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The Historic Penn Hotel

6.7 / 10

Average(11 Ratings)

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Apartment in Gaslamp Quarter, CA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Enhanced cleaningExtra health and hygiene measures to ensure your safety

Location

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Reviews

3 / 10

Not worth the money I go every year

Location was wonderful

Had problems getting code to get in then no Internet access tried calling but no help very confusing when I asked I snap shot the ones from my phone because everything they said was not showing up then living room bed felt broken sank all the way in the middle very uncomfortable had no TV in bed room I left as soon first thing in the morning the room was clean but way to many problems

3 / 10

Great location, but falsely advertised accommodation, and horrible staff.

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The check-in process was horrendous. Staff made us wait past check-in time for door codes due to poor communication regarding pre-check-in process. The next day, there was another guest. I had almost identical issues and waited over an hour in the lobby, trying to check in. Biggest complaint was that it was advertised as a two bedroom. It was a one bedroom with a bed in the living room, literally between the front door and the kitchen table with no walls in between. That is not a bedroom by any definition. Lastly, staff was slow to respond, and in many cases never did respond, to request or needed items or other issues.

1 / 10

I don't recommend it. Misleading advertising. I couldn't sleep.

I wouldn't go back and I don't recommend it. I didn't like it.

I don't recommend it. One of the beds was an inflatable mattress that you had to inflate yourself. During the night, the mattress deflated and had a puncture. There was only one blanket, and it was dirty. I couldn't sleep all night and was cold. The advertising was misleading. We booked a place with two separate beds for two people, but the reality was not as described in the photos. They should warn guests that the second bed is an inflatable mattress and show it as such in their photos. We called the manager immediately upon arrival, and they answered right away, but they never resolved the issue. Additionally, the entrance is very unattractive. There are overflowing trash cans that smell rotten. I will never return to this place.

3 / 10

Never again… also NOT A HOTEL!

In general, it’s a convenient location in the heart of Gas Lamp.

If you’re a broke college student looking for a place in the Gaslamp, this might work. I will never stay here again — even if they offered me a free room. First impression: this is not a hotel. There is no lobby. You walk up to a set of double doors next to a taco shop. The entrance is lined with trash cans and looks like the side door of an old, poorly managed apartment building. It smelled strongly like urine. I genuinely thought I was in the wrong place. I arrived early hoping to drop my bag before heading to work meetings — like you would at any normal hotel. There is no luggage storage and no one onsite. After standing outside for almost an hour trying to reach someone, I was told I could rent a public storage locker nearby. That might have been manageable if they had communicated ahead of time that there is no front desk, no staff, and no place to store luggage. Instead, I spent an hour outside that entrance, walking around a homeless man near the doorway, trying to figure out what to do with my suitcase. The check-in process was just as frustrating. I received access codes right at 4:00 pm, but they didn’t include the unit number. So I spent another 30 minutes inside the building trying to figure out which room was mine, with no staff and no clear instructions. This place is marketed like a hotel, but it operates like an unmanaged short-term rental with zero support. The entire experience was confusing, high-maintenance, and stressful — especially for a work trip. I have never written a negative hotel review before, but this one earned it.

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6.7 / 10

Average(11 Ratings)

Apartment in Gaslamp Quarter, CA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Enhanced cleaningExtra health and hygiene measures to ensure your safety

About this apartment rental

{start_header}Comfortable Accommodation{end_header} {start_body}The Historic Penn Hotel in San Diego offers apartment-style accommodations with family rooms. Each unit features air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen.

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Free WiFi/internet

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Non-smoking

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Family friendly

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6.7 / 10

Average(11 Ratings)

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10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026

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10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026

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FAQs

Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?

Yes, this apartment has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Historic Penn Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Historic Penn Hotel pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at The Historic Penn Hotel?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, air conditioning, non-smoking, wifi/internet, and family friendly.

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