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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

3.5 star property
Visitors savor American cuisine at Salt & Whiskey, explore Petco Park and USS Midway Museum, then relax in beautiful gardens.

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The Horton Grand offers a charming retreat in San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter. Travelers enjoy happy hour and dinner at the on-site restaurant, while the outdoor entertainment area provides a peaceful garden setting in the heart of downtown.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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(101 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Suite with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego, The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is in the entertainment district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and San Diego Bay, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Waterfront Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, parasailing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • SanDiego_SanDiegoConventionCenter_6125294_006
    San Diego Convention Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Petco Park
    Petco Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaport Village featuring a bay or harbor
    Seaport Village
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 2023-08-18 THE RADY SHELL AT JACOBS PARK WITH A CITY SKYLINE AND BEAUTIFUL SKY IN DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO CALIFORNIA
    The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Disney Wonder Cruise Ship. Halloween on the High Seas. #lifeatexpedia #golden
    Port of San Diego
    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

  • Barleymash
    3 min walk
  • La Puerta
    2 min walk
  • El Chingon
    3 min walk
  • Happy Does Bar
    3 min walk
  • Achilles Coffee Gaslamp
    2 min walk

About this property

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Historic hotel near San Diego Convention Center
Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located near The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter, which provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Salt & Whiskey, features happy hour and dinner. Guests can also expect to find a bar, a gym and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Limo/town car service, valet parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Concierge services, a reception hall and a banquet hall
  • 4 meeting rooms, outdoor furniture and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, breakfast and central location
Room features
All 132 individually decorated rooms feature comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 62 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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 18 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra 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 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 62 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)

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
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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Valet parking is available for USD 62 per day.

What time is check-in at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

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

What time is check-out at The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this historic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of San Diego Convention Center, Petco Park, and Seaport Village. Port of San Diego and San Diego Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km). Convention Center Station and Convention Center Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1910 out of 2808 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 570 out of 2808 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 218 out of 2808 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 2808 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 2808 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

liudmyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Beautiful place to stay and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and perfectly located hotel. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. Old historical hotel but kept so well. It was lovely to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaelann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very friendly staff, our room was comfortable and clean. loved the walkable location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eowyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice and the vallett employee, Victor was awesome too. The location was really great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and view. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable bed, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was welcoming and helpful. The stay was comfortable and clean. Couldn't ask for anything more!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, suite was nice! We had a wonderful stay…
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although old, this is a lively hotel, with lots of artifacts to see and enjoy. With the exception of Saturday night when the bars let out, the hotel was very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

The location is terrific, rooms are charming and clean, fireplace worked well and staff was, without exception, friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DHIMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent Property, and right in the middle of the happening neighborhood! They even upgraded our rooms. The restaurant/bar is very classy. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne Lavina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great area, very close to the convention center and Gaslamp Quarter. Rooms were big and staff was helpful. The only thing we did not like was the room was too warm and it smelled like an antique store.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing and the balcony was so peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vianey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with old world charm. Friendly staff and room was comfortable and clean. Plenty of cute spots for pictures on the property. Location was great for walking to shops and restaurants. Thank you, great overall experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was accessible and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Loved the atmosphere. My fave hotel in SD.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tianna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is the only hotel we stay at when we come to San Diego. It’s historic, has the coolest vibe ever, is always spotless, and the staff is consistently friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. The patio was an amazing experience of a different time. Definitely coming back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Amenities
Very Beautiful and charming hotel . Very strategically located . Staff was extremely helpful .
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

We've stayed here twice. Hotel is very charming and clean. Easy walk to anywhere in gaslamp
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were large and comfortable. Front desk staff and parking valets were hospitable and professional. Location is excellent. Everything was very clean. Would define stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay in this hotel several times throughout the year. Staff is always friendly and rooms are spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
Very nice location and rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, great location, wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025