Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown

Hotels
Hampton Inn
7.8 (2915 reviews)
1531 Pacific Highway , San Diego , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Central location
Cons:
Noise from trains
Limited parking
Issues with elevators
Construction disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.69
Cleanliness was mentioned positively but there were complaints about noise affecting the experience.
Service
8.66
Staff was mentioned as friendly and helpful, contributing to a positive service experience.
Location
7.2
Location received mixed reviews; praised for convenience but noted for noise from trains.
Room Quality
7.65
No specific room quality mentions, but noted for noise issues which affect quality perception.
Amenities
8.18
Amenities were generally acceptable but had limited gluten-free options noted.
Value for Money
7.14
Guests reported mixed feelings on value, especially with construction and noise impacting experience.
Food and Beverage
8.19
Breakfast was praised for being comprehensive but had some dietary limitations.
Overall Experience
7.66
Overall experience was mixed with some positive aspects but significant issues affecting satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-27 10:30

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just off the I-5 motorway and a short 8-minute drive from San Diego International Airport, the Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown offers easy access for travelers.

Nearby Attractions
Explore popular attractions such as the San Diego Convention Center, Gaslamp Quarter, and Little Italy, all situated close to the hotel.

Top-notch Amenities
Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast and unwind in the rooftop pool with breathtaking Bay views. Stay active in the modern fitness center during your stay.

Book your stay at the Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown now for a memorable and convenient experience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.
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

7.8
Based on 2915 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.69
Service: 8.66
Location: 7.2
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.18
Value for Money: 7.14
Food and Beverage: 8.19
Overall Experience: 7.66
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Adedayo family_with_children us
7
Not bad.
Pros:

I liked the beverages in the lobby as well as the hot breakfast. I also liked how they quickly replenished the towels.

Cons:

I did not like that Booking.com misled me to believe that Hampton Inn Downtown San Diego had a shuttle service and microwaves in the rooms.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Austyn couple us
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Diana couple ca
10
Great
Pros:

Location

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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A6505INtammyh Solo travel San Diego, California
10
Vanessa receptions is great
Pros:

Vanessa @ reception was friendly & accommodating. So nice to check in to a friendly face. Room was clean & quiet. Comfy bed. Didn’t get to enjoy the free breakfast, I checked out early. But it’s a nice amenity.
I’ll be back!

2026-08-12 via Tripadvisor
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Gregory couple fr
8
Bon hôtel à San Diego
Pros:

Localisation idéale à 5 min à pied d’une station de métro, de la rue principale de Little Italy et du waterfront.
Parking souterrain assez grand et sécurisé à 40$ par nuit.
Petit-déjeuner correct avec œufs, saucisses, pain et gaufres.
Chambres spacieuses avec machine à café et frigo. Du café et thé gratuits disponibles à la réception 24h/24.

Cons:

Chambres bruyantes (climatisation, frigo, extérieur…)
Le parking est pratique mais 40$/nuit (les parkings à San Diego sont néanmoins tous payants et chers)

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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David couple us
10
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Lisa family_with_children gb
8
Great location, modern hotel, nice little pool and games area
Pros:

Great location, one road back from the seafront and harbourside on the edge of Little Italy. Lovely modern rooms, spacious, comfy beds, nice modern bathrooms, clean. The pool area is great, the pool isnt big and is quite shallow but lovely temperature so perfect for a swim after a day exploring the city, sun all day, a few sunloungers and tables with shade, comfy seating too with poolside games (giant chess, connect 4 etc) which is open into the evening if you want somewhere to sit other than your room. Hot breakfast (pros and cons with breakfast) but pros theres a good selection of food, hot and cold. Staff are friendly and helpful throughout the hotel.

Cons:

Late checkin 4pm, we arrived a bit early at 3.40pm after a long drive and our rooms were not ready, so we sat in reception for 20 mins, then joined the checkin queue at 4pm which took ages, and our rooms still were not ready when we got to the front of the queue. Eventually they sorted it out but didnt get into our rooms until an hour after arriving. They charge $40 per night for parking which seems a lot, so when pricing up hotels add that on if you'll have a car, but you can come and go and so we did it for convenience and security. The breakfast on the first morning was a scramble, it doesnt run late enough for holiday makers so is crazy busy 8-9am (it runs 6am - 9am weekdays), long queues paper plates and plastic cutlery and hard to get a table. We learnt for the next couple of mornings and it was much quieter.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Quezada extended_group ch
6
The hotel is too spensive for what it is.
Pros:

The room was clean, but noisy because of the train.

Cons:

The staff could help with the suitcases,

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Ana Ines solo_traveller ar
1
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

La habitacion estaba al lado de las vías del tren, el ruido era insoportable todo el dia. No nos dieron la opción de cambiar de habitación y eso complico muchísimo nuestro descanso. No hay ningún tipo de ventana qué frene el ruido, con lo cual el tren se escuchaba como si estuviera en la habitacion. El estacionamiento estaba sobre vendido y era muy complejo encontrar lugar. El desayuno terminaba a las 9h y a partir de esa hora directamente cerraban las puertas al acceso a la comida. Lo cual era muy descortés para los que todavía estaban desayunando y habían llegado antes de la hora de cierre. De los 4 duas que estuvimos, uno solo limpiaron la habitacion. No volvería jamás a este hotel.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Leon couple us
10
Stunning apartment at prime location.
Pros:

Very nice modern rustic apartment. Location is prime near to all what you want to explore.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Keist couple ch
7
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt direkt an der Promenade. Die Zimmer sind sehr geräumig und es hat einen Pool sowie ein Fitnessraum. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und im Eingangsbereich wurde kostenlos kaltes Wasser zur Verfügung gestellt.

Cons:

Das Frühstücksbuffet hatte zwar viel Auswahl, aber vieles davon war nicht frisch zubereitet resp. gekauft/abgepackt (z.B. Brot, Muffins). Je mach Uhrzeit (8-10), hatte es keinen Platz mehr, weil es verhältnismässig zu viele Zimmer hat im Vergleich zur Grösse des Frühstücksraum.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Michael family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Nicole Andrea solo_traveller cl
5
Pros:

Ubicación

Cons:

Demasiado caro para lo que realmente es

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Pradeep solo_traveller in
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
M
Monge family_with_children mx
8
Agradable
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

El costo del estacionamiento

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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solocationer Solo travel Las Vegas, Nevada
8
Better than expected
Pros:

There is a 7-11 a couple of blocks away but no pharmacies nearby. There are restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance though. Honestly I was worried about staying here because of all of the reviews, but the room was fine except for two things: there was mold in the fridge that smelled horrible and the bathroom light randomly turned on all througout the night. The lady at the front desk was very nice at check-in and the housekeepers were nice as well. You can hear the trolley but if you use ear plugs or a white noise app you'll be fine.

2026-08-03 via Tripadvisor
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Rodrigo couple gt
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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vickyp450 Family United Kingdom
2
Noisy as hell, impossible to sleep
Pros:

I'm currently staying in the hotel, definitely won't be staying again, I've still got another night here
No sleep at all and I've got ear plugs! The constant noise from the train crossing, the noisy air con unit and the stupid light sensors in the room all make up for a terrible night's sleep.

Location for getting about is the only positive thing about this hotel.

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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X1647AKcodys Friends getaway
10
Vanessa is amazing!
Pros:

Vanessa at the front desk is an absolute angel! She was by herself and while I was in line multiple times with very awful guests, she maintained her composure and professionalism. She alone made our stay worthwhile. We'll be staying here again! Thank you Vanessa and all other staff working a very stressful comicon weekend well done!

2026-07-27 via Tripadvisor
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Ward solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Loved everything but the view.

Cons:

The view from the room overlooked a derelect lot full of trash and possibly a homeless encampment.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee