The Sofia Hotel

Hotels
8 (1040 reviews)
150 West Broadway , San Diego , us
+1 619-234-9200

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Small rooms
Poor service experience

Categories

Cleanliness
7.25
Several reviews mention cleanliness positively, but inconsistencies in room conditions raised concerns.
Service
8.75
Most reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff, although a negative service experience was noted.
Location
8.75
The location is frequently highlighted as perfect and very convenient for exploring the area.
Room Quality
7.75
Room size and quality received mixed feedback; some found them cozy while others called them outdated.
Amenities
8.25
Amenities were generally appreciated, fitting for modern expectations, but specifics on features were sparse.
Value for Money
6.75
Several comments suggest that the hotel does not offer good value for the rates charged due to conditions.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Not specifically mentioned in reviews but considered standard for a hotel of this tier.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall sentiment is mixed, but positive experiences highlighted; difficult experiences weighed down complete satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 04:25

Property Description

Luxurious Downtown Hotel with Spa Services and On-Site Dining

Contemporary Guestrooms with Premium Amenities
The Sofia Hotel offers non-smoking guestrooms equipped with iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs with HBO and ESPN, and in-room spa services. Guests can enjoy complimentary Sofia bottled waters, a coffee machine, refrigerator, and microwave, as well as unlimited local and toll-free calls.

Gourmet Dining and Wellness Amenities
Indulge in delectable meals at Currant American Brasserie, offering brunch, dinner, room service, and happy hour. The hotel also features a concierge desk, 24-hour business center, and a 24-hour yoga center with exercise classes. Guests can partake in guided walking tours and explore the area on complimentary urban cruiser bicycles.

Convenient Location with Nearby Attractions
Located near the Gaslamp Quarter and Amtrak Station, The Sofia Hotel is just a short drive from San Diego Zoo and the airport. Little Italy is also within easy reach, making it a perfect choice for travelers seeking a blend of luxury and convenience.

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Important information:

Please note: There is a USD 35 per night pet fee at the property.

Please note: Guests must be a minimum of 18 years of age with a valid ID and credit card to check-in at this hotel.

Please note: Reservations of 6 or more rooms is considered a group booking and will be subject to a different cancellation policy and prepayment requirements.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • 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 12 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.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 15.85 per 24 hours.

  • Parking

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1040 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.25
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 6.75
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Andrea • solo_traveller • us
9
Pleasant
Pros:

It’s a really nice hotel and very good located

Cons:

It looked like the a/c wasn’t working. It felt humid inside.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Rafael • extended_group • br
10
Conforto, localização, excelente estadia.
Pros:

Localização excelente, quarto bem equipado e aconchegante

Cons:

Não tive pontos negativos

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Glenda • couple • us
10
Perfect in every way!
Pros:

What a treat this hotel was. It is the restored original Pickwick Hotel from the 20s! The room we had was small but was perfect for the two of us. Very modern, clean, well kept. The staff was all very helpful and genuinely friendly. We ate brunch in the restaurant, Truva (sp?), it was delicious!

Cons:

We have no complaints

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Louis • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Beatriz Adriana • solo_traveller • mx
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Gauer • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Herrera • couple • us
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • us
10
Best walking distance from restaurant
Pros:

It’s a historical building

Cons:

Nothing I loved it

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Janet • family_with_children • gb
8
Nice hotel with perfect location
Pros:

Hotel was in perfect position and room was nice and clean with good bathroom with excellent shower. Bed was also nice and comfy. Also liked the cold water station available for free. The Truvo restaurant in the lobby was also excellent.

Cons:

Air conditioning was a bit noisy and bedsheets were joined together with quilt which made it difficult to get comfortable with the temperature.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Gonzalez • couple • us
6
Adequate but probably won’t book again
Pros:

Historic older building

Cons:

The rooms were very small and cramped. Very little room for walking around each other or relaxing other than on the bed. The two chairs in the room were back to back and difficult to manipulate as there was so little space

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • family_with_children • au
9
A delightful modern very well appointed hotel. Bed of your dreams so soft. Best nights sleep you will have in ages.
Pros:

This was a delightful surprise. The rooms are very tastefully renovated. Modern bright and white. The beds are truly like pillows so soft and an absolute dream
To sleep on. Beautiful hotel. Ice and water facilities on the floors. Microwave in room. Very large safe. Worthy of more stars imo post Reno. Great central location .

Cons:

Sadly there was only one lift working of two. It was terribly slow and I was on the 7th floor. I opted to take the stairs over the extraordinary wait. They are well appointed wide and fine to tread up and down should you have little luggage. Parking felt quite exposed in parking lot behind.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Lucia • solo_traveller • sk
3
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Rodrigo • couple • ch
9
Good value and location in San Diego
Pros:

Ideally located in Downtown San Diego, this place offers good value in comparison to other similar/nearby options. The staff were kind and helpful and we even got to enjoy the small but functional gym in the hotel. The room and beds are comfortable and while it is located right in the middle of a lot of activities, it is surprisingly quite.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Kami • couple • us
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Zeev Shmelzer • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

Spacious room. Clean. Daily cleaning. Good restaurant attached with a 10% discount to guests.

Cons:

No breakfast. A bit far from the convention center.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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stacey • solo_traveller • us
8
A lovely place to stay
Pros:

The location was great, the staff was kind and I loved that it was an historic building

Cons:

Rooms were smallish

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Eric • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Jung eun • extended_group • kr
9
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • us
9
Unique historic property.
Pros:

Really well done renovations. Cool property. Close to everything. Staff was great.

Cons:

Nothing really. The lighting on various floors is intentionally dark, which was strange. The elevators are really small.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee