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The Sofia

locationDowntown/Gaslamp District, San Diego - CA

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About The SofiaAbout The Sofia

Location

This hotel warmly welcomes guests in San Diego.

Facility

The hotel has a lift and features 211 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities available at the hotel include a baggage storage service, safe, cash machine and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, a car hire service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. The rooms have a queen-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. Further amenities include an ironing set and a trouser press. A telephone, satellite television, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. As an extra convenience, bathrooms provide cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sport

For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers cycling/mountain biking. Water sports enthusiasts are offered diving. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, yoga and callisthenics. The wellness area features various facilities, such as a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and massage treatments.

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a café and a bar. A fortifying breakfast is served daily. Staff are also happy to provide children's meals.

Amenities at The Sofia Amenities at The Sofia

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      Air conditioning

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      Bar(s)

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      Bicycle Cellar

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      Bicycle Hire

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      Café

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      Car Park

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      Conference Room

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      Disability-friendly

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      Garage

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      Hairdresser

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Facilities

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      Laundry Service

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      Lifts

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      Pets

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Room Service

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      Shops

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      TV Room

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      Health checks on staff

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      Housekeeping only upon request

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      Hygiene training for staff

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      No high-touch furnishings

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Packaged meals

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      Protective equipment for employees

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      Protective equipment for guests

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      Protective hygiene screens

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      Protective masks for guests

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      Sanitiser dispenser

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Sport/Entertainment

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      Aerobics

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      Cycling/Mountain Biking

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      Diving

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      Gym

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      Massage

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      Sauna

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      Steam bath

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Beach

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User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

972

Very Good

791

Average

330

Poor

159

Terrible

118

Recent Reviews: 2370

  • User:Tourist18330756069

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    Had a great stay.

    rating08 Jun 2026

    The location was great. The room was neat and clean. The front desk staff were especially helpful when it turned out I had booked for the wrong date and they were able to fix things for me on the fly without additional charge. I'm very grateful to Mia at the front desk.

  • User:Ahren D

    Trip type:

    Great experience and hospitality!

    rating07 Jun 2026

    Great experience! The staff are amazing! Great hospitality and guest services. Will recommend The Sofia Hotel to anyone staying in San Diego.

  • User:Kevin H

    Trip type: Business

    Very cool hotel with old world charm and modern amenities.

    rating07 Jun 2026

    Very cool hotel with old world charm and modern amenities. My favorite part was actually the three staircases that joined each floor. Good restaurants within walking distance and a Starbucks immediately outside was a bonus for me. Nice 24-hr gym, too. Great staff, too. I never thought the quality of the valet would make a difference, but every single on of them was top notch.

  • User:Roving49879455468

    Trip type: Family

    Rude and Disgusting

    rating05 Jun 2026

    Small claustrophobic rooms,ghetto atmosphere. Smells like still water the minute you enter the front door. The main attraction is absolutely the rude and disrespectful, condescending ah HOTEL STAFF! Even though you barely see them, you can guarantee the times that you do they will act stuck-up and rude.

  • User:Tiffany S

    Trip type:

    Loved the Hotel, Hated the Parking

    rating31 May 2026

    Location: 5/5Excellent location. It's about a 15-minute walk to the heart of Little Italy, close to the trolley line, and convenient to restaurants, attractions, and transportation. If you enjoy walking, it's a great home base for exploring San Diego.Atmosphere: 5/5This is a charming boutique hotel with a lot of character. If you prefer unique, smaller hotels over large chain properties, you'll likely enjoy it.Rooms: 5/5My room was very clean, the bed was extremely comfortable, and I appreciated the larger-than-expected refrigerator and microwave. The TV included YouTube and streaming apps, which allowed me to watch my son's MMA fight from the room.Value: 5/5Excellent value, especially over Memorial Day weekend when hotel rates are typically much higher. I felt I received a lot for the price.Cleanliness: 5/5Everything was clean and well-maintained. No complaints at all.Noise Level: 5/5Surprisingly quiet. I had no issues with noise during my stay.Service: 5/5The staff was fantastic. Check-in and check-out were both quick and efficient. Everyone I encountered was friendly, welcoming, and consistently acknowledged guests with a smile.Amenities: 4/5This is a boutique hotel, so don't expect resort-style amenities like a pool. However, I loved the complimentary cold filtered water station, and the room amenities were excellent.Parking: 1/5Unfortunately, the parking situation is the hotel's biggest weakness. There are very few spaces available, no convenient area for guests to temporarily pull up during check-in, and it appears that parking passes may be sold beyond the number of available spaces. We paid for parking, left for the evening, and returned to find every spot full. If you're planning to bring a vehicle or have friends and family driving you around, be prepared for a frustrating experience.Overall: 4/5I really enjoyed my stay and would absolutely stay here again. The hotel is clean, comfortable, charming, and in a great location. If you don't need a vehicle, it's an easy recommendation. The parking situation is the only reason I couldn't give it a perfect score. John M, General Manager at The Sofia Hotel, responded to this review Thank you for staying with us Tiffany and taking the time to provide a comprehensive review of your stay at the Sofia Hotel recently. We're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us. Hopefully, we'll see you at the Sofia Hotel San Diego again soon as the hotel celebrates it's 'centennial' one hundred year birthday as historic landmark property.

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