The award-winning hotel boasts a Southern California charm, and is situated between Balboa Park and the historic Gaslamp Quarter (in close proximity to iconic San Diego attractions like the beaches of La Jolla and Petco Park). With a Four Diamond rating from AAA and Silver Award from Travel Weekly’s 2024 Magellan Awards, Alma is pet and family-friendly, ideal for visitors and locals looking for a nearby getaway.
Alma is home to Leave of Absence, the seasonal rooftop restaurant and bar known for wood-fired pizzas and signature cocktails (which is set to re-open this Spring), and The Cafe, Alma’s cozy lobby bar and restaurant known for its weekly programming bringing together locals and visitors alike (from live music with local musicians to Paint & Sip “classes” and more). In addition to the programming at The Café, 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 so much more.
One of Downtown’s best hidden secrets with engaging activations for major moments in the city (such as San Diego Pride, San Diego Comic Con, concerts at the House of Blues and more)
