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Southern Charm in San Diego

The Alma is Family- and Pet-Friendly

Find Southern California charm at the award-winning Alma San Diego Downtown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

My recent visit included a stay in the Presidential Suite, which offered beautiful views and plenty of room for my family of four.

The family-friendly locale is home to Leave of Absence, a seasonal rooftop restaurant and bar known for wood-fired pizzas and signature cocktails and The Café, a cozy lobby bar and restaurant known for its weekly programming that brings together locals and visitors alike with its live music by local musicians to Paint & Sip “classes,” and more.

My husband and I enjoyed the hotel bar, where we sipped delicious cocktails and enjoyed a selection of appetizers.

In addition to its food and drink offerings, Alma brings the community together through various yoga classes, such as their Zin + Zen events, seasonal pet-friendly events, like Paw La La La La, the dog-friendly photo sessions with Santa, rooftop activations, and more. 

The hotel is located in a convenient area of San Diego, between Balboa Park and the historic Gaslamp Quarter, with plenty of restaurants and nightlife within walking distance. In fact, it’s within 20 minutes of a range of activities for date nights, family experiences, or solo expeditions.

Our family took the railcar to the USS Midway.

With a Four Diamond rating from AAA and Silver Award from Travel Weekly’s 2024 Magellan Awards, Alma is pet- and family-friendly, and ideal for visitors looking for a fun getaway.

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The hotel is located in a convenient area of San Diego, between Balboa Park and the historic Gaslamp Quarter, with plenty of restaurants and nightlife within walking distance.