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Hotel Zindel

2.0 star property
Hotel in San Diego, near Port of San Diego

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Hotel Zindel provides a tranquil base near Waterfront Park where guests can recharge. The property maintains smoke-free surroundings throughout, while rooms come equipped with WiFi for staying connected after a day of exploration.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Elite Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
505 W Grape St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Port of San Diego - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 8 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Waterfront Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zindel

Hotel near Port of San Diego
Located close to San Diego Zoo and San Diego Convention Center, Hotel Zindel has plenty to offer.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Zindel include comforts, such as air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hydromassage showers and hairdryers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Digital channels and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed with a deposit of USD 75 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Lending library access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Zindel Hotel
Hotel Zindel San Diego
Hotel Zindel Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Zindel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Zindel?

Hotel Zindel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zindel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Zindel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Zindel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Port of San Diego, San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park. San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes by foot and Courthouse Station is 13 minutes.

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Hotel Zindel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 566 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

luciana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places is really pretty! The staff is so nice too! The only think id say it’s that in the morning the codes and people coming in or out from the hotel are loud! Wañls are not that thick but other than that it is nice place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for being Welcoming, and ease of communication to check-in. The room was great and loved the interior design of the room, the coffee machine was a lovely touch, but ran out of creamer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Liked: Amenities
The customer service was a 10!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location , very response staff , good value for money
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! The room was very cozy with plenty of space. Stephanie was very helpful and pleasant to talk to. We definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean and comfy room. Very quiet. Its like an upscale Hostel. Just need staff or to talk with someone right away. You'd have to text, and they take a some time to reply. Also there weren't any face rags. Not everyone don't use face towels. My main concern was. Check in was 4pm check-out is 10am. Thats 2hrs taking away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Christofer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property was awesome for a hostile. They kept the bathrooms clean, and the property itself is in really good shape and updated. Only complaint is that room service didn’t come into our room once to clean up. Also, we didn’t know it was a hostel. It turned out being OK but you have a shared bathroom with everybody.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

contessina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay at Hotel Zindel was great! The bed was SUPER comfy. I would say there needs to be better communication between the hotel itself and the concierge services about what amenities the hotel can actually provide. The concierge service was incredible, and there were so many great recommendations.Thoroughly enjoyed, Little Italy, the neighborhood the hotel borders!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

Easy check in. Good communication. Great location. Close to lots of restaurants and bars, and can drive to most attractions within 10 minutes. Nice hotel. Older building that has been completely renovated. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexandria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a nice look inside and out. The surrounding area is really nice and little Italy is so cool. The biggest downside is in the shared bathroom, the shower was not draining. The water was up to my ankles. So then I question even though the bathroom looks clean, why was this not fixed or was it not noticed. Luckily, another bathroom down the hall was a lot better. Ample coffee around too but I'm unsure how often they change the water in it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Marwa

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This accommodation is not a hotel. It is a hostel. The price seems good for San Diego at first, but they surprise you with a $25 a day surcharge for "amenities" (a coffee machine and cheap packaged breakfast items). With how much you end up paying, you might as well book a nicer hotel. The rooms were very very small. There is only one bathroom for an entire floor, so you have to share it with many rooms. One of the bathrooms was out of order for 2 days, so guests were made to shower upstairs. There was no privacy in the bathroom, as the windows were left open. The staff were friendly and helpful though.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Zindel does the trick! GREAT location, with super comfortable beds and convenient check-in/out, this is a great option for just passing through or staying a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are amazing and if you love smart TVs like me this is the perfect stay for you. The customer service is lovely and I would just like to shout out anyone who did assist me thank you so much I love this spot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very surprised with the quality and the price, I got a deal on Expedia and only paid $50 for one night. It was beautiful, quiet, and it was nice once you turned on the A/C and huge fan above the bed, the private bathroom was clean with modern but classic look to it and was very beautiful all around. Outside the room there was the main entrance with their waterfall and off to the side a lounge area with complimentary snacks a coffee station ready to go for those that need to get out early and fast like me for flights. I would definitely recommend this to anyone traveling or just wanting to adventure while visiting San Diego. Its also great for those with social anxiety because everything is self serve and done through text. 10/10 recommended and will return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Stefanie Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The communication provided prior to check-in made my arrival and check in super easy. I was greeted upon arrival and offered a glass of wine. The room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. Located right in the heart of little Italy being spoilt for choice when it comes to good food, it was also super easy to get around without a car.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport super convenient and quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Karwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Its average place, food for price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel not far away from things to do. Modern furniture, great a/c, and a very comfortable bed. The kitchen was a plus. We had fun playing games in the game room downstairs before we went out for the evening. It was stocked with coffee and water. My only complaint was that the towels were not great (they were a little rough) and extra counter space in the bathroom would have been nice. The staff was great and response time to texts were immediate. Very friendly and helpful. It was perfect for our stay and we would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

JJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was great but they don't provide parking which is a huge inconvenience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stop!

Super clean, and nice and quiet! Walking distance to so many fun places.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Marin

Little Italy is near this hotel so it's nicto walk and eat lunch or dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ma Guadalupe Rodriguez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had no problems that all everything was easy , simple and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing get away!

This hotel was an AMAZING experience. I was worried that with the log in instructions and codes to get in doors that it would be shady bug it was beautiful and perfect for our little get away!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Zindel was great! Our first stay in this style of hotel where there isn’t a large onsite staff presence. Place was great. Very clean and such a perfect walkable area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jim’s review

We liked the hotel. You need to make the daily amenity fee optional. We used none of them. I resent paying that fee. It is not the best neighborhood and therefore we were nervous about leaving our car parked by the freeway and the ugly lot across the street from the hotel. But it turned out ok. Better, I suppose, than paying the highway robbery fee of $60-65 per night that hotels downtown charge. We enjoyed Little Italy and the proximity to Balboa Park. I wish the outdoor patio when you first come in from the street was a little cleaner and had a few amenities. I still rate the hotel 5, but it’s pricey. Remove or make optional the amenity fee. Jim
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025