Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Tribute Portfolio
9 (1017 reviews)
1047 Fifth Avenue , San Diego , us
+1 619-515-3000

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Good location
Responsive staff
Nice room quality
Great amenities
Excellent food quality
Cons:
Lack of attention to detail in cleanliness
Sketchy area outside the hotel

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
The cleanliness was noted to lack attention to detail.
Service
9.55
Staff were responsive and accommodating throughout various experiences.
Location
9.09
The location was described as very good.
Room Quality
9.04
The room quality was praised in terms of comfort and amenities.
Amenities
9.07
Amenities provided, such as upgraded rooms and food services, were well-received.
Value for Money
9.03
Guests felt that the hotel offered good value for elite status.
Food and Beverage
9.08
Full breakfast and good beverage service contributed positively.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall, guests had a positive experience despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:13

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Indulge in a stay at our hotel where every guestroom is thoughtfully designed with a spacious work area, gourmet honor bar, and Italian Frette linen. Unwind with a yoga mat and luxury bath amenities provided for your relaxation.

Convenient Location

Explore the vibrant Gaslamp district just a short walk away, or visit iconic attractions like Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo located nearby. With Petco Park and the airport within easy reach, your stay with us promises both convenience and excitement.

Exceptional Dining Experience

Savor exquisite dining options at The Desmond, open for dinner on select days, and The Cafe, serving daily delights in the hotel's cozy Living Room. Delight your taste buds with our culinary offerings during your stay.

Book your stay now at Kimpton Alma San Diego for a memorable and luxurious experience.

Important information:

Valet parking is available for an additional charge of USD 70 per day.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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

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Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1017 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 9.07
Value for Money: 9.03
Food and Beverage: 9.08
Overall Experience: 9.05
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nazanin • couple • us
9
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Phaedra • couple • us
7
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Inês • couple • pt
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Cosimo • extended_group • it
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
8
Pros:

Loved the room with the small balcony. Spacious, well decorated. Loved that the TV connected to phone via bluetooth for music.

Cons:

AC was not quite working fully. Never quite got as cool as thermostat setting. Food at the restaurant was okay, not great.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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GreatSleep • Business
10
Wonderful Stay and Staff
Pros:

This boutique hotel is a hidden gem. It is in walking distance to the Convention Center and the shoreline. One of the most pleasant portfolio rooms in which I have ever stayed. The breakfast was amazing and included as part of my Marriott status. Any asssitance needed was just a minute away.

2026-08-08 • via Tripadvisor
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Lars • extended_group • dk
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • us
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Philippe • couple • ch
8
Bon établissement à San Diego dans une rue animée.
Pros:

Situation centrale pour visiter San Diego

Cons:

Bar de la piscine fermé.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Adolph • solo_traveller • us
5
Would not stay or recommend
Pros:

Clean nice room

Cons:

No hot water,
Poor check in,
Room not ready at 4pm

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Savannah • couple • us
10
amazing trip would stay again
Pros:

beautiful hotel, friendly staff, great customer service, overall a 10000/10!!!!

Cons:

my room was pretty hot inside when we checked in and it wasn’t cooling down as fast so we asked for a maintenance check and for a fan as well

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • us
5
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Colin • extended_group • gb
10
Well worth a visit for a downtown experience
Pros:

Great hotel in an awesome location. Buzzing city centre at the weekend with plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from. Just a short walk the baseball stadium.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Rami Joseph • couple • us
1
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Estefani • couple • us
6
Pros:

Location and cleanliness

Cons:

The lighting and the air conditioning in the room was terrible. I wish I would've known about it before booking. Was hot all night for 2 nights. Need to get ready before the sun goes down there is 1 small light in the rest room.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Littenberg • couple • us
10
Definitely coming back here next time we’re in San Diego!
Pros:

Upgrade was worth it! Super comfy bed and loved the tub!

Cons:

Area was a little noisy, but that can’t be helped considering area.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Holifield-Butler • couple • us
8
Would be a good place if not for the deceptive statement of available parking as if their is free parking and booking an
Cons:

The property is downtown next to the house of blues, a music venue. That should be discussed. Also, the claim of available parking is deceitful and manipulative because they only offer valet parking at a premium $70 a night. They don’t have free parking for their guests

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Tricia • extended_group • us
10
The whole family felt comfortable and loved the hotel.
Pros:

The location is exactly what we wanted, the facilities were clean and comfortable. The staff were superb - very friendly and responsive

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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christaJC503 • Family • Shelton, Washington
10
BEST STAY EVER!!!
Pros:

What can we say about our stay at The Alma, except that is was exceptional! Upon arriving, we were met with a lovely charcuterie plate and treats in our room set up by Ana & Lena, who had also upgraded us to a suite (with a Nespresso machine??? Yesss!). The front desk staff were always friendly, including Jorge, Tre, Axel, and, we’re not biased, but Grace is the best (haha, she’s our daughter). Kudos to Ericka for the fabulous coffee and thrift store recs (that we ran out of time for sadly). Miriam did an amazing job keeping our room fresh, she even folded my son’s pj bottoms. 😂 All in all, y’all made our stay memorable in the best way. We can’t wait to book a return!

2026-07-11 • via Tripadvisor
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Marie • couple • us
9
Great location, comfortable stay, and friendly staff. I would happily stay here again.
Pros:

The hotel was clean, and comfortable. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the location was excellent with easy access to downtown attractions, restaurants, and transportation. The bed was very comfortable, and I had a pleasant stay overall.

Cons:

My only suggestion would be to add a mini microwave in the rooms.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee