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El Primero Hotel

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Chula Vista with free parking

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El Primero Hotel offers travelers practical comforts that make a stay smooth and hassle-free. The attentive staff handles express check-in at the 24-hour front desk, speaking multiple languages to assist international guests. Free self-parking saves visitors both time and money.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds (DOUBLE)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Heating
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, Ensuite (KING)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Heating
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (QUEEN)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Heating
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (QUEEN W/ FRIG)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Heating
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (DLX KING)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Heating
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room (Handicap - DOUBLE)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Heating
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
416 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Atlantis Laser Tag - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 11 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 14 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • H St Trolley Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 23 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmer's Table - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kalaveras - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Bella Pizza Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Galu Café and Delicatessen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Balboa South - ‬7 min walk

About this property

El Primero Hotel

Guesthouse located in Downtown Chula Vista
El Primero Hotel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • A computer station

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
This property requires a valid credit card and valid ID at the time of booking.
Property Registration Number 46711

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Is El Primero Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Primero Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Primero Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Primero Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chula Vista, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Chula Vista Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista. San Diego Bay is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. H St Trolley Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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El Primero Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 687 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Junzky

Liked: Amenities
Well maintained and the staff are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The availability of restaurants, bars, shops and a park within walking distance. The staff made me feel very comfortable and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in town by myself for two nights and felt very safe there. A very charming place to stay and charming people!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Felipe

Liked: Staff & service
Cozy family style
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service! Charming hotel and room! Very safe and convenient stores and eateries! Within minutes from the ocean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sweet little hotel in downtown Chula Vista. It was so quiet and we enjoyed being able to easily walk to a restaurant for breakfast each morning. Parking is on site and safe. A great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little, historic hotel run by a local family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cute family run property but needs major renovation. Room smelled old, shower had mildew/ mold from poor ventilation. Bed was old and squeaky. Don’t know how long it’s been owned by the family but I hope they earn enough capital to remodel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite Hotel in Chula Vista
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely place to stay. The owner was so kind and genuine. The patio area was so welcoming. I will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful family owned hotel very well taken care of . Would I stay again?Absolutely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff (owner) was very friendly and helpful. The hotel itself was quaint and filled with history. We really enjoyed our stay and would gladly do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estelita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is old but very clean. The owners were very nice and treated me like family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehsan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect everyone were nice there I recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and simple. Karen and Katie were very kind and friendly, and the staff made me feel at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Next time we’ll get the King, only because that’s what we’re used to.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service and beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I like my stay at El Primero. The owner was very sweet and kind
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricruz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place is super cute and clean. Receptionist and owners are super sweet and attentive. I will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

humberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place friendly staff clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff-clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly, made you feel right at home. It’s a charming hotel. Easy parking made it convenient. Small room, small bathroom, but that’s expected considering the age. It was roomy enough for my husband and I. It was clean and comfortable. Best ice machine too!!! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts! Comfortable bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people, walking distance to shops , restaurants. Clean. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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