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Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel (formerly Kimpton Alma San Diego, an IHG Hotel) 
4 star

1047 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101, USA  - show map

Hotel Overview

Featuring a seasonal pool and rooftop bar, this hotel offers a fitness center on site. The nightlife of San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp district is a 5-minute walk away.

This property is couple-friendly and offers several rooms with balconies.

All guestrooms feature a spacious work area, gourmet honor bar, Italian Frette linen, yoga mat and luxury bath amenities.

Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are a mile from this hotel. Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres professional baseball team, is a 15-minute walk from Kimpton Alma San Diego. San Diego International Airport is a 12-minute drive away.

The Cafe is open daily in the hotels Living Room.

Formerly Kimpton Alma San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Before October 2024 Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was known as Kimpton Alma San Diego, an IHG Hotel

Before October 2022 Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was known as Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, an IHG hotel

Before June 2022 Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was known as Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego

Before January 2019 Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was known as Hotel Palomar, a Kimpton Hotel - San Diego

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no imageMark

“Good”

7.0

March 27, 2025

Less expensive than other places near the convention center.

no imageMaria

“Good”

7.0

February 10, 2025

Very new hotel, great decor and style. Bed super comfortable. Good location in downtown San Diego,.

no imageMiBa1954

“A great place, but...”

9.0

November 19, 2024

Very nice room with a super comfy bed. Credid for food and drinks (however not applicable for breakfast)

no imageZoltán

“Superb”

9.0

July 25, 2024

Perfect terrace, silent place despite being close to gaslamp streets, breakfast perfect

no imageTiffany

“Superb”

10.0

July 16, 2024

Absolutely amazing staff. Hotel room was super clean the bed was very comfortable. San Diego Police Department do need to clean up their streets from the homeless. With that being said, The hotel was still fabulous !

no imageAriana

“Good hotel for business trips!”

10.0

June 11, 2024

The hospitality, the room comfort and the convenient location

no imageAlouette

“Superb”

9.0

June 04, 2024

Great rooftop pool area, large and clean room with comfy bed.

no imageTony

“Bright, light, good sized room in central location.”

8.0

May 12, 2024

Very good sized room with a decent bathroom. Top floor with two balconies.


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The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a carpeted floor, a terrace with city views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features air conditioning, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features air conditioning, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

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The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a carpeted floor, a terrace with city views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

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Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a sofa as well as city views.

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This air-conditioned suite is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with sea views.

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Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The double room provides air conditioning, a carpeted floor, heating, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

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This suite's standout feature is the spa bath. Boasting 1 bedroom, this spacious suite has 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. Featuring a balcony with city views, this suite also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

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The spacious suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.

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This suite features a spa bath. This spacious suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this suite also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

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This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. This air-conditioned suite comprises a dining area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels a tea and coffee maker and a terrace. The unit has 3 beds.

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Facilities of Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

General
On-site parking, Parking, Pets allowed, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Diving, Fishing, Hiking, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Windsurfing

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, Restaurant, Room service

Pools and wellness
Fitness centre, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year)

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Valet parking

Common areas
Sun terrace

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Trouser press

Business facilities
Meeting/banquet facilities

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Allergy-free room, Facilities for disabled guests, Heating, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Hotel Policies

Check-In
16:00:00- hours

Check-Out
-11:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Valet parking is available 7 days a week/24 hours a day for $60 per day. $35 ($39.44 inclusive of tax) Daily Destination Fee- Includes: Daily $35 food and beverage credit Daily bike rental for up to two guests Daily glass of house wine for up to two guests Daily Enhanced High-speed internet access (Wi-Fi)Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Last updated: 11 Apr 2025 - Update now

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