El Primero Boutique Hotel - Chula Vista, California

Chuck D.

My son stayed at this hotel for a couple of nights. We visited with him and had some interaction with the owner manager "Karen" | As nice as the hotel was, the highlight has to be the owner or manager Karen. I don't think they make them any nicer than she is!!!!! My son was a little sloppy and did not take care of the room. When we talked with her on the phone she said as much. I went to clean it up so she would not have to and found that he had already cleaned it. Karen had spoken with him and we found he was very open with her and later told us how nice she is....We already knew that :)| Anyway this review is about the hotel and not her 🙂 It is located in the central "downtown" part of Chula Vista, it is in a area that is being revitalized. There are plenty of restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The hotel grounds, and the hotel itself are well maintained and clean! It is the oldest hotel in Chula Vista and has that character! The rooms were clean and my son said comfortable. | Like I said earlier the highlight is the staff!!!!! Very very considerate. If I need to stay in this part of Chula Vista I would stay here!!!!

Jaime J.

Wonderfully unique experience! I wanted my anniversary to be personal and memorable for my beloved, Karen and her family made that happen for us! This boutique hotel is a gem, the fact that it is family owned makes my heart happy. We started our stay with a mobile massage session in room, followed up by a delicious dinner at Lime in the Coconut! The next morning after having coffee and tea (provided by our awesome hosts) we walked down to Farm to Table for brunch! So good! A perfect little getaway, I am returning ASAP and recommending to all of my friends and family! Karen made excellent recommendations for dining, everything was in walking distance!!

Voyage60033901094

Historical family ran hotel, very clean and well appointed. Hotel is located in a nice a area of Chula Vista-really close to restaurants. |We were treated like family -very much enjoyed our stay and no doubt we’ll return for another stay when visiting San Diego.

Freedom L.

1930s restored hotel. Absolutely fabulous. The owner is fabulous. Rooms clean. Nice court yard. But Karen, the owner is the icing on the cake. Highly recommended to stay here. Great location. QUIET. Clean and great prices. This is our go to when in Diego.

Skyler B.

Super friendly front staff. Hotel itself is quite nice for a historic building with lots of nice touches to show the history. Definitely a great experience overall to stay here. Just keep in mind that it is a very old building which means the walls are paper thin, you can hear everything going on in rooms around you so they can hear you too.

E C.

Great place to stay in Chula Vista. Rooms are small but very cozy and clean. The location is perfect.
Staff was kind and welcoming.
Going to keep this on my list when I come to San Diego.

Angel G.

Let start of by saying thank you.

On September 13th 2024 I was driving late from Inglewood CA and called around 11pm to ask about parking. I had not checked in yet.
The wonderful lady who answered explained that the hotel did have parking.

I mentioned that I would arrive at 130am. She kindly explained that it would be too late to check in. None the less she assured me she would wait for me to arrive and check me in.

I didn't get her name but I'm sure if she reads this review she would know who I am.

Again thank you el primero hotel for you hospitality and your flexibility

Francine A.

Awesome room. Very cozy. Great linens. The staff made you feel like you were visiting family. Room was very clean. We will be back and recommend this place to everyone. The parking is secure as well and quiet. It's in the downtown area for shopping convince.