San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 12 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 14 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 23 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 35 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 40 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 14 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 17 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min walk
Park and Market Trolley Station - 5 min walk
City College Trolley Station - 5 min walk
5th Avenue Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
Hodad's - 3 min walk
Neighborhood - 6 min walk
Bootlegger - 4 min walk
Breakfast Republic Eas - 7 min walk
Cowboy Star - 2 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sonder The Baker
At Sonder The Baker, you'll be a short five-minute drive from San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego. Also, San Diego Zoo and Petco Park are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Park and Market Trolley Station is 5 minutes and City College Trolley Station is 5 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Housekeeping is available for an extra charge and varies based on length of stay
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number 17570
Also known as
RK Buckner Hostel San Diego
RK Buckner Hostel
RK Buckner San Diego
RK Buckner
Buckner Hotel San Diego
Buckner San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Does Sonder The Baker offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonder The Baker does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sonder The Baker?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sonder The Baker?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Sonder The Baker.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonder The Baker?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What's the area around Sonder The Baker like?
Sonder The Baker is a short 5-minute walk from Park and Market Trolley Station and 15 minutes' walk from San Diego Convention Center. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Sonder The Baker Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2025
Great location. Very clean and comfortable. Street noise was loud, but we were prepared for that thanks to other reviews. Would stay here again.
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 December 2024
Great stay!
Items in the common area were well organized and convenient!
Daniel
Daniel, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 November 2024
Forced adoption of technology grrr
The hotel was great. Self check in was great with keypads.
However!
In order to get the codes for the doors you’re forced to register an account with Sonder and log in with ridiculous password requirements that I’ll never ever remember in order to get to codes for the doors.
For anyone who despises and resents never-ending forced adoption of apps/website registration like I do, maybe pick a regular hotel.
Verified traveller
6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
Parking the only issue and got a parking ticket aswell with money in the meter 😔
Jose
Jose, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
This hotel will be my go-to in San Diego—excellent value for the location. The staff was friendly, and it was convenient being near Orange Theory for a good workout. The room was small but comfortable, and perfect for our stay, especially after a night out in the Gaslamp Area.
Reece
Reece, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2024
Beautiful and safe!
Leslie
Leslie, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Art
Art, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
15 October 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Nice place
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 October 2024
Jacob
Jacob, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 October 2024
Alexandre
Alexandre, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 October 2024
quick comfort <3
actually super cute modern style hotel in the center of san diego! if you’re looking to stay somewhere fairly priced, especially for an event (concert for ex) everything’s pretty much in walking distance or cheap ubers! It is small so definitely something for couples or if you’re going alone for business or self-discovery! I would say the only downside is being next to busy streets so traffic can get loud but if you’re a deep sleeper, like me, it won’t bother you (they also supply white a noise machine and ear plugs to help!)
Verified traveller
3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
1 October 2024
The property is well managed and it looks great, my only issue was the room was a lot smaller than it looks in the online photos. No chairs in the room either
Sharda
Sharda, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 September 2024
Marcela
Marcela, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 September 2024
The ac smelled funny and it smelled like urine outside. Nice building and room but just needs some more attention and people might help.
Gary R.
Gary R., 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Chelsea
Chelsea, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 September 2024
Hotel was really cozy and nice. It is on the smaller side, and not very spacious. Really recommend this hotel!
Dani
Dani, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 September 2024
Perfect location and lovely staff! Room was fine and bathroom was beautiful updated! Will definitely stay again!
jennifer
jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 September 2024
Great place but the neighborhood went down hill!
Anita
Anita, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
10 September 2024
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 September 2024
Ashley
Ashley, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 September 2024
If you stay here ask for a room away from the road or don’t stay here at all. The room I had was too loud to sleep in due to being right by a noisy intersection, even with earplugs and sound machine. With $200 Bose active noise cancellation on top of the other two, I could sleep but they’re not the most comfortable.
Kyle
Kyle, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
Amazing hotel with lovely staff and beautiful rooms right in the centre of town!