The Keating Hotel in San Diego, CA

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Telephone:	+1 619-814-5700
Website:	www.thekeating.com
Address:	432 F St, San Diego, CA, 92101 b/t 4th Ave & State St Gaslamp
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:	0.2 mi5th Avenue 0.2 miCivic Center 0.4 miConvention Center
Categories:	Hotels

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Specialties

The Keating Hotel features 35 custom-designed luxury guest rooms «stanzas», by world renowned Italian design firm, Pininfarina. Each stanza, Italian for loft style guest room, incorporates contemporary design elements juxtaposed amongst historic building details.

History

Established in 2007.

Standing as one of the oldest buildings in San Diego, the Keating is truly a testament to the past. In 1890, Fannie Keating began construction of the building as a tribute to her late husband, George J Keating. Designed by the Reid Brothers, best known as the architects of the Hotel Del Coronado, the Keating building instantly became one of the most prestigious office buildings in San Diego. Complete with the modern conveniences of steam heat and a wire cage elevator, the Keating rivaled buildings in New York and Chicago. Today, the Keating Hotel breathes fresh life into the buildings history, combining the old with the new, the Keating showcases modern Italian design punctuated by the use of classic historic details.

Meet the Business Owner

Edward K.

Business Owner

Owner, developer and entrepreneur, Edward Kaen established the Keating Hotel Group (KHG) in 2006, to fully execute his vision of capturing the potential of San Diego as a world class metropolitan destination. In 2005, Kaen joined forces with Pininfarina to establish the Keating Hotel project. The Keating was his first hotel venture, which brought excitement, a new level of sophistication to San Diego.

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21 reviews of The Keating Hotel

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Todd M.

Place rating: 1
Las Vegas, NV

We stayed here for 2 nights. It was supposed to be 3 but we had a change in schedule. We could have stayed a 3^rd night, but we asked if we checked out early could we get a refund for the 3^rd night. The manager said we could check out a day early. We did.
The hotel then billed us for 3 nights, and told us they had a no cancellation policy. If they had said that up front, we would have just stayed the last night instead of leaving.
I don’t recommend this hotel at all. Its a DUMP.

Janice B.

Place rating: 2
Bakersfield, CA

First off. excellent location of downtown San Diego, walking distance to almost everything. restaurants in area, amazing! Entertainment would have been. same if I wasn’t such an old geezer now. haha ok back to hotel. staff extremely helpful and nice. the hotel itself. definitely not what you pay for. Our first room had non working duel sinks. well one did but only hot water. and the knob fell off… shower only had hot water with leaking hand held shower head and sprayed every which way but the way you wanted. And one wash cloth… just one. They then graciously upgrade to a suite with no additional cost. so we thought… but in the end. a large amount of money was returned to us on top of discounted room for the troubles… I don’t think it’s the staffs fault for the owner of the hotels lack of caring and attention to his business… all In all had a great time in San Diego but for future trips, will for sure stay elsewhere in surrounding hotels

Amber S.

Place rating: 4
Yorba Linda, CA

Great hotel to submerge yourself in the Gaslamp central nightlife. My husband and I have stayed at The Keating over a dozen times. Some new upgrades include the new retro-fitted Windows and black out shades. Big improvement! Much quieter at night. The 5am trash truck is hardly noticeable now lol. The staff if always nice. The $ 40 parking is STEEP however that’s pretty much all of SD. Overall the unique Soho style, location and friendly staff make this our go to spot. Now for the 1 missing star: NO REAL WORKOUT ROOM. They say they have one but it’s a dark room with one 1990s stationary bike and a couple worked over weights — this really needs to be upgraded. At least a treadmill or elliptical from this century.

Alexei A.

Place rating: 2
Highland, CA

This place has a unique lovely style and fun place to stay. Our room was right above Coyote Ugly so there is noise at night but nothing compared to the Hood music I’m use to. Located in the heart of downtown. The reason for two stars because you have to fight to get your deposit back. They might charge you for even calling them.

Dee B.

Place rating: 1
Los Angeles, CA

spoke to the front the guy identified I’m suppose the managerI told him I was going to book two rooms for 2 nights but I felt parking was to high at 40.00 he said that is it bad hung up on me
We checked in and the sheets
Where spotted and not clean
The cushions where spotted
The hot water valve was not working
Changed rooms no wash cloths and tv broken

Ryan I.

