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Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, an IHG Hotel
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Balboa Park
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Price available on 20 Dec 2021Restrictions related to your trip
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- Due to COVID-19, this property’s food and beverage options may be limited.
1047 5th Ave, San Diego, 92101, CA, United States of America
8.0.Very good.696 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
Lovely, elegant hotel and the staff is excellent. But once you step out the door, the…
Nov 1, 2021
Overall it’s a nice hotel and the employees are truly amazing. There are fees that you…
Nov 1, 2021
Official standards
This property advises that it adheres to Clean Promise (IHG) and SafeStay (AHLA - USA) cleaning and disinfection practices.
Enhanced health and safety measures
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.- Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- Staff wears personal protective equipment
- Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
- Social distancing measures are in place
- Protective clothing is available to guests
- Masks are available to guests
- Gloves are available to guests
- Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Guests rated location
Walkable150 positive mentions
Dining options123 positive mentions
Convenient112 positive mentions
Shopping50 positive mentions
Safe46 positive mentions
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 23 2021 to March 31 2022 (dates subject to change):
- Free WiFi
- Parking available
- Pool
- Non-smoking
- Gym
- Air Conditioning
Property highlights
Main amenities
- 211 smoke-free guestrooms
- Daily housekeeping
- 1 outdoor pool
- Rooftop terrace
- 24-hour fitness center
- Valet parking
What’s around
- In Downtown San Diego
- Balboa Park - 11 min walk
- Petco Park - 13 min walk
- San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk
- USS Midway Museum - 18 min walk
- Seaport Village - 19 min walk
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Enter dates for 2 guests
- Standard Room
- Premier Room, 1 King Bed
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
- Room, 1 King Bed, View (SKYLINE VIEW)
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
- Suite, 1 King Bed (SPA)
- Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Corner (Skyline)
- Skyline, Suite, 1 King Bed
- Premier Suite, 1 King Bed
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)
- Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)
- Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Hearing)
- Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)
- Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
- Suite, Multiple Beds (Skyline Penthouse)
- Studio, 1 King Bed, Harbor View (Spa)
- Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible
- Deluxe Room
- Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Corner)
- Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Spa)
- Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Penthouse, Skyline, Mobility, Hearing)
- Loft, 1 King Bed (Skyline)
- Loft, 1 King Bed (Coronado Penthouse)
What’s around
Landmarks
- In Downtown San Diego
- Balboa Park - 11 min walk
- Petco Park - 13 min walk
- San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk
- USS Midway Museum - 18 min walk
- Seaport Village - 19 min walk
- Waterfront Park - 23 min walk
- San Diego Zoo - 39 min walk
- Coronado Beach - 5.8 mi / 9.3 km
Getting around
- San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 5 min drive
- General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 25 min drive
- San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 10 min drive
- San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 20 min drive
- Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 min drive
- San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 12 min walk
- Old Town Transit Center - 5 min drive
- San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
- 5th Avenue Station - 1 min walk
- Civic Center Station - 3 min walk
- City College Trolley Station - 8 min walk
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1047 5th Ave, San Diego, 92101, CA, United States of America
At a glance
Hotel size
- This hotel has 211 rooms
- This hotel is arranged over 20 floors
Arriving/leaving
- Check-in time 4 PM-midnight
- Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
- Check COVID-19 restrictions.
- Due to COVID-19, this property’s food and beverage options may be limited.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Due to COVID-19, valet parking and shuttle services are not available until further notice.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
- Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
- Pets stay free
- Food and water bowls available
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Onsite valet parking (USD 50.00 per night)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
- Smoke-free property
In the hotel
Things to do
- Free bicycles on site
- Ecotours nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Segway rental/tour nearby
- Skydiving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Working away
- Conference space
- Meeting rooms
- Conference space size (feet) - 21884
- Conference space size (meters) - 2033
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge services
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Wedding services
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
Facilities
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Year Built - 2008
- Elevator
- ATM/banking
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Rooftop terrace
- Terrace
Accessibility
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Assistive listening devices available
- Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
- Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business centre
- Visual alarms in hallways
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
In the room
Home comforts
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Bathrobes
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Down comforter
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Premium bedding
Things to enjoy
- Individually decorated
- Individually furnished
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
Be entertained
- 36-inch LCD TV
- First-run movies
- Pay movies
- Premium TV channels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi
- Phone
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Level Four Pool Lounge - Onsite rooftop bar.
Recreation
On Site
- Fitness facilities
- Free bicycles on site
Nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Segway rental/tour nearby
- Skydiving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Fees & policies
Refundable depositPay at property
- Deposit: USD 100.00 per day
Mandatory feesPay at property
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at check-in or check-out:
- Resort fee: USD 28.17 per accommodation, per night
- Resort fee inclusions:
- Internet access (may be limited)
The property's resort fee includes a daily USD 10 food and beverage credit which can be used in the on-site restaurant or for in-room dining.
PetsPay at property
- Service animals exempt from fees
ParkingPay at property
- Valet parking costs USD 50.00 per night
Hygiene & cleanliness
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; the property is cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic spray.
Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-out is available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).
Policies
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
- Palomar Hotel San Diego
- Kimpton Palomar Diego, An Ihg
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, an IHG Hotel Hotel
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, an IHG Hotel San Diego
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, an IHG Hotel Hotel San Diego
- Palomar San Diego
- San Diego Palomar
- Palomar San Diego a Kimpton Hotel
Also known as
- Palomar Hotel San Diego
- Kimpton Palomar Diego, An Ihg
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego
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*See fees & policies for additional details or extra charges
FAQs
- Yes, Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, an IHG Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
- This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
- Yes. Valet parking costs USD 50.00 per night.
- Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
- Yes, pets are welcome. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
- You can check in from 4 PM - midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
- Yes. Nearby restaurants include Operacaffe (4-min walk), Donut Bar (4-min walk), and Brian's 24 (4-min walk).
- Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.
8.0.Very good.696 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
- 4.0.Fair
Overall ok. The beds were uncomfortable. We made a noise complaint because there was a party in the hotel room next to us. Guest services was responsive and quick to address.
1 night family trip, Oct 23, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
GORGEOUS HOTEL
The Kimpton Hotel was gorgeous! I loved it! I will definitely stay here again!
Kimberly, 1 night trip with friends, Oct 22, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 4.0.Fair
Disappointed
This hotel is the most lackluster Kimpton I’ve stayed in. You can get much nicer hotels in San Diego for the same price. I’m honestly so disappointed. The room was tiny with an old/ small tv and the bed was so uncomfortable. The bathroom only has a sliding glass door and it doesn’t even shut all the way so there’s no privacy. Valet was $50 a day and there was a $25 amenity fee even though the restaurant was closed. They don’t tell you that they have $10 in f&b credit or walk you through what’s included in your stay at all. We also had two seperate reservations for Friday and Saturday. I asked to merge them and they said they did but on Saturday we were locked out of our room and had to see the front desk. No apology or anything. I would never stay here again.
Alyssa, 1 night trip, Oct 22, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
Great spot!
Great hotel and close to 5th. Little farther from the water, than I would have thought.
Jeremy, 3 night business trip, Oct 14, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 2.0.Poor
DISAPPOINTED!!!
If I could do a zero I would!! Hotel has the appearance to be "nice" especially for the price. Room definitely need to be upgraded! Watching TV from bed we need glasses to watch because the size of the tv and the distance to be the bed HORRIBLE. There was a large slit on our wall we had to get a chair to investigate. It appeared to be an uncovered air vent and starting distorting the wall. The towels felt like sandpaper on our bodies, ouch! Calcium build up all over your the floors. Curtains old, discolored and need to be replaced. To top it all off our trip was cut short because we woke up to a tick in our room. Yes a real life tick that was NOT there yesterday. The thought of waking up to tick disgusted me to the fullest! Do not waste your money!!!!
LaToya, 1 night trip, Oct 8, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 6.0.Good
Filthy and old.
The hotel was in a state of disrepair. Carpets ripped in the hallway, scratched floors, dirty curtains and stained furniture. I will never stay here again.
2 night business trip, Oct 6, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 4.0.Fair
Understaffed?
Sink was clogged 5 minutes after arrival. Concierge, front desk, in-room dining all were unavailable from the time we arrived until we left for the evening. It seemed like there were not enough staff, which seems to be a problem everywhere. A little disappointing for that level of a room to not have basics like a nespresso machine or keurig. We went back home to sleep in our own home. Would not be our choice for a staycation.
1 night trip, Oct 2, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
Perfect locale!
I had such a great stay in the heart of San Diego. Palomar is perfectly situated right between the Gaslamp District and Little Italy so options for great dining and entertainment are plenty! I loved my room and the views of downtown.
3 night trip, Sep 29, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 2.0.Poor
Kimpton lost a customer forever. So unnecessary
I very rarely publicly criticize brands but one of the brands I have adored since their founding in the Bay Area. KIMPTON HOTELS, lost me and my company as a brand forever. I have been traveling for over 30 years and “early check in” has always been complimentary if a room was empty the night before. This has ALWAYS been the case at every hotel I have stayed at, on every continent. This specific. Hotel the Palomar in San Diego, I have frequented at least 20 nights over the past two years, not including my employee stays. In short we have spent $35,000 at this hotel minimum over the last two years. So this morning, imagine my shock when I was told by a very kind front desk manager that I had to pay a FULL DAY RATE to check-in early. He told me the new manager implemented this policy recently. Since I have a huge day in the studio, I kindly asked him to inform the manager that he just lost a loyal Kimpton customer forever and he also cost his brand a corporate account. Short term financial thinking costing a company a long term customer. Ridiculous.
Salvador, 2 night business trip, Sep 27, 2021
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 6.0.Good
Look elsewhere - many better options available
Booked 3 nights for a couples vacation in San Diego. Was deciding between this property and the nearby Carte Hotel. both had similar feel and amenities listed but decided to go with Palomar since a Kimpton would be a little nicer and cooler than the Carte which was a Hilton. I ended up regretting that decision almost as soon as we arrived. As others have pointed out, property has a very dated feel and looks rundown, especially in common areas like the lobby. On check-in, staff were friendly but seemed pretty clueless on the basics of hospitality. Eg - asked if there were any upgrades available, woman at counter seemed confused by the request until another clerk handed her a printout and asked "what was I looked for?" When it became clear they were looking at a rate card, I said "complementary" at which point I got a very abrupt "No complimentary upgrades!" reply. No mention of parking situation, nor need to book housekeeping 24 hours in advance, and oh BTW, we don't have any food cause kitchen still closed (also not mentioned on website) cause you know Covid. The do have small breakfast options - bagels, pastries, etc - but clearly run by people who've never been in food service before. Wrong orders everything takes forever. No problems with checkout but again everything took forever! How bout sending me an email with bill and allowing to checkout online? Clerk was helpful but never asked how our stay was. Staff not trained, no management or systems support.
John, 3 night trip, Sep 22, 2021
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