In the heart of San Diego, Palihotel San Diego offers a stylish retreat with Saint James French Diner serving up delicious brunch, lunch, and dinner. Connect to in-room WiFi or unwind at one of two bars; guests praise the dining options and helpful staff.
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Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Parking available
Laundry facilities
Pet-friendly
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Breakfast available
Valet parking
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Laundry service
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Espresso maker
Pets allowed
Lift
The current price is RM399
RM399
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Room options
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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (The Deluxe King with Sofa Bed)
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
38 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (The Queen ADA)
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The King)
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
45 reviews
(45 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Premium Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (The King Suite with Sofa Bed ADA)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
37 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed (The Grand King)
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
15 reviews
(15 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (The Queen)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
84 reviews
(84 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (The King Suite with Sofa Bed)
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (The King Suite with Sofa Bed)
San Diego Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Seaport Village - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Port of San Diego - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 27 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 42 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 42 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 23 min drive
5th Avenue Station - 4 min walk
Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
Restaurants
Tacos Del Gordo - 2 min walk
The Tipsy Crow - 2 min walk
Double Deuce - 1 min walk
Coin-Op Game Room - 1 min walk
Karina’s Cantina - 2 min walk
About this property
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
When you stay at Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Saint James French Diner, which serves French cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are a short five-minute drive away. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: 5th Avenue Station is 4 minutes and Civic Center Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
122 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
Secured covered on-site valet parking (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Dining
Saint James French Diner – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Rooftop Bar – On-site bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12.00 to 25.00 for adults and USD 12.00 to 25.00 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 108 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 65 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Palihotel San Diego
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Hotel
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Hotel San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Does Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 18 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 108 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 65 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter and nearby?
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter has 2 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter?
Yes, Saint James French Diner offers French cuisine.
What's the area around Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter like?
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is in Downtown San Diego, a short 4-minute walk from 5th Avenue Station and 10 minutes' walk from Petco Park. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The on-site restaurant and nearby dining options were highly praised for their great food, unique experience, and convenient location. (25 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
30 Jul 2025
Great hotel highly recommended
Andres
Andres, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Jul 2025
Great location and close to dining and fun
Danny
Danny, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Jul 2025
Favorite place to stay because of the rooftop, it's close to Petco Park and you have very good staff.
Michael Steven
Michael Steven, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 Aug 2025
The interior design and it’s true to its own history
CAROLINA
CAROLINA, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Jul 2025
Amazing historic property
Raul
Raul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jun 2025
Excellent hotel!
Denis
Denis, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jul 2025
Amazing stay again. Will definitely come back.
Edwin
Edwin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 Jul 2025
Most beautiful chill hotel, 10/10
viggo
viggo, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Convenient walking location from airport
Kazumi
Kazumi, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Aug 2025
Incredibly beautiful hotel, great staff and amazing drinks at the bar! We used our complimentary drink ticket and it was a beautiful space, and then headed upstairs on the rooftop for the awesome view and it was super comfortable.
nikki
nikki, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
7 Jul 2025
Great stay! Great service! Great location!
Kelly
Kelly, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 May 2025
Amazing stay!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jun 2025
Super friendly staff, the rooftop was incredible and the vibe of the hotel made our stay so special!!!
Kaia
Kaia, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Jul 2025
Awesome Hotel, it felt like I was in a Wes Anderson movie while staying here. Great location.
Edwin
Edwin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 Jul 2025
This hotel was adorable! Unique and full of charm!
Kody L.
Kody L., 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jul 2025
Great location! Little noisy in hotel, but overall great. Small room but expected for city hotel
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Aug 2025
The young lady who checked us in was so nice and accommodating. The entire hotel is gorgeous. Very clean. Very comfortable. I will definitely recommend to anyone.
Marci
Marci, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
27 Jun 2025
The Palihotel is located in the heart of the Gaslamp District, making it close to food, bars, and attractions.
Angela
Angela, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Sweet hotel stay. I will be coming back again
Edwin
Edwin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 May 2025
Clean and nice hotel
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
19 Jul 2025
Beautiful property! Loved this historical location. It was clean and quiet. Close to amazing restaurants. AC did not work, the room was warm.
Mayra A
Mayra A, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Jun 2025
Love the Hotel
Priscilla
Priscilla, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
13 Jul 2025
This place is super cute and great location. The only negative was the valet
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jun 2025
Wonderful history
susie
susie, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jun 2025
Very cute French inspired hotel. Conveniently located