Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley, near Hotel Circle, offers a convenient retreat with laundry facilities and a business center. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy the swimming pool or explore nearby Old Town San Diego State Park.
Old Town San Diego State Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Mission Bay - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 15 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 26 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 34 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 47 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 24 min walk
Morena - Linda Vista Station - 16 min walk
Tecolote Road Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
The Gärten - 3 min drive
Casa de Reyes - 3 min drive
Carl's Jr. - 17 min walk
Casa Guadalajara - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
About this property
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld puts you a short five-minute drive from Hotel Circle and Mission Bay. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, University of San Diego and Old Town San Diego State Park are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
109 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Co-working spaces
Conference space (600 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Golf caddy on-site
Golf cart on-site
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Fitness centre
Adjacent to a golf course
Golf clubhouse on-site
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 4 2026 to May 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
Swimming pool
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Premier Mission Valley
Premier Inn Mission Valley Hotel San Diego
Riverleaf Inn
Riverleaf Mission Valley
Riverleaf
Premier Inns Mission Valley
Riverleaf Mission Valley Diego
Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley Hotel
Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley San Diego
Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley Hotel San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Does The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld 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 The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld and nearby?
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld has a fitness centre and a picnic area.
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Reviews
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4
Cleanliness
7.6
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast offered a variety of options, including waffles, grab-and-go items, and more, making it a welcomed surprise. (3 reviews)
The hotel is conveniently located near the beach, with Ocean Beach and Pacific Beach within a 30-minute drive away. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
20 May 2026
This was a really nice day. The most notable part was the really friendly and helpful staff. The rooms were good and it was a great area.
elysse
elysse, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 May 2026
Keeping in mind this hotel is being renovated; there is still a lot of work to be done. The bed was comfortable and the room clean.
Madeline
Madeline, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 May 2026
Very nice and helpful staff. The rooms are very good, comfortable bed, the only downside is that you can hear a lot the passage of cars on the road passing by. The breakfast is very good and we have everything we need available (microwave, water fountain ..).
Sandrine
Sandrine, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
21 May 2026
Breakfast was great. Many selections. Tv in room did not work. Only 2 towels. No hairdryer. Sheets were like sandpaper. Very nice staff.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
8 Apr 2026
The hotel was being renovated while we stayed there so I hope that it gets updated nicely. The rooms are a bit outdated. The door in my bathroom was broken. But it was a convenient location to get around to all the sight seeing places in San Diego.
Angeline
Angeline, 8-night trip
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6/10 Good
19 Apr 2026
The property itself was very clean, the room was clean, parking was safe, they're still under construction, and renovations. The elevator was working. The only thing that I can say negative is that the walls are not sound proof, there was a man in the room next to mines, yelling all night and slaming things, fighting I couldn't sleep all night. I can compare this hotel with a motel 6. The only difference is their amenities. They also charged me for the room in advance and after I arrived they took $100 more as "deposit ", which supposedly will return to me in 7 days.
Tania
Tania, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
24 May 2026
My room was clean and the staff were very polite and helpful. The problem was the area which is pretty scary due to the many drug users and a large homeless encampment in the area. Actually this is a problem all over SD. As a single woman traveling alone I did not feel safe outside of my room or in the parking lot. It’s one of those older motels with the room door opening to an outer walkway, so you can’t open your window or curtains comfortably. That said, the Alcala is close to everywhere you want to be in SD, including downtown, the beaches, and Sea World.
greta
greta, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair
24 May 2026
The entire hotel itself is under construction. Nowhere on the website is it disclosed that the property is under such heavy renovation.Upon check-in, we were not told that the pool was out of service. It took us getting ready for the pool with our two month old, to get all the way down to the pool area only to see a very small sign posted about how the pool was also under construction. Ironically, I myself checked into the hotel with a bikini and swim cover-up on, so it was very noticeable that we were interested in swimming. The younger girl working the front counter was doing her best to check in as many people as she could, but she repeatedly stated how understaffed they were. It just seemed like the hotel wasn’t prepared to continue service if they were under such heavy construction to the point where it would affect their guests. Location was great, just unfortunate that we were staying on hotel row and could’ve booked a better experience had we’ve been notified ahead of time of everything being not up to the same standards of the other hotels nearby.
Jenia
Jenia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2026
The rooms for very clean and renovated. Everything was comfortable in the room. The only thing that we didn’t like were the breakfasts as they were all carbohydrate as in waffles, bagels, cereal. No fruits, no meats no eggs. That would be the only thing that I would say that they need to improve on.
Brent
Brent, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2026
Very clean nice rooms, they are in the middle of a remodel and it's great how new and clean everything is, I totally recommend staying here. Staff is super helpful and friendly.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2026
Clean room, everything is new, great staff very friendly and welcoming. The showers had great pressure and very warm/hot. This is my second time staying here and it won't be the last.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 May 2026
It was an average hotel. Kinda old, rooms are tiny but comfortable, no microwave in the rooms tho:(
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 May 2026
One night stay with my kids. The property is being renovated and looks way cleaner with the new owners. Room was small but bed was comfortable. Kids enjoyed breakfast. Didn’t have a chance to try the pool. Will stay again.
Roxane
Roxane, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
16 May 2026
Nice stay, would've been better with a fridge and microwave, renovations were going on. Would be nice for an update when booking rooms.
Nikki
Nikki, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
5 May 2026
Friendly staff. Secured parking. Clean room.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2026
Pool and hot tub were not open so that was disappointing but staff were great. Breakfast was a little slim but workable being it was included.
Janay
Janay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2026
Such a great hotel and excellent customer sevice! Very accessible, clean, and it is in a quite area. The staff at the front desk were phenomenal (cant remember names) as well as the housekeeping. Despite the ongoing rennovations everything seems great! Breakfast ia good but we opt outside as we are exploring new places to eat. Definitely recommend this to my friends ans will come stay here again when back in SD!
Jade
Jade, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
25 Apr 2026
The property is currently undergoing renovation. The room was well-maintained and clean. The staff provided excellent service, and the check-in process was efficient. I particularly appreciate the secure gated parking, which ensured the safety of my vehicle.
Deth
Deth, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
4 May 2026
Old hotel undergoing renovations, no pool or hot tube available due to renovation. Can tell its an older building but the rooms are clean.
Jaquelyn
Jaquelyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2026
Good
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2026
The Alcala, formerly known as The Riverleaf Inn, is definitely an underrated hotel gem in San Diego. With new management and newly renovated facilities, I couldn't be happier with the stays I have had. While its location may seem a bit off the beaten trail at first glance, it's literally a 15-minute drive away from just about everything San Diego has to offer. The upgraded rooms, new 24-hour common dining area, as well as a continental breakfast that has a myriad of options from delicious waffles to easy grab-and-go options like string cheese and yogurts, have been welcomed surprises. The new management has definitely done wonders for the aesthetics, overall comfort, and security of the hotel, but my main reason for staying here has always been the exceptional staff.
Raul, the morning front desk manager, is an integral part of this hotel and exudes professionalism, patience, and flexibility when dealing with patrons. He is wonderful, not only to chat with when checking in or out, but also goes above and beyond to meet the needs of the people staying at the hotel. He is a huge reason why I keep coming back to this hotel and has always made me feel welcomed and appreciated.
The house staff is diligent and professional, and I appreciate all they do.
I highly recommend The Alcala Hotel for anyone looking to stay in San Diego. Raul and the rest of the staff will definitely make sure your stay is comfortable, safe, and enjoyable.
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2026
New owners? Completely renovated to best. Staff was above & beyond amazing such that there could not possibly be any dissatisfaction. Highly recommend, especially for the price.
Shelly
Shelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2026
Muy aceptable.
HERNÁN FELIPE
HERNÁN FELIPE, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
13 May 2026
Tudo novo, bem limpo... equipe de funcionários extremamente simpaticos e prestativos... porem os colchoes e principalmente travesseiros deixaram a desejar