Cosmopolitan Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (448 reviews)
2660 Calhoun Street , San Diego , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historic ambiance
Comfortable beds
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Check-in process difficulties
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Some concerns mentioned about the experience upon arrival, impacting initial perception.
Service
9.1
General praise for the manager Dee and the warm welcoming experience.
Location
9.64
Excellent location in Old Town, close to transportation and attractions.
Room Quality
8.59
Comfortable bed and clean rooms, but decor is historically styled which may not suit everyone.
Amenities
8.62
Modest breakfast offerings but generally good amenities for the price.
Value for Money
8.58
Good value considering location and historical experience.
Food and Beverage
8.63
Breakfast was well-received, though limited options.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall great experience marred only by the initial check-in issue.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 17:21

Property Description

Victorian Elegance and Modern Comforts

Step back in time at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, housed in a historic building from 1869 in Old Town San Diego. Each room is elegantly furnished in Victorian style, offering a unique blend of history and modern comfort. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, period decorations, and scenic views from your balcony or patio.

Delicious Dining and Convenient Location

Indulge in American and Mexican-inspired cuisine at the full-service restaurant and bar open 7 days a week. With Sea World just 4 miles away and the San Diego Zoo a short drive, the hotel's location is perfect for exploring the city. Plus, being only 100 yards from the San Diego Trolley, getting around is a breeze.

Unwind and Explore in Style

Immerse yourself in the charm of Old Town San Diego at Cosmopolitan Hotel. Book now to experience a perfect blend of historic elegance and modern convenience.

Important information:

The reception is closes at 21:00 hours.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the Cosmopolitan Hotel in advance.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 17 years old stay for US$45 per person per night when using an existing 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

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 448 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 8.63
Overall Experience: 9.1
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toni couple us
7
Wouldn’t stay again
Pros:

it was quiet

Cons:

it looked old and dingy. Beds uncomfortable.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Mete solo_traveller mv
9
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Glorae solo_traveller us
9
Amazing stay
Pros:

Loved the location and the history of the building and all the spooky tales. Room was cute and clean, staff was so friendly.

Cons:

My only complaint has to be the bed, it wasn't that comfortable. Although, I appreciate the plastic around the mattress, the bed itself wasn't very comfortable.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Lawrence solo_traveller us
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Sandra solo_traveller us
5
I won't stay there again.
Pros:

Great location for train/bus travelers because it is just across the street from a major transit hub. The Old Town Park was very nice, lots of things to do and see. The room itself was fine.

Cons:

The breakfast was pretty much non-existent; just chocolate chip scones, mini croissants, coffee and tea. The least they could have added was cereal! How about some fruit? There is NO cleaning while you have the room, NO ONE comes to make the bed, refresh towels, etc. Checking in is confusing because there is NO ONE at the hotel, you have to call the number on the sign outside to get checked in. This is something that you should know BEFORE you reserve a room. Also, be aware that the park is very close to the I5 freeway and therefore noisy late into the night.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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J D Patton couple gb
9
Lovely Old Hotel in the centre of Old Town
Pros:

Beautiful room. Quirky Hotel. Right in the centre of Old Town.
Free Car Parking. Great view over the park. Feels secluded even tho there's lots of shops and restaurants nearby.
Felt like we were the only ones in the Hotel.

Cons:

No TV in Room.
Hotel was closed but one phone call and staff arrived to get us all set up.
Breakfast was self service and minimal but still very tasty,

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Dave couple us
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Joseph solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

Historic rooms.

Cons:

The hotel is understaffed. When I arrived there at 3pm there was nobody there. I had to call a number and leave a voice mail. The hotel did not inform me of this strange practice ahead of time. After checking in, it feels awkward being the only person in this large historic building.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Tabitha couple us
10
Beautiful historic hotel
Pros:

This hotel is so beautiful and well maintained for being a historical site! I absolutely loved the courtyard area with the sitting area and gorgeous plants. Everything was nice and clean. The hotel was quiet and peaceful. Just the vibe of the hotel alone was magical.
Our bed was comfortable. The staff were great and check-in and out was very simple and fast.

Cons:

The parking situation was difficult when we arrived for check-in. The listing said it included free parking but we had to keep circling around the small parking lot to snag a spot. It seemed all the tourists have access to the same parking lot. I wish they had their own separate parking for guests only.
Also, I didn't find any drinking water available in the hotel during the night.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Byron solo_traveller us
9
A hotel in the grand, old style in an unexpected place
Pros:

I only stayed at the Cosmopolitan Hotel for one night, but I enjoyed my time there. It has a unique theme a decor. Moreover, though I arrived after normal check-in time, the staff arranged a creative work-around to assist me.

Cons:

Some of the furnishings did show obvious wear-- not enough to make them less useful, but enough to be noticeable.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Steven solo_traveller us
8
Cons:

The location was difficult to find using Google maps because the property is not located on a specific road.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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MartinHm couple de
8
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Theresa solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

Location and courtyard

Cons:

Difficulty contacting staff on arrival

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Steven couple us
10
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Lilian solo_traveller br
10
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Henri solo_traveller nl
7
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Jason solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Very clean very good breakfast also great place definitely will be going back

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Sybille couple de
9
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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EVGENY solo_traveller it
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

I arrived at the hotel around 7:00 PM, and it was closed, even though check-in time was until 9:00 PM. I called the phone number on the door, but no one answered (voicemail). I spent about 20 minutes walking around and knocking on doors, but the only attention I got was from park security.

It started raining, and I was forced to leave and look for another hotel.

At 11:00 PM, the manager sent me self check-in instructions, but at that point they were no longer useful.

The next morning at 9:00 AM, I came back again and spoke to a cleaner, who said the manager was not there and she could not help.

The hotel refused to issue a refund via Booking.com, so I will have to dispute this as fraud.

Thank you for this great experience upon arrival in San Diego.

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Constanze solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Sehr gut. Ein historisches Erlebnis.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee