Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown

Hotels
Hampton Inn
7.8 (2722 reviews)
1531 Pacific Highway , San Diego , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 40 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 2722 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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Tamires Fernanda couple us
9
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Steffen solo_traveller de
7
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Eddie extended_group us
10
Pros:

Amazing breakfast, friendly staff. Great location. Room was spacious and clean.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Ruth extended_group us
6
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

Too loud didn't realize it's by train station

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Alberto family_with_children mx
8
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Tiempos muy limitados para el desayuno y comedor muy lleno

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Boyd couple us
8
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Frances solo_traveller mx
5
The checkin was friendly and straight forward. BUT my early departure was a disaster. No promised wake up call, no sta
Pros:

The location was good for its proximity to the airport. The signage is really poor. I wouldn’t have found it if the wind hadn’t blown the small Hampton Inn flag open to reveal the name.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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B solo_traveller us
7
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Turabov family_with_children us
10
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
10
Great location in front of the Star of India.
Pros:

Completely redone inside. Very nice and new rooms.

Cons:

Elevator floor was not yet redone.

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Zelma couple us
6
Other than the location and staff, it was mediocre.
Pros:

Location was great. Staff was wonderful.

Cons:

Facilities were outdated. I paid for a room with partial view of the water, I received a view of buildings.

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
solo_traveller mx
8
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Alicia couple us
7
My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating our 40th Wedding Anniversary, we’d go back.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent, a good variety to choose from, ample sitting area for the morning crowd. The only suggestion would be maybe a second waffle maker, because the wait line for that was too long, so I wasn’t able to enjoy one. Room was clean. As far as location, it was perfect. Walking distance to Little Italy, the waterfront, and plenty of restaurants to choose from. We used the Trolly to get around also which was nice too.

Cons:

The only issues we had with our room were the doors. The main door and the bathroom door. The entry door did not close on it’s own, we always had to make sure it was closed properly and once closed it still had some wiggle room, it wouldn’t have a tight close. The bathroom door would some how get stuck, I had a hard time opening it from the outside and once inside I struggled to get out.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Contessa family_with_children us
9
Our stay made it feel like a true vacation and escape from our everyday life.
Pros:

The property was great. No complaints. Great breakfast. The staff were accessible and friendly. Our room and other areas were clean and nice smelling.

Cons:

The only thing we didn’t not like was the motion light coming on when we went to the bathroom. Not sure if there was a way to temporarily turn it off.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Sandra family_with_children us
8
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Yvon couple nl
8
Prettig verblijf op perfecte locatie
Pros:

Locatie perfect. Ontbijt was goed; minder dat het allemaal plastic was; bestek, glazen borden

Cons:

Nvt

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Nelson solo_traveller us
8
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Rios family_with_children us
8
It was a good stay very close to everything
Pros:

Closeby everything

Cons:

The breakfast was okay but could be better

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Ahmed family_with_children us
9
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Roberto family_with_children it
7
2026-04-03 via Nuitee