Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown

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Hampton Inn
7.7 (2712 reviews)
1531 Pacific Highway , San Diego , US
+1 619-233-8408

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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
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent waterfront/location near trolley/tram, cruise port and airport
Spacious, comfortable and generally clean rooms
Convenient for cruise and airport transfers
Comfortable beds and pleasant linens
Early check-in/efficient handling in some cases
Good nearby food scene and walkability
Cons:
Noise from trains/trams and poor floor sound insulation
Inconsistent staff friendliness and front desk issues
No in-room safe noted multiple times
Limited breakfast variety / simple offerings for some guests
Occasional lack of bathroom ventilation/privacy
Parking available but not free; some guests find price/value lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Multiple reviews note rooms as 'clean', 'large and clean', and that sheets smell good; one comment mentioned cleaning was not daily, but overall cleanliness is consistently positive.
Service
6.8
Service is mixed: several guests praise efficient or friendly staff and early check-in help, but multiple comments report unfriendly front desk staff and poor responsiveness (requests not fulfilled).
Location
9.2
Location is repeatedly highlighted as excellent—waterfront, close to trolley/tram, cruise port and airport—making it the hotel's strongest attribute.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms are described as spacious and comfortable with good beds, but some guests report noise from trains/poor floor isolation, noisy air conditioning, and limited bathroom ventilation/privacy issues.
Amenities
6.8
Amenities show gaps: lack of in-room safe noted several times, parking is available but not free, limited in-room charging points, and privacy issues with pool/windows; some standard amenities are present but imperfect.
Value for Money
7.3
Mixed value perception: several guests call it reasonable for a pre-cruise stay, while others find it expensive relative to issues like noise or service shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast receives mixed feedback — some call it great or excellent, others note limited variety and simple offerings that may not meet all expectations.
Overall Experience
8.1
Overall impressions are positive due to excellent location, clean and spacious rooms, and convenience for cruise/airport; however train noise and occasional service problems temper some stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:12

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

7.7
Based on 2712 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 6.8
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 6.8
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 8.1
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Claudia • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Perfekte Lage direkt an der Waterfront. Metro vor der Tür. Großes komfortables Zimmer.

Cons:

Kleiner Abzug, da kein Safe vorhanden. Frühstück gab es nur bis 9:00 Uhr

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Uros • family_with_children • si
10
Super lokacija za San Diego.
Pros:

Vse super.

Cons:

Manjka sef v sobi.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Alfredo • family_with_children • mx
8
Gracias
Pros:

La cama esta muy comoda

Cons:

Todo estuvo muy bien

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • se
4
Could have been a 10.
Pros:

A really good hotel and location close to the sea.

Cons:

The trains kept us awake most nights, also bad isolation between floors.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Silvia Cristina • family_with_children • co
8
Pros:

Excelente ubicacion

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Keith • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Péter • couple • hu
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Burçak • family_with_children • tr
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Ricky • solo_traveller • us
8
Large clean room. Walk-able food scene. Short ride to the Airport.
Pros:

Room was very spacious and clean. Was able to walk to an area with a lot of food options. Fairly close to the airport which was a very short ride there.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Lizbeth • family_with_children • mx
8
Pros:

las sabanas y fundas de la cama huelen muy bien

Cons:

desayuno muy simple, poca variedad. la limpieza al cuarto, según nos dijeron y nuestra experiencia no es diario., nuestra vista , ventana, muy fea, y no hay extractor de mal olor ni ventilación en el baño de la habitación

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • us
7
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Antonis • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Chessine • couple • us
8
Pros:

Gr eat place to stay for one night near the airport

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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worldtraveller1960 • couple • cl
9
Grato hotel para conocer San Diego
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Artur • couple • ee
8
Pros:

The hotel is conveniently located near the bay and within walking distance of Seaport Village. The room was large and spacious. Breakfast offered a typical American selection, although the variety and quality might not fully meet the expectations of European travelers. It was convenient to have a parking garage inside the hotel building, although parking was not free.

The biggest downside is the railway and tram crossing right outside the hotel windows. If your room faces the railway tracks, be prepared for some noise, as passing trains and trams can be disruptive.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Mike • family_with_children • ca
9
Pros:

Location. Breakfast was great.

Cons:

Expensive

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Amir • couple • il
9
Pros:

מיקום טוב ארוחת בוקר מצויינת וכשרה !!!

Cons:

בריכה בחלון של החדר ללא פרטיות

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Aygline • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • us
10
Pros:

Great location, great room, super clean!

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jordan • couple • us
10
Great place to stay for a reasonable price.
Pros:

Good location right next to trolley and bus stop. Great restaurants in the area as well.

Cons:

Train passes behind property can be a little loud.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee