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About this property
Are you looking for a perfect stay in the heart of downtown San Diego? Experience The Sofia Hotel, a lovingly renovated luxury boutique hotel that offers all the modern comforts while preserving its historic heritage. You’re in a great location, just two blocks from the Gaslamp District shops, entertainment and restaurants, the USS Midway and steps away from the Convention Center to name a few. Affordable nightly rates and fee include access to the 24-hour Health and Fitness Center, Yoga Studio Weekend Walkabout Tour and Business Center. Among the many in-room amenities in Sofia’s cozy rooms include the NESPRESSO in-room Coffee Experience, Premium Fine Linens and large Bath Towels, mini-fridge and microwave, 42” flat screen TV, Wi-Fi and ‘urban cruiser’ bicycles with helmets. You can also Purchase and enjoy Spa Treatments located within the hotel. You may also want to dine at Tender Greens Restaurant located on-site or Starbuck’s first ‘Pick up Store’ in San Diego. The smoke-free, pet-friendly Sofia Hotel is a member of the worldwide Historic Hotels of America Group and award-winning service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking on site
- WiFi available in all areas
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 extra-large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 double beds and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 double beds |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gilbert
France
“old fashion style but top location & excellente coffee” - Comenius
Slovakia
“The reception staff was friendly and helpful. The coffee maker and fridge in the room were a bonus. The hotel was calm, even though it is located 5 minutes' walk from a busy and lively Gaslamp area.” - Argha
India
“It has an excellent location and has a nice old world charm” - Jasper
United Kingdom
“The location is good and the building is interesting. The king room with sofabed is large enough and has three additional seats to keep the bed down.” - Linda
Canada
“Very clean. Centrally located. Offered a free 1 hr tour of the area which was awesome! Water and fruit in the lobby and coffee in the morning.” - Hallam
Switzerland
“I stayed for a night here for work, it was very comfortable!” - Anna
Italy
“Excellent location in downtown, walking distance to the seafront, gaslamp area and the restaurants. Friendly and helpful staff. Room was cleaned daily, coffee maker in the room, fridge and a small microwave. Room was of good size bed comfortable.” - Oleksii
Ukraine
“Nice clean, old-fashioned (in a good sense) hotel.” - Stephanie
Australia
“The staff were all friendly and accommodating. I lost an item one night and they were very helpful in finding it. The location is right within downtown and a short walk from Gaslamp. There are free candies at reception which was a nice touch.” - Nancy
United States
“We are longtime guests (since 2014) and love this boutique hotel with its unique (fossils) decor.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note: There is a USD 35 per night pet fee at the property.
Please note: Guests must be a minimum of 18 years of age with a valid ID and credit card to check-in at this hotel.
Please note: Reservations of 6 or more rooms is considered a group booking and will be subject to a different cancellation policy and prepayment requirements.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.