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Hotel Overview

401 W Ash Street, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101

Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection By Hilton - Boutique hotel with rooftop pool near San Diego International Airport

Located in Downtown San Diego, a short walk from Little Italy and the Embarcadero waterfront. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and free WiFi throughout the property. Dining options include Watercolors, a full-service sea-to-table restaurant using locally sourced ingredients, and Fonte de Vino, a wine tasting room featuring selections from Southern California and Northern Mexico. Leisure amenities include a rooftop pool, spa tub, and Fit Athletic Club with saunas and steam rooms. The hotel has conference space measuring 1,200 square feet and can host events for up to 100 guests. The property is a 10-minute drive from Seaport Village and Balboa Park.

Additional perks of the hotel

- EV charging stations - Pet-friendly rooms with a maximum weight limit - Valet parking available - Complimentary wireless Internet access - Gift shops/newsstands on-site - Early check-in and late check-out options, where available

Rooms

The hotel offers double and quadruple rooms, as well as suites. All rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, and a safe deposit box. Private bathrooms feature complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Some rooms offer city views. Suites include additional space and city views.

Other conveniences

- Ironing facilities and air conditioning - Carpeted floors and heating - Garden furniture in select rooms - Free toiletries and bathrobes - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Upper Floors Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Upper Floors Queen Room Hearing accessible

Max:

4 persons

345 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Junior Suite

Max:

4 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

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Coffee machine

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Center

San Diego4000 ft

Airports

San Diego International (SAN) 2.4 mi

El Cajon (CJN) 15.9 mi

Train

Coaster Santa Fe Station1400 ft

Santa Fe Depot1700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 65 per day

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Stores/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Saltwater pool
Heated swimming pool
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor
Curtains

Hotel Location

401 W Ash Street, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101

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401 W Ash Street, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92101

City landmarks

Museums

USS Midway Museum

1.1 mi

Zoo

San Diego Zoo

1.4 mi

Mall

Seaport Village

4500 ft

100 Park Blvd

Petco Park

1.1 mi

Museums

The New Children's Museum

1.1 mi

Museums

San Diego Air & Space Museum

1.7 mi

Convention Center

San Diego Convention Center

1.1 mi

Museums

San Diego Museum of Man

1.7 mi

Museums

San Diego Natural History Museum

1.4 mi

Church

St. Joseph Cathedral

2500 ft

Harbor Drive & G Street

U.S.S. San Diego Memorial

2800 ft

Parks

The Embarcadero

2800 ft

Tuna Harbor Park

National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military

3800 ft

Mall

The Headquarters at Seaport

3500 ft

700 N. Harbor Drive Tuna Harbor Park

The Homecoming Statue

3700 ft

Mall

Westfield Horton Plaza

1.1 mi

Museums

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum

3900 ft

Tuna Harbor Park G St and N Harbor Dr

The Unconditional Surrender

1.1 mi

Museums

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

4100 ft

Mall

Horton Plaza Park

1.1 mi

Museums

San Diego Automotive Museum

1.7 mi

Nearby

Museums

Maritime Museum of San Diego

1400 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

Little Italy

1400 ft

Train stations

Santa Fe Depot

1400 ft

Museums

San Diego Firehouse Museum

1400 ft

Museums

Museum of Contemporary Art

1400 ft

Church

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

1400 ft

Square

Piazza Basilone

1400 ft

Parks

Waterfront Park

1400 ft

Market

Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Market

1400 ft

Restaurants

Fabrison's

1000 ft

1425 India Street

Petrini's Italian Restaurant

900 ft

610 W Ash St

Buon Appetito Restaurant

1700 ft

1609 India Street

Bayside Bar & Grill

1200 ft

555 W Ash St

Queenstown Public House

1300 ft

1557 Columbia Street

Karl Strauss Brewery & Restaurant

1200 ft

1157 Columbia St

Cafe Guadalajara

1200 ft

1544 Columbia St

King and Queen Cantina

1100 ft

1490 Kettner Blvd

Bar One

1400 ft

1532 India St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

82%

loved it & would return

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.0

Service

9.3

Dining

8.3

Todd

United States of America, October 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The room was comfortable and clean, equipped with cozy pillows and a safe, making me feel secure. The location was perfect, being very close to Little Italy and the harbor. On the downside, the dining options were limited, but overall, it was a great experience.

Rooms

9.0

I paid a premium for the room, but it was worth it for the attention to cleaning small details. The comfy pillows and bed made my stay really enjoyable. Also, the room had a sticker indicating it was safe.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent! I appreciated the room service and housekeeping. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring I had everything I needed during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was great as well, very close to Little Italy and the harbor. I loved being in Little Italy, close to many attractions and with easy access to the waterfront.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed the dining experience, especially the hot dogs. The only downside was limited options, but the food quality was good. I found it to be reasonably priced for what was offered.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered all the essential facilities, and everything was well-maintained. I appreciated the amenities provided and felt the value for money was fair.

Philip

United States of America, August 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel; the location was great with easy access to Little Italy and the harbor. The rooms were comfortable and clean, although we paid extra for the room with a safety sticker, it was worth it. The service was fantastic, making us feel really welcomed, and the dining experience with local fruits was a delightful touch. The facilities were well-maintained and added to a pleasant overall experience.

Rooms

9.0

Our room was clean and comfortable, with the added safety of a premium-paid sticker.

Service

9.0

The staff provided excellent service, making us feel truly welcome throughout our stay.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, being so close to Little Italy and the harbor made exploring the area a breeze.

Dining

8.0

We enjoyed the dining experience, especially the local fruits that added a special touch to our meals.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained, contributing to a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Travis

United States of America, July 2023

9.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were immaculately clean and extremely comfortable with modern furniture. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff and great amenities. The location was perfect, close to Little Italy and the harbor. The dining experience was fantastic with delicious oysters. Overall, a fantastic value for money!

Rooms

9.0

My room was really comfortable with comfy pillows and a cozy bed. The decor was lovely and modern.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional! From room service to housekeeping, everything was top-notch.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was great as well, very close to Little Italy and the harbor, making it convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb, especially the oysters. Delicious and fresh!