Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Hotels
8.1 (1541 reviews)
830 6th Avenue , San Diego , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Charming decor
Warm and welcoming staff
Centrally located
Cons:
Noisy room
Expensive for average service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Rooms are stated to be spotless, though there were minor issues reported.
Service
8.31
Staff members are described as warm and welcoming; assistance with requests was noted.
Location
8.85
Hotel is centrally located in Gaslamp district, close to the marina and various attractions.
Room Quality
8
Rooms feature charming French decor and comfortable furnishings, but some noise issues were mentioned.
Amenities
7.83
Rooftop bar and restaurant received mixed reviews; some programs were unavailable.
Value for Money
7.29
Considered expensive for the average experience; reception had difficulties helping with pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Restaurant received praise for its French cuisine and quality service.
Overall Experience
8.31
Overall stay was described positively, though some aspects could improve.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:07

Property Description

Prime Location in San Diego

Located in the heart of San Diego, Palihotel San Diego offers convenience and comfort for your stay. Just a short distance from major attractions like the San Diego Convention Center and Amtrak Station, this 3-star hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Modern Amenities

Enjoy modern amenities such as free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and stylishly furnished rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and safety deposit boxes. Relax in comfort with quality bed linen provided in every room.

Dining and Entertainment

Indulge in a culinary experience at the on-site restaurant serving American and French cuisine, or unwind with a refreshing cocktail at the hotel bar. Whether you're exploring the nearby museums or heading to the airport, Palihotel San Diego ensures a memorable stay.

Ready to experience the best of San Diego? Book your stay at Palihotel San Diego now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1541 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 8.31
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 7.83
Value for Money: 7.29
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 8.31
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Nathalee couple gb
10
Delightful
Pros:

The location is brilliant
The staff were so friendly
The decor is very chic
And rooftop is a great spot

Cons:

The elevator is nice and I loved history behind however there was only one working and it was very very slow
We were only on floor 4 but good luck if your higher up

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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marzia couple it
1
Orrendo
Pros:

Nulla

Cons:

Tutto pessimo.

Partiamo dalla posizione: è vero che l’hotel si trova in una zona centrale, ma all’esterno c’erano moltissime persone senza fissa dimora e ho avuto paura a uscire dall’hotel senza l’auto.

Per quanto riguarda la struttura, ci sono soltanto due ascensori: uno era già fuori servizio, mentre l’altro, essendo molto vecchio, non mi dava alcuna sicurezza. Alla fine si è rotto anche quello. Mi sono ritrovata quindi a dover fare sei piani a piedi con la valigia, perché l’ascensore era nuovamente bloccato.

La stanza era davvero pessima: senza finestre, piccolissima e praticamente invivibile con le valigie, tanto che non c’era quasi spazio per muoversi. Anche la vasca da bagno era un problema: l’acqua non defluiva correttamente e la vasca si allagava completamente durante la doccia. In pratica, facevi la doccia in un lago.

Infine, parliamo dello staff. La ragazza alla reception al momento del check-out è stata maleducata e poco professionale. Le ho fatto presente che avevo appena percorso sei piani a piedi con la valigia perché l’ascensore era nuovamente fuori servizio e, invece di scusarsi o mostrare un minimo di comprensione, mi ha semplicemente detto: “YOU HAVE TO GO”.

A quel punto sono stata io a congedarla, perché evidentemente non aveva intenzione di farlo in maniera educata.

Un’esperienza davvero pessima e assolutamente da dimenticare. Non consiglio questa struttura.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Federica family_with_children it
9
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Meredith couple us
10
Pros:

Fun unique hotel with great service and decor. Comfortable beds and attention to detail in every area. The rooftop bar is charming and has the absolute best views of the city. If you like a historic but elegant hotel, this is your place.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Mariana solo_traveller br
6
Pros:

Quarto pequeno mas confortável, bem completo.

Cons:

O hotel precisa de manutenção. Há apenas um elevador em funcionamento, que é muito antigo e extremamente demorado. Como os quartos ficam em andares altos, você acaba dependendo dele e pode esperar bastante tempo.

Também não gostei da localização. Pela manhã, havia pouquíssimas pessoas circulando pelas ruas ao redor, e não me senti segura caminhando pela região.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Elie couple us
1
Awful. Couldn’t sleep at night clubs bars all around
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

1.location
2. Noises all night

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Alan solo_traveller us
6
Cons:

the elevators were atrocious. very hard to get luggage and stroller through making it very uncomfortable

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
D
Damien couple au
7
Won’t stay here again
Pros:

The bar staff were very helpful and hospitality. The building itself if beautiful and the rooftop was a nice experience

Cons:

The service was pretty poor and no one seemed to know what was going on. They made us feel like we were asking dumb questions. Only one elevator was working so it was very slow getting up and down from our room and our air con would stop working frequently unless I reset it at the wall. The hot water took a long time to heat up and even when it did the shower pressure was very low. We’ve stayed at the pali hotel in other locations and found this one to be the most disappointing experience.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
8
Good for Gaslamp and Petco Park stays.
Pros:

In the heart of the Gaslamp. Rooftop bar.

Cons:

Elevator. The first ride is fun. After that it’s very slow. There is only one functioning elevator. Ask for a lower floor so you can take the stairs.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
D
Daniele solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

La stanza, e la pulizia

Cons:

La stanza era senza finestra

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Ric couple us
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Amber couple us
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Cem family_with_children us
4
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Tina couple us
9
This is a charming hotel in a great location.
Pros:

Palihotel is in a great location. There are several restaurants and bars very close by. The waterfront area including Seaport Village, and the Maritime Museums are all a short walk from the hotel. The hotel is decorated beautifully. There is a restaurant and full bar attached to the hotel, as well as a rooftop bar.

Cons:

As was noted on reviews that I read, the room was very small, but it didn't bother me at all. Also, this is a very old property and when I was there, only 1 of 2 elevators was operating and it was very slow and tiny.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
D
Danielle couple us
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Bart solo_traveller us
7
Great for a short stay in Gaslamp
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Small room with a tiny window

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Terry solo_traveller us
10
Great space, will definitely visit again!
Pros:

Location, "boutique feel" of the hotel, room, staff.

Cons:

$65 for valet parking seems a bit excessive. I understand it is downtown, but $65??

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
C
Caroline couple us
7
Very adorable and a fun experience other than the noise at night!
Pros:

The hotel was absolutely adorable and had so many cute details. I also loved the attached rooftop bar.

Cons:

It was extremely loud at night. There wasn’t great insulation from the downtown noises which made it hard to sleep. The AC also did not work well.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Seda couple us
8
It was a convenient place to stay for a weekend business trip where I brought my family along.
Pros:

The location was good.

Cons:

The noise from outside which was understandable for a downtown hotel.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Rico couple us
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee