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About the Hotel

311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

The 4-star Horton Grand Hotel nestled along a charming street in the historic Gaslamp Quarter District offers Victorian-style accommodations with handcrafted antique furniture, marble-framed gas fireplaces, and detailed architectural elegance.

Historic Luxury Rooms

Rooms feature gas-burning fireplaces, double pillow-top mattresses, and private balconies overlooking either the New Orleans style courtyard or San Diego cityscape. The newly-renovated Premier Suite at Horton Grand Hotel includes a Nespresso machine, 55-inch HDTV, and kitchenette.

On-Site Dining Options

Salt & Whiskey is the on-site restaurant that offers live and local entertainment Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. The bar is open Monday to Friday from 4PM to 10PM and weekends from 1PM to 10PM with brunch served between 10AM to 1PM.

Facilities and Services

The hotel offers a brand new fitness center open from 5AM to 10PM daily, equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, and kettlebells. Charming décor, innovative meeting space and 2137 m² of event space await guests at the Horton Grand Hotel, including a ballroom that can host groups of up to 240 people.

Prime Gaslamp Location

Located in the heart of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter, guests are only a short walk away from San Diego's Convention Center, Petco Park, and a plethora of restaurants. The hotel is 5 minutes' walk from the Convention Center, 20 minutes' walk from Coaster Santa Fe, and 10 km from San Diego International Airport.

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1 King Bed Balcony
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28 m² 
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1 King-size bed
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Coffee machine
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Premier Suite Balcony
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2 persons
56 m² 
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28 m² 
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
San Diego 2.0 km
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 5.3 km
El Cajon (CJN) 24.5 km
Train
Santa Fe Depot 1.1 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
Nearby
Museum
The New Children's Museum
330 m
Mall
Westfield Horton Plaza
480 m
Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
70 m
Museum
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
120 m
Harbor Drive & G Street
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
330 m
Mall
Horton Plaza Park
490 m
715 J St
Bub's at the Ballpark
350 m
Night club
FLUXX Nightclub
40 m
435 Fifth Ave
Oxford Social Club
160 m
Night club
OMNIA Nightclub San Diego
180 m
Restaurants
Cafe 222
110 m
222 Island Ave
The Dubliner
110 m
554 Fourth Ave
Las Hadas Grill
120 m
558 4th Ave
The Field Irish Pub
200 m
544 Fifth Avenue
The Lazy Hippo
130 m
416 3rd Ave
The Whiskey House
130 m
420 3rd Ave Between Island Avenue & J St in East Village
Searsucker
270 m
611 5th Ave
barleymash
260 m
600 5th Ave Gaslamp
Royal India
180 m
329 Market St
Chocolat Cremerie
150 m
509 5th Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Real comments from travelers who have already stayed
64%
said they enjoyed their stay and plan to return.
Cozy Style
Good Location
Dated Rooms
Inconsistent Service
6.4/10
Nice
Rooms
6.8
Location
8.6
Service
8.2
Dining
6.9
Guest reviews
6.4/10
based on 10 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 1870 reviews
Billy
United States, April  2024
8.0/10

The hotel was conveniently located, offering a great stay overall. The rooms were comfortable and clean, although a bit small. The service was excellent, with helpful and friendly staff. The dining options were varied and enjoyable. However, the location had some dated aspects, and there was a strange smell in the rooms at times.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small but nice and clean, although occasionally had a strange smell.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with gracious and helpful staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel is perfect, right in the heart of the Gaslamp District and close to many restaurants.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was really good with a nice variety of choices.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were great with a variety of services available.
Dan
United States, March  2024
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the bright side, the room I stayed in was lovely and clean, but the downside was facing the brick wall of the building next door. The service was excellent overall, with a warm and welcoming staff, but the early morning noise from setting up breakfast was quite bothersome. The location is great, with easy access to the Gas Lamp District's attractions, although it can get loud on weekends. Dining options were adequate but uninspired, not leaving a lasting impression. Despite some setbacks, my stay was mostly enjoyable.

Rooms
7.0
The room I stayed in was lovely and clean.
Service
8.0
The service was excellent with a warm and welcoming staff, but the early morning noise was a downside.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the Gas Lamp District was great, despite occasional loud evenings.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were adequate but not inspiring.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Liz
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.2/10

The hotel offers a cozy and ideal stay for solo travelers or couples, with small but comfortable rooms that could use additional blankets. The service is exceptional, providing a top-notch experience throughout. The location is superb, putting you right in the heart of the vibrant Gas Lamp area. The dining experience is satisfactory, with room for improvement on the buffet options. Overall, a great value for the convenient location and friendly service provided.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although small, are perfect for a single traveler or a couple. It would be better to have additional blankets available besides sheets and a thin blanket. The scent in the room was not pleasant.
Service
9.0
The service was top shelf, with staff always pleasant and knowledgeable, offering a great experience from arrival to departure.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is excellent, placing you right in the center of the historic Gas Lamp area with an abundance of dining and entertainment options nearby.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was adequate but could be more inspired, with room for improvement on the buffet options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities meet expectations with various services available to enhance your stay.
David
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.8/10

The hotel offers outstanding comfort in rooms, the bed was amazing, but noise could be an issue. The service was excellent with helpful staff, but some information was missing. The location is great near the harbor and convention center. The dining experience has some room for improvement. Overall, a good value for money option.

