Kimpton Alma

San Diego, California

Virgin rating

Pool Bar
Lobby Lounge
Deluxe King
Deluxe Guestroom with Two Double Beds
Lobby Lounge
Pool Lounge
Skyline King Room
Premier One Bedroom Suite
Pool Bar
Lobby Lounge
Deluxe King
Deluxe Guestroom with Two Double Beds
Lobby Lounge
Pool Lounge
Skyline King Room
Premier One Bedroom Suite

The hotel

We love the chill out spaces at this chic hotel. Firstly there’s the Palomar’s lobby living room where you’ll find the evening drinks reception and morning hot drinks. You should also try the soulful Mexican street food at Curadero, the hotel’s flagship restaurant — the cocktails are good here too. At the outdoor rooftop pool and lounge there’s more cocktails, plus a pool menu and great views of downtown. Talking of downtown, if you want to stroll out, you’re near the shop and restaurants of the Victorian Gaslamp District and an easy walk to the waterfront.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Near the Gaslamp district, a hub of dining, drinking and entertainment spots, and within a walk of the Financial District. It is also surrounded by theatres, galleries, museums, and live music venues, and is 2 blocks from Westfield Horton Plaza, a 5 tier open-air shopping mall.

Hotel information

211 rooms. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, WiFi*, alarm clock, honour bar* (with gourmet and organic treats, restocked on request), glass rainforest shower, yoga mat, hairdryer, iron and board and bathrobes. Fridges* and microwaves on request*. Deluxe Rooms have 1 queen-size or 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Rooms with Two Double Beds have large windows, and 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Premier Rooms with One King Bed have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Skyline View Rooms with One Queen or King Bed are on floors 16-20, and have large windows, partial San Diego or pool deck view, and 1 queen-size or 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Skyline Corner Studio Balcony Rooms with King Bed have a corner location giving wider views of San Diego, a balcony, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Curadero (vibrant Mexican street food and cocktails, daily breakfast, weekend brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour). Level Four Pool Deck and Lounge (summertime bar serving light bites, cocktails, and music). Arriba Room (hang-out lounge above Curadero, with vintage arcade games, foosball and pool tables) Evening wine hour. Morning coffee and tea service. Heated rooftop infinity pool. 24-hour fitness centre. In-room spa services*. Kimpton-bespoke bikes (first come, first served). WiFi*. ‘Forgot It? We’ve Got It’ service (essential travel items, from chargers to straighteners). 24-hour room service*. Concierge service. Laundry/dry cleaning service*. Valet parking $53 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change. Discounts for hybrid cars).

This hotel has a resort fee of $30 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - Hotel Bird Scooter access + $5 credit per stay - $10 daily food & beverage credit to be used in The Café or The Desmond restaurant - Two aluminum bottled waters (recyclable & reusable) in your room upon arrival - PressReader Access - Upgraded Wi-Fi speed throughout the hotel’s guest rooms and public spaces for up to 5 devices (Normally a $14.99 charge) - Business printing services & package handling (please see the Do You Offer Business Printing Services & Package Handling FAQ for more details). Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.  

*Denotes local charge

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (187)
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  • Poor (8)
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May 5, 2024 Zach G

Extremely kind and courteous staff. Quite attentive to things going on a d will help if needed. Only complaint would be with valet....waited over 2 hours for my vehicle and when I did receive the vehicle it had a flat tire.
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May 1, 2024 Tiffany H

Nice place. Comfy beds. Loved texting with the front desk instead of calling a number. Had dinner when I got in and the food was good. Some street noise at night but expected for the location.
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May 1, 2024 Ron S Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

As an IHG rewards member I was delighted to be warmly greeted and upgraded to a suite! The suite was very nice and comfortable. The pool area is nice and I did sit out there quite a bit. But it was quite chilly and windy. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. If I need to offer a few negatives people in groups at wine hour were so LOUD… Read more
As an IHG rewards member I was delighted to be warmly greeted and upgraded to a suite! The suite was very nice and comfortable. The pool area is nice and I did sit out there quite a bit. But it was quite chilly and windy. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. If I need to offer a few negatives people in groups at wine hour were so LOUD and so are those damned LOUD buzzers in the trolley cars. You can really hear those 14 flights up! Read less
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Apr 29, 2024 Marvin G Pasadena, United States

It was an awesome experience all the way around. Room, food, staff were all on point. My limited time didn't allow me to experience using all of the hotels amenities, but the restaurant and bar more than made up for taking advantage of the gym or pool. We'll be back.
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Apr 26, 2024 Stacy L

My stay was complete with a great room, beautiful views from my balcony, and amazing breakfast at the Cafe. Noah at the Front Desk checked us in and even remembered our names as we'd pass by in the lobby to ask us how we were doing. So much to do in San Diego and this hotel is located in the heart of it all!