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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Property class: 4
Boutique hotel with 2 restaurants, near Balboa Park

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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and Petco Park. After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and free bike rentals are other highlights at this boutique hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: 5th Avenue Station is steps away and Civic Center Station is 3 minutes.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Valet parking
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 14 meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$187 nightly
The total price is $217
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Dine in style
Experience American cuisine at the restaurant. Sip cocktails at the inviting bar. Full breakfast, vegan, and vegetarian options elevate every bite.
Chic sleep haven
Drift off on hypo-allergenic premium bedding with Frette Italian sheets. Blackout drapes ensure uninterrupted rest in curated, individual decor rooms.
Boutique city charm
Marvel at local artists' works adorning curated spaces in this boutique hotel. Savor a meal at the poolside restaurant or take in city views from the rooftop.

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a small table, and a window with a city view.

Room, 1 King Bed (San Diego View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a plant, and a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a small table, and a window with a city view.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A cityscape with modern buildings, a river, and a stadium.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern bedroom with a bed, two sofas, a round table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a small table with a chair, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony)

A modern living room with a patterned sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a view of the cityscape, and a balcony with wicker chairs and a potted plant.

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a small table, and a window with a city view.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a small table with a chair, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a small table with a chair, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a small table with a chair, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 425 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area with chairs. Large windows offer a city view.

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1047 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Petco Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seaport Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 28 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 44 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 45 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 11 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
  • 5th Avenue Station - 1 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 3 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos El Gordo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Tipsy Crow - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taste & Thirst - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪American Junkie - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

  • Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and Petco Park. After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and free bike rentals are other highlights at this boutique hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: 5th Avenue Station is steps away and Civic Center Station is 3 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 211 rooms
    • Arranged over 20 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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 18
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Covered onsite valet parking (USD 70 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–noon
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 14 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2008
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 37
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 34
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch Smart TV
  • Premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

The Cafe - This café specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Leave of Absence - This restaurant is located by the pool and specializes in pizza. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per day

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:
  • Destination fee: USD 35
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • In-room bottled water
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
The property's resort fee includes a daily USD 10 food and beverage credit which can be used in the on-site restaurant or for in-room dining.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 30 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

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 70 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Hotel
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Does Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel 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.

Is there a pool at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 70 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, American cuisine, and pool views.

What's the area around Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel like?

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is in Downtown San Diego, a short 1-minute walk from 5th Avenue Station and 11 minutes' walk from Balboa Park. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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