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7.9

203 reviews

Keating

Keating

432 F Street, San Diego, 92101, California, United States

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Free wifi

Air conditioning

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Keating

Keating is a 4-star hotel in San Diego, California, United States, tucked about 0.3mi from the city center. Located at 432 F Street, this stylish stop invites travelers to explore the heart of town, with 203 reviews shaping its story.

Guest comfort shines with free WiFi, air conditioning, free toiletries, and a bathtub, delivering a refreshing retreat after days of sun and sightseeing.

Minimum price: not listed in the provided data. Address: 432 F Street. Location: San Diego, California, United States, about 0.3mi from the city center. Reviews: 203.

Inside the doors, a room-for-every-mood lineup awaits: the Superior Suite tops the lineup at 5,382 square feet, designed for two with a queen bed, while the main Suite spans 3,229 square feet and also welcomes two to stretch out in style. The Corner Suite, 1 Bedroom, offers 725 square feet of bright, sophisticated retreat space, and the Chic Junior Suite adds a king bed with a sofa bed for flexible lounging. Deluxe options come in two flavors: a 3,229-square-foot version with a queen bed, and a 300-square-foot King-with-City-View option for a quick skyline fix. Standard rooms sweep in at 300 square feet, comfortably sleeping two adults and one child in various layouts.

View options bring a seaside or urban glow, with the Double Room, Sea View presenting a soothing waterfront backdrop, all in a non-smoking format. For city panoramas, the Deluxe, King, City View cap 300 square feet with a bright outlook over the downtown scene, while other Standard configurations remain compact yet cozy at 300 square feet.

Payment is card-only, with Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and Maestro accepted; cash is not accepted. The address is 432 F Street in San Diego, a short stroll from the heart of town, backed by 203 traveler reviews.

Closest airports

San Diego International Airport

2.5mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

16mi

McClellan–Palomar Airport

29.5mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Junior Suite in Keating

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Junior Suite

1 Queen Size Bed

3230 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This suite has a large shower with a "car-wash" shower, lounge and window sitting with city views.

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Standard, King/Twin

1 King Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

300 sqft

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This double room has a bathrobe, air conditioning and cable TV.

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Deluxe, King Size, City View

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This double room features a mini-bar, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee machine.

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Corner Suite, 1 Bedroom

725 sqft

Spa tub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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A large living space, a wet bar, and a state of the art entertainment system are all included in this room. A designer spa tub with views of the Gaslamp quarter is also available.

King Suite in Keating

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Suite

1 Queen Size Bed

3230 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Superior King Suite in Keating

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Superior Suite

1 Queen Size Bed

5380 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Deluxe Room in Keating

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Deluxe

1 Queen Size Bed

3230 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Standard Room

300 sqft

Free wifi

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This room provides free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar and a Bluetooth connectivity system.

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Chic Junior Suite

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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Chic Suite

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Double Room, Sea View

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Honeymoon Double Room

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Guest reviews

7.9

203 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Michele

8.2

July 2025

location was great, easy walking distance to the convention center. staff was very friendly, prompt, knowledgeable and helpful. Room was available a little early and i was able to get settled in which was awesome.

the layout and design of the rooms are just not that comfortable. The (concrete?) floors are a bit strange and I could hear every step the room above me made. The shower is just out in the open and can be seen from the bed so sharing the room with anyone other than a partner would be super awkward. The bed appears to be a king size but you can feel the break in the middle from two mattresses or mattress pads so it is not a true king. The luggage storage doesn't have a person in charge so you can only leave your bags at your own risk as the storage room is just locked with a code.

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Kleber

8.2

December 2024

Large bedroom (larger than usual) with nice shower, walking distance to the convention center, plenty of restaurants around, staff at the reception (Oscar) was very friendly and did all he could to make it a good stay

It is right across from bars on 5th, and they even provide earplugs (nice but unfortunate), so you can only hope to get or move to a room on the 4th or 5th floors. There was no daily housekeeping, so the hotel ends up feeling like an Airbnb; there are no amenities other than a vending machine. The furnishing is very industrial, so it doesn’t have a cozy feel.

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Calum

9.1

April 2025

Stayed here for almost a week for a conference in town and wanted to not pay too much. I felt compelled to write this review because there are a fair few negative reviews online and I understand the hotel appeared on Ramsey's Hotel Hell some years ago... however, my experience was top notch. Of course it isn't the Ritz but it is brilliant value for money. The staff are lovely, the rooms have a certain charm in how eccentric they are. The shower was quality and everyone couldn't do enough for me during the stay. Cannot speak highly enough of the place, it is neatly tucked into the main area of town but is secure and about half the price of everywhere else. My room was very spacious, great bed, shower, two sinks, toilet and desk, was just what I needed and the wifi was also good. Netflix and many other channels already logged in. Don't believe all you read with the negative reviews of this place. If you can deal with basic but good quality then this is a good spot.

