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Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego

1047 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

About Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego

California dreaming? Hardly. There’s no need to pinch yourself as you walk through the grand lobby doors of Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, because this … Read More

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Amenities

  • Suites
  • Free Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service

San Diego International Airport (SAN) 2.8mi
LEGOLAND® California Resort 30.2mi
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Rooms Offered at Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego

Guest Rooms5 Rooms

Additional Details
Guest Room Amenities:
  • Spacious work area with writing desk
  • Walk-in rainforest shower
  • Italian Frette bed linens and bathrobes
  • Luxury Atelier Bloem bath amenities
  • LCD flatscreen TV with HD channels
  • Fully stocked gourmet honor bar
  • Yoga mat, umbrella, hair dryer, and a personal safe
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Standard Room

  • 1 king bed or 2 double beds
  • Sleeps up to 2 guests
  • Room preference subject to availability
Retail From
$230
Rates (excl tax)
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Deluxe 1 King Bed

  • 1 king bed 
  • Sleeps up to 2 guests
Retail From
$207
Rates (excl tax)
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Deluxe 2 Double Beds

  • 2 double beds
  • Sleeps up to 4 guests
Retail From
$235
Rates (excl tax)
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Premier 1 King Bed

  • 1 king bed
  • Sleeps up to 2 guests
Retail From
$226
Rates (excl tax)
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Skyline View 1 King Bed

  • Skyline Collection guest room
  • 1 king bed
  • Sleeps up to 2 guests
Retail From
$221
Rates (excl tax)

Guest Rooms1 Room

Additional Details
Guest Room Amenities:
  • Spacious work area with writing desk
  • Walk-in rainforest shower
  • Italian Frette bed linens and bathrobes
  • Luxury Atelier Bloem bath amenities
  • LCD flatscreen TV with HD channels
  • Fully stocked gourmet honor bar
  • Yoga mat, umbrella, hair dryer, and a personal safe
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Deluxe 1 King Bed - Accessible with Roll-in Shower

  • 1 king bed
  • Accessible room with a roll-in shower
  • Sleeps up to 2 guests
Retail From
$358
Rates (excl tax)

Suites4 Rooms

Additional Details
Suite Amenities:
  • Separate bedroom + living room
  • Full-size sleeper sofa
  • Spacious work area with writing desk
  • Italian Frette bed linens and bathrobes
  • Luxury Atelier Bloem bath amenities
  • LCD flatscreen TV with HD channels
  • Fully stocked gourmet honor bar
  • Yoga mat, umbrella, hair dryer, and a personal safe
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Premier Suite 1 King Bed

  • 1 king bed and sleeper sofa
  • Sleeps up to 4 guests
Retail From
$374
Rates (excl tax)
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Spa Suite 1 King Bed

  • 1 king bed and sleeper sofa
  • Sleeps up to 3 guests
Retail From
$326
Rates (excl tax)
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Skyline Corner Studio Balcony 1 King Bed

  • Skyline Collection suite
  • 1 king bed
  • Sleeps up to 3 guests
Retail From
$350
Rates (excl tax)
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Skyline Suite 1 King Bed

  • Skyline Collection suite
  • 1 king bed and sleeper sofa
  • Sleeps up to 3 guests
Retail From
$389
Rates (excl tax)
FROG FAMILY REVIEW
Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego*

What we love

  • A stylish, infinity-edged, heated rooftop pool is splash and lounge friendly, with sweeping city views bringing sleek SoCal style to your lily pad.
  • Carefully curated bath amenities, luxe robes, and lush linens.
  • The state-of-the-art fitness center, featuring Life Fitness cardio equipment, overlooks 5th Avenue so you can people watch the bustling city streets while you work out.
  • Tasty Mexican cuisine isn’t far away with tasty tacos and fun cantina vibes in-house at Curadero.
  • The Arriba Room, a hang-out space located upstairs from Curadero, is stocked with vintage arcade games, foosball, pool tables, and more.
  • Pets are recognized as part of the family at Kimpton and even provided with a comfy pet bed, a bowl, and doggie amenities like treats and water bottles in the room to help them feel welcome.
  • Situated on the northern edge of the Gaslamp Quarter, with numerous shops, bars, and restaurants within a short hop.

Keep in Mind

  • Self-parking is only available at partner lots (one is across the street). Valet parking is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week at the hotel.
  • Pet-friendly – no fees or size restrictions! If they fit in the elevator, they can come!
  • There is a limited number of connecting rooms available; be sure to include that in your special request if booking multiple rooms.

Frog Family Tips

  • For a truly luxurious stay, consider booking a Skyline Suite on one of the upper floors for sweeping city views and a private, furnished balcony to enjoy the California sun.
  • Start your mornings right with complimentary coffee or tea after utilizing the provided in-room yoga mat to find your center.
  • Hop down to the front desk to rent complimentary custom-designed Kimpton PUBLIC bikes to cruise the city in style.
  • Unwind from a busy day of sightseeing at the daily evening social from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. while sipping on a craft cocktail.
  • Entertainment may be as close as right next door: the hotel is connected to House of Blues San Diego which offers all-ages shows.

Best For

  • Travelers that want the convenience of a downtown location where attractions are walkable that also have an eye for and appreciation for sleek details that really define a memorable stay like in-room yoga mats, picture-worthy views, luxury amenities, and a rooftop pool.

*The views and opinions expressed here are those of Undercover Tourist.

Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego Information

California dreaming? Hardly. There’s no need to pinch yourself as you walk through the grand lobby doors of Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, because this is as real as it gets.

