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Reviews of Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown 3 stars

1747 Pacific Highway, Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA 92101, United States

#105 of 255 hotels in San Diego

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 332 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    8.0
    Better than the Hampton Inn....
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I didn't know that there was a parking fee, and none of the staff mentioned/asked if I had a car to register to the hotel. I got a parking notice/ticket for the first night in their parking lot. The front desk said that I didn't have to pay for the first night but will have to pay for the second night ($40, I think).... Also the sofa bed, according to my son, wasn't very comfortable.

    The room was very spacious and clean, and I appreciated that there were many places (chairs/seats) to sit in the room. The breakfast options were great and I appreciated the fresh fruit. The pool was nicely heated (even at night). The exercise room was clean and well kept; the machines worked like new.... Also, although our room was on the ocean side (but had street view because we were on the first floor), I didn't hear any train or airplane noises, so I really appreciate that!

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast must have been good but the sausage was so spicy for the kids.

    Location

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    9.0
    We had a very pleasant time in a comfortable, spacious room. The pool and grill made it even more enjoyable. The breakfa
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It didn't happen every day, but on Sundays, breakfast time is shorter, and they started cleaning up after breakfast and taking things away even though we hadn't had time to eat them. The kids wanted milk and cereal, which the staff hid and didn't give us even though we asked. I think that on Sundays, breakfast should be longer and stress-free.

    Location close to atraction and waterfront park, comfortable room, clean,servis room amazing .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    7.0
    Good Value for Money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facility is a bit older, but this was acceptable. The AC was very loud in the room and the bathtub exhibited some rust. I believe some updates to the room's interior might be beneficial.

    Great location, which makes enjoying San Diego very convenient. The hotel crew were helpful and kind, the served breakfast was good and perfectly enough.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    9.0
    Great stay overall.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Elevator was too hot.

    Spacious rooms and great staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    7.0
    Decent hotel was clean love the pool area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms bathroom and carpet could be redone, magnet card door a bit outdated. Bathtub showers we had in 1990 not today’s standard, neither the toilet that is for dwarfs. Breakfast could rotate some other warm options like gravy.

    Location close to little italy

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    8.0
    This is a great place to stay, located near the marina, restaurants on your door step in Little Italy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive parking at $40 a night WiFi’s a bit hit and miss Breakfast finishes a bit early at 9am

    Comfortable suite Clean Pickle ball sets available with courts opposite Close to Little Italy

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    9.0
    Good enough
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Parking should be free. The extra fifth bed is awfully uncomfortable.

    Wi-Fi great. Breakast good

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    9.0
    Good property and stay, Parking is questionable though.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking, parking lot is small and expensive for the stay. $40/day makes no sense. Location also has homeless nearby, didn't always feel safe especially with infant.

    Convenient location, breakfast was good.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    9.0
    Thank you, we look forward to the next stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I would suggest is to get a more comfortable mattress on the pull out couch as that was a little uncomfortable with the hard springs.

    Our view was breathtaking of the SD harbor. The full kitchen was great and the room was spacious. The location was great being walking distance to the Harbor and Little Italy. Nice, clean and comfortable. The staff was exceptional as so accommodating.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    8.0
    Good and bad vibrations San Diego.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The noise of the room! The AC was unbearable and therefor we turned it off to sleep. The refrigerator was SO NOISY! again we turned it off to sleep. The room was physically vibrating the whole time, I suspect from the AC units from all the other rooms. Even using very good earplugs the vibrations emanating through the walls and floors would wake me and I'm not a light sleeper. I did ask for a room switch but the hotel was full and they couldn't accommodate this request. For this reason alone I would choose a different hotel for my next visit to San Diego.

    The location is excellent. It's very close to the Little Italy trolley station which gives you access to all public transport. The breakfast was good with hot and fresh options. The ladies did an excellent job of keeping everything topped up! The staff at the front desk were friendly and helpful. We didn't use the pool but it looked nice with lots of loungers and tables.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fridge was dented, the bathroom lighting was a bit like a strobe light whenever it first came on. One bathroom had an uneven tub with standing water in the lower part.

    The park across the street with free equipment to check out at the front desk was an unexpected perk! The location right on the bay was beautiful. The rooms were spacious!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The rooms are so old, The double beds tiny.And our door was always stuck when you completely closed it, We had to fight hard to open it. Also there was an awful smell I think coming from the carpets every time you entered the room. The whole building needs a serious upgrade.

    I LIKED THE POOL AREA AND THE BBQ. And my kids loved the cookies at the reception. The basket ball pitch across was also interesting.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a little dated although not a big issue. One of the showers was a little dirty but otherwise everything else clean.

    Great location near the marina and little Italy. Lovely pool area and gym. Had a free room upgrade which was a nice touch. Really good breakfast with lots of options!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is expensive, would recommend to explore cheaper parking nearby the property.

    Good location, very close to little Italy which has great options for hanging out and restaurants.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The carpert

    Breakfast

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    9.0
    We celebrated our anniversary in the location was perfect with entertainment and restaurants.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was described as “sea view” but it was mostly the county building.

    The location was premium. walking, public transportation, were excellent choices. Trolley service was 1 block away.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    9.0
    Great place if you want to be in the Little Italy neighborhood.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom sink was clogged.

    Great location, walking epistemology from where I needed to be for most of a weddings venues. Also, great for sightseeing along the ocean. Breakfast was decent. Soundproofing was excellent. There was a house music fest going on across PCH and we couldn't hear it from the room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No safes within hotel rooms and were located at reception, however staff were unable to open them so we couldn’t store our passports etc securely. Staff weren’t overly friendly and breakfast was nice but super busy/cramped with limited seats and tables.

    Location of the property was fantastic. Pool area was lovely. Rooms were spacious and well appointed. Hotel grounds were clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking cosy was not included

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    8.0
    great location awesome breakfast clean rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 5 nights

    nothing all very good

    breakfast really good

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only suggestion would please add a kettle to kitchen to boil water. We heated a saucepan of water.

    We ended up here at short notice due to Hilton Downtown overbooking us for holiday weekend. What wonderful.luck! Staff here are FABULOUS, very helpful, made home made cookies for guests. Facilities are dated in rooms, but excellent bed & pillows, spacious & super clean. Lovely clean large pool w fire pit & BBQ. Decent breakfast w lots variety. Lots of young familes staying here. Very central location can walk to tram station too.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great breakfast

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Putrid smells coming through the vents when the AC was turned on

    Space. The bed, the shower!!! Awesome

    Stayed in July 2025

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