As you read about El primero you already know it was built in 1930. Knowing that the hotel is cute…read more, quite a little out dated furniture and carpet but that's it's character and you should embrace it. I took my girk friend there for a birthday night. The location was perfect. We walked up and down third avenue enjoying the shops, bars and restaurants. When our night on the town was over we enjoyed walking back to the hotel to our king room . No hassle whatsoever entering and exiting freely. I would recommend this hotel to anyone that is willing to just enjoy where you are and not expect bellboys and fancy amenities. We plan on doing it again for her next birthday.

I booked El Prinero in an effort to be local to a waterpolo tournament rather than spending my time…read morein my car and my money in businesses that are not local. Chula Vista is a cute neighborhood. The hotel promised quit settings , the smoke store and 7-11 across from it made me doubt that when we first arrived but it turned out to be totally true. The neighborhood is super safe and has everything you will EVER need right on 3rd. The lady running this hotel is super organized. We booked the largest room as we had a 4 night stay. The bed and pillow were cozy. Towels ample in the bathroom. The parking lot on the side dedicated to guests was a life line and so practical. Water pressure and temp were perfect. Spacious bathroom. Cute and large outdoor space. Coffee and tea for guests ready in the lobby every morning. I appreciated that the other guests were equally as quiet as that as it is an old building and you can hear other folks' convo from room to room. As it is often the case no matter how expensive your hotel is. Five star if the trash had been emptied and the bathroom had had a refresh. Booking was easy , payment taken on arrival , easy check out. We'll be back.

I think this Marriott is wonderful, with plenty of nearby businesses and restaurants…read more The location is very attractive to me--a little upscale in quality. Like many Marriott properties, this one offers complimentary breakfast from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The selection includes bacon, chicken sausage, scrambled eggs, oatmeal, juice, coffee, pastries, toast, make-your-own waffles, and all the usual accompaniments. The property features an outdoor jacuzzi and pool. I've never had any issues during my stays here. It's conveniently located near my brother's house, which makes it a perfect option when I prefer not to stay with him.

*Long overdue post*…read more Had to stay here due to construction at my house; stayed here for a month (Yeah I know). Great location, nice breakfast, clean, easy access to freeway. The stay was great... until the very last week. The manager started calling my room and accusing me of not picking up my dog's poop. I ALWAYS pick up my dog's poop. Then he even left a voicemail "for everyone" and reminding them to pick up their dog's poop... pretty sure it was just towards me (even though I think people are nasty if they do not pick up after their dogs). Overall, it's a good location/clean, just that last week left a sour taste in my mouth.

Staff are amazing, hotel is very clean and generous amenities. Fridge, microwave, safe deposit box…read more Heated pool and hot tub, easy parking and INTERNET TV!!!!!! Walking distance to Michaels, Ross, McD. Walmart and Vons within walking distance.

Really nice hotel. No complaints. Love their location, atmosphere, and ambiance. Hotel is newer and…read moreclean. Staff is nice. Grounds are clean. Pet friendly hotel. Hotel is safe and quiet. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat.

SUPERB & SQUEAKY CLEAN! My family and I stayed here during San Diego Comic Con since we didn't want…read moreto drive over an hour from our house to the Convention Center. We were so fortunate that my Mom found this Holiday Inn. Our front desk attendant Ramona was phenomenal and extremely hospitable! A majority of the staff were very friendly and helpful. I was welcomed back almost every night upon returning from my long day of fun by another sweet lady pulling the night shift. Everywhere from the complimentary breakfast room, (open from 6-9:30am) to the elevator, to our room was exceptionally clean. I even peeked in the fitness room and all the stations were well-kept. This Holiday Inn had a medium-sized pull perfect for sun- bathing. Everything about this hotel was convenient. I had some stuff to do for work and forgot my laptop, thankfully they had a desktop in the lobby which allowed me to submit a few documents to my employer. The soap dispensers in the shower and near the sink are high quality and easy to pump. However, what I love the most is this Holiday Inn's proximity to the E Street Metro Station. Each morning it would take about 8 mins to walk to the station from the hotel and I would be off to the convention center within 15-20 mins. My only complaint would be the showers and cost. The shower's plug would not drain correctly and I was forced to take a "bath", which was kind of gross. I don't like standing in my own bath water. As for cost, this location is uber expensive, we paid almost $1,500 for 5 nights. At least parking was free? Overall, I felt very safe at Chula Vista's Holiday Inn. Furthermore, the beds were some of the best in the business. I would return on a non-SDCC weekend. I think they increased their prices for the con. Side note; The breakfast bar was really GOOD! They had snack bags. eggs, biscuits & gravy, waffles, oatmeal, fruit, coffee, juice and more!

This hotel has a lot of great reasons to stay there. And a…read moreone of the biggest reasons is the hotel staff! Everyone seems happy to work there at the front desk . And the lady that prepares the breakfast is always ready before the actual time breakfast is supposed to be served. Which is a huge plus for people like me that usually miss out on the opportunity to have breakfast. The hotel is modern enough and clean rooms. I like that the shower doors work well keeping water on the right side of the glass. The only downside about this place it's not a beautiful view when you look out your window, but you're only a mile from the beach and other attractions .

Beautiful hotel and rooms but no good food to eat and zero sleep. People above us were jumping all…read moreover the room above us. Also the guy next door (service member) continually left his room, slammed the door probably till midnight, also F bombing.

Clean and beautiful place with easy check in, and low to no noise! Front desk was very helpful…read morewhenever I needed assistance! Will look forward to staying here again.