This boutique hotel is situated in the heart of downtown San Diego at the edge of the Gaslamp Quarter. Attractions like the USS Midway Museum, The New Children’s Museum, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, and Petco Park are within walking distance. Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, museums galore, Belmont Park, and SeaWorld San Diego are all just a short drive. Venture out a little further to check out sites like La Jolla, Old Town, and LEGOLAND California.

The hotel provides several guest room and suite options with spectacular views of downtown San Diego from varying perspectives, with some rooms offering floor-to-ceiling windows, private balconies, and soaking tubs. All rooms come equipped with work areas, luxury bath amenities and linens, a TV with HD channels, and a personal safe. Pets of all shapes and sizes (that can fit on the elevator) are welcome and additional doggie amenities are provided to help them feel at home as well. Accessible rooms and features are available.

Frequent guests at the Kimpton are accustomed to signature amenities like morning coffee service, an evening social, and “Forgot it? We’ve got it!” travel essentials. At the Palomar San Diego there’s also same-day laundry and dry-cleaning services, a 24-hour fitness center, and a sundries store for snacks. The rooftop pool and lounge area is the perfect place to plan out your day’s game plan or enjoy a beautiful sunset with a cocktail in hand. Curadero, the on-site restaurant, brings authentic Mexican flavors north of the border for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Business travelers will also love the stylish meeting room options and upgraded Wi-Fi speeds throughout the hotel and it’s an ideal location for a celebratory event of any style.

A deeply calming retreat amid the downtown buzz, Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego is in the heart of it all, whether you’re seeking trendy nightlife, the craft brewing scene, or world-class arts and culture.

Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego Amenities

General Info:
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • 211 guestrooms and suites
  • Accessible rooms and features available
  • Smoke-free facility with designated smoking area outside of the front door
  • Pet Friendly with no fees*
  • Minimum check-in age: 18 years old
  • Guest Amenities Fee: $25 plus tax, per day**

In Each Room:

  • Spacious work area with writing desk
  • Walk-in rainforest shower and/or soaking tub 
  • Italian Frette bed linens and bathrobes
  • Luxury Atelier Bloem bath amenities
  • LCD flatscreen TV with HD channels
  • Fully stocked gourmet honor bar
  • Yoga mat
  • Umbrella
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room personal safe
  • Windows open for fresh air (4 inches)
  • Cribs available upon request
  • Robes available upon request (subject to availability)
  • Coffee maker can be provided upon request (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds available (in select King rooms only): $25 per night (subject to availability)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Allergy-friendly, pet-free rooms available

Dining at Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego:

  • Curadero, in-house taquería and ceviche bar (temporarily closed)
  • Curadero at the Pool, rooftop pool bar serving Thursday – Saturday from 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Morning coffee and tea service from 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
  • Pop-up Bodega, snacks, and cold drinks for purchase near the front desk
  • Hosted evening social hour with beer and wine from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM daily
  • Room service available Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM (temporarily unavailable)

Recreation at Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego:

  • Level Four, rooftop pool deck and lounge open from 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center equipped with free weights and weight machines, stationary bikes, balance balls, and more
  • Custom-designed Kimpton PUBLIC bikes for riding around town
  • A yoga mat is provided in every guest room

Transportation at Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego:

  • 24-hour valet parking: $50 per day
  • Self-parking available at a partner lot across the street: $38 plus fees per night

Other services:

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping services included with daily check-in (currently only provided upon request)
  • Morning Kick-Start program with “Kimpton Get Up + Go” playlist
  • “Forgot it? We’ve got it!” essential travel items
  • Seasonal book recommendations from Literary Hub
  • Same-day laundry and dry-cleaning services
  • Ice machines (currently suspended for safety)
  • Limited in-house bell services
  • Extra, larger in-room fridge rental: $15 one-time fee
  • Microwave in-room rental: $15 one-time fee
  • Business center needs provided by front desk
  • Meeting and event spaces
  • Wedding planning services

*Pet policy:

  • No size/weight limit
  • No limit on number of pets allowed
  • No deposit or cleaning fees charged
  • Pet waiver for damages required at check-in
  • Cell-phone number must be provided in the event the pet is causing a disturbance
  • Dedicated floors for travelers with pets
  • "Pet in room" door hangers provided at check-in
  • Courtesy bags provided for walking your dog
  • Doggie amenity with treats and water bottles for the room
  • Pet bed and pet bowls in room prior to arrival if we know there is a dog staying with us

**Daily Guest Amenities Fee includes:

  • Welcome beverage
  • $10 daily Food & Beverage credit
  • Printing and copying services up to 50 pages
  • Upgraded WiFi speed throughout the hotel

Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego accommodates guests with disabilities. 
  • Communication features available:
    • Telephone ring signaler
    • Visual Alarm clock
    • Bed shaker
    • Telephone in-line amplifier
    • Door knock alert
    • Visual strobe smoke detector
    • TTY capabilities
    • Closed captioning or decoders
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible pathway to hotel entrance
  • Accessible entrance
  • Accessible registration desk
  • Accessible concierge
  • Accessible route to elevators
  • Accessible rooms
  • Roll-in showers
  • Accessible restrooms
  • Accessible restaurant
  • Accessible business center
  • Accessible meeting space
  • Accessible exercise facility
  • Accessible swimming pool
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Braille and tactile signage is provided for permanent rooms and spaces
  • Hotel employees will read menus and other printed/visual information to guests who are blind/low vision

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