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The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Seaport Village

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Stunning high-rise building with balconies and secure grounds.
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (View) | Living room | 55-inch TV with cable channels
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego puts you just a 5-minute drive from Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes and Courthouse Station is 9 minutes.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Living plant wall
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $118
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Urban, View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Urban, View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (View) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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1646 Front St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Seaport Village - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 31 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 45 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 13 min walk
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 8 min walk
  • Courthouse Station - 9 min walk
  • America Plaza Trolley Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Craft & Commerce - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Straw - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego

The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego puts you just a 5-minute drive from Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes and Courthouse Station is 9 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 334 rooms
    • Arranged over 22 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (17 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Children aged 18 and younger eat free breakfast

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Off-leash area available

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1990
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 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 registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Tile flooring in public areas
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps) and free wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Recycling
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Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 9 2025 to August 21 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from May 14 2025 to September 4 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue(s)
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 70 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 40 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

DoubleTree Hilton Hotel San Diego Downtown
DoubleTree Hilton San Diego Downtown
DoubleTree San Diego Downtown
Hilton DoubleTree San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown DoubleTree
DoubleTree Hilton San Diego Downtown Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego 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 Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 70 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 40 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego?

You can check in starting at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

Are there restaurants at or near The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego like?

The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego is in Downtown San Diego, a short 8-minute walk from County Center - Little Italy Station and 17 minutes' walk from Port of San Diego. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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The Little Italy Hotel Downtown San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Elevator
Location
Parking
Service staff
Restaurant
View
Bed
Lobby
Balcony

What guests liked

  • The property is surrounded by numerous good eating options and great restaurants within walking distance. (13 reviews)
  • The spa area, including the hot pool, was a relaxing and enjoyable feature of the property. (3 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was fantastic and provided good transportation to and from the airport. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel
DianaL, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay
Edgar, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing location, close to restaurants, bars and the sea.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place!
Thuy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great hotel
Ana, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and affordable
Reyna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Convenient location
Juliana, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The stay was great family friendly walking distance to a lot of restaurant . 10/10
Yesenia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great property
Kevin, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel was overall Excellent.
leon, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was amazing and ensured my first trip was one of the best.
Isaiah, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing location, very vibrant atmosphere, front desk staff amazing people.
Hiwot, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice view
Dani, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Property undergoing renovations
Seema, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

perfect location room was clean!
Payton, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic hotel, parking was extremely tight to go up or down ramp to other levels.
Samantha, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location is great! There is a farmers market on weekends just outside the hotel. The parking is not convenient. They charge but they don’t have control over it and it gets full
Sofia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Felt safe, very quiet & has a balcony to see the amazing views!!
Annette, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Had a great stay
Gio, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

meh
LILIANA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly staff! Fridge didn’t work, but we stayed for one night only, so wasn’t a big deal
Karina, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Was being renovated so no restaurants etc
Timothy, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Close to down town Italy.
Mikel, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Million dollar city/bay view!
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location, nice property (under construction), limited parking space, very poor design of parking access and exit. There are minimal parking spaces outside the hotel. However, overall, it's a good location with easy access from most of downtown San Diego.
SOHRAB, 2-night trip