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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Serves dinner and happy hour
Interior entrance
Courtyard
Exterior
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaport Village
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(104 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(98 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Suite with Balcony | Living area

Premier Suite with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

San Diego

At The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Petco Park and Seaport Village. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .The restaurant, Salt & Whiskey, serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Salt & Whiskey is the hotel's own piano bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Additionally, you'll find a gym, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Downtown San Diego hotel, attractions include San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaport Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prince Street Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tabac Cafe & Hookah - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Whiskey House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Victorian hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre, 4 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

Event space at this hotel measures 22766 square feet (2115 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the historic The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter. Parking is available for a fee.

This Victorian San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 22766 sq ft of conference space
  • 2115 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1886
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offers 132 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salt & Whiskey
  • Salt & Whiskey

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 22,766 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1886
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 27.05 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 59 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Grand Horton
Grand Horton Hotel
Horton Grand
Horton Grand Hotel
Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
Horton Grand San Diego
Horton Hotel
Hotel Horton
The Horton Grand Hotel San Diego
The Horton Grand Hotel
The Horton Grand Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Hotel
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Yep, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 59 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

The closest beach to The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is Mission Beach (10.9 km).

What makes The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

No, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1829 out of 2716 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 555 out of 2716 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 216 out of 2716 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 2716 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 2716 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chuangming

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

SEAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but the family vibe was so so
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding historic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

It’s ok.

Seems like they are trying with this place but it’s old and kind of drab. Towels are the cheapest towels you can buy at Walmart. The photos online make it look way nicer than it is. They say they have a state of the art fitness facility but it’s on treadmill and one cable machine in a 10x10 room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Brianna, Phoenix

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wanted to love this place, but it fell far short of expectations. The gentleman at check-in was kind and helpful, but the positives ended there. I was required to provide a card for a $100 “amenities fee,” which covered a gym we didn’t use, housekeeping, two small water bottles, and two bar drinks. For what was offered, the charge felt excessive and unnecessary. The hallways were stuffy with an overpowering odor, and our room was disappointing. The door handle stuck, the bed squeaked with a sunken mattress, and the bathroom had unfinished wall repairs. The shower had poor pressure, and the tub began flooding after a short use. When I requested a room change, I was told none were available due to a seminar. On the third day, housekeeping entered our room without knocking, which was completely unacceptable. While the location is excellent, the hidden fees, lack of upkeep, and disregard for guest privacy make this hotel hard to recommend. I would not return and cannot suggest it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pet friendly. Animals felt welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute place in amazing part of the city - dated but in a good way. Clean and staff was solid.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property that was in an ideal spot close to lots of fun places to visit and eat at. The staff was very helpful and friendly. I loved the in room fireplace. I wish the towels had been nicer though. Very rough on the skin. I had brought my own beach towel and used that instead. So bring your own towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keveen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, most of the staff was friendly. Very walkable area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Horton and the location was excellent! We also had a great meal at the adjoining Salt & Whiskey restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The history
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Internet was fine. Hotel was good. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, Quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayra

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Nostalgic decor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ted

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An old school hotel with a lot of charm
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daiphin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the interior and my room balcony. The restaurant and bar were great and classic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025