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Reviews of The Guild Hotel San Diego Downtown, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel 4 stars

500 West Broadway, Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA 92101, United States

#59 of 255 hotels in San Diego

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 636 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    9.0
    Great hotel close to the train station and the pier.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No mini coffee maker or mini fridge in the room. Room a little small for fee.

    Great location and a block away from train station. Comfortable bed. Pretty hotel. Food was good but takes a long time to get served.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    7.0
    It was pleasant with the exception of the maid, taking until five in the afternoon to clean our room one day.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms needed more storage. The air conditioning was difficult to adjust. The breakfast was extraordinarily limited. It was fine, but I expected better.

    It was clean and it was attractive, and the location was terrific

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Overall, I scored it an 8 because I was able to get a good rate; but if I had to pay more, then I would've scored it a 7 or maybe 6 because the room was very small, and the small table and chair were in a corner and weren't terribly comfortable. It also wasn't sound-proof, but I was lucky that I didn't have noisy neighbors. There was no coffee machine in the room, although there was an option of calling them to bring one. The coffee they provided in the lobby/restaurant wasn't great even though it was advertised as "Intelligentsia". On the other hand, the coffee that cost extra was great! Although the breakfast was ok; please be advised not to be in a hurry because it will take a long time for the staff to get to you. First day, I made the mistake of coming down at 9 am, and it took me an hour to finish breakfast - of which it only took me 10 minutes to eat. There is also no ramp up the stairs going into the main lobby. Either you carry your bag, or one of their staff will do it for you ( in which case, I was compelled to tip).

    The location and the history of the building are its main selling points for me. I like that they had an enclosed outdoor area with trees. The soap, shampoo, and body lotion were great! The breakfast that came with the cost of the room was also great. Overall, staff were attentive and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I am waiting for over 30 minutes to got my breakfast. a lot of people waiting too , but just 3 people service us

    Location is good

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Small rooms but clean and good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Included breakfast was very limited. Also rooms very extremely small.

    Great Location. Overall a good hotel!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    9.0
    It was a very nice place to stay for a short time period of
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The AC in our room was a bit tricky.

    Love the decor of the hotel very quaint.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2025

    7.0
    Overall pricey for small room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was so small compared to the last time my husband stayed there. The price is crazy for the size of the room

    The staff was very friendly

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Parker was amazing. He was very helpful and accommodating. He went above and beyond to ensure my stay was great. He definitely deserves a raise and or promotion

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    9.0
    Very pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Smaller Cozy Queen Room - Hearing Accessible
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The included breakfast was not as I expected it should be. It didn’t come with eggs

    Stylish, clean, location

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room i originally reserved at the last minute was great, just a little small for my taste. I had trouble with the air condition unit turning on so the staff promptly came to resolve the problem by checking the unit and immediately switching my room to an upgraded room at 2am in the morning, 5 stars for the staff that night.

    Everything with one exception. My first room, a little small but the sccond room, exactly as I like it.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    9.0
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Guild City Level Loft
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Great location near Harbour. Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    7.0
    Watch out and fight for yours. Except that hotel is good.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 4 nights

    First option room in a basement. Check out - charging me for fake dinner. Only tiny breakfast included - good quality, very tiny.

    Nice hotel.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    9.0
    Excellent and we will comeback for sure!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No parking🥴

    The property is Clean and relaxing

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel is located a few blocks from the Santa Fe train station and the waterfront, so was easy to get around. The breakfast and dinner were also good, and the room was really nice.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great apartment, right downtown, close to restaurants and the dock. Staff were friendly.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    8.0
    Good location and comfy bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My account was deducted twice on pre authorization on two different cards (both from my Revolut account) One of the payment has been settled after I checked out. But the other one is still on hold till now, and I have to wait till late May if the hotel doesn’t release the fund earlier. I tried to contact them on booking but no response. Complimentary breakfast was very small and simple.

    Location is great with public parking right behind Clean and comfy bed

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    "There was no place to leave the suitcase, no closet, just some improvised hangers. The rest was initially okay."

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    7.0
    Stylish hotel in good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice hotel in good location. Room was stylish and comfortable - the shower door leaked water into the bathroom area which then became very slippery - local car park just behind hotel was convenient. Complimentary continental breakfast was fairly decent. No coffee machine / fridge in room.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2025

    9.0
    The Guild, I will be back.💛
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The blinds are NOT black out! It says they are on line. ( They should be, as it was very bright in the room even when the blinds were down ) 😔 No swimming pool. ( But they are building one )

    The location, staff was very friendly. Very comfortable room. 😀 I will definitely be back!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    8.0
    Amazing breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

    the room was very small

    breakfast was amazing and delicious. Front employees were also amazing

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to little

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable sleep, in a good location. Would come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Classic style, courtyards and bar area were great.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mirrors entirely comprising one wall of the room

    Location, foyer,comfortable room.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2025

    9.0
    Charming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Room, 1 Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Snack shop was a bit pricey….but convenient.

    Location was fantastic! Room was charming! Staff was friendly and attentive.

    Stayed in February 2025

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