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Little Italy Inn

Little Italy Inn

505 West Grape Street
San Diego, CA 92101
United States of America

(619) 230-1600
(800) 518-9930

 

Circa 1910. Stay at this delightful and inviting urban retreat near San Diego Bay in a landmark building renovated with modern conveniences while offering an old-world atmosphere. Relax in the intimate courtyard. Four distinct styles of elegant guest bedrooms are named after Italian colors and feature luxurious touches. Stay in a one- or two-bedroom Harbor Bay View suite with a spa tub and kitchenette. Start each day with a European-style breakfast before experiencing the many sites and sounds of the area. Explore the nearby historic Gaslamp Quarter District with shopping and dining.

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Little Italy Inn



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Rates

$89 to $249

Payment types accepted include Visa, Travelers Checks, Discover, American Express and Master Card.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Afternoon Tea

Events Hosted

  • Weddings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Reunions
  • Honeymoons

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Continental Plus Breakfast
  • Afternoon Tea

Other Activities

  • Amusement Park
  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries

On-Site Spa Services

  • Massages

Off-Site Spa Services Available

Nearby Recommended Spas

Spa Tiki
(619)231-4363

Anatomy Day Spa
(619)398-3092

Indigo Home for Hair and Body
(619)294-3055

Innkeeper(s)

Steven GM

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Rooms

This property has 4 total guest accommodations, 16 with private bath, 4 with hot tubs, 3 two-bedroom suites. The types of beds available include King.

Amenities In Room

  • Clock Radio
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Data Ports
  • VCR
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Voice Mail
  • DVD
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Some Rooms With Kitchens
  • Iron/ironing Board Upon Request

Amenities On Site

  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Television
  • VCR
  • DVD

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Television
  • Modem Connection
  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services

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Little Italy Inn

Map

Location: City/Urban, Downtown, Little Italy and near airport.


Recommended Restaurant(s)

  • Po Pazzo, Indigo Grill, Buon Appetito.

Romantic Interest

Our individually decorated rooms offer luxurious touches such as spa tubs & plush bath robes.

Historic Interest

Historic Awards:

  • City Historical Site (Applied)

Historic sites nearby:

Star of India (1 miles), USS Midway (1.5 miles), Balboa Park & Museums (2 miles)

Weather

About Our Rooms

Verde

VerdeQueen Bed with premium mattress. Individually decorated room. Shared common bathroom and shower. In-room safe. European-style continental breakfast. Complimentary in-room bottled water.

Type of bed: Queen

 

Azzuro

Queen Bed, Some with memory foam mattress.Distinctively decorated room. Private bath. In-room safe. European-style continental breakfast. Complimentary in-room bottled water.

Type of bed: Queen

 

Amore

Courtyard View. King bed, some with memory foam mattress. Private bath with bathtub or spa tubs.Some kitchenettes available. In-room safe. European-style continental breakfast. Complimentary in-room bottled water.

Type of bed: King

 

Bianco

Harbor Bay View Suites. 2 bedrooms or 1 bedroom with living room. Queen beds with memory foam mattresses. Private bath with bathtub or spa tubs. Some kitchenettes available. In-room safe. European-style continental breakfast. Complimentary in-room bottled water.

Type of bed: Queen

 

Innkeeper Note

Welcome to the Little Italy Inn, a charming European-Style Bed and Breakfast which was originally constructed in 1910. This rare city retreat embraces the sites, sounds and flavors of its vibrant neighborhood. Wide open hallways lead to individually-decorated rooms and suites, featuring luxurious touches such as bay views, spa tubs, over-size closets, wood floors, and plush bathrobes. The Little Italy Inn invites you to relax and experience rare personal attention and service beyond your expectations which is reflective of this elegant unique historic property. Featuring all of the conveniences any traveler would expect from a first-rate hotel, along with the charm and beauty that defines Southern California. We are just minutes from the San Diego Airport and walking distance to wonderful restaurants, sidewalk cafes, artful boutiques and so much more. Exploring the area is simple as walking, hoping a trolley, hailing a taxi or reserving a chauffeured bicycle cab. Adventure is right outside your door!

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Little Italy Inn

 

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Holiday and special events
Cancellation:48 hours
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on3/3/2010
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Romantic and Great for Family

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Daniel L
Dekalb, IL
3/3/2010

My family and I loved staying at the Little Italy Inn. It is at the heart of San Diego, very close to the restaurants, downtown San Diego and international Airport. It is very cozy and clean. It is great for a weekend getaway, or for your friends visiting town. Highly recommend it

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic, quiet and friendly

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Donald L
Simi Valley, CA
2/24/2010

This B&B was one of the cleanest, friendliest hotels I've stayed with. I was thoroughly impressed with how efficient and friendly the staff was. The breakfast was wonderful and the flowers were amazing. I look forward to returning to the Little Italy Inn.