My cousin had our annual Christmas party at his house (we all take turns and I'm up next year,…read moregulp!) which is in CV. We weren't about to make the 130 mile trip back home late at night, so we booked this place (as did my brother-in-law and my other cousin's son (and his GF, hmmmm...) Close to the border in CV, this roadside motel sits inside the driveway to a gas station. Yup, I almost missed it when my nav told me to turn into the gas station. There's ample parking; almost empty when we checked in, though we were surprised that when we returned after our party that the lot was pretty full. The guy at the desk was really nice but wasn't too familiar with any local attractions (we went to Sea World the next day). We volunteered to bring Little Caesars pizza to the party and he did know where that was. In fact, just one exit south off the freeway you'll find a bunch of fast food restaurants and Little Caesars. The room rate was fair for a two queen bed room and a simple breakfast is included. The room was what you would expect from a roadside motel, fairly clean, super simple and basic. The location next to the freeway added to the endless din that made its way through the single pane windows. Partiers who drove the 4 miles across the border to party in TJ made a ton of noise up to 4am, but I won't complain. Just bc I have 4 kids doesn't mean I don't like to have a good time, too. When we packed up the truck to leave, we did smell smoke and it appeared that a homeless person was burning a small on the other side of the wall between the motel and the freeway (no doubt to warm up on a 48F morning... For a motel, it is what it is. However, my wife and I discovered that our kids are bougie since they were looking for the lobby, casino and restaurants... Or was that us???

No hot water; bath tub very slippery; coffee maker missing parts; hair in the scrambled eggs at…read morebreakfast

Experience here was great. Love the welcoming on the tv with your name on it…read more The room smells fresh. Service was great, love the text method for room service. Breakfast was good.! If i happen to travel this area in the future, i will definitely book here again.

In the beginning there was a lot of people we waited awhile to get our room . Out of all the hotels…read moreI've stayed at for Hamptons this hamptons had a variety of food that was good . Our room was nice too

We stayed here to attend an event at UC San Diego thinking it would be a 1.5 mile walk, but you…read morecan't walk to campus from here. It's on the other side of a freeway and there is not a safe sidewalk for most of the access road, Hotel Circle. I share this so people realise how isolated this hotel and all the others on Hotel Circle road are from not only UCSD, but restaurants and amenities. However, the main reason for the low rating is that a fire alarm woke us up at 4 a.m. and there was no presence from hotel staff telling us what was going on, what was the cause, where to go, or anything else. Several hundred guests were standing in the parking lot and not one hotel employee was there! Finally fire fighters showed up and turned the elevators back on, but guests were told nothing. So the absence of staff is a pretty serious omission. Finally, some compensation should have been offered because being awakened to a loud fire alarm at 4 a.m. for no apparent reason--there was no smoke or fire evident--is the opposite of a restful night. The room itself was comfortable and clean, but the location and poor handling of fire alarm is reason for low rating.

Second visit in about a month - this time with the wife and kids. The kids even had their own room,…read morewhich was a nice touch. As I mentioned in my first review, this place is easily a favorite whenever we're in the area. The location is super convenient - walking distance to good restaurants, popular fast food spots, grocery stores, and convenience shops. This time, we also discovered it's just a short walk to bus stops heading to and from Imperial Beach. Once again, the stay didn't disappoint. The room was clean, cozy, and had that welcoming vibe. Bonus: as a loyalty member, having parking right out front is definitely a perk. Will be back again for sure if ever in the area.

Had a great stay and would absolutely return. The hotel has a clean, modern feel with a subtle…read moreEuropean flair that really sets it apart. Everything felt fresh and well-maintained, which made for a very comfortable experience. One of the highlights was the breakfast. While it's an additional cost (around $13), it was definitely worth it--delicious, satisfying, and a great way to start the day. The room itself was on the smaller side, similar to what you'd expect in a European or New York City hotel, but it was thoughtfully designed and made excellent use of the space. The Nespresso machine was a fantastic surprise and a much-appreciated touch. Overall, a stylish, clean, and enjoyable stay--I'd happily book here again.

Check in was easy, the staff was nice! Free parking which was great! Easy access to the highway!…read moreThe shower did not get very hot but had great water pressure. The bed was comfortable, not too hard or soft. There is a lot of street noise but other than that we had a great stay. Would definitely stay again!

Great stay, but watch out for hidden "Safe Fees!" I had a…read moredecent one-night stay here. The staff was great, the accommodations were fine, and the included breakfast was actually better than expected. However, be aware of "nickel and diming" tactics. I booked through Priceline and paid $143.97 (including all taxes and fees). A few days later, a separate $1.09 charge appeared from the hotel directly. When I called, I was told it was a "safe fee." We were never informed of this fee, nor was it itemized during check-in or on the third-party receipt. While the amount is small, these types of undisclosed fees feel like a fraudulent business tactic. It's disappointing to see Choice Hotels International, Inc. following this trend. They lost a customer and future word-of-mouth recommendations over a dollar. I'm grateful the fee wasn't larger, but it's the principle that matters.

The breakfast bar and staff was amazing!!! Everything was fully stocked, clean, delicious and the…read moreladies were great. The lady working Saturday 4/5-monday 4/7 was EXCEPTIONAL!! She IS the reason I rated higher on everything than I normally would, because she made breakfast so pleasant and homey. The chilequilles with frijoles were phenomenal. When we arrived there were so many young men there, we thought it was spring break! We thought we were in for a noisy stay, but it turns out they were marines in training and they were respectful and quiet. It's definitely an old building, worn around the edges, but overall the amenities and layout of our rooms (2 room with king and Queen beds) really worked well. The convenience store at front desk was terrible, expired Snickers, and low selection. If I had to stay again I would.