Place rating: 5
Mount Vernon, IL

The rooms have a very modern look. Very comfortable, and the layout is very convenient and open. The service was top notch they left us a handwritten note when we were out and gave us a complimentary bottle of wine. Our needs were their priority and they made it known. Great stay, would definitely go again!

Michelle C.

Place rating: 4
Anaheim, CA

We had a genuinely great time here. I love the design of this hotel, the staff was incredibly polite and hospitable, and our room (penthouse stanza) was fantastic. I get how this hotel isn’t for everyone, and it’s a bit pricey, but hey, no major complaints that in any way impacted our trip. The location is definitely a ¹⁰⁄₁₀.

Kiko M.

Place rating: 4
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA

I really enjoyed my stay at the Keating Hotel. It’s located in the heart of Gaslamp. Love that every club/bar we went to is literally down the block, all with in walking distance. The staff was EXTREMELY friendly. It’s a small hotel but it’s very modernized and chic. Matt at the front desk was great, when I called for ice (there are no ice machines you have to call the front desk and they bring it up to you) or any towels he himself was the one to bring it up to us.
It was myself my fiancé and our best friend. I will say if you’re sharing a room or with more then one other person I do advise to all get separate rooms. The beds are legit twin size. Lol kinda liked it cause there was no room to argue or anything with the fiancé cause we would have no choice but to cuddle close and tight just to fit in the bed. And we did was great (if ur a cuddler) lol
Right when we walked in the TV was on playing jazz there were some chocolates and a personal card from Matt to welcome us and hope we enjoy or stay. I did like that a lot.
The best part for me was the shower. yes there is no door but u have curtains to cover. The shower head on the ceiling is AMAZING makes you just want to chill in the shower all day.
I would stay here again. Would just make sure to get a separate single bed room.

Sarah D.

Place rating: 1
Mount Pleasant, SC

I decided to stay here for a business trip because of all the reviews. It is close to the main Gaslamp area, but so are many other options.
The biggest problem I had with this hotel is that there is no one working the desk at night. They tape a paper sign on the desk that tells you to call a number for assistance. When you call it is a paid reservation company and they can not help you. In my case, the suite below me was throwing a party and they were blasting rap music and obviously partaking in drugs by the smell of it. Normally I can tolerate a lot but by 4 in the morning you need to get sleep at some point.
I tried to call the desk and went down there all night and there was no one– not safe at all for its guests. I got no sleep and had to go to a meeting all the following day and then take a red eye back to the east coast at night. It was the worst experience ever and I hope this helps others choose another hotel.
There is a Courtyard by Marriott 3 blocks away that is outstanding and cheaper — stay there!
This hotel is not luxury, does not deserve 4 stars and has inaccurate information posted all over it’s website.

Luke P.

Place rating: 1
Aliso Viejo, CA

Would have loved to give this place a good rating. Things were pretty good up until our departure. We received our brand new car back from the $ 40/night valet service with damage. Two very prominent dents to be exact. We had to fill out a claim form and they said they’d check video to see what happened. I gave them time to right the matter, and even called multiple times myself to get things taken care of, but it’s been a few months now and no help. Won’t be returning.

Darlene R.

Place rating: 4
Corona, CA

The hotel is lovely, the staff members are polite and helpful. My only problem with this hotel is I didn’t expect to share my room with paranormal activity! My room was on the 3^rd floor I think 3G.
As my husband and I were getting ready for bed all of the sudden the shower turns on FULL BLAST BY ITS SELF! He goes to check on it and right before he touches the knob the water turns off! This happen twice. We just couldn’t explain what was going on. By now it was three in the morning so we packed up and checked out. I wasn’t going to wait for my legs to get pulled while I’m sleeping. We told the guy at checkout, and he said he never heard of that happening. But you could tell he felt uncomfortable and brushed it off like nothing. He knew we were not lying because why else would two perfectly sober grow adults leave/check out of a very nice hotel/hotel room that cost $ 400 a night at 3am.

Cyrielle T.

