Horton Grand Hotel, San Diego - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

The 4-star Horton Grand Hotel, nestled in San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter District, offers Victorian-era elegance with 23000 square feet of event space including a 240-person ballroom. The property features gas fireplaces, antique furnishings, and welcomes pets for $75 per stay.

Victorian-Style Luxury Rooms

Guest rooms at the Horton Grand showcase marble-framed gas fireplaces and handcrafted Victorian furnishings. Accommodations include balconies offering courtyard or cityscape views, 55-inch HDTVs, and Nespresso machines in renovated Premier Suites.

Restaurant With Entertainment

Salt & Whiskey restaurant provides live entertainment Thursday through Saturday evenings. The venue operates Monday to Friday 4PM-10PM and weekends 1PM-10PM, with brunch served 10AM-1PM.

Modern Fitness Facilities

The brand-new fitness center operates 5AM-10PM, equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, and free weights. The Horton Grand's business center offers 24-hour access with complimentary printing.

Central Gaslamp Location

Located four blocks from Petco Park and the Padres' home stadium. The property sits within 16 blocks of Victorian architecture, with the San Diego Trolley stop directly outside.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard King Room

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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2 Queen Beds

Max:

4 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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1 King Bed Balcony

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

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Coffee machine

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

San Diego 2.0 km

Airports

San Diego International (SAN) 5.3 km

El Cajon (CJN) 24.5 km

Train

Santa Fe Depot 1.1 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Charming Unique Rooms

“My room had a good window bay that overlooked the serene courtyard, adding a lovely touch to my stay.” view full review

Live Music Dining

“Dining at the Salt and Whiskey restaurant was enjoyable, especially with live music enhancing the evening ambiance.” view full review

Cozy Bathroom Vibe

“The bathroom fixtures had a nice period feel and everything functioned perfectly, making it a comfortable space.” view full review

Relaxing Courtyard

“The courtyard was an oasis with lush trees, providing a tranquil escape whether sitting inside or overlooking it from my room.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

Map view

311 Island Ave, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

City landmarks

Museum

USS Midway Museum

1.7 km

Zoo

San Diego Zoo

2.9 km

Mall

Seaport Village

1.1 km

100 Park Blvd

Petco Park

980 m

Convention Centre

San Diego Convention Center

610 m

Museum

Maritime Museum of San Diego

2.1 km

Bridge

Coronado Bridge

2.5 km

Mall

The Headquarters at Seaport

810 m

Park

Embarcadero Marina Park South

1.1 km

Tuna Harbor Park G St and N Harbor Dr

The Unconditional Surrender

1.5 km

Train Station

Santa Fe Depot

1.0 km

Library

San Diego Central Library

700 m

Cabrillo Bridge

790 m

Museum

San Diego Air & Space Museum

3.1 km

Garnet Street

790 m

Church

St. Joseph Cathedral

1.2 km

Tuna Harbor Park

National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military

1.3 km

700 N. Harbor Drive Tuna Harbor Park

The Homecoming Statue

1.3 km

Museum

San Diego Firehouse Museum

1.4 km

Monument

Little Italy

2.0 km

Nearby

Museum

The New Children's Museum

330 m

Mall

Westfield Horton Plaza

480 m

Museum

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum

70 m

Museum

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

120 m

Harbor Drive & G Street

U.S.S. San Diego Memorial

330 m

Mall

Horton Plaza Park

490 m

715 J St

Bub's at the Ballpark

350 m

Night club

FLUXX Nightclub

40 m

435 Fifth Ave

Oxford Social Club

160 m

Night club

OMNIA Nightclub San Diego

180 m

Restaurants

Cafe 222

110 m

222 Island Ave

The Dubliner

110 m

554 Fourth Ave

Las Hadas Grill

120 m

558 4th Ave

The Field Irish Pub

200 m

544 Fifth Avenue

The Lazy Hippo

130 m

416 3rd Ave

The Whiskey House

130 m

420 3rd Ave Between Island Avenue & J St in East Village

Searsucker

270 m

611 5th Ave

barleymash

260 m

600 5th Ave Gaslamp

Royal India

180 m

329 Market St

Chocolat Cremerie

150 m

509 5th Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

6.0

Location

9.5

Service

8.0

Dining

6.0

Victoria

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.8/10

The hotel has a great location right in the heart of the Gaslamp district, making it easy to explore the area. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating, which added a personal touch to my stay. However, the rooms weren't exactly what I expected as the view wasn't as impressive as advertised, and the dining experience was just okay given the prices. Overall, the value seems reasonable considering the location and service, but there were a few drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms provided a cozy atmosphere with a nice log fire and a small balcony, but I was disappointed as the view wasn't as advertised; it faced the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum instead of a city view.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with very friendly and helpful staff. They were always available if I needed anything, and I appreciated the fresh towels daily.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic, situated right at the intersection of 4th Avenue & Island Avenue. It was close to all the bars, restaurants, and shopping areas, making it perfect for strolling around.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent but didn't wow me; one meal felt overpriced for what I got. The buffet was good value though, and the staff were very helpful.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had nice facilities but seemed a bit limited in activities available, especially if you're looking for more than just a cozy stay.

David

United States, September 2024

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the location was fantastic, right in the heart of the Gaslamp District and close to the waterfront, the rooms left a bit to be desired, feeling dusty and not quite as luxurious as the photos suggested. The staff was generally friendly and helpful, but there were moments of slowness in service. Overall, it's a good spot for exploring the area, but don’t expect perfect amenities.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms felt dusty in hard-to-reach areas, and I was disappointed there was no fridge or microwave. There were also very few electrical outlets, and the shower handle seemed like it was about to fall off.

Service

7.0

Service was a mixed bag. Most staff members were friendly and helpful, especially a gentleman who stood out for his humor and assistance. However, there were times when the service felt extremely slow.

Location

9.0

I loved the location! It was perfect for walking to my business conference a couple of blocks away and close to attractions like Seaport Village and Petco Park.

Dining

6.0

Dining was okay, but it was extremely crowded. While the staff was friendly, I felt the prices were a bit on the high side for what you got.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities didn't quite match the grand expectations set by the hotel's photos. Basic amenities were lacking, which was disappointing.