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La Pensione Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Waterfront Park

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast area
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
La Pensione Hotel offers a charming retreat in San Diego's heart. Enjoy coffee from Caffe Italia, in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Guests praise the helpful staff and the hotel's convenient location near shopping and Waterfront Park.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(313 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
606 West Date Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 10 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Frost Me Cafe & Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ironside Fish & Oyster - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Underbelly - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Landini's Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

La Pensione Hotel

Hotel near Port of San Diego
Located close to Waterfront Park and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal, La Pensione Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a fireplace in reception and a 24-hour gym. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Caffe Italia, the on-site café. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Coffee/tea in reception, 1 meeting room and outdoor furniture
  • Laundry services, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 67 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, housekeeping and desks

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The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,052 reviews
The price is €132
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 March 2026 to 31 January 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (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 at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Frequently asked questions

Is La Pensione Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at La Pensione Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Pensione Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Pensione Hotel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Waterfront Park, Port of San Diego and San Diego Bay. USS Midway Museum and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is only a 4-minute walk and America Plaza Trolley Station is 8 minutes.

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La Pensione Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1063 out of 1882 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 459 out of 1882 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1882 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1882 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1882 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay they are right in the middle of everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and places to eat ina walking distant.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay in the heart of little Italy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice neighborhood, fast and easy check in, lots of restaurants and bars in surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey Jaewon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lot of food options nearby
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and in the middle of little Italy with walking distance to all the great restaurants. Fun stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Little Italy. Surrounded by restaurants, bars, shops. Loved our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly staff as well as location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff great area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Fun area to be in. Good coffee nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, the staff is extremely nice. The hotel is close to public transportation and perfect location to walk downtown or seaside Villa
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great and non-corporate hotel in the heart of Little Italy. Dozens of dining options to walk to, and only 10 minutes from the airport. A nice home base.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shereen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Love it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accomodations!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly, helpful staff. Will definitely be sleeping here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a few times, always a great getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was central to everything we planned to do around San Diego. The staff was very friendly. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right in the heart of the action in Little Italy. Plenty of excellent food choices within a few steps of the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lindo lugar !!’ Excelente servicio
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego! I also love the La Pensione hotel! It's my fifth time staying there!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of Little Italy. Close to everything. Cute property and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check in/out. Walkable distance to great dining and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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