Nothing, all good. Noise perhaps a little loud on the weekend at night but I think this would be the same anywhere you stay.

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Kathleen

9.1

May 2025

The room was very big and spacious. The location was very ideal. There were several shops in the area if you need food. There are also supermarkets nearby. It was just walking distance from the conference venue and I enjoyed walking in the neighborhood. The staff were very nice and helpful. They will help you out if there is anything you need and would also recommend places to eat at.

The arrangement/layout of the room was a bit weird since there was no door to the shower which was located at the corner of the room. It felt like a bed was placed in the middle of the bathroom. The shelves were not the regular design that I found it hard to use. But that is only if I'm being picky. Otherwise, my stay was pleasant.

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David

9.1

July 2025

Beautiful, unique hotel with incredible staff -- kind and helpful -- located centrally in the Gaslamp Quarter. A short walk to the Convention Center, surrounded by great places to eat. The hotel also offers almost half-price deals on the Horton Parking Garage, which is a lifesaver.

Fifth street is a loud nightmare, teeming with hostile drunks, 365 nights a year. Keating does its best to mitigate this with thick windows and a chill vibe, but it can only do so much.

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Svetlana

10

March 2025

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The check-in process was smooth and well-organized. The location in the Gaslamp Quarter was ideal - right in the heart of San Diego, with numerous restaurants and entertainment options nearby. The room itself was comfortable and clean, and the provided WiFi worked well throughout my stay. Overall, I had a pleasant experience and would definitely stay here again. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a hassle-free stay in downtown San Diego!

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Yuriko

9.1

August 2025

The hotel was old but very well maintained and clean. The staff was nice and friendly. The location is perfect. I would love to stay there again when I have another chance to visit San Diego.

There is another hotel called the Keating Hotel at 815 F St, San Diego, and Google map tried to direct me to that one several times. So a clear guidance of distinguish would be helpful.

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Robin

9.1

July 2025

Breakfast options near the hotel were superb. Many good choices. When we checked in, we were asked if street noise would be a problem. When we said we wanted quiet, we were given a room in the upper back of the building. No noise at all. The staff at the front desk was friendly and very helpful. Gave good recommendations for places to eat and things to do.

The hotel is minimal and very comfortable. Another reviewer said it was quirky in a positive way; I completely agree.

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Mona

8.2

April 2024

The location was good and the hotel was historic! The room was large, comfortable and not very expensive. The style of the room was modern but like an industrial kitchen sink... Note: To see yourself in the mirror you have to close the bathroom door( the mirror is hidden if you travel alone in case you do not bother closing the bathroom door you may not find the tall mirror!)

I expected a hotel but it was more an Airbnb than a hotel. Upon check-in, I got a code to enter the establishment and the room. There was no one at 6 pm in the reception or at the door. I was always worried that someone follow me and that there were a lot of homeless people in the area and some looked aggressive. Once during 4-night stays, I saw security and twice a reception otherwise no one. There was a smell of gas in the hotel and elevators but not in my room but some guests complained their room was smelly. There was no safe in the room. The closet wasn't very functional. Not enough hangers... No water bottles in the room nor any type of glasses... You don't know even where to put your toothbrush or soap in... No box of tissues.

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Roe

10

May 2025

This hotel was amazing. The concierge/hotel staff Alex and Oscar were absolutely phenomenal. They checked-in with me each morning to see if I needed anything. It was one of the best stays I've had. The price was more than competitive, I felt like it was a steal. I will absolutely 💯 be staying there again.

Parking which isn't their fault but their recommendations of spot hero was on point. Saved me $20 a night.

Points of Interest Around Keating

Attractions

Embarcadero

1mi

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

1.2mi

Mingei International Museum

1.3mi

El Prado

1.4mi

Old Globe Theater

1.4mi

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

1.5mi

Spanish Village Art Center

1.6mi

Liberty Station

3.6mi

Shelter Island

4.2mi

Point Loma

4.9mi

Mission Beach

6.7mi

Pacific Beach

7.7mi

Sunny Jim Sea Cave

11.3mi

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)

11.3mi

Heritage Park

17.1mi

Amenities of Keating

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Keating

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property