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The Sofia Hotel

3.5 star property
Historic San Diego hotel in Downtown San Diego with a full-service spa

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Exterior
Lobby
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, aromatherapy
Room, 2 Double Beds
Restaurant

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$340
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

Explore the area

Map
150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Port of San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Double Beds, View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner

Room, 1 Queen Bed, View, Corner

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed, View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San Diego

The Sofia Hotel places you in the centre of San Diego, within just a 15-minute stroll of San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum. Highlights at this historic hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, facials and aromatherapy. 2 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Balboa Park and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from San Diego Zoo.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 11 min walk
  • USS Midway Museum - 14 min walk
  • Petco Park - 16 min walk
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Courthouse Station - 3 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 6 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tender Greens - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Sofia Hotel

Historic San Diego hotel in Downtown San Diego with a full-service spa
The Sofia Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Spa services, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Sofia Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 211 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1926
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Sofia Hotel offers 211 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, French, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Starbucks
  • Tender Greens

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 19.07 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Fitness centre access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Sofia
Sofia Hotel
Sofia Hotel San Diego
Sofia San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sofia Hotel?

The Sofia Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sofia Hotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sofia Hotel on 4 Mar 2025 start from NZ$306.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Sofia Hotel?

Yep, The Sofia Hotel has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 40.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Sofia Hotel?

The closest beach to The Sofia Hotel is Mission Beach (10.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Sofia Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Sofia Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, facials and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.

What makes The Sofia Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a champagne service, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Sofia Hotel.

Is The Sofia Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and free bike rentals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Sofia Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sofia Hotel?

No, The Sofia Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Sofia Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Sofia Hotel's onsite restaurant.The dining venue is closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sofia Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sofia Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at The Sofia Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Sofia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 706 out of 1431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 204 out of 1431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1431 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice spot
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adorable hotel
Wonderful! Room was small but very clean and quiet. The only problem was an internet outage on the 2nd night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

DIANA

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great smaller hotel, walking distance to all attractions, and grocery store, I would stay in this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
It’s hard to separate by the stars, I didn’t have a problem with the room cleanliness, the staff there did great making sure the room was clean. It was the front desk guy who checked us in was very rude. Also the ac unit was waking us up every 10 mins turning off and on when there was no setting to just keep it on. Staff didn’t care when it was brought to their attention. Also when doing the self parking the guy at the front desk when called was rude about where to park and there was no clear postage of where hotel guest can park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed are stay and we were very comfortable with the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Terhi Erika

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay in general, good firm bed, pleasant surprise you had duvet sheets ( European/Scandinavian blanket inside a sheet "bag" totally awesome. Feel that the resort fee should be dropped since there is NO restaurant or breakfast possibility. I was there only to sleep/shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

I liked everything
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect as usual!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gilbert

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jenna

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very loud and not well kept
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Paul, Breaux Bridge

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika, Yuma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Discounted Parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay great atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, historic hotel in a great, central location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

gel paula

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sebastien

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
- The shower was not draining properly and any use of it over 3 minutes would have flooded the bathroom. - The TV was working on/off all the time. - Closet doors were so badly adjusted that I thought they breank when opening them, very noisy and not practical. - Half the numbers on the safe were not working Bathroom door was very noisy and almost coming off the track on opening - Staff was very polite but probably one of the worst room I ever had, specially for that kind of money.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was around $18/night. Very cute and clean. Rooms are tiny but have everything you need. Excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024