Rooms
8.0
The room was huge with a large lounge area and separate TV, very comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.0
The hotel is excellently located near the harbor and convention center, perfect for business or leisure visits.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some issues with cold food, but the service was welcoming.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered good amenities but could be noisy due to location across from public restrooms.
Roger
United Kingdom, July  2023
7.2/10

Staying on the ground floor exposed us to outside noise from events, yet it kept us connected. The room was small with slow and low-quality Wi-Fi. The location is ideal for exploring the Gaslamp quarter and offers a charming atmosphere, although not many shops nearby. The dining was plentiful but could be improved. Friendly staff and great historic ambiance.

Rooms
6.0
The room was small and impacted by outside noise, but at least the Wi-Fi allowed us to stay connected.
Service
7.0
The staff had mixed interactions, from being a bit rude to being very helpful with services like early check-in and bag holding.
Location
8.0
The location in the Gaslamp district is charming with historic elements and close proximity to attractions, even though not many shops are around.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was plentiful but could be improved for better quality.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers various conveniences and services for a comfortable stay.
Richard
United Kingdom, July  2023
8.2/10

The hotel rooms were fantastic, providing lots of space but with potential for improvements in layout. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff throughout. The location was ideal for exploring the Gaslamp District and nearby attractions. The dining experience was excellent, especially with live entertainment, though prices were on the higher side. Overall, a great stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, quiet, and functional, with lovely period piece furniture.
Service
9.0
The staff was super friendly and accommodating, making my stay very welcoming.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the Gaslamp District was perfect for exploring the area on foot and enjoying nearby theaters and entertainment.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was excellent, especially with the live entertainment at the bar. Breakfast was good, but prices were a bit high.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered great facilities, with everything from dry cleaning to valet parking available to enhance my stay.
Max
United States, June  2023
6.0/10

The hotel had a cozy style with a chimney in the rooms, but they were on the smaller side for a king room and very dated. While the service was inconsistent, lying about parking availability, and being right on top of the patio, some aspects like dry cleaning and valet parking were decent. The location was a highlight, perfect for walking to mini bars and eateries, and within walking distance of attractions like Petco Park and the USS Midway museum. The dining experience was mixed, with cold food and limited options, but the Dim Sum was really good. Overall, a place with some charm but room for improvement.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms had a cozy style including a chimney, but they were on the smaller side and very dated.
Service
6.0
The service was inconsistent, with some staff being dismissive and lying about parking availability, but other services like dry cleaning and valet parking were decent.
Location
8.0
The location was great for walking to nearby bars and eateries, and close to attractions like Petco Park and the USS Midway museum.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some downsides with cold food and limited options, but the Dim Sum was really good.
Facilities
5.0
Cozy Style
Dated Rooms
Catherine
United Kingdom, June  2023
6.6/10

The hotel didn't quite live up to the grand pictures, with no fridge or microwave in the room and a lack of electrical outlets. Despite the disorganization, the staff was friendly and helpful. Parking came at an extra cost of $46, and the shower handle was in need of repair. Unfortunately, the hotel's charm turned eerie with unexpected ghost tours passing by.

Rooms
5.0
The room lacked essential amenities like a fridge and microwave, and outlets were insufficient. Parking fees were high, and the shower handle needed maintenance.
Service
7.0
Despite the disorganization, the staff were accommodating and polite.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient, although the proximity to the Gaslamp area meant some noise. Easy access to downtown San Diego and the congress center.
Dining
6.0
Only had breakfast at the hotel, which was average. There was some remodeling ongoing during the stay.
Facilities
7.0
Limited facilities but the hotel managed to provide a cozy and pleasant stay overall.
Terry
United Kingdom, June  2023
8.6/10

I had a great experience at the hotel! The rooms were really nice, with a comfy bed and everything spotlessly clean. The staff was fantastically friendly and even recommended a fun breakfast place for us. The location was perfect for exploring the Gaslamp district, just wish they were a bit more organized at the front desk. The dining was amazing with all the details and colors, the buffet offered great value and the server staff were very helpful. Overall, a fantastic stay with a few hiccups here and there.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were really nice, with a comfy bed and clean.
Service
9.0
The staff were super friendly and responsive.
Location
9.0
The hotel is right in the heart of the Gaslamp district, making it easy to walk to restaurants and access the city trolley.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was really good, with kind hosts and waitstaff.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great and provided everything we needed during our stay.
Jack
United Kingdom, May  2023
7.8/10

The hotel is located in party central San Diego, right in the Gaslamp District. The rooms between buildings were small and dark but clean, retaining a historic charm. The staff were incredibly helpful and attentive. The hotel's dining options were good value for money, offering Asian street food and lobby continental breakfast. While being slightly loud due to the vibrant neighborhood, its proximity to various attractions makes it a comfortable stay.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms between buildings were small, dark, and dated, but clean.
Service
9.0
The staff, from check-in to bartenders, were very attentive and went above and beyond to assist with any request.
Location
8.0
The hotel is located in the lively Gaslamp District, close to restaurants, shopping, and the ballpark. It's a charming historic hotel within walking distance of many great food places.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered good value for money, with Asian street food and lobby continental breakfast options.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities cater to party people but provide a comfortable stay with necessary amenities and services.
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