Place rating: 4
Bordeaux

Notre hôtel pour deux nuits à San Diego !
Vraiment très bien placé, en plein cœur de Gaslamp et proche de l’artère animée du quartier avec restaurants et bars de tout type. L’hôtel en lui même est très traditionnel à l’extérieur (j’adore ces façades en briques) mais une fois à l’intérieur, ça se modernise. Et attendez de voir les chambres ! Nous avons pu séjourner dans deux chambres en deux nuits. La raison est toute simple, la première chambre que nous avions était au premier étage juste au dessus d’un bar spécialisé en musique live. J’adore… Mais dans le bar, pas jusqu’à 1h du mat dans le caisson de résonance qui nous servait de chambre. Elle avait beau être grande avec un lit immense (et super confort) et une gigantesque douche italienne, le charme a eu du mal à opérer ce soir la. Heureusement que le personnel sur place a été adorable et nous a proposé le soir même de nous changer de chambre… Le lendemain matin (l’hôtel était complet le soir même avec un séminaire d’entreprise sinon ils nous auraient fait changer direct, c’est important de le préciser).
Nouvelle chambre à l’étage penthouse, encore plus grande que la première et tout aussi confortable. En prime, une superbe vue sur San Diego.
Les prix sont élevés mais il y a souvent des promos. Nous avons eu les chambres à 127 $/nuit en plein mois d’août. Autant vous dire que c’était une bonne affaire pour cette période de l’année.

Meredith W.

Place rating: 5
Reno, NV

Loved this place. A unique, quirky hotel right in the heart of gaslamp. Very cozy check in desk, tastefully decorated for Christmas. With a complimentary glass of prosecco at check in, I’m inclined to like this place right away.
Room was interesting industrial chic Italian design, very open studio floor plan. Shower right in the room, with a nice rainshower shower head.
Upon entering my room, I was immediately certain I had been given the keys to someone else’s already-occupied room, as the bed is turned back, a fluffy robe is laid out, lights are on, jazz is playing, and a small plate of pinafores is awaiting on the bedside table. Frankly this kind of weirded me out (not the pinafores. I devored those instantly) but I got used to it by the second night and found it cozy instead of slightly creepy.
Did I need the espresso maker in the room? Absolutely not. Did I use it constantly anyway? Damn straight I did.
An interesting and enjoyable experience. I would definitely recommend this hotel, and stay here again!

Nick C.

Place rating: 1
San Diego, CA

My fiancé and I booked this hotel for our wedding night about 3 weeks in advance. We reserved one of the nicest suites with a jacuzzi they had. We were so excited to stay here. On our wedding day, on a whim, I decided to double check the reservation to find that the entire room was flooded from the previous tenants 2 nights previous. I was given no notice what so ever!!! I asked if they can re assign us to a different room in their hotel which they said they have no more rooms available… I was promised some sort of compensation in the mail for the trouble which I never received! And on top of all that they were extremely rude!!!
I was then forced to scour the local hotels to find another room suitable for our wedding night. I finally found someone who was willing to give us a last minute room 1 hour before I was supposed to be standing at the alter for my wedding day.
Horrible experience, horrible service, and horrible staff. I am still in shock of how unprofessional this staff handling the situation.

Sammi G.

Place rating: 1
Fullerton, CA

My stay was amazinggg UNTIL check out. The Keating charged me for mini bar items I never used! Then they took resort fees & valet fees out of my account which is no problem but after the remaining balance was credited back to my card, I wake up the next morning and the $ 150 deposit was again showed as a hold on my account. So frustrating and when I called to get clarification the lady who looked into my reservation could not even comprehend what I was explaining to her. Ugh.
The staff was great when we checked in and everything was lovely, room was awesome! It’s just a bummer that after such great memories I had to deal with stupid issues.

Lee S.

Place rating: 5
San Diego, CA

Amazing!
We had an event at the hotel this last weekend. My sisters 40^th birthday party.
We were able to have a wonderful party in the heart of downtown San Diego without the hassle of what comes with it.
We booked the Gran Turismo room. The set up was exactly what we were looking for. Not to mention the swanky décor of the hotel went perfectly with the theme of the party.
The staff was incredibly helpful and on top of it! Not an empty glass or dirty dish in sight and bar was fully stocked.
We were able to have our event catered by Café 21 (which was directly next to the hotel) and the food was phenomenal!
The room is equipped with audio and visual components. We had our favorite tracks playing and able to have a slideshow going at the same time.
Shane, Andi, Matt and Alberto as well as the rest of the staff at The Keating made this event unforgettable and could not have been any happier with how the evening turned out.

BreYan Journi P.

Place rating: 5
Santa Fe Springs, CA

Great tech advanced hotel! The hotel
Came with plenty of classic (technically art-Dico) ! We used the app hotel tonight to book this room for a great price. The room was spacious enough for two. Highly recommended for a stay here if you are in the gas lamp quarters!
The service was great ! The guy at the front desk was very helpful and offered upgraded room.
It’s close to all the nightlife with an amazing restaurant across the street from it call the viva bar and grill (check out my review and pictures for this place too!)

