410 Elm Street, Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA 92101, United States
#152 of 240 hotels in San Diego
Guests' ChoiceBased on 309 hotel reviews
7.6Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Location
8.2
Facilities
7.7
Staff
8.9
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 May 2024
Luís
PortugalNot that it’s their fault, but guests should know that the hotel’s quarter gets crowded with homeless people at times, altgouh there was no issue and I never felt actually unsafe.
Very well located, at a walking distance to most San Diego’s tourist attractions, especially Balboa Park.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Price005
New ZealandThe items in kitchen not all there. Felt unsafe in the area, staff even had main door locked. People coming and going all the time in the outdoor rooms. Weird No parking
The bed
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Daniel
PortugalNot having a place to sit besides the bed. I stayed in one of the rooms whose window faced the inside of the building. Problem was that the blinders were not fully complete... I could sleep fine but I didnt feel like I had 100% privacy in the entire room area, even if these were shut entirely. And it would be nice to have some USB connections in the room to charge our devices (an european request :))
The staff were super nice! The bed was also quite good and the shower too. Also, the room was equipped with a nice kitchenette, handy!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Ian
United StatesStreet parking only, Sparse and subject to San Diego's quirky parking restrictions. I lucked out and got a metered spot at 5:00 pm across from the hotel, so I only had to pay for 1 hour and didn't have to move my car until 8:00 am next morning
Within walking distance of "Little Italy" restaurants. I was in a "Junior suite" outside the main building and easily accessible through the side gate using the electronic room key.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Zana
KosovoThe area felt quite creepy and dangerous. I didn’t feel safe walking those street, especially after dark.
The place was very clean and cozy and quite near Little Italy
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Richard
United StatesStreet trash and homeless
Decor, staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Danielle
CanadaThe AC in our room (111) didn't really give us cool air & overnight it would get really warm. The ceiling fan helped somewhat but wasn't sufficient. Two suggestions, a light under the upper cupboards to help illuminate the counter space without having the whole room lit would be very helpful & a second chair. Other than that all is good.
Well located, cost efficient & friendly. They managed to accommodate us on a very early check in which was awesome.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Mohsen
IranThey provided a microwave oven and a coffee machine inside the rooms, but they did not provide chairs and tables, which could have been easily achievable. If we wanted to eat anything in the room, there was no place to sit. Another point was the lack of a handwashing sink in the bathroom, despite there being a large one in the room, which did not make sense. They provided numerous kitchen cabinets in the room that were useless; instead, they could have removed them and simply added one or two tables with two chairs.
Cleanliness, great and supportive staff, location, facilities, and beautiful interior architecture of the hotel.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Michael
MexicoRoom newly remodeled but small/adequate. Too expensive!!
The young man at the front desk was extremely helpful. Great location!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Jason
United StatesBathroom sink was very small, and hard to access. No electrical outlets in the bathroom. Coffee machine didn't work very well. Front desk is only open until 6pm.
Very clean, good location.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Ysabel
United StatesWalls are thin, you can hear everything going on in the hallways. The mattress was so uncomfortable and the pillows were not soft. The room and bathroom was incredibly small, I’m 7 months pregnant and had such a hard time going around the bed to go to the bathroom. Even my husband had to waddle around the bed. It was even hard to shower comfortably because the shower was small. No parking, there was also no parking garages near by. We got lucky with street parking nearby but I felt so anxious not having a safe place for my car. Also little Italy is a good 10-15 min walk away. The hotel name is a little misleading. It did not feel like the safest walk to little Italy… The good thing is we only stayed here 1 night and overall it was a clean place to sleep and shower. Next time I’m in SD I would spend that extra $50 to stay at a more comfortable hotel
Easy check in, nice staff, cute hotel
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Martonim
HungaryKitchen has basic equipment only. The solo rooms are in a separate building that can be warm, but there is AC, as well as a ceiling fan.
Nice and clean hotel, very kind and helpful staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Lauren
United StatesThe shower didn’t drain.
Had a lot of character
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Mary
United StatesI solo traveled! So it was very cozy in there, perfect size for 1 person.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Daniel
MexicoNo parking could be an issue for some. The rooms are small but for it makes sense considering the price.
I really like the location of this hotel, the area is pretty quiet and right next to Balboa. Has some good options to eat as well.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Beth
United StatesBooking.com did not communicate vital information I needed to access the property after hours!
Stephanie at the front desk is an exceptional human! I will go again just to see her.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Sarah
CanadaRoom was pretty basic - not even a sink in the bathroom. Very few amenities. We just did an overnight so it met our needs.
Location was great. And the beds were the most comfortable ever.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Joe
United StatesSmall rooms
Good location, next to the gaslamp next to little Italy. Was a perfect spot.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Ryanjams
United StatesThe room size was smaller than expected
The location is great and price is good. It’s a remodeled old building so the rooms are small but nice.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Amilah
United KingdomStephanie was great greeting us and giving us helpful recommendations
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Mariana
United StatesToo much noise from outside my window. YOu can hear the plans and buses go by but It didn't really bother me all that much.
The room was nicely clean and spacious for the value. Great staff and very helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Martinez
United StatesThe placement of the restroom sink and mirror was a bit inconvenient when washing your face/ brushing your teeth.
Great staff, clean room, aesthetically pleasing hall. It has everything you need for a stay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Stefan
United StatesNot that I did not like, just a heads up. Only street parking but I never had an issue finding. No elevator, but only a few stories. If you can’t do stairs, make sure you ask for 1st floor when booking. It is only the edge of Hillcrest and Downtown neighborhoods, so it is a few blocks walking distance to walking areas. Just need to be city smart. I really liked this property and all it offered.
Very convenient to Hillcrest, Downtown and Boba Park. Boutique feel. Nice clean updated room with kitchenette and private bath (room 228). Affordable. Friendly staff. Secure.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Layal
LebanonNo electric plugs near the bed was my only inconvenience. Staff are not available all the time but, I was able to communicate through Booking messages which was convenient.
Very friendly and helpful staff. I was able to keep my bag way past checkout and I really appreciated that I didn’t have to carry it with me everywhere I went. Location was very convenient and the price was good considering all the options. Pretty safe. Cute room. Water available at the lobby. Staff always picked the phone up and were helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
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