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The Sofia Hotel

3.5 star property
Historic hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center

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Exterior
Lobby
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
Restaurant
Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Spa

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Double Beds, View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed, View, Corner

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed, View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Petco Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Courthouse Station - 3 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tender Greens - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Sofia Hotel

Historic hotel near San Diego Convention Center
Located close to USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo, The Sofia Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Starbucks, the on-site coffee shop. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free bicycle rentals, valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Massage treatment rooms, a porter/bellhop, and an elevator
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 211 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, French, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Starbucks
  • Tender Greens

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 23.80 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Sofia
Sofia Hotel
Sofia Hotel San Diego
Sofia San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sofia Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Sofia Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 50 per night.

What time is check-in at The Sofia Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Sofia Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Sofia Hotel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 km). Courthouse Station and Civic Center Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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The Sofia Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 734 out of 1460 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1460 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 204 out of 1460 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1460 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1460 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and very convenient to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here it! The rooms are homie and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MAURA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eszter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would go again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zinnia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here before. Always enjoy our stay. Staff is friendly, hotel is walking distance to many restaurants but is pretty quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful,clean hotel with water and candy at the front desk! We had a corner room, great view, very spacious too! It was very walkable to the great areas, Gaslamp, downtown, and a $40 Uber drive to La Jolla! Great hotel and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dayana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great hotel! Just that the staff seemed l
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sofia was wonderful to stay at. Rooms were small but the quality of amenities in them made you overlook the size of the room. Loved that it had a microwave. Easy parking. Walking distance to many city locations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff and room were great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located and friendly staff. Nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical building, great service, big suite, incredible location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient access to a conference nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic building is lovely. Being an old building, the rooms are slightly small but quite livable. I loved the in-room Nespresso coffee maker. The San Diego Zoo and Balboa park are very nearby and easy to get to from here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the hotel & still have to pay $40 to park .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ian, Scott, and Mariana provided outstanding customer service, which made my stay wonderful. Such great customer support and service are why I will return to the Sofia hotel when I visit San Diego next.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quaint hotel tucked away from the business of the city. I just wish they'd clean a little better before guest arrive. I could tell the room didn't get a deep clean the shower showed signs along with hair throughout the room. Other than that I enjoyed my stay at the Sofia.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

haripriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sofia Hotel was quiet, clean and located in a convenient area- there were coffee shops and dining close by. It was perfect for my 2 day stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025