Kimpton Solamar Hotel

San Diego, California

Virgin rating

Shore Pool
Roof Terrace
LOUNGE six
Double Queen Room
Deluxe King Room
Double Queen Room
Shore Pool
Roof Terrace
LOUNGE six
Double Queen Room
Deluxe King Room
Double Queen Room

The hotel

Hip meets elegance, quirky and funky; this distinctive new boutique hotel has bright, contemporary rooms and a fun atmosphere, the epitome of urban coastal chic. Solamar, meaning sun and sea, is in a convenient location between the historic Gaslamp Quarter and the vibrant East Village area of downtown San Diego, with an indulgence of restaurants, bars and local shopping. The hotel's own restaurant, JSix serves creative cuisine, based on the world-renowned cooking of California, but with an added global twist. The 4th-floor outdoor pool area with its large, curving bar and plentiful loungers is a great place to hang out on days when you've decided to give the sightseeing a miss. The rooms have all the latest gadgets, such as flat screen TVs and WiFi access, and the hotel's nightly wine tasting is a sociable treat. The city's trolley system is just a short walk away.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

In the historic Gaslamp Quarter area, surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops. Also one block away from Petco Park, the baseball stadium. Two blocks from San Diego's famous trolley system, linking Gaslamp with Old Town, Del Mar (via the Coaster).

Hotel information

235 rooms on 10 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, flat screen TV with DVD/CD player, gourmet mini-bar, WiFi*, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Deluxe King Rooms, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Deluxe Queen Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

JSix restaurant serving Californian cuisine with a global twist. Bar serving great cocktails and snacks. 4th-floor outdoor pool with large deck overlooking Petco Park and downtown. Pool bar. Health club with fitness room. WiFi*. Complimentary evening wine hour. 24-hour room service*. Business centre. Valet parking $41 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $25 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: A resort fee of $20 plus tax per room, per day is payable locally and includes the following benefits:

- WiFi

- Local and domestic long distance calls

- Select business/printing services

- Public bike usage, based on availability

- Yoga classes on the pool deck on select days

Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (36)
  • Very good (6)
  • Average (4)
  • Poor (0)
  • Terrible (2)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice hotel but a snoozer

Dec 8, 2023 mrpalmbeach Boca Raton, Florida

I have been to a few Jimmy Buffet hotels and it was fun but this one was kind of boring no hype no one going to the Land Shark bar or the roof top bar for a resort fee what do you get? They talk a big game but the hotel is Boring at least Hard Rock W hotel is fun no perks being a hotel guest like other Margaritiville hotels have or give its a nice… Read more
I have been to a few Jimmy Buffet hotels and it was fun but this one was kind of boring no hype no one going to the Land Shark bar or the roof top bar for a resort fee what do you get? They talk a big game but the hotel is Boring at least Hard Rock W hotel is fun no perks being a hotel guest like other Margaritiville hotels have or give its a nice boring hotel Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Getaway to Paradise

Dec 4, 2023 Spenser B

It was a nice little get away at a cute little place. I enjoyed the live music and the ease of access to nearby restaurants and bars and also the ease of access to the harbor. I also was able easily to get to a beach on Coronado island which was a refreshing calm vibe compared to the upbeat vibe and pace of like Mission Beach or Pacific Beach
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Hotel in the Gaslamp District

Nov 28, 2023 mike h Sacramento, California

Great property, great location. The rooms are very fresh with comfy beds. Land Shark restaurant Huevos Rancheros we some of the best I have ever had. 5 O'clock pool bar and rooftop pool area very nice as well.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great place to stay with your loved ones and 4 legged friend.

Nov 20, 2023 Faye T

My husband and I stayed there for my birthday weekend. We needed a dog friendly hotel because we decided to bring our dog. Everyone that worked there was very nice to us and our dog, when we realized we forgot her bowls they were kind enough to send 2 to our room. I told them it was my birthday and they gave us some great tasting champagne. When I… Read more
My husband and I stayed there for my birthday weekend. We needed a dog friendly hotel because we decided to bring our dog. Everyone that worked there was very nice to us and our dog, when we realized we forgot her bowls they were kind enough to send 2 to our room. I told them it was my birthday and they gave us some great tasting champagne. When I needed the feathers bedding changed out it was not a problem and they had no problem keeping our car for an extra hour so we could get breakfast before we got on the road. The hotel it’s self is beautiful and the decor lets you know it’s ok to relax and you should chill and breathe. The upstairs bar is nice and the pool is nice I would imagine during the summer it would be busy with people trying to cool down. Read less
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Nov 20, 2023 Luc L

Decoration is great, hotel is very comfortable and very well situated, downtown. Very tendy. Rooms are big enough, food and drinks are great. The pool area is fun to go. A place you must spend your next vacation to.