Hotel Zindel

Hotel in San Diego, near Port of San Diego

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December 2025

Elite Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom

Hotel Zindel provides a tranquil base near Waterfront Park where guests can recharge. The property maintains smoke-free surroundings throughout, while rooms come equipped with WiFi for staying connected after a day of exploration.

Good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Air conditioning

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Tomorrow

Nov 2 - Nov 3

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hydromassage showerhead

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Hydromassage showerhead

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hydromassage showerhead

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Hydromassage showerhead

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Elite Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hydromassage showerhead

2 bathrooms

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

92101, CA, San Diego, 505 W Grape St

What's nearby

Port of San Diego - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Petco Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Balboa Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

County Center - Little Italy Station - 8 min walk
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mona Lisa Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
‪Kettner Exchange - ‬3 min walk
‪The Waterfront Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬4 min walk
‪Barbusa - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zindel

Hotel near Port of San Diego

Located close to San Diego Zoo and San Diego Convention Center, Hotel Zindel has plenty to offer.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

Smoke-free premises

Room features

All guestrooms at Hotel Zindel feature comforts such as air conditioning.

Other amenities include:

Heating and ceiling fans
Hydromassage showers and hair dryers
42-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
Digital channels and coffee/tea makers

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Conveniences

Virtual front desk

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Hulu
Netflix
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Paper towels

More

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments

There is no front desk at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed with a deposit of USD 75 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 25 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Lending library access
WiFi access (may be limited)

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

Optional extras

Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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, 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; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel Zindel Hotel

Hotel Zindel San Diego

Hotel Zindel Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Zindel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Zindel?

Hotel Zindel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zindel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Zindel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Zindel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Port of San Diego, San Diego Convention Center, and Petco Park. San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes by foot and Courthouse Station is 13 minutes.

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Hotel Zindel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Honey

Oct 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thank you for being Welcoming, and ease of communication to check-in. The room was great and loved the interior design of the room, the coffee machine was a lovely touch, but ran out of creamer.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Sep 23, 2025

Liked: Amenities

The customer service was a 10!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Jul 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Convenient location , very response staff , good value for money

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Dolores

Jul 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay! The room was very cozy with plenty of space. Stephanie was very helpful and pleasant to talk to. We definitely will stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Oct 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

Clean and comfy room. Very quiet. Its like an upscale Hostel. Just need staff or to talk with someone right away. You'd have to text, and they take a some time to reply. Also there weren't any face rags. Not everyone don't use face towels. My main concern was. Check in was 4pm check-out is 10am. Thats 2hrs taking away.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Christofer

Aug 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

Property was awesome for a hostile. They kept the bathrooms clean, and the property itself is in really good shape and updated. Only complaint is that room service didn’t come into our room once to clean up. Also, we didn’t know it was a hostel. It turned out being OK but you have a shared bathroom with everybody.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

contessina

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our stay at Hotel Zindel was great! The bed was SUPER comfy. I would say there needs to be better communication between the hotel itself and the concierge services about what amenities the hotel can actually provide. The concierge service was incredible, and there were so many great recommendations.Thoroughly enjoyed, Little Italy, the neighborhood the hotel borders!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexandria

Sep 2, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It has a nice look inside and out. The surrounding area is really nice and little Italy is so cool. The biggest downside is in the shared bathroom, the shower was not draining. The water was up to my ankles. So then I question even though the bathroom looks clean, why was this not fixed or was it not noticed. Luckily, another bathroom down the hall was a lot better. Ample coffee around too but I'm unsure how often they change the water in it.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Jul 6, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

Easy check in. Good communication. Great location. Close to lots of restaurants and bars, and can drive to most attractions within 10 minutes. Nice hotel. Older building that has been completely renovated. Highly recommend it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Marwa

Sep 23, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

This accommodation is not a hotel. It is a hostel. The price seems good for San Diego at first, but they surprise you with a $25 a day surcharge for "amenities" (a coffee machine and cheap packaged breakfast items). With how much you end up paying, you might as well book a nicer hotel. The rooms were very very small. There is only one bathroom for an entire floor, so you have to share it with many rooms. One of the bathrooms was out of order for 2 days, so guests were made to shower upstairs. There was no privacy in the bathroom, as the windows were left open. The staff were friendly and helpful though.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Apr 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The rooms are amazing and if you love smart TVs like me this is the perfect stay for you. The customer service is lovely and I would just like to shout out anyone who did assist me thank you so much I love this spot.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonah

Aug 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I was very surprised with the quality and the price, I got a deal on Expedia and only paid $50 for one night. It was beautiful, quiet, and it was nice once you turned on the A/C and huge fan above the bed, the private bathroom was clean with modern but classic look to it and was very beautiful all around. Outside the room there was the main entrance with their waterfall and off to the side a lounge area with complimentary snacks a coffee station ready to go for those that need to get out early and fast like me for flights. I would definitely recommend this to anyone traveling or just wanting to adventure while visiting San Diego. Its also great for those with social anxiety because everything is self serve and done through text. 10/10 recommended and will return.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Feb 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel Zindel does the trick! GREAT location, with super comfortable beds and convenient check-in/out, this is a great option for just passing through or staying a few days.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Stefanie Lauren

May 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The communication provided prior to check-in made my arrival and check in super easy. I was greeted upon arrival and offered a glass of wine. The room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. Located right in the heart of little Italy being spoilt for choice when it comes to good food, it was also super easy to get around without a car.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Jul 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cute hotel not far away from things to do. Modern furniture, great a/c, and a very comfortable bed. The kitchen was a plus. We had fun playing games in the game room downstairs before we went out for the evening. It was stocked with coffee and water. My only complaint was that the towels were not great (they were a little rough) and extra counter space in the bathroom would have been nice. The staff was great and response time to texts were immediate. Very friendly and helpful. It was perfect for our stay and we would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isela

Oct 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Close to airport super convenient and quaint.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

JJ

Jun 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Property was great but they don't provide parking which is a huge inconvenience

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karwan

Feb 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Its average place, food for price

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Feb 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stop!

Super clean, and nice and quiet! Walking distance to so many fun places.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Jul 2, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Upon arrival we were given our room number and code, the room was a disaster. Bed was messed up and trash everywhere!I had to call about 5 times to get a person on the phone. Was then given another room… the room had a family already in the room when I opened the door. Terrible hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marin

Dec 2, 2024

Little Italy is near this hotel so it's nicto walk and eat lunch or dinner!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ma Guadalupe Rodriguez

Apr 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had no problems that all everything was easy , simple and enjoyable.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Jan 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing get away!

This hotel was an AMAZING experience. I was worried that with the log in instructions and codes to get in doors that it would be shady bug it was beautiful and perfect for our little get away!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Nov 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel Zindel was great! Our first stay in this style of hotel where there isn’t a large onsite staff presence. Place was great. Very clean and such a perfect walkable area.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Jul 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jim’s review

We liked the hotel. You need to make the daily amenity fee optional. We used none of them. I resent paying that fee. It is not the best neighborhood and therefore we were nervous about leaving our car parked by the freeway and the ugly lot across the street from the hotel. But it turned out ok. Better, I suppose, than paying the highway robbery fee of $60-65 per night that hotels downtown charge. We enjoyed Little Italy and the proximity to Balboa Park. I wish the outdoor patio when you first come in from the street was a little cleaner and had a few amenities. I still rate the hotel 5, but it’s pricey. Remove or make optional the amenity fee. Jim

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025