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The Sofia Hotel

150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
The Sofia Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 1278 reviews from 7 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Real Travel - Review Analyzer
Highly Recommended
Based on 1278 reviews
from 7 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "I would recommend the sofia hotel to others for a short stay." source Skoosh

    "We would recommend it." source Skoosh

    "I would recommend The Sofia Hotel to anybody interested in staying in downtown San Diego." source Hotels.com

    "Overall I would give the hotel an excellent." source Hotels.com

    "Great hotel for the price paid per night." source Hotels.com

  • Clean: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "This hotel was immaculate and very beautiful." source Skoosh

    "The rooms were impeccably clean, and the hotel was in a fantastic location." source Orbitz

    "While our room was quite small and we only had a shower (no bathtub) it was very clean and modern." source Hotels.com

    "It was clean, comfortable and conveniently located to all of our activities." source Priceline

    "The room was spotless and beautifully furnished, and although it was slightly smaller than we expected, had plenty of room for the two of us." source Travelocity

  • Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "Did not enjoy paying $28 a night for parking but the guys in valet service were friendly and very sweet." source Priceline

    "Super clean, modern and friendly staff." source Priceline

    "The only good thing I can say about The Sofia Hotel is its wonderful, professional, friendly staff. From the valets, porters, front desk, maintenance and housekeeping the service was first class." source Travelocity

    "\nIn short : Pros : location(downtown/gaslamp quarter), modern decor, very good rates, excellent service." source Travelocity

    "The service was great, from the desk clerks to the valet parking attendants to the housekeeping staff." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.7 out of 5

    "The location is excellent - just 5 minutes walking to the bay and 5 minutes to Gaslamp." source Orbitz

    "Parking in the area is limited and the hotel charges $28/night for valet parking which includes "ins and outs. " Surrounded by one-way streets driving around the hotel, including locating the valet parking, is a bit confusing the first time." source Hotels.com

    "Location is a little iffy but I am a larger guy and do not worry about the element arround the hotel." source Hotels.com

    "Good location, close to airport and to entertainment Hotel was in a great location near the San Diego airport and in walking distance to entertainment and restaurants." source Priceline

    "Location was very convenient." source Priceline

  • Value: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "The bellhop and staff were friendly, professional, attentive, and despite the fact that the Greyhound station is right next door and that there is no pool or rooftop deck, this hotel is unparalleled for the price you pay for what you get." source Skoosh

    "Good value close to Gaslight District in this remodelled hotel." source Venere

    "Pros: - my room had an attractive contemporary design and was clean - front desk staff was friendly and efficient - the restaurant located on the lobby floor was a wonderful spot for breakfast and the food was good and reasonably priced) Cons: - walls were paper thin - I could hear entire conversations in the adjoining room." source Travelocity

    "The valet parking at $28 was steep, but since we wanted a car for the trip, we paid the price." source Expedia

    "When you check in you should ask for an upgrade, they gave the price to us based on our length of stay and the hotel availability." source Travelocity

More information on The Sofia Hotel

Situated at the corner of Front Street & Broadway, The Sofia Hotel enjoys a prime location in San Diego, near the historic Gaslamp Quarter, just steps from downtown businesses, fine dining, shopping, cruise terminal, outdoor activities, and the San Diego Convention Center. An unforgettable experience for any guest, The Sofia Hotel's graciousness, charm and attention to detail are everywhere throughout the property. This top San Diego hotel features a 24-hour business center, extensive meeting facilities, wireless Internet access in the lobby, Spa Sofia Services, Harkishan Yoga Studio and health center, bar service, and ATM/cash machine in the lobby. The hotel's fireside lounge area invites guests to curl up with a good book in one of its many plush armchairs, while enjoying tapas and drinks from the bar menu. Please note that all rooms and public areas at The Sofia Hotel are strictly non-smoking.

Check-in Time:

1600

Check-out Time:

1100

Total Rooms:

211 rooms.211

Total Floors:

7 floors.

Rooms:

211

Reservations

IB

Cancellation Policy

-24 hours, Reservations must be cancelled 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid 1 night room and tax charge. All no show reservations will be subject to a 1 night room and tax fee.

Directions

San Diego's newest urban retreat walking distance to the historical Gaslamp Quarter, PetCo Park, Broadway Pier, San Diego Convention Center and Sea Port Village. Just minutes from all San Diego's most popular activities including San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Sea World San Diego and the white sandy social beaches.

Area

San Diego County,California

Information by Venere

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