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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with restaurant, near Petco Park

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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 | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(108 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 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
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
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
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 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

  • ‪Barleymash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Chingon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Happy Does Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

When you stay at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter, you'll be in a great location, 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 62 per day; 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 62 per day 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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Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
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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 62 per day.

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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Reviews

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant and bar options, including Salt and Whiskey, offer excellent dining experiences with great food and drinks. (46 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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History
Historical

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved spending the first part of our trip at this beautiful historic hotel. Close to so many attractions and tasty restaurants. And the staff was absolutely amazing!!
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were great and the room was amazing we will be coming back to this hotel.
Brett, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room and friendly staff. Great location.
Holly, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly, fantastic atmosphere and walking distance from restaurants and bars. Would definitely stay here again.
Sandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value and very comfortable stay.
Kenneth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and wonderful location in Downtown!
Elisa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location. Comfortable rooms.
Jeff, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful experience! Beautiful property, obviously a little old as it is a boutique hotel but the staff made it such a wonderful stay!
Revathi, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff, accommodations, and location were ideal.
John, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay in the extra large rooms, the accomodatong staff and the rustic look.it was right in the middle of the famous lamplight district which was nice. The valet parking was expensive but the valet himself was wonderful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Gregory, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Quirky. The room was quiet.
Marianne, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Service was great. Very friendly staff. We enjoyed chatting with Victor. Great hotel we will definitely come back.
Jessica, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is perfect for the Gaslamp Quarter, including the convention center and other attractions. The hotel is really beautiful, and nicely decorated. I will be using this hotel whenever I need to go to a conference in San Diego from now on. I found out that they are also OK with cats, so next time I will bring my family. I will definitely stay again.
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very quaint old hotel with nice rooms and courteous staff
Ken, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and staff was great
Veronica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay at.
Jasmin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasantly surprised at how nice this property was! Convenient location, lots of charm, clean, I'd stay again. There is no option for breakfast, but the 222 cafe is a block away. The bar closes early, but again, plenty of nearby options. One of the last independent hotels.
Gary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room!! Great staff!! Wonderful location!! Had a wonderful and fun weekend!!
Esmeralda, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very cool architecture
ken, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room and great staff
lina, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What a gem! Great staff, from Thomas the bellboy to front desk to cleaning crew. Excellent location in the Gas Light district and 5 min walk to the convention center. Rooms are cozy and clean, with great and comfortable beds and pillows. Highly recommended!
Alexander, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great room. Quaint, nostalgic and vintage hotel that is relaxing and a real gem.
Nathan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place if you want to stay near glaslamp quarter district.
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy and close to everything!
Derrick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property - will definitely return to the Horton on my next trip
Brendan, 3-night trip