The Sofia Hotel San Diego
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The Sofia Hotel Review
Offering a restaurant and luggage storage, the contemporary Sofia Hotel San Diego lies in Downtown San Diego with so much to offer from live entertainment, shopping or a night out on the town, 15 minutes on foot from the primary San Diego Convention Center and within 17 minutes' walk of such cultural places of interest as Maritime Museum of San Diego. Featuring 211 rooms with views of the city, this 4-star boutique hotel is set 10 minutes' drive from San Diego Zoo.
There is a lounge bar onsite. The barbecue Bbq Boss lies within arm's reach of the hotel.
Horton Plaza Shopping Center is located at a short distance from the elegant Sofia, and such natural sites as Horton Plaza Park is merely an 8-minute walk away. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting Petco Park Stadium, 5 minutes by car from the romantic property.
The area offers shopping experience such as the open - air Headquarters at Seaport Market a walk from the accommodation.
The allergy-friendly rooms are fitted with a TV set, and furnished with a work desk. The units are designed in a contemporary manner. The private bathrooms come with hairdryers and bath sheets.
The comfortable Sofia Hotel stands close to the shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza", right near Broadway & Union St bus stop.
The property includes a gym and spa therapy available for an additional charge. The Sofia San Diego offers a yoga centre as well as a spa centre for guests to enjoy their stay. Finally, the accommodation houses a 24/7 business centre and a meeting room featuring a desk and a photocopier.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Impressive small hotel in a classic style building.
- Good central location in an interesting neighborhood.
- Not too far from Tapas & Beers.
- Modern rooms, each with its modern style bathroom and nice decor items.
- Many rooms have at least excellent views.
- Several dining options, including an outstanding local fare.
- Nice downstairs bar.
- Exemplary service and modern facilities.
- Reasonable prices for the area.
- A few past guests were dissatisfied with too firm beds.
- A few staff members might seem not very friendly at times.
Key Features
- private parking
- wifi in all areas
- family rooms
- non-smoking rooms
- fitness center
- spa
- facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- daily housekeeping
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- Snack bar
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Massage
- Fitness centre
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- San Diego Air & Space Museum 1.49 km (4888 ft)
- Little Italy 800 m (2625 ft)
- The New Children's Museum 610 m (2001 ft)
- Santa Fe Depot 610 m (2001 ft)
- The Unconditional Surrender 1.05 km (3445 ft)
- San Diego Convention Center 1.12 km (3675 ft)
- San Diego Zoo 2.49 km (1.55 mi.)
- San Diego Museum of Man 2.07 km (1.29 mi.)
- Maritime Museum of San Diego 960 m (3150 ft)
- Horton Plaza Park 360 m (1181 ft)