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Romantic, quiet and gorgeous

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Moises M
New York, NY
2/23/2010

This Inn is a great find! After a long, grueling flight from Africa, we looked forward to a comfortable bed. The Inn boasts of more than comfort, it offers lots of charm and character. The location is great; 5 blocks from the waterfront, just off the I5 ramp, and 15 minute walk to the downtown area. All the staff are friendly, accessible, service oriented and always aim to please. Tastefully furnished rooms and common areas are clean and welcoming. The fresh flower arrangement in the foyer/lobby is always colorful and eye-catching. Breakfasts are more than adequate. Coffee, tea and ice-cold water available 24 hours in the lobby is a plus. We hope to return; I've already spread the word among friends & associates scattered all over the world.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
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    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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A sweet little romantic treasure

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Nicole G
Appleton, WI
2/23/2010

A quick jaunt over to San Diego prompted us to look for a nice place to stay. We found the Little Italy Inn and it was far more than we expected it to be. I cannot express my satisfaction with this treasure but to say we're already planning our next trip to relax and play in San Diego and visit our new home away from home, The Little Italy Inn.

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Quiet, serene, cute and romantic!

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Mary Beth K
Conneaut, OH
2/23/2010

Words cannot describe how impressed we were with this Inn. From the welcome staff to the beautiful room. It was amazing! We felt so special and so welcomed. We didn't want our stay to end. But we are already making arrangements to return in the fall and bring family with us. The convenience of this location was awesome. We were close to everything! The decor is gorgeous and the friendliness of the staff is wonderful! The European style breakfast, as well as the happy hour were great! Like I said...we'll definitely be back!

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic and great location

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Jim S
Bend, OR
2/22/2010

After staying last July, we had to do it again. It was one of our best vacations ever. I lived in San Diego for 25 years but somehow missed Little Italy Inn. Now that we have found it, we want more. The location is great and the place takes us back to when buildings weren't concrete and steel. Love the furnishings, fixtures and the beautiful wood everywhere. Nice restaurants nearby that are terrific, fun nightlife, morning espressos, wonderful. And their wine and cheese and a relaxing atmosphere is great. Very comfortable - like a vacation should be - no rushing, just enjoying, Ciao

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic and fun location

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Marina R
Phoenix, AZ
2/22/2010

I first stayed at this B&B in 2008 with a friend of mine. We were having a "girls weekend" at ComicCon (how nerdy of us, I know!) and were desperately seeking a hotel that wasn't charging an arm and a leg because of the convention. My friend stumbled on their website and we were so happy with how reasonable the rates were. The Friday night happy hour was our favorite! I loved this hotel so much that 8 months later (in 2009), I brought my husband there to celebrate his birthday weekend. He became an instant fan! We both loved the walkability of the location and the proximity to so many great places. We hope to visit San Diego this year and will definitely stay with them again. Thanks Little Italy Inn for being so amazing!

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Loved my stay

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Sharon B
Busbee, AZ
2/21/2010

I so loved my two night stay, last September, with my "baby" sister. We had the loveliest time, grew closer, and have spread the word to everyone we know that Little Italy is THE best place to stay in San Diego. Before I reserved our nights there, I had searched out other hotels in the area and decided if I was going to stay where I wanted to stay I'd rather spend a bit more and get the best. I do hope to return now and then with friends and family

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic get-away

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Una B
Columbus, OH
2/21/2010

Little Italy Inn is a home away from home.... love that you are perfectly tucked away from the action but close enough to walk to it! Your staff and facilities are warm and very helpful.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
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    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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LOVED it! Very Romantic!

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Cynthia W
2/20/2010

We have stayed with you on several occasions and LOVED it! We even recommended Little Italy Inn to our family. They, too, had an amazing stay. Thanks for being a home away from home. We were treated like family.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
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    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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A little Italian Gem of a place!

Little Italy Inn

3 of 5 hearts
RODAN T
Phoenix, AZ
2/20/2010

I cannot imagine staying anywhere else when going to San Diego...Stayed there twice this past year but would have been there more if I could get away from work more often! A more cozy well kept fabulous (B n' B like place) you will not find. It's to large to call it a Bed and Breakfast but quaint enough to think of it as a hotel... So much more than just a place to stay! I plan on staying there next month! Can't wait!

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    • 4 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic and like home, too!

Little Italy Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Kathryn A
2/19/2010

I have stayed here with my family and we loved it. The staff is first-class and very helpful. The Inn is clean and the rooms are decorated very nicely. The breakfast and the afternoon wine socials are very nice to meet other Inn guests. Highly recommend!

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Other Ratings: 2 AAA Diamonds, iLoveInns Guests

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