San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 16 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 25 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 34 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 10 min walk
Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
County Center - Little Italy Station - 4 min walk
America Plaza Trolley Station - 8 min walk
Courthouse Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Jack in the Box - 5 min walk
Craft & Commerce - 4 min walk
Morning Glory - 1 min walk
Salt & Straw - 1 min walk
Fillipi's Pizza Grotto - 1 min walk
About this property
La Pensione Hotel
When you stay at La Pensione Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout. Also, San Diego Convention Center and San Diego Zoo are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: County Center - Little Italy Station is 4 minutes and America Plaza Trolley Station is 8 minutes.
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
67 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry service
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in reception
24-hour fitness centre
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 91
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Visual alarms in hallways
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Dining
Caffe Italia – On-site café.
Mr. Moto – On-site restaurant. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Pensione Hotel San Diego
Pensione San Diego
La Pensione Hotel Hotel
La Pensione Hotel San Diego
La Pensione Hotel Hotel San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Does La Pensione Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Pensione 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at La Pensione Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Pensione Hotel?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at La Pensione Hotel and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
Are there restaurants at or near La Pensione Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Caffe Italia.
What's the area around La Pensione Hotel like?
La Pensione Hotel is in Downtown San Diego, a short 8-minute drive from San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) and 13 minutes' walk from Port of San Diego. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
La Pensione Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
13 January 2025
Pension a Good Fit for Basic Needs
Stayed for two nights, simple in and out. The smallish room was remarkably clean and modern. Bathroom with shower was great; good water pressure. Parking could be had overnight on the same block or around the corner (if available) in the evening.
Eric
Eric, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 January 2025
April
April, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 January 2025
Maria
Maria, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2025
Quaint hotel, with SF/NYC/European sized rooms. Nice shower, never had issues with hot water. Italian cafe and Mr. Moto pizza and Italian food literally next door. So many great food options within 1-2 blocks. Friendly staff allowed us to check in 2hrs early. Would stay again.
Scottie
Scottie, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 December 2024
John
John, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 December 2024
Good location and friendly staff. Hair on bathroom walls not mine. Fridge not plugged in.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
23 December 2024
Moises
Moises, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
James Scott
James Scott, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
19 December 2024
Great location. Staff was friendly. Room was super tiny but comfortable. I would stay here again.
Craig
Craig, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2024
In the heart of Little Italy
A nice and comfortable stay. Right in the heart of Little Italy. Friendly staff. Good restaurants in abundance.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2024
A Little bit of Italy
This hotel is right in the middle of Little Italy. It's a small room, but it's clean and nice. You need to know now that the hotel's parking structure only fits Compact cars.
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2024
Perfect
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 December 2024
C and S
Small but great location. If you’re doing long vacation with 4 suitcases (couple) not enough room. We had 2 large suitcases/ no extra room! We would stay there again.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
2 December 2024
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
Best place ever!
Love this place! We love to stay on. Friday night!
Kristal
Kristal, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
19 November 2024
Rooms smelled dirty and was dirty
Jose
Jose, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 November 2024
Cristine
Cristine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Catherine
Catherine, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Amazing location! Brandon is the best!
bambi
bambi, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Linda
Linda, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
Ideal location. Reasonably priced. Perfect home base if your plans are to be very active during your stay in SD and only need a hotel room to shower and sleep in.
Mike
Mike, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 November 2024
La Pensione - San Diego
The room was comfortable and the neighborhood is very lively. There was a farmer’s market right in front on the Saturday when I stayed at the hotel.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
I stay at this property a lot and Brandon always goes above and beyond my expectations.