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The Horton Grand Hotel

311 Island Ave San Diego, 92101 United States of America

Victorian-style hotel in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter

Near conventions
This four-story hotel is within 4 blocks of PETCO Park, the San Diego Convention Center, and Horton Plaza shopping and dining; Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are within 2 miles. Show more
Dining options
The Horton Grand Hotel combines two restored historic hotels. The Cheese Shop restaurant offers deli-style breakfast and lunch.
Gas fireplaces
The Horton Grand Hotel's individually decorated guestrooms feature Victorian-style furnishings with armoires; wireless Internet access (surcharge); and gas-burning, marble-framed fireplaces. Hide

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Fireplace Room Queen
One queen bed. Gaslamp Quarter view. Victorian-style furnishings with armoire. Gas-burning, marble-framed fireplace. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Nonsmoking.
Fireplace Room with two queen beds
Two queen beds. Gaslamp Quarter view. Victorian-style furnishings with armoire. Gas-burning, marble-framed fireplace. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Nonsmoking.
Grand Fireplace King with Wet Bar
One king bed. Sitting area with one queen sofa bed, coffee table, microwave, and wet bar with refrigerator. 600 square feet. Victorian-style furnishings with armoire. Gas-burning, marble-framed fireplace. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Nonsmoking.
Balcony Fireplace King
One king bed. Balcony overlooking New Orleans-style courtyard. Gas-burning, marble-framed fireplace. Victorian-style furnishings with armoire. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Hair dryer. Iron and ironing board. Nonsmoking.
FREE UPGRADE to Balcony Fireplace King
One king bed. Balcony overlooking New Orleans-style courtyard. Gas-burning, marble-framed fireplace. Victorian-style furnishings with armoire. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Hair dryer. Iron and ironing board. Nonsmoking.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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  • There are no room charges for children 17 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.
Policies
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
  • Pets not allowed
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • No rollaway beds available
  • Minimum check-in age is 21
  • American Express accepted
  • Diners Club accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Visa accepted
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
    • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
    • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Property Amenities

The Horton Grand Hotel is three blocks from the San Diego Convention Center, four blocks from Horton Plaza's shops and restaurants, and four blocks from PETCO Park.

This Victorian-style hotel reflects its Gaslamp Quarter location. Guestrooms are accessed via a authentic, hand-carved wood staircase or a glass-enclosed elevator. A small museum, off the main lobby, features memorabilia and Victorian-era photos.

  • Concierge services
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Event catering
  • Banquet facilities
  • Ballroom(s)
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Exhibit space
  • Business services
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Total number of rooms - 132
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Patio
  • Number of floors - 4
  • Elevator/lift
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Wedding services
  • Coffee shop or café
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
  • Smoke-free property
  • Valet parking
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Year Built - 1989
  • Meeting facilities size (feet) - 8,500
  • Number of meeting/conference rooms - 7
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
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Rooms

The Horton Grand Hotel's guestrooms are individually decorated with Victorian-style furnishings and feature gas-burning, marble-framed fireplaces. Guestrooms include televisions and complimentary toiletries. Wireless Internet access is available (surcharge).

The Horton Grand Hotel, San Diego, United States of America, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up calls
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Clock radio
  • Desk
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Climate control
  • Direct-dial phone
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private bathroom
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Television
  • Non-smoking only
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cable television service
  • Wireless high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
  • ESPN
  • HBO
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Dining

The Cheese Shop - Deli-style restaurant, serving breakfast and lunch daily.

Palace Bar - Lounge featuring Victorian-era photographs, period decor, and a wall fresco. Daily breakfast. Cocktails and beverages from late afternoon until late evening. Indoor and outdoor courtyard seating available.

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Recreation

The Horton provides discounted access to a health club three blocks away. Five blocks away, the Embarcadero recreation area offers jogging trails and bike, boat, and kayak rentals. Within two miles of the hotel, the 1,200-acre Balboa Park has two golf courses and a driving range, 13 museums, and the San Diego Zoo. Surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, and other water activities are available at local beaches and Mission Bay Aquatic Park, 7.5 miles from the hotel.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby
  • Boat launch nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rowing or canoeing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Aerobics nearby
  • Pilates classes/instruction nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Playground nearby
  • Dock nearby
  • Personal watercraft
  • Bowling alley nearby
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Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at The Horton Grand Hotel

4.0
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
3.9
Hotel condition:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Room comfort:
4.1
Location:
4.7
Neighborhood:
4.4
79%

of guests recommend

out of 68 reviews

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A Traveler from Orange County, CA
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Dec 5 2011

“Suprised!”

I stay in San Diego a lot and usually stay at the larger properties; but will definitely consider the Horton Grand in the future! Great location, convinient dining on propopery (and plenty very close by) and although an old, historic property, very clean and nice room.

Jonathan B from Santa Fe, New Mexico
3.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Nov 7 2011

“If you like a good nights sleep don't stay here!”

Hotel was very charming and all the staff were superb! It is a great pity about the night club across the street (fluxx). Its seems the total population of 21 year old San Diegan girls went there every night and screamed until 3.00am. It is such a pity as this is such a nice hotel but I just cannot recommed it because of the noise level.

Area recommendations
Broadway hotels would be a lot quieter and still close to the action.
Comment from the hotel's management
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review of our hotel. We are grateful for your positive comments. However, we apologize for the noise and music that was caused by a nightclub across the street from the entrance to our hotel. Weekends it is open and select weeknights. We are in discussions regarding a remedy. In meantime, we have many rooms away from the night club. Please return to our hotel so we can place you in an appropriate room.
Hotel Management, Hotel Management
Posted Jan 11 2012
Margaret A from New Mexico
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 26 2011

“lots to do in the area”

This is the place to stay if you don't have a car. There were plenty of places to eat in the area. Balboa theatre close by so was able to catch a Howie Mandel show. Hotel is old but well kept. No signs of the ghost but heard some (?) strange noises(?) on my second night.

John from Los Angeles, CA
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Oct 17 2011

“Horrible Staff”

The area was a lot fun, the staff at the hotel however were pretentious, rude, and lazy.

Comment from the hotel's management
Thank you for taking time to comolete a review. The Gaslamp area is alot of fun with over 100 restaurants and bars within walking distance of our hotel. We are very concerned you found our staff unacceptable. We apologize and have reviewed your comments with our front desk and service staff. Improvements in our service is a must. Please give us another chance next time your plans take you to San Diego
Hotel Management, General Manager
Posted Dec 13 2011
Raymond M from Las Vegas
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 10 2011

“Nostalgic Charm”

We came to San Diego to go to the Ballpark. We chose the Horton Grand for it's convience of location. Being about 6 blocks from the park, we found it easily walkable. There are many restaurants in the area, and even a supermarket a few blocks away. Cab ride from the airport was only $20.00 with tip, compared to $25.00 a day parking fee, it's cheaper not to have a car. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The fireplace (gas) is on a timer, so you can have a fire and go to sleep without worying about it.

Area recommendations
The gas lamp area where the Horton Grand is located was full of restaurants and bars, The Midway museum (actual aircraft carrier) was in walking distance. Many choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Comment from the hotel's management
Thank you for taking yoru time to write a review. We are glad you were our guests and hope you return soon or next year when baseball is in season. There are 100 restaurants and bars within walking distance of our hotel. Amazing so many in our area. Also, we are pleased to announce our restaurant has reopened with our manager a 35 year veteran of the Gaslamp. We are open daily for breakfast and lunch. Glad you found our staff very helpful and friendly, and enjoyed the gas fireplace that is in every room
Hotel Management, General Manager
Posted Nov 9 2011
A Traveler from Fullerton, CA
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Aug 7 2011

“Convenient and Classy”

Super location. Great ambiance. Wonderful historic hotel with modern conveniences.

A Traveler from Santa Fe, NM
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jul 18 2011

“no free wireless internet”

Wireless Internet only available for an extra fee. Electrical outlets were weird - maybe old fashioned? - such that nothing I had with me (computer, cell phones) would remain plugged into the wall. No toothbrush or paste available for purchase - they suggested I go to the grocer down the street. No coffee available in the lobby nor any travel cups available for taking room coffee with you when you leave. Bed & pillows & linens nice. I believe I was in the "newer" wing, which only had a view of nearby building walls from the windows, but was a spacious room.

Comment from the hotel's management
Thank you for taking your valuable time to provide us with a guest review. We charge for Internet connectivity due to our leasing the equipment. For all our guests we like to keep our room rates affordable since most do not use the Internet service at our hotel...thus why we charge those who use it. We regret we have to charge. I have asked our maintenance staff to look for the room with the electrical outlet and replace it. Thank you for letting us know and apologize we did not fix it prior to your arrival. We are fortunate to have a small store located half block from our hotel that has personal hygene and food offerings. We have good news. Our restaurant is reopening in November for daily coffee, breakfast, and lunch. Our suites only building has views a nearby building or downtown street views. We hope you will return and give us another chance.
Hotel Management, General Manager
Posted Oct 17 2011
Don M from San Jose, CA
2.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Jul 5 2011

“Charge you for parking and Internet”

My biggest grip about the Grand Horton is that it will charge you $25/night for parking and close to $10 for Internet connectivity. Shouldn't these be free with the hotel????

Area recommendations
I like the Hotels that are close to the Gas Light District. It's close to the convention center and close to all restaurants and bars in the Gaslight District
Comment from the hotel's management
Thank you for providing us with a guest review for all of us to view. First, thank you for saying with us and hope to provide you again soon with our hospitality. Most of our guests do not have cars when they stay with us. Thus, we feel we should try to keep the room rates affordable for all including those who park cars with us. For those who do park a car with us, we lease two portions of parking lots nearby. These leases are expensive, and the $25 charge is meant to help defry the expense. All of the downtown hotels do charge for parking, whether it be valet (our case) or self park. We lease the Internet connectivity as well.
Hotel Management, General Manager
Posted Oct 17 2011
A Traveler from San Diego, CA
3.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Jun 21 2011

“Lacking in amenities”

They have a beautiful Cafe and Lounge, but not open. The Courtyard was "closed for Private Party" all the time. The hotel was quite empty, but everyone was on the same floor, room after room. Our area was non smoking, but the people next door were on the balcony (which was connected to ours) smoking, so we could not even have our door open. No coffee, staff was not overly friendly, except for the man who checked up in, was overly friendly. Their "museum" room needed dusting, and the windows washed. It just felt like it was going downhill.

Area recommendations
Marina, Gaslamp
Comment from the hotel's management
Thank you for taking your time to write a guest review. We sure appreciate hearing from you. We have good news. We have contracted with a local popular restaurant in the Gaslamp District to move their operation to our hotel. This will occur by end of November. Thus, we will have our restaurant open daily for breakfast and lunch. We apologize that guest next door was smoking against our policy. We have few smoking rooms in separate area of hotel. I am very sorry that we were not overly friendly and just shared your comments with our front desk staff. I hope you will return to our hotel and give us another chance.
Hotel Management, General Manager
Posted Oct 17 2011
A Traveler from San Diego, CA
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jun 14 2011

“Weekend downtown”

Stayed downtown to watch the Padres play over the weekend. Unfortunately, they were bad, but the hotel made up for it. Comfortable bed, great location near the Gaslamp District. Was able to enjoy different places to eat and drink and not have to drive.

Area recommendations
Downtown is alive. If you want to experience nightlife in San Diego, this is the place to be.
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The Horton Grand Hotel

311 Island Ave San Diego, 92101 United States of America

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • San Diego Repertory Theater - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • San Diego Convention Center - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
  • Petco Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Westfield Horton Plaza - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Seaport Village - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
  • San Diego Opera - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • Copley Symphony Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
  • San Diego City College - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
  • Aircraft Carrier Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
  • Navy Pier - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
  • Port of San Diego - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
  • San Diego Air and Space Museum - 2 km / 1.2 mi
  • San Diego Automobile Museum - 2 km / 1.2 mi

Location Highlights

  • Theme park(s) nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • In historical district
  • In city center
  • In entertainment district
  • Airport nearby
  • Convention center nearby
  • Water nearby

The preferred airport for The Horton Grand Hotel is San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

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Nearest Major Airport:

  • San Diego, CA, United States (SAN-San Diego Intl.)

Area:

Downtown - San Diego Intl Airport , California, United States of America: San Diego’s waterfront airport lies northwest of downtown, which is home to the San Diego Convention Center, PetCo Park stadium, and the Gaslamp Quarter’s. That historic neighborhood’s restaurants and bars are the hub of the city’s nightlife. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo form a green swath in this urban jungle. Offshore, Coronado Island offers postcard views of the city skyline.

The Horton Grand Hotel

311 Island Ave San Diego, 92101 United States of America

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