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606 W. Date St., San Diego, CA 92101
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
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    4 of 5 stars
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Dallas, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

We have stayed at La Pensione a number of times. extremely convenient for Little Italy and all of San Diego. Rooms are small but the shower is great. Drawback is computer service is iffy, though the cafe next door seems fine. Get the parking. $15 a night is worth it. Staff is very nice and helpful. Ask foir the 4th... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband's and my introduction to La Pensione was through his work several years ago and we instantly became hooked. We were there 'pre-renovation' and we loved it then and since the renovation even more so. The rooms are contemporary in design and we loved our last room with a balcony overlooking the Little Italy strip. Mark and the entire... More

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Beaumont, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Mark, Javier and the rest of the staff at La Pensione were really great to deal with. They answered any and all questions we had, helped find some places of interest. Very accommodating people and always a smile! The hotel itself was quite cozy and well decorated. Little Italy is a great area to stay in, we felt very safe... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

We used this literally as a place to lay our heads. Decidedly average in every respect. Our friends were given a room with a balcony that overlooked a coffee shop that couldn't even fit one person. Fine for visiting San Diego but don't go if you expect any form of luxury or comfort.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Over 3 nights we had about 6 different people on reception and without exception were all excellent. The room whilst being smaller than others was decorated and kitted out in superb style and was exceptionally clean. The hotel also has underground car parking as San Diego is surprisingly big you need a car. If you like an Italian feel this... More

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Sacramento, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Although this hotel came highly recommended, by friends, their stay had been many years prior. Unfortunately (and apparnetly) the quality of the hotel and service has decreased immensely. When booking, I read many comments about the air conditioning in the rooms. I was there one night (and probably the hotest day in San Diego history). The air conditioning, in my... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

My wife and I enjoy San Diego. This hotel had a friendly staff who cared about our stay. Parking was convenient. Cell phone service was very good throughout our stay. We slept well and did not hear noise in the hallways.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Super location, just off the freeway as you come into San Diego and easy to find. Very modern decor in rooms with a great rain shower. Some of the other reviews talk about the room size; our room was more like a European double rather than US sizes for even a Queen room. But as they say "Location is everything".... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

I have waited a while to write a review as I wanted to make sure I was as neutral as possible. Let me address the management of the hotel first... It is family owned and operated.. hence the very cute dog that sits on the furniture in the lobby. My husband and I go to Little Italy for a light... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

La Pensione is a delight and its location next to the Little Italy street sign means you are close to some wonderful Italian restaurants and the tourist trolley stop is very close.The rooms are not large but beautifully decorated and the bed was very comfortable. I was in room 403 with good views from the windows and it was very... More

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Also Known As:
La Pensione San Diego
La Pensione Hotel San Diego
Address: 606 W. Date St., San Diego, CA 92101
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Region: United States > California > San Diego
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#13 Best Value Hotels in San Diego
Price range (per night): $116 - $164
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Considered one of the most affordable and best-kept secrets in San Diego, La Pensione Hotel is a historic property located in San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood. La Pensione Hotel offers 68 guestrooms, a relaxing courtyard area, free high-speed internet, limited underground parking spots, conference room and a workout facility. After a property refresh in summer of 2011, La Pensione now offers air conditioning in every room and a new class of guest rooms called the Argento Collection. ... more   less 
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