice old timey hotel

A pleasant hotel in a great location.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quick walk to Petco Park and great area. Rooms are always comfortable and staff is friendly.
Christina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I thought this was an extremely convenient, clean, and historically interesting hotel. I plan to return when I need to come back to San Diego.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Amanda, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the old world charm. Also great location in gaslamp District easy walking distance to anything we wanted to do.
Marc, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good but the family vibe was so so
SEAN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing !!
Elisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

AnWarm Embrace

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Horton. The property was lovely and tree service was wonderful. I love the charm and uniqueness of this place. So many hotels have a corporate, sterile feel.but here you find a warm and home-like embrace.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Always stay here on my trips to San Diego. Good rates, great Restaurant and Bar and right in Gaslamp.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

BEST LOCATION!

Nice hotel. Great location, great staff, and comfortable bed! Would book again!
Julie, 3-night trip