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The Sofia Hotel

3.5 star property
Historic hotel with restaurant, near San Diego Convention Center

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Nestled near the USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo, The Sofia Hotel offers a serene escape with a lobby fireplace and living plant wall. Relax at the on-site spa with aromatherapy, deep-tissue massages, or facials while staying connected with high-speed WiFi. Previous guests have raved about the helpful staff.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $81
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed Accessible

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
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Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
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Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premier Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, 2 Double Beds, Roll-in Shower, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Petco Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 21 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 33 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 39 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 48 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 6 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
  • Courthouse Station - 3 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 4 min walk
  • Civic Center Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Westin Lobby - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cava - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Sofia Hotel

When you stay at The Sofia Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. This historic hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of B Street Cruise Ship Terminal and Seaport Village. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Courthouse Station is 3 minutes and Civic Center Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 211 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 40.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1926
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and free wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Starbucks - Onsite coffee shop.
Tender Greens - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 23.80 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Business center/computer access
    • Faxes
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Newspaper
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • Sporting facilities or equipment

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 40.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 50 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Hotel Sofia
Sofia Hotel
Sofia Hotel San Diego
Sofia San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sofia Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sofia Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Sofia Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 50 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Sofia Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 40.00 per night. Valet parking costs USD 50 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sofia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Sofia Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. The Sofia Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near The Sofia Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Starbucks.

What's the area around The Sofia Hotel like?

The Sofia Hotel is in Downtown San Diego, a short 3-minute walk from Courthouse Station and 11 minutes' walk from San Diego Convention Center. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

The Sofia Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Pet access was warmly welcomed and included cats, with staff being very accommodating and friendly. (5 reviews)
  • The gym was well-equipped and accessible 24/7, a convenient and enjoyable experience. (6 reviews)
  • The property is located near many restaurants and bars within walking distance, offering convenient dining options. (12 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Great place to stay at a good price.
Bruce, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was great. The rooms are small, yet well outfitted for all your travel needs. Great location and friendly staff!
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff clean room
Andy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really like this hotel. The A/C worked perfectly, and the room was very clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay again.
Thomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, very convenient for walking around downtown san diego. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall, enjoyed the experience was wonderful!
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and staff. Not much amenities but good clean rooms. Downside is parking is outrageous for the property.
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sofia is our go to hotel in Downtown San Diego - we live outside of the city and it’s our choose hotel for staycation. It located in walking distance from everything downtown (Gas Lamp, Little Italy, Embarcadero, Seaport Village, East Village, Petco, Rady Shell, Balboa Theater, Civic Theater, etc). The typically have the best rates of anywhere in the area and the rooms are clean. It isn’t as updated as other places in the area, but it is the best value we’ve found.
Brant, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Received a free room upgrade and the room was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly.
Arlan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great front desk people
Gerald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Court Trip

I love this hotel very , clean personal very nice
Maria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean rooms, though very small, they were cozy. The location was good for going to both Seaport and GasLamp Quarter. Nesspresso coffee was yummy, digital panel to control room was easy to use. No resraurant or room service. I would stay again.
Deven, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Room 739, shower pressure was light... the room was small and bathroom, wssnt a fan of the noise.
ryan, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel overall was nice and clean
Citlaly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hey
Joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, helpful staff
Jeffrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean, wonderful city view, nice staff and walking to many areas. No car needed. Trolley was good Many really good restaurants. Easy walk to Marina
Lucia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Santo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is great!
Maria Lucia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay
jeff, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Hotel. Very close to Little Italy, The Whaley House, The San Diego Zoo, and many more locations.
Lorena, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay in a great location
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Paulina from the Front Desk gave is excellent costumer service, shoutout to her.
Omar, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay! The staff was very helpful and welcoming. We used the bicycles offered and enjoyed sightseeing.
Imelda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall it’s a cute hotel, this is our second time booking
Angel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great view and great location.

Great view and great location. Easy to get to downtown, the coast and balboa park.
Deborah, 3-night trip