Lara D.

Place rating: 4
Orange County, CA

I enjoyed the décor And color scheme of this hotel. Red on red on red. The whole place was like what you imagine 50 shades to look like. The carpeting was nice and the stairs very convenient.
I loved that the keating was right in the heart of gaslamp. It made life so much easier. Right across from the tipsy crow and above café 21 (good for brunch). When you’re out and about bar hopping and oh look your hotel is right there.
The rooms were not what I expected. Felt like part hostel part hip hotel. We had a really nice comfy bed. The shower was great I loved it and the shampoo conditioner excellent. The shower didn’t have doors there was a curtain that you pull that didn’t quite go all the way.
The room is «good for couples» «awkward for buddies.» But two couples is fine too. You’re allowed to have up to four people.
The hotel has been there for a long time and they’ve revamped it made it hip stylish and modern.
They had a cool pull out closet with a red umbrella yoga mat Hugh Hefner robe. Flip flops. Minibar/fridge. Snacks. Water
I would stay here again! Great choice for gaslamp.

Heather D.

Place rating: 2
Oakland, CA

Our room was ready upon our arrival even though we were pretty early which was a nice surprise. We were upgraded from a standard room to a suite which was a nice bonus. They normally serve a little bubbly at check in but were not quite ready when we arrived (again we were early) but the staff brought the bubbly up to us shortly after we checked in and gave us on an overview of how the Jacuzzi, TV and coffee maker worked.
The beds are super comfy. The coffee maker was a bit of a nightmare. we asked for additional coffee and it was provided promptly as well as they serve coffee and biscotti in the lobby. The hotel is in the heart of the Gas Lamp district so you are going to get noise from the surrounding area and may see the less fotunate relieving themselves on the, it is an old building after all. You can also hear your neighbors so you should hope they are not up to any shenanigans or you will know about it. The ear plugs came in handy on a Thursday night when the bars were spilling into the street. If there is more then one person in the room you may have to arm wrestle for the single pair provided.
The room had snacks, some drinks, robes, and free flip flops. I am not aware of any other amenities like a bar etc. so if they exist they hid them well. The staff was very nice but when I balance the entrie experience for the price there really was not enough bang for my hard earned buck.

Vin T.

Place rating: 1
Carlsbad, CA

This hotel is as welcoming as a neck and shoulder rub from Bill Cosby. We found The Keating to be absurdly loud, outdated, and off putting.
We booked an upper floor «spa suite». Whaaat? 1900’s mixed with modern Italio-industrio-fabio décor. Take it down. Even worse, there’s a peculiar odor in the room — like a mix of stale corn chips and prison shower mold. And the bathroom: nuanced — like damp chipmunks.
We started to worry when instead of mints, we got foam earplugs at turn down. And do not venture too far into the deep dark corners of the room. This is where items put in wadded-up napkins have come to die since 1900.
The hotel basics that you would expect either didn’t exist, didn’t work, or barely worked. Spa tub: broken. Toilet: begrudgingly. Coffee maker: don’t touch this. Windows that fully close: sorry. Shower door: bring your own. Parking (there has to be parking, right?!?): nope. WiFi: no wireless internet — do they mean «wet intestinal fungus inside»?
Upon each problematic encounter, we called down to the front desk, shift manager, and even got the General Manager on the phone the next day — resulting in (coincidentally) the same fake-excuses (we’ll send «maintenance» up), fibs, and false apologies. You get this strange vibe that this isn’t their first disgruntled customer rodeo.
Don’t stay here unless you’re a tasteless, un-bathed coke junkie with a recent tetanus shot, pimping a hearing aid with low batteries; and absolutely no expectation of being treated as a paying guest. Stay at the Hard Rock, the W, or one of the two Hiltons.

Matthew T.

Place rating: 4
San Diego, CA

A pretty hip hotel in the heart of downtown, walking distance to the gaslamp district. The room we were in was the Penthouse, and it was only $ 170 after fees on a Saturday night. It featured two twin beds, espresso machine, mini fridge, and the most space I’ve ever had at this pricing point. Everything was clean and in tip top shape.
The hotel and penthouse room serves as a great spot to have a hotel preparty. There is a lot of space in the room for people to hang out; usually rooms are cramped if you get more than 10 people in there. We had up to about 30 people in the room right before we rolled out to the bars. Walking distance to a lot of the major bars. It’s a good choice!

The Keating Hotel

San Diego, United States