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El Primero Hotel

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Chula Vista

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Relax in a shaded patio area with comfortable seating and a traditional design.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a beautifully designed space with a staircase, framed certificates, and elegant decor.
El Primo Hotel features a classic architectural style with a prominent marquee sign and symmetrical facade.
Relax in this stylish living room with plush sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a potted plant.
Relax in this serene hotel room with a comfortable bed, a stylish chair, and a convenient table for your essentials.
At El Primero Hotel, guests appreciate the attentive staff and convenient amenities like express check-in and WiFi in public areas. With multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and free self parking on site.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Multilingual staff
The current price is $107
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17

Room options

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Handicap - DOUBLE)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (KING)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (QUEEN)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (QUEEN W/ FRIG)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Heating
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (DLX KING)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (DOUBLE)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
416 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Petco Park - 10 min drive - 14.2 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 10 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 23 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 26 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 30 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 32 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 23 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 23 min drive
  • H St Trolley Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪AMC Chula Vista 1 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Bella Pizza Garden - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Farmer's Table - ‬6 min walk

About this property

El Primero Hotel

At El Primero Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Also, Balboa Park and San Ysidro Border Crossing are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
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Room amenities

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  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property is professionally cleaned.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property requires a valid credit card and valid ID at the time of booking.
Property Registration Number 46711

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at El Primero Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at El Primero Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Primero Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at El Primero Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around El Primero Hotel like?

El Primero Hotel is located a short 12-minute walk from Chula Vista Center. Travelers say this guesthouse is in a good location.

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El Primero Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Family friendly
Restaurant
Location
Bed
History
Historical
Shower
Coffee

What guests liked

  • Convenient and secure parking was a godsend, with easy access to shops and downtown area. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

We enjoyed our stay! An antidote to a corporate hotel stay: human-scale, friendly, had character & history. Great location right near Chula Vista’s downtown strip (breweries, coffee shops, restaurants, park) — an unexpected surprise full of options but still very quiet and calm. The courtyard is a nice place to chill out. Perhaps the hotel has seen better days, but if you don’t mind things being a little rough around the edges, the character is worth it. Inkeepers added a personal touch that made us feel at home.
3-night trip

10/10

Just right! Simple, quaint, comfortable, friendly, easy. Perfect. in the support email they state "ARRIVE AS GUEST, LEAVE AS FRIENDS, COME BACK AS FAMILY" - I think this sums it up perfectly. When I need to stay down in this area again I'll definitely return to El Primero.
2-night trip

10/10

Super nice people and nice facility
1-night trip

10/10

The owner took such personal care of me while my husband was in a nearby hospital. I recommend the hotel for anyone wanting a quiet stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Historical building/architecture
4-night trip

8/10

I would recommend. It was a nice place with friendly staff and clean rooms. The bathrooms are a bit cramped, but that just comes with historical buildings.
1-night trip

6/10

It is a family run hotel. It is dated and the room is exceptionally small. There is literally no space to move, just atand. There's also no space to keep your bags. The fake knobs on the doors kept falling off. Otherwise, the bed was comfortable owners were friendly and nice area. It is a good hotel for a 1 night stay, just that be aware the 2 person room with a single bed is extremely small.
1-night trip

8/10

A really cute family run place with a lot of nostalgia. Comfortable, basic and I loved the feel of the place. Quiet neighborhood. Would recommend.
3-night trip

10/10

Very quaint property. Would definitely stay at property again.
1-night trip

8/10

Nice small hotel clean safe quiet, will stay again
1-night trip

10/10

We had a wonderful stay and will definitely try to stay again if we’re ever in the area!
1-night trip

10/10

Old style character, tranquil, with all the amenities close by and the lady at the front desk, Karen shes a great hostess
6-night trip

10/10

Great stay! Property is clean and staff is friendly.
1-night trip

10/10

Staff were very helpful, clean room, quiet and safe.
1-night trip

10/10

The owner was so nice and the hotel is so cute.
2-night trip

10/10

Karen was wonderful. She greeted us and gave us a bigger room for free! I love the art deco design and the San Diego theme. Each room has a different historic designation. The outdoor patio and gazebo are wonderful places to relax. The hotel is within walking distance of restaurants, bars and a park. Bravo!
1-night trip

8/10

Nice hotel just walls were paper thin. Could hear everything in next room and hallway
2-night trip

10/10

Super friendly staff helpful mom and pop!
1-night trip

8/10

Not your traditional hotel, no full time person at desk, no breakfast or anything such as that. Did see some coffee and hot chocolate packs, but that was all, but plenty of places to eat within walking distance. Hotel was clean, rooms on the small size. We got a King size room and was not a traditional size room. Overall it was great for us as we had an event nearby. 7-11 Across the street if you need to buy snack or drinks.
1-night trip

10/10

Owner was very nice and helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

We loved the historic nature of this property, and it's wonderfully friendly proprietor. It was just right for our stay.
1-night trip

8/10

Historic building built in 1930, charming. Staff was very friendly, their children helping out, also very charming!
1-night trip

10/10

i would stay here again
4-night trip

10/10

Enjoyed the stay
2-night trip

10/10

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1-night trip