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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Petco Park

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Outdoor pool
Poolside bar
View from room
Terrace/patio
View from room
Located in downtown San Diego, Hard Rock Hotel offers a lively atmosphere with a poolside bar and on-site shopping. Enjoy meals at two restaurants, coffee at two cafes, or explore by bike. The hotel provides free in-room WiFi and multilingual staff to enhance your stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Woodstock) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Woodstock)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch plasma TV with premium channels, TV

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Hard Rock)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Queen Queen Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Patio (Float) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio, 1 King Bed, Patio (Float)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (ADA)

View from room

Studio, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (ADA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch plasma TV with premium channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed (Hard Rock)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
207 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seaport Village - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gaslamp Quarter Station - 2 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 20 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou & Mickey's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Union Kitchen and Tap Gaslamp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ALTITUDE Sky Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Upscale hotel near Petco Park
San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum are located near Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, which provides a nightclub, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and 2 coffee shops/cafes.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, a porter/bellhop, and ATM/banking services
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things the convenient parking, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 420 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, on-request microwaves, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 40 for adults and USD 9 to 40 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • MaryJanes
  • Nobu

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 40,000 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 40 for adults, and USD 9 to 40 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 30 per night
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 9:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hard Rock Hotel San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Hard Rock Hotel San Diego pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego?

Valet parking is available for USD 65 per night.

What time is check-in at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hard Rock Hotel San Diego located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gaslamp Quarter Station is only a 2-minute walk and Convention Center Station is 6 minutes.

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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2102 out of 3022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 463 out of 3022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 230 out of 3022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 3022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 120 out of 3022 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay!! Clean and comfy hotel room and within walking distance of most parts of Gaslamp!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staf, convenient to restaurant's, ferry to coronado island and train system
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hospitality overall
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice good and next to petco
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deyanira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, easy to move a lot things to do and Tourist Really love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Very clean. Provides everything that you would expect from a hotel in this category. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, staff, location and convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Super cozy bed! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sofia is a beautiful historic property. It maintains the wonderful historic elements whil providing modern comfort. This is a gem in downtown San Diego!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely recommend this to anyone that’s trynna enjoy a beautiful view and weekend as well peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica or Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is perfect for Petco Park and Rady Shell events. The hotel Is a beautiful pool, rooftop bar and breakfast diner. Good food, fun vibe and reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area , walkable distance to gaslamp district
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in excellent conditions located in a great area, just a few steps from Petco Park baseball stadium and Gaslight District.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view from the bayside.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect location between Rady Shell and Nova SD. Room is top notch. Hotel amenities are Fire
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked it was convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. AC worked well. Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Beach, and Gaslamp
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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