First visit for my husband and I in California and the accommodations at this location could not have been better. Sol & Pie were friendly and helpful. The renovations they have completed are outstanding and just perfect!! The room and bath... read more

My husband and I thought it was such a quaint place to stay. The hotel owners are visable and hands on, the courtyard was a nice space to eat at and the food was ample and delicious! Clean and friendly service, we will for sure stay there again.

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Chose location because of family but we found that it was also very convenient to get to downtown San Diego, Seaport village, great restaurants, church, etc. We would stay here again.

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We were only there one nite and loved it. Bathroom a little smal but was really clean. The bed was so comfy we woke up late and didn't get to enjoy the breakfast :( . Will definately come back again. Will NEVER forget the experience.

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The entire family (12 rooms) had a great time! You made us really feel welcome.

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Great place to stay. Very clean, friendly service. Highly recommended. Sol & Pie are amazing, so nice and make you feel so welcome.

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Pie & Sol were great. The rooms were very clean & the service was exceptional. We recommend this place to everyone. It was one of our best experiences. We will definitely be coming back. read more

Rooms are clean and neat. Nice breakfest for guests in the morning. Service is always great by the owners of the B & B. Good location, right by the freeway and hidden away. I would recommend to everyone I know.

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Small, but not too small, just perfect. Felt like I was at home, which is hard to do when you travel. Great people and place. I would stay there again. read more

We stayed with Pie and Sol in late May 2009. It was the best decision we made in planning our trip! It truly felt like we were visiting family during our stay at the El Primero. Pie and Sol really did an amazing job rehabbing this Chula Vista... read more

We stumbled across the El Primero when looking online for reasonable accommodations in the San Diego area, and are so glad we did. Definitely would stay again and recommend to others. The breakfast was so much more than the usual... read more

I had recently moved away from the San Diego area and needed to return for a weekend event in Chula Vista. I researched several hotels and El Primero caught my interest. I am so glad I chose to stay there. What a wonderful place. Pie, the host,... read more

This art deco charmer will take you back to a more gracious, civilized time many of us secretly yearn for. Full of lovely surprises and amenities, as well as that personal touch from the manager and host who really cares about your comfort. Lisa... read more

I travel all over the world with my job and my recent stay at this unique bed and breakfast was the finest. I would not exchange this magic find with any of the large hotels. I was treated so well and in a caring manner and will certainly recommend... read more

We stayed for 3 nights, and we will be back next time if we need room in Chula Vista.

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We stayed here for 5 nights with my 11 month old daughter. She was able to crawl on the floor without getting dirty. We all felt safe and welcome at all times. The breakfast in the morning was wonderful and hot. Pi is one of the nicest and helpful... read more

I stayed at El Primero the weekend after Valentine's and really enjoyed it. The innkeeper Pie is very nice and provided very good customer service. He makes a great breakfast too!! read more

Sol is very accommodating and made me feel at home. The beds are very comfy, the internet is fast, the place is spotless. The rooms and bathrooms are small, as expected from the historic nature of the hotel, but decorated modernly. The courtyard... read more

The room was charming and spotless, the courtyard inviting and comfortable. Our host was very friendly and interesting to talk to. Definitely enjoyed our stay.

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I wanted to surprise my husband with a romantic night away from home. Price and location were a definite concern. Reading up on the hotels just didn't faze me - I was looking for something with atmosphere. I chose this gem after reading the... read more

Pie and Sol, the owners, are not your typical B&B owner. Get to know them, their story is worth hearing! They spent last New Year's Eve with us in the El Primero Courtyard. read more

My husband and I ejoyed our stay at El Primero. The service is friendly and personable. The rooms were cosy and well decorated. I liked that each room was named after a historical landmark/place in the San Diego area. I loved the breakfast. The... read more

I stayed at El Primero with my 7-yr. old daughter and she just doesn't want to leave! She feels the same way I do - it's home away from home. We extended our stay for one more day, a request from my little girl who looks forward to breakfast... read more

beautiful old inn that's nicely renovated, lots of charm, great courtyard, where breakfast is served, excellent host, who is very helpful. we worth the short drive from San Diego, and very recommended! read more

My wife was a little nervous coming in at night. Looked much better (neighborhood) in the morning. People couldn't have been nicer. historic themed rooms, nice touch.

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After reading all the reviews for multiple bed and breakfast establishments, I finally decided upon El Primero and I was not disappointed. I took a friend for her birthday and chose the two bed suite. It was cozy, beds were comfortable, and the... read more

One of the best B&B's I've ever stayed at! The rooms were immaculate.

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My wife & I took our annual anniversary vacation in San Diego this year. We read good reviews about this little B&B near San Diego in a place called Chula Vista. We were pleasantly suprised to find this historic little hotel to be a gem! The... read more

After reading the nice reviews online regarding the El Primero B&B, we decided to give it a try...especially since the room rate was in our budget for a last minute weekend getaway to San Diego's Sea World. Everything else in the area was price... read more

the best you could ask for !!!!!!!!! what a great place ,stayed for 3 nights. close to all places in san diego. the berkmans israel

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I stayed at EL Primero many times. It is for sure the best place and safest place to stay in this town. I have tried others and was so disappointed. Service is great, wonderful owners, rooms are beautiful, breakfast excellent and for me as a... read more

It's cosy and very nice to stay. You receive a warm welcome and is maintained throughout the stay. You are introduced to other guests by Pie and Sol religiously. read more

The rooms were a bit smaller than I had expected and the shower was quite small, but what can you expect from a 1940's design. The room also had a bit of a musty smell to it, but nothing that some air freshener didn't fix. The service was... read more

The hotel was clean and inviting. I would recommend it to a friend, and will return the next time I am in that area. It was lovely.

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We stayed for 4 nights, left town for a few days and returned for one more evening and I felt like I was "goen home" when we arrived for the night.

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El Primero Boutique B&B is a great place to stay! The cozy bed!!! I love it. The innkeepers are wonderful people. This place is recomendable to everyone who wants to visit San Diego and looking for a place to stay. It is affordable and safe.... read more

Pie and His Daughter Lisa go out of their way to make you feel at home! I have stayed at many places including the Hilton in Mission Valley and let me tell you El Primero beats anywhere I have stayed including the Hilton! The food was excellent and... read more

Yeay! I'm coming back! This time WITH my husband. I can't wait to share the wonderful relaxing and friendly (and delicious I must add)experience I had the time I was there last May, with him. He will love it as much as I did. I wish we had... read more

Very nice. Incredibly cozy and comfortable, owners go to extra lengths to make sure you feel welcome. Delicious breakfast buffet on their outdoor patio. Room was very comfortable - would not hesitate to sleep here again. In beautiful downtown... read more

My husband and I recently stayed in this hotel and found it very good. The owners are the nicest people, they go the extra mile to make their guests comfortable. We would definitely go back.

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We went down for Comicon, a huge event and through research on the internet I found this gem of a place. The man up front (whom I think was the owner) was the sweetest and kindest man, even when we rolled in at 3 in the morning and woke him up. I... read more

The owner of the hotel remodel the interior recently. Most of the things (beding, A/C, curtain) are new. My stay at El Primero was very comfortable, and the breakfast they provide was very good. The owner (inn keeper) is very serious about the... read more