Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Hotels
8.1 (1552 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 1552 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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Amanda • couple • us
9
Pros:

Location and staff were great

Cons:

Room was smaller than expected next time we will get a suite

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Stappen • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Guadalupe • couple • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Castro • couple • us
8
Pros:

The aesthetic was nice but kinda small restroom and shower. Other than that it was nice and loved it.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cristiano • couple • ca
4
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Jordon • couple • us
8
Great location, interesting interior, great rooftop bar, SLOW elevator
Pros:

Great location. Cool, antique touches

Cons:

Rooms were small and the elevator …. Soooooo slow

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
Fun hotel
Pros:

The rooftop bar , the old history to the hotel

Cons:

The parking situation in downtown sd

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Canada • family_with_children • us
8
Perfect for a one night stay.
Pros:

The building’s history, decor and location. We were there for a concert down the street. The restaurant was also very good.

Cons:

One of the elevators was broken so it was slow. Lots of stairs to climb.

The room was very small and tight.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Yuji • couple • jp
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Therese • couple • us
6
Nice
Pros:

The front desk staff was very kind

Cons:

We went during the peak of summer and I know the hotel is old but it was very very hot and updated AC units are very very much needed. It was uncomfortable to sleep in the warm/hot room. The showers also need to be cleaned or updated shower heads need to be added.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

So cute. Not the normal hotel set up, really cute and nice aesthetic and amenities

Cons:

I did not like how there wasn’t parking included and it was a crazy rate for valet. It made it be inconvenient

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mar • couple • es
4
Cons:

Mucho ruido y solo funciona un ascensor

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • us
9
Fantastic Value in Boutique hotel with GREAT staff!
Pros:

Loved the boutique feel & location of the hotel. Staff were incredibly friendly & responsive! I reserved the Queen Rm (424) with handicap. I thought we would get a shower, but it was a tub/shower combo. The room was the largest of all the rooms I saw (even those w/king beds). Kimberly (Staff) was able to switch us to a room w/a shower, but it was a tighter fit. I would have stayed w/the larger room, but hubby needed the shower. Great supplies in the fridge and loved the ear plugs for the new room located overlooking 6th St. Bathrooms were beautifully renovated and the water pressure in the shower was delicious! The rooftop was an incredible addition to the property! Paul is a great bar tender! Best to go around 5pm as the sun is going down, otherwise too hot.

Cons:

There are 2 elevators, but only 1 was working. It is old fashioned with a gate, so you really need to be careful with open/closing of this elevator! They are in the process of updating them. I hope not too much as it preserves the history!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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martina • couple • ch
5
Pros:

Stile particolare

Cons:

Stanze piccolissime, addebito di parcheggio senza averci detto che era incluso (ci hanno consigliato altri posti dove parcheggiare ad un costo inferiore, per poi addebitarci il parcheggio giornaliero), rumore molte forte durante la notte del condizionatore malfunzionante, nessuna spiegazione che per rifare la camera bisognava informare la reception.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Yeyli • couple • pa
2
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Regan • couple • us
9
comfortable easy convenient weekend away
Pros:

the rooms are so cute and cozy! i loved being able to walk straight from the room to the rooftop bar and watch the sunset. the small room was the perfect size for my boyfriend and i to comfortably share and enjoy!

Cons:

one of the elevators wasn’t working so that caused somewhat of a delay going from the lobby to our room on the 11th floor. i think it was just under maintenance so it was just more inconvenient than a “dislike”

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Tina • couple • us
7
The vibe and location is a plus. This place takes the L on easy accessibility.
Pros:

The pros to this place is that it is a very good deal for being smack in the middle of Gaslamp. The room was also very clean and comfortable. I also liked the old time feel it has. The rooftop bar is very quaint!

Cons:

The cons were the elevator & accessibility to off. The elevator is a slow one. Very slow. The valet is $65 but it’s a one time pay. Lastly, they do not have ice available for you. There is no ice machine. You have to call to the front desk. Then, they can send up ice or you have to go down to get the bucket to fill it at their restaurant.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Szabo • solo_traveller • us
5
Could have been better, could have been worse.
Pros:

Clean, great location for walking to petco park.

Cons:

Smallest room I've ever seen. Like, itty bitty. If you're traveling alone, and you arent spending alot of time in your room, it will do. For teo avergae sized adults, ots onyl confrtable for ending the day there.
Slowest elevator that was also extremely small, and one was out of order putting a lot of stress of a sold put hotel over labor day weekend. If you have luggage with you, you can probably totally 3-4 people in the elevator at once and expect to wait 4-7 minutes for it to return to the lobby.
Air conditioner in room made very loud rattle noise, staff tried to fix but it would come back in the middle of the night.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Alvarez • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Charming place with a unique, boutique feel. Really friendly and accommodating staff. The place was exceptionally clean as was our room. Also, it was easily one of the best beds I've slept in. The food and coffee was fantastic. The rooftop bar was awesome! Went up there ftor drinks before going to a baseball game and the vibe there was great. Views were amazing and the music was perfect! I absolutely recommend this place!

Cons:

The only, and I mean only thing I could see was a slight negative was that their second elevator wasn't working. I'm handicapped so hiking up too many stairs is a bit of a pain so stuff like this matters. Still, only a tiny nitpick.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Imy68 • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee