Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego

Let’s start with the big ticket item - The daily FREE happy hour!!! What an awesome concept. Everyday you can go down to the bar between 4pm & 6pm for free craft beer and excellent snacks. Our room was excellent - large, clean, nice views. The customer service excellent with friendly, helpful and engaged staff wanting to ensure you had a great stay amAND a great time in their city. There is nowhere else to stay in my opinion. Read less

Celebrated my wife's birthday. Carey Carnahan set it all up for us, and Alfredo and Mario served us. We had an elvis impersonator in a cozy setting.. it was fantastic. The whole hotel staff knew about it, and we had a fantastic time and stay here. Our son graduated from Marines basic training the following week so we stayed on. The location is perfect, we got treated exceptionally well by the front desk staff. The event went off perfectly. I don't write hotel reviews, but based on how well we got treated here, I felt compelled. Read less

I want to recognize the amazing service I received from Steve at the Kipmton Hotel Palomar San Diego! Steve handled multiple requests that I had with confidence, grace and very quickly. I called day of to ask about surprising my girlfriend for our anniversary by having some chocolates delivered to the room... Steve took my call, handled my request with ease. Fast forward 6 hours later when I am checking in, and I am greeted by my man, Steve! He checked us in, upgraded my room (for no charge!), didn't say a word about the surprise anniversary chocolates being sent to the room and then even followed up with a quick text to make sure everything was as I wanted... and it was. Much appreciated, Steve! You made my day and week, and I know you did the same for my girlfriend. Thank you again, I really appreciate you going above and beyond! -Mark W. Read less

I stayed Palomar San Diego for 4 nights for business. I didn't LOVE it, but like it generally, and strongly consider coming back. Pros: (1) In the middle of the downtown, walkable to gaslight neighborhood and the shore area , walkable (a bit long though) to Little Italy. (2) Cool decor, what you expect from a Kimpton hotel. I particular like that they have hardwood floor. (3) It's also standard at Kimption, but water all day, and wines in the evening, at the reception area. (4) Efficient staff. Check-in/out was efficient. (5) Free wifi, (I think) with Kimpton membership. (6) I didn't try, but the cafe/restaurant (tacos) seems cool and good. Cons: (1) Not on the shore... The view from my room was... nothing. (2) I wish they have espesso (I think some Kimpton has Nespresso machine, which this hotel doesn't have, and I have to walk a couple of blocks for a decent cup of espresso) instead of water-ly coffee. Read less

I just left a one night stay at the Kimpton Hotel Palomar in San Diego where I shared a room with my mom to celebrate her birthday. We loved our stay so much that I had to hop right on here and leave a review! First off, this hotel is gorgeous and the location is great right in the heart of downtown San Diego! We loved the decor and ambiance and the spa water they served in the lobby. My mom got a great deal and took a gamble on this place on Hotels Tonight, and it definitely was worth it! What really sets this hotel apart is the amazing customer service. From the moment we arrived we were treated with such kindness and genuine care that we were blown away. Ana (I think that’s her name) was working the concierge/front desk and she was super sweet. Cameron working the concierge/front desk last night was also great! We got back from a late night comedy show, and asked him when checkout was, and he offered to give us a late checkout! Very helpful after the late night. And we can’t forget the bellman/porter, Jeremy! He was so helpful with luggage and remembered us the next day when we were checking out and even asked us how the comedy show was! He was also kind enough to retrieve a bag I forgot in our car which had already been taken by the valet and brought it to our room. We also enjoyed dinner at the on-property restaurant, Curadero. We would definitely get a bite to eat or a drink there again! We ordered a grilled ham and cheese from the late night room service menu. It was a bit pricey but was delicious and delivered promptly and with a smile. :) Mom and I both agreed that if we ever need to stay in downtown San Diego again was would definitely book this hotel. Not just because of the amenities and location, but the great customer care provided by the entire team! Thanks everyone! Read less