El Primero Boutique Bed & Breakfast Hotel

  • Inn Details

    This historic, award winning, bed and breakfast hotel was built in 1930. With its Zigzag Modern Art Deco Design it is now completely restored to its original historic elegance. The El Primero Boutique Bed and Breakfast Hotel is the proud recipient of many awards,including Chula Vista's Historic Preservation Award, Mayor's 2005 Beautification Award,Cool California Small Business Excellence Award, Chula Vista Clean Business Award and Congressional recognition for the owners.. The El Primero emershes our Guests to the rich history of the San Diego region.The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Chula Vista where one can Dine, Shop, Enjoy and Discover all within walking distance. Only minutes away from Convention Centers, San Diego regions major attractions and the International Border. The 'El Primero Boutique B&B Hotel" a hotel like no other. Visit us at "elprimerohotel" and "aroundandaboutsandiego"


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • Tagalog/Spanish

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish



    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Private entrance

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • iron and ironing board upon request

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  • Torrey Pines

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    Mission de Alcala

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    San Diego Zoo

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    Del Mar Fair

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    Villa Montezuma

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    Wonderland Park

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    Star of India

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$110

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 pm    Check out: 11:00am

    • Minimum stay: Minimum of two nights on Summer Weekends

    • Deposit amount required: Credit card required to reserve. Credit card deposit of 1 night's room plus tax required at time of booking.

    • Cancellations: Cancel within 72 hours or one night fee will be charged. Major group bookings- five (5) days cancellation policy applies.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: No

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: expanded breakfast

    • Time Served: 7:30- 10:00 AM

    • Serving location: courtyard, Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Signature Dish

    Fritatta or quiche, banana bake bread,
    Fritatta is more like Spanish Omelet and served hot. It takes the shape of a muffin for individual serving size.


    Special meal options

    • Restrictive

    • Int'l restaurants

  • Location Type

    • City

    • Downtown

    • Small town

    • Village


    City

    • San Diego

    • Distance to city: 7 miles

    • Directions to property:
      The property is located at 416 Third Avenue, downtown Chula Vista. Centrally located between Interstate 5 and 805 freeway.


    Airport

    • San Diego, CA (SAN-Lindbergh Field) 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the airport, take Interstate 5 South (travel approx. 7 miles),exit H street (left on H street), go approximately 1.5 miles to Third Avenue (left on Third Ave.) The El Primero Boutique B&B Hotel is on the left at 416 Third Ave just prior to the next traffic light on G-Street.


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • International Border (Mexico)

    • Olympic Training Center, Nature Center

    • Cricket Amphitheatre, SD Sky Dive

    • SeaWorld, SD Zoo & Wild Animal Park

    • Water Parks and Beaches, Old Town

    • LegoLand, Seaport Village, Gaslamp Qtrs

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Casinos, Balooning, Sky Diving

    • Water Sports, Museums, Outlet Shopping

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Video Arcade

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    Santa's stay at El Primero!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    Santa's visit to Chula Vista was made very comfortable by the warm & friendly stay at the EL PRIMERO B&B it was more like staying at a family member home, The owners & their family treated me as one of their own, I will always stay here on my return visits. Oh!! the home made Philippine bread buns are one of Santa's favorite on the breakfast menu!! Pa Pa Santa


    wondreful stay!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    The hotel was simple, clean and the beds were comfortable. But the managers (very kind and welcoming couple from Phillipines) were outstanding. They were hospitable and exceeded our expectations for service and attention. Thanks a lot!


    A Gem

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Thank you Pie and Sol for your hospitality in your delightful B&B Hotel. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with you and would certainly recommend you to anyone asking for somewhere to stay in San Diego. Although the hotel is in Chula Vista and isn't in the centre of San Diego, it is a short drive into town and to the Old Town and it is worth doing the extra little bit of traveling, to stay in such a lovely B&B. A big thank you to Katie (their daughter) who helped us out with directions for using public transport. The whole family couldn't have been more helpful with information and hospitality. The building is beautiful and the rooms 'lovely' - For you Pie. :) Everything we needed was there, including the internet, which in some more expensive 'prestigious' (?) hotels needed to be paid for. Thank you too for the evening 'cuppa', something we miss when staying in most other B&Bs. The delicious breakfast of cereals, quiche, bacon, sausage, eggs, pastries, fruit and toast was a great start to our day. If ever we are back in Southern California, we will be staying with you. Thank you again. Gary & Ruth. Queensland. Australia


    Loved It!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    I loved this B&B. The owners took care of us. They were friendly, knew us by name, helpful.....Bottom line this was a Great B&B. Pie and Sol will take care of you! Cheers, Lindsey and Mike Newly Weds


    Enjoyed our stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    My husband and I enjoyed our stay at El Primero because the owners were friendly and hospitable. We had a good time!


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