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About the Hotel

311 Island Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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The 4-star Horton Grand Hotel sits in the heart of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter, featuring 23000 square feet of event space and a ballroom accommodating up to 240 people. This pet-friendly property combines Victorian architecture with modern amenities, including a 24-hour pantry and brand new fitness center.

Victorian Rooms and Suites

The Horton Grand features rooms with Victorian-style furnishings, marble-framed gas fireplaces, and ceiling fans. Premier Suites offer 55-inch HDTVs, Nespresso machines, kitchenettes, and balconies overlooking either the New Orleans courtyard or city views.

Restaurant with Entertainment

Salt & Whiskey restaurant operates Monday through Friday 4PM-10PM and weekends 1PM-10PM, offering live local entertainment Thursday through Saturday evenings.

Fitness and Accessibility

The fitness facility operates 5AM-10PM with treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, and kettlebells. ADA-accessible features include 32-inch doorways, roll-in showers, and lowered vanity sinks.

Downtown Convenience Location

The Horton Grand stands four blocks from Petco Park and walking distance to San Diego Convention Center. The property offers valet parking at $59 daily with unlimited access.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard King Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
2 Queen Beds
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
1 King Bed Balcony
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Queen Room Disability Access
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap 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

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • 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 Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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311 Island Avenue, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
Nearby
Museum
The New Children's Museum
1100 ft
Mall
Westfield Horton Plaza
1600 ft
Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
300 ft
Museum
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
400 ft
Harbor Drive & G Street
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
1100 ft
Mall
Horton Plaza Park
1700 ft
715 J St
Bub's at the Ballpark
1300 ft
Night club
FLUXX Nightclub
200 ft
435 Fifth Ave
Oxford Social Club
600 ft
Restaurants
The Dubliner
400 ft
554 Fourth Ave
Las Hadas Grill
400 ft
558 4th Ave
The Lazy Hippo
500 ft
416 3rd Ave
The Whiskey House
500 ft
420 3rd Ave Between Island Avenue & J St in East Village
Tabac
400 ft
589 3rd Ave
The Field Irish Pub
700 ft
544 Fifth Avenue
Royal India
600 ft
329 Market St
Market St. Bar & Grill
700 ft
329 Market St
Searsucker
900 ft
611 5th Ave
Blarney Stone Pub
400 ft
502 5th Ave
Getting around
City Centre
San Diego24 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
San Diego International Airport (SAN)8 min  ·  3.3 mi
El Cajon (CJN)37 min  ·  15.2 mi
Train
Santa Fe Depot14 min  ·  3700 ft
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 1704 reviews
Thomas
United Kingdom, January  2025
7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On one hand, the unique historical ambiance and comfortable beds made for a cozy stay. On the other hand, the noise levels were quite disruptive, especially from other rooms and events in the bar area. The location is fantastic with easy access to attractions, but the parking situation was a bit complicated and costly.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were comfy but had noise issues due to creaky floors and sounds from adjacent rooms. The decor felt slightly dated.
Service
7.0
The staff was generally helpful, especially when addressing my concerns about the noise; however, they weren't able to offer a discount for my troubles.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, especially for nightlife and other San Diego attractions; it was easy to get around.
Dining
7.0
Dining options were decent, with good value during breakfast, though some meals were unavailable at certain times.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were aesthetically pleasing but could benefit from updates, especially in quieter areas.
Laura
United States, December  2024
8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at the Horton Grand Hotel, which combines historic charm with fantastic convenience in the Gaslamp Quarter. The rooms I saw were comfortable and well-appointed, making for a pleasant experience. However, I did experience some noise at night due to nearby nightlife, and while the dining options were good, there's room for more variety. All in all, it's a delightful place to explore San Diego from.

Rooms
8.0
The room I stayed in was comfortable, featuring a couch and a small kitchen area, although the lack of a cozy chair for relaxation was disappointing.
Service
7.0
The service was polite, but I found it somewhat lacking in warmth during my check-in and other interactions.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, right in the heart of the Gaslamp District, making it easy to explore San Diego and access attractions.
Dining
7.0
The food was delicious and fairly priced, although I'd love to see more options available.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had a charming vintage bar, but with limited hours, I couldn't fully enjoy its extensive whiskey selection.
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 59 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2011
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
132
Former name
The Horton Grand Hotel and Suites

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