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 (89)
  • Very good (13)
  • Average (5)
  • Poor (1)
  • Terrible (3)
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Apr 17, 2024 Tony I Toronto, Canada

Pleasure to stay here. From the time you arrive one feels valued. Special mention to front desk staff, especially Tiffany. Seamless check in with a contagious smile. Rooms are bright and clean. Metric coffee is greatly appreciated. Hotel located near everything in San Diego….pubs, restaurants, conference centre and Padres stadium . Looking forward… Read more
Pleasure to stay here. From the time you arrive one feels valued. Special mention to front desk staff, especially Tiffany. Seamless check in with a contagious smile. Rooms are bright and clean. Metric coffee is greatly appreciated. Hotel located near everything in San Diego….pubs, restaurants, conference centre and Padres stadium . Looking forward to my next stay here. Read less
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Apr 15, 2024 Natalia d

Our experience was extraordinary. The attention to detail from the staff was amazing. We loved our studio suite, perfect for families! The hotel is in a perfect location, right at the heart of San Diego and so close to so many bars and restaurants. Their food options was also amazing and so good!!!
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Apr 9, 2024 Kevin G

Such a wonderful hotel. In the middle of Gas Lamp close to everything. Thank you Kendra for making my experience and birthday special. Also Bret was making amazing tasty drinks at the bar! If you want to stay close to great restaurants and catch a padres game, this is a must stay hotel!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location. Great hotel. Friendly staff.

Apr 9, 2024 jahxbee Raynham, Massachusetts

What a great hotel. I stayed in March for a business trip. The hotel is clean, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and the location is top notch. I would give 6 stars if possible!! I ate at Land Shark two nights. The fish tacos were so good I had to go back for more. Next time I am in San Diego there is nowhere else I would think of staying.
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Apr 8, 2024 Joe G Phoenix, Arizona

I just spent the weekend and had a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly and efficient. I will be going back this summer to enjoy the rooftop pool area. The restaurant has great food. I was surprised to find out how close it is to the stadium.