Every review has covered what we think about this place! It really is such a lovely clean & friendly place. Great safe area/guest house! Upon arriving my husband and I were not sure quite what to expect but we were pleasantly surprised. The owner 'Pie' welcomed us, speedily checked us in and showed us to our room 'STAR OF INDIA',... more

I don't even know to begin. The breakfast is soooo good!! The owners greeted us by name every morning! This B&B is soo nice, comfortable and safe. The rooms are spacious with private bathrooms! Gosh talk about a great experience! We didn't want to leave. I am a native San Diegan and this hotel makes me proud of my city.... more

We researched the El Primero when deciding on places to stay while visiting my brother’s family in Chula Vista, CA. All the positive reviews about first rate, personable service and clean, smart facilities were well-earned. Our host, Pie, was very friendly and made us feel like family. What was even more special was how he went to great lengths to... more

We loved our spacious room (Del Coronado). It was quiet and the bed and room appointments were first class. The staff was exceptionally helpful, friendly, and professional. Breakfast in the courtyard was delicious and breakfast conversation with the owner/host was equally enjoyable. We met many other interesting and interested international travellers there - very cosmopolitan for a small town and... more

First, this is one of the cleanest hotels I have stayed at. Our room was spotless. When I got into bed... I felt like I was in heaven... the down comforter... down pillows were heavenly. We arrived around midnight and the young man (Can't remember his name was a sweetheart). Free parking. The co-owner, Pie, and the young man who... more

JUST WONDERFUL!!! The best place I have stayed in San Diego. Sole and Pie make you feel so very welcome and they do so many things to make you feel safe, relaxed and happy. The rooms are wonderful, beautifully decorated, so much nicer than most hotels that cost more!!! And the beds are to die for!!! Comfortable, with nice duvets... more

My wife and I were traveling from Maple Ridge BC (near Vancouver) to Los Angeles for my son’s water polo tournament. We decided to spend a couple of days in San Diego first and then meet my son in LA. I found the El Primero hotel online. It looked interesting and the reviews were good so we booked it. We... more

1930's building refurbished in decent condition. Room - very clean. Asked when booked reservation for a room with bath. Was told 2nd floor had showers. Asked for alt. Was told bath tubs on ground floor only. OK-so asked for ground floor courtyard view. Arrived. Very secure bldg. Fast check in as we were it! 3 or 4 cars in hotel... more

My wife and I were planning our 10 year anniversary, and we wanted to go to San Diego. Our honeymoon was at a B&B, so it seemed natural to go with tradition. Our on-line search provided us with a number of possibilities. But, unfortunately, we had to mix business with pleasure. And fortunately, the El Primero Boutique Bed & Breakfast... more