See all properties

The Sofia Hotel

Photo gallery for The Sofia Hotel

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

Overview of The Sofia Hotel

VIP Access

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 star property

4.1/5 Very good

Guests rated this property 4.3/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Gym

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • 24-hour vacancy between guest stays
  • Sheets and towels washed at 60°C
  • Contactless check-out
Map
150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA, 92101

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationUSS Midway Museum13 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Diego Convention Center14 min walk
  • Popular LocationBalboa Park16 min walk
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)10 min drive

VIP Access

Every VIP Access stay receives consistently high guest reviews and is hand-selected for quality.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members
Learn more about VIP AccessOpens in a new window

Choose dates to view prices

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • 348 sq ft
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Corner Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Corner Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About this area

San Diego

Near a metro station, The Sofia Hotel is in Downtown San Diego, a neighborhood in San Diego with good airport proximity and shopping. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by USS Midway Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Old Town San Diego State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to San Diego Zoo.
Visit our San Diego travel guideOpens in a new window
View more Aparthotels in San DiegoOpens in a new window
Map

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 12 min walk
  • USS Midway Museum - 13 min walk
  • Seaport Village - 14 min walk
  • San Diego Convention Center - 14 min walk
  • Balboa Park - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thai Time - 3 min walk
  • Tapas and Beers - 3 min walk
  • Panera Bread - 3 min walk
  • Rei Do Gado - Brazilian Steakhouse and Seafood Restaurant - 4 min walk
  • Grant Grill - 4 min walk

About this property

The Sofia Hotel

Historic San Diego aparthotel in Downtown San Diego, near USS Midway Museum
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, massage/treatment rooms, and a business center. Each apartment provides a refrigerator and a microwave, plus a pillowtop bed and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Added amenities include WiFi, wired Internet, and room service.
The Sofia Hotel offers 211 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, French, Spanish, Swedish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages
  • Spa services
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • 1 treatment room
  • Facials
  • Prenatal massage
  • Aromatherapy
  • Swedish massages
  • Body wraps
  • Body treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Sports massage

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 40.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Room service available

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
  • TV in a common area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near coin laundry

Work spaces

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Laptop workspace

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • USD 35 per pet per night
  • Deposit: USD 35 per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • In the business district
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free bicycle rentals on site

Safety features

  • Smoke detector

General

  • 211 rooms
  • 7 floors
  • 1 building
  • Built in 1926
  • Individually decorated

Similar properties

  • View
    Primary image

    Wyndham San Diego Bayside

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.0 out of 5 Very good (See all 5,267 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    The Horton Grand Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,403 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    The Bristol Hotel San Diego

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.1 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,009 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    Gaslamp Plaza Suites

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,045 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Porto Vista Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    Westgate Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.2 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,003 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    La Pensione Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,167 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.7 out of 5 Exceptional (See all 1,052 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.4 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,627 reviews)
  • View
    Lobby

    The Westin San Diego Bayview

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.0 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,079 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Omni San Diego Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.5 out of 5 Wonderful (See all 1,823 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.1 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,855 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
  • View
    Primary image

    Hotel Indigo Gaslamp Quarter, an IHG Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,040 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    The Dana on Mission Bay

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.2 out of 5 Very good (See all 2,182 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.4 out of 5 Excellent (See all 3,587 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    Humphreys Half Moon Inn

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,631 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.4 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,048 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

    National City
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.4 out of 5 Excellent (See all 2,282 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, an IHG Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.0 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,020 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Urban Boutique Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.2 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,375 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    Solamar San Diego

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.2 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,032 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Ocean Beach Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.2 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,187 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    3.9 out of 5 Good (See all 1,057 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (See all 847 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,014 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image
    VIP Access

    Loews Coronado Bay Resort

    Coronado
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.2 out of 5 Very good (See all 1,003 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.4 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,413 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    Handlery Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    3.8 out of 5 Good (See all 1,088 reviews)
  • View
    Primary image

    InterContinental San Diego, an IHG Hotel

    San Diego
    • Pool
    • Free airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    4.4 out of 5 Excellent (See all 1,001 reviews)

See similar properties

San Diego
San Diego
Downtown San Diego
Downtown San Diego
Business-friendly
Business-friendly
Pet-friendly
Pet-friendly
Apart-hotel
Apart-hotel
3 star
3 star
Guest rating 4+
Guest rating 4+

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4 PM - midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 35 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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 17.83 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • Business center/computer access
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Faxes
  • In-room safe
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Additional inclusions

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 15.85 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: USD 15.85 per night (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 35 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 35 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
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

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
Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section)
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
The Sofia Hotel San Diego
The Sofia Hotel Aparthotel
The Sofia Hotel Aparthotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sofia Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 35 per stay and a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sofia Hotel?

As of Aug 17, 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sofia Hotel on Aug 21, 2022 start from CA $262.4, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Sofia Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Sofia Hotel?

Check-in is from 4 PM - 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 aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of USS Midway Museum and San Diego Convention Center. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are also within 2 mi (3 km). Civic Center Station is only a 4-minute walk and America Plaza Trolley Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Sofia Hotel and receive a full refund?

Yes, The Sofia Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Sofia Hotel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.