Alma San Diego Downtown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, San Diego - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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1047 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

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“The vibrant Gaslamp District made exploring the city a delight!”view full review

Alma San Diego Downtown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 211 rooms in Downtown San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, featuring Mexican-inspired design touches and a rooftop pool deck with city views.

Designer Room Amenities

The Tribute Portfolio property provides rooms with rich wood floors, Art Deco furniture, and marble bathrooms equipped with Atelier Bloem amenities. Each accommodation includes Italian bed linens, yoga mats, and work desks.

Signature Dining Options

Chef Steve crafts tantalizing meals Tuesday through Saturday at The Desmond restaurant, offering seasonal New American cuisine paired with wines and cocktails. The Leave of Absence rooftop venue serves craft cocktails and small plates.

Pool and Fitness

The fourth-floor pool deck provides panoramic cityscape views and includes a lounge area. The 24-hour fitness center features Peloton bikes, while the property offers custom PUBLIC bikes for exploring the city.

Location and Events

Alma San Diego Downtown sits adjacent to House of Blues and Copley Symphony Hall, with a 10-minute drive to San Diego International Airport. The property offers 20000 square feet of meeting space and is walking distance to the Convention Center.

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Alma San Diego Downtown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

One-Bedroom King Studio Suite Harbour View

2 persons

410 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Premium King Room Balcony City View

2 persons

315 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Heating

Bathtub

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One-Bedroom Skyline King Suite Sofa Bed Harbour View

2 persons

605 sq. feet

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Heating

Bathtub

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King Room Balcony

2 persons

410 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

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Bathtub

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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Excellent Gym Facilities

“During my stay, I was pleased to discover a well-equipped gym that met all my fitness needs. Although there were some ventilation issues, the available equipment allowed me to maintain my workout routine, which I appreciate while traveling.” view full review

Delicious Poolside Treats

“One of my favorite aspects of the hotel was the food and drinks available by the poolside. The cocktails and flatbreads were unexpectedly delicious, turning my relaxation time into a good dining experience.” view full review

Stylish Room Design

“My room was beautifully designed with a comfy living area and a well-thought-out workspace. The room was chic and made for a perfect retreat after a day of exploring the city.” view full review

Well-Designed Bathrooms

“The bathrooms in my room featured modern fittings and were well-thought-out. I particularly enjoyed the spacious double shower, which added a touch of luxury to my stay.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Yoga class
Fishing

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Outdoor dining area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Alma San Diego Downtown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Location

1047 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

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1047 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

City landmarks

Museum

USS Midway Museum

1.0 mi

Zoo

San Diego Zoo

1.4 mi

Mall

Seaport Village

1.1 mi

Landmark

Petco Park

5000 ft

Museum

Maritime Museum of San Diego

1.1 mi

Convention Centre

San Diego Convention Center

3900 ft

Museum

The New Children's Museum

3400 ft

Museum

San Diego Air & Space Museum

1.4 mi

Museum

San Diego Museum of Man

1.5 mi

Museum

San Diego Natural History Museum

1.3 mi

Monument

Little Italy

4700 ft

Museum

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum

2100 ft

Landmark

U.S.S. San Diego Memorial

2300 ft

Museum

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

2600 ft

Train Station

Santa Fe Depot

3000 ft

Museum

San Diego Firehouse Museum

3100 ft

Mall

The Headquarters at Seaport

3700 ft

Landmark

Bub's at the Ballpark

2700 ft

Landmark

The Unconditional Surrender

1.1 mi

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art

3000 ft

Library

San Diego Central Library

3300 ft

Landmark

National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military

5000 ft

Museum

San Diego Automotive Museum

1.3 mi

Park

Embarcadero Marina Park South

1.0 mi

Landmark

California Tower

1.5 mi

Nearby

Mall

Westfield Horton Plaza

1600 ft

Mall

Horton Plaza Park

1600 ft

Church

St. Joseph Cathedral

1700 ft

Cabrillo Bridge

1700 ft

Garnet Street

1700 ft

Restaurants

Curadero

0 ft

1047 5th Ave #100

Crab Hut

300 ft

1007 5th Ave Apt 101

Urban India

600 ft

750 5th Ave

Biga San Diego

500 ft

950 6th Ave Suite C

Resident Brewing

500 ft

1065 4th Ave

Rei Do Gado Brazilian Steak House

800 ft

939 4th Ave

The Beer Company

600 ft

602 Broadway

Gaslamp Fish House

400 ft

411 Broadway

Full Moon Sushi & Kitchen Bar

500 ft

926 5th Ave

Stout Public House

700 ft

1125 6th Ave

Getting around

City Centre

San Diego16 min · 4300 ft

Airports

San Diego International Airport (SAN)8 min · 3.0 mi

El Cajon (CJN)38 min · 15.5 mi

Train

Santa Fe Depot11 min · 3000 ft

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 400 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site at USD 65 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$20 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:

2008

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

211

Former name

Palomar San Diego/San Diego Palomar

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Alma San Diego Downtown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 592 verified reviews

8.4/10

Great

81%

Recommend

Breakfast

6.7/10

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Comfort

8.8/10

Facilities

8.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.8/10

Location

8.3/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Staff

8.8/10

Value for money

8.1/10

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