The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

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

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January 2026

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February 2026

American cuisine - The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter (San Diego)

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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.

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Restaurant
Air-conditioning
Gym
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Business services

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Room options

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Jan 14 - Jan 15

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All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, City View

Excellent

Highlights

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

HDTV

Premium bedding

26 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

HDTV

28 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, City View

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

HDTV

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

28 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premier Suite with Balcony

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchenette

56 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, City View

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

HDTV

33 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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 Waterfront Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. 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.

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311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

San Diego Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Seaport Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
USS Midway Museum - 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

‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk
‪Achilles Coffee Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk
‪Prince Street Pizza - ‬2 min walk
‪Tabac Cafe & Hookah - ‬2 min walk
‪Cafe 222 - ‬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
ATM/banking services, outdoor furniture and a banquet hall
A reception hall, luggage storage and smoke-free property
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

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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 at the property

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

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

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

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.

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

Grand Horton

Grand Horton Hotel

Horton Grand

Horton Grand Hotel

Horton Grand Hotel San Diego

Horton Grand San Diego

Horton Hotel

Hotel Horton

The Horton Grand Hotel San Diego

The Horton Grand Hotel

The Horton Grand Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Hotel

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 New Children's Museum, Petco Park, and Seaport Village. San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego are also within 1 mile (2 km). Convention Center Station and Convention Center Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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The Horton Grand, Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

12 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was great! Loved the atmosphere. My fave hotel in SD.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tianna

3 Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

23 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel, far surpasses any expectation of an older Victorian hotel. I highly recommend this stay!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Abby

28 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean room and kind staff.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

16 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place if you want to stay near glaslamp quarter district.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

1 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Everything was amazing

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

25 Dec 2025

Cool place

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

29 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was amazing

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

21 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our favorite place to stay when we visit san diego. Close to everything but still very private and quiet. Love the vibes here

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriel

3 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent location, salt & whiskey restaurant is a must stop. Balcony is a nice touch but too small to enjoy a pour!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

8 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Place is awesome lovely and classical rooms. Suggestion if you stay here get one with a balcony. ❤️❤️

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

12 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice room, great service, and the location was perfect. The only thing I would add would be a mini fridge in the room. Thanks for the stay. Mary

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

27 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful building and we loved the balcony. The history behind the building is cool. Staff were wonderful and we had a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

14 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Clean, nice staff, and in the heart of Downtown San Diego. The location is classy and offers large rooms for a fair price.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

30 Dec 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice old hotel in a great location. Breakfast is available nearby, but not in hotel. The fireplace was need and nice touch.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

4 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Spotless room. Easy access to the Gaslight District, up and coming.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Don

9 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff support was outstanding. The hotel is a classic old beauty. The room was good order. I will likely stay here again. Lived an in room fireplace

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

EMMA

2 Dec 2025

Clean facilities and friendly staff!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abran

1 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The location , history of the place , and friendly staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

1 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room, almost everything to walk to, recommended and will booked again.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

1 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I loved this boutique hotel. The price point was great for the location to Petco Park. We were able to check in early which made the day way easier and having valet parking was super convenient. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

2 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Historic hotel in great location, friendly staff, got a room upgrade with blacony, walking distance to main Gaslight District. Beautiful property, quiet with nice rooms and dreamy beds.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025