Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Tribute Portfolio
9 (937 reviews)
1047 Fifth Avenue , San Diego , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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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 7 days a week/24 hours a day for $65 per day. $35 ($39.44 inclusive of tax)
Daily Destination Fee-
Includes:
Daily $35 food and beverage credit
Daily bike rental for up to two guests
Daily glass of house wine for up to two guests
Daily Enhanced High-speed internet access (Wi-Fi)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.

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.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 60 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

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 937 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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Tameka's Taxes • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Takur • solo_traveller • us
10
Great people, great amenities, and clean environment! Being able to get get 20 a day for food was amazing! I had a great
Pros:

Amazing!!!!

Cons:

Very clean and well kept.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Karapet • couple • us
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • us
10
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
8
Pros:

The bed was extremely comfortable

Cons:

Microwave not in the room, no shower door

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Juan José • couple • us
10
Pros:

The staff was really polite

Cons:

Location because of the train noises

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Oluwasefunmi • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Gisele • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jocelyn • couple • us
10
Me and my wife loved our stay.
Pros:

Friendly staff. Breakfast and beverage credit. Fee wine voucher. Accessible across the street parking. Clean and modern. Nice balcony.

Cons:

I wish there was an ice machine on the room floors. This is not a complaint bc I called front desk to ask where an ice machine was located and they advised that they are a per request facility and I was quickly provided with a generous amount of ice.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Amber • couple • us
10
Will definitely stay again, definitely recommend
Pros:

The decor and vibe of the hotel was wonderful - did not feel like you were in a "standard" hotel room. Loved the extra drink and breakfast credits. Great location. Staff went above and beyond and left a special anniversary welcome in our room.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nitzsche • couple • us
3
Unremarkable.
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

Housekeeping. Poorly designed/small room.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • couple • us
10
Pros:

The room was spacious and comfortable. We had no issues with noise, light, or temperature. Overall, it was a great place for our one-night-stay.

Cons:

I do believe we got a queen room although I booked a king. If there is a cost difference, I would hope that was adjusted? I did ask for early check-in which was kindly given and we were fine to take the smaller room. Thank you.

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
10
2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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X7506JQkatied • Couples
10
Staff rocks!
Pros:

Sophia helped us with restaurant recommendations and graciously upgraded our room when the first one didn’t work for us. She made our trip SO much better and we’ll be staying here anytime we come to San Diego now

2026-01-05 • via Tripadvisor
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Deniz • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great stay in downtown SD
Pros:

Good location in downtown SD. Clean and spacious room. Descent gym. Breakfast options were OK, but service was a bit slow some days.

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Gwen • couple • ca
9
It was short but the staff was very friendly and helpful and location very convenient
Pros:

Quaint and great location

Cons:

NA

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • extended_group • ch
9
Gut für 1 Nacht.
Pros:

Die Lage und das Zimmer waren sehr gut.

Cons:

Den Mitarbeitern fehlt es an Attention to Detail beim putzen. Das Zimmer wird tagsüber nicht gewartet und gepflegt.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Britt • couple • us
8
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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krystiew2026 • Business
10
Well-supported company event with responsive staff
Pros:

We worked with the hotel team while hosting a company event and had a positive overall experience. Yvette was very patient and responsive throughout planning and coordination, as well as with on-site support, while Paula was flexible with rooming list updates.

Rooms were clean, and the mezzanine space was a great place to gather. Catering and on-site teams were responsive and attentive. Luis from the AV team also offered a helpful suggestion that meaningfully improved our event setup.

Overall, the team was responsive and collaborative, helping the event run smoothly from planning through execution.

2026-01-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Leslie • couple • us
8
2025-12-30 • via Nuitee