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

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Kimpton Alma (Palomar) Always Hits

Jul 12, 2024 Phillip S Fullerton, California

Great hotel. Wonderfully appointed. Modern design. Excellent food. Dedicated staff. Can’t wait to return. While we miss the old Palomar’s second floor, the remodel to the Alma is gorgeous. We try to visit “quarter”ly. It’s a very special hotel perfect for a quick staycation to hang in The Gaslamp Quarter!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating TOP NOTCH!

Jul 8, 2024 Y E

Honestly 200 min characters is not enough for me to describe how awesome our stay at Kimpton Alma was. We were diverted to Kimpton Alma due to Hurricane Beryl. Bible says, if your plans fall thru, it's because GOD had better plans for you! He did indeed. Kimpton Alma was top notch in every aspect of the word, especially the staff and service. We… Read more
Honestly 200 min characters is not enough for me to describe how awesome our stay at Kimpton Alma was. We were diverted to Kimpton Alma due to Hurricane Beryl. Bible says, if your plans fall thru, it's because GOD had better plans for you! He did indeed. Kimpton Alma was top notch in every aspect of the word, especially the staff and service. We are truly appreciative of one special human in particular, Valerie! You are a special one! Thank you also, to Shane, Stella, Gabriel, Raven, Arya, and Rooster. We're already looking forward to our next stay at Kimpton Alma. As long as Valerie and the whole squad is there. THANK YOU! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Don’t stay here!!

Jul 7, 2024 Elizabeth S

Don’t stay here!! They rent their pool out to the public (packed crowds of drunk kids partying). Loud, blaring music all day, which you hear from the rooms. The pool was so packed you couldn’t fit one more person in it. What should be a nice, relaxing hotel amenity is the exact opposite - and the hotel is making a profit while the guests get to… Read more
Don’t stay here!! They rent their pool out to the public (packed crowds of drunk kids partying). Loud, blaring music all day, which you hear from the rooms. The pool was so packed you couldn’t fit one more person in it. What should be a nice, relaxing hotel amenity is the exact opposite - and the hotel is making a profit while the guests get to suffer. No black out curtains in the rooms, with shades that don’t even properly fit so light comes in constantly. Sad coffee bar. This hotel is not up to Kimpton standard. Stay elsewhere and don’t waste your money. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good Hotel in good location

Jul 4, 2024 Markus W

Nice Hotel in a good Location, quiet room, good gym an good coffee in the morning. We had to go to the Convention Center which was a nice 10 minutes Walk. The free coffee in the Morning and the Wine in the afternoon was nice. The poolarea looked nice but we did. Not have the time to try.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice hotel but they chose a poor location

Jun 30, 2024 Justinmarcopolo London, United Kingdom

Nicely designed hotel with comfortable beds and nice sized rooms. The lobby is fun and inviting. The big issue with this hotel is that is sits seemingly in the epicenter of the homeless. There is a train station around the corner and the homeless congregate around it. I don’t recommend this hotel for families and if you are risk averse.