El Primero Boutique Hotel

We were in town for three days, on a lengthy road trip from Missouri. Chose El Primero based on the reviews, great price and convenient location. Karen, the owner, was a delight. A good, kind-hearted person. We definitely felt welcome. We hope to stay here again on a future visit to the area!

It had everything I needed. Nice area for walking to shops. It was quiet & the free, easy, secure parking was godsend. It was a fair price point when I stayed. I will stay again. Thank you for having me.

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.

The hotel was very cute. It was built in the 1930s and much of that charm remains. It's been well maintained and most necessary updates are made - like larger beds and fresh linens, tv's, etc. Unfortunately, the key cards didn't work. One of the staff told me to knock on her door if that happened, which I did, but she did not answer. I then called the phone number, and another staff member answered, and tried to get the key card working again, but couldn't. She said that it would only be fixed once her daughter arrived, which would be after I checked out. She also essentially said I had to not use my key card anymore, which meant I couldn't leave the room until I wanted to check out. This was before 7am, which meant the morning I had planned to have in the area of reading, getting breakfast, and walking around, was scrapped. I stayed in the room until a man across the street started screaming loudly. He was screaming at passers by and spitting at cars, looking to start fights. I listened to this for 15-20minutes until I decided to just pack up and drive home around 9am. So, while the hotel was nice in a lot of ways, it had a major negative impact on my overall stay in this location and exploration of the area. For that reason, I would not stay there again.

i would stay here again

What a gem this hotel is. Its nothing fancy but im sure it was at one time. Check in was easy. Front door is secure so be patient. Super friendly check in. Rooms are on the small side but its a historic hotel so not surprised. We stayed on the bottom floor. Room was very clean. Came with toiletries. The shower is great! High pressure and hot water. We left really early unfortunately didn't get to enjoy breakfast. I would definitely stay again.

Recommended by a friend. Family owned and operated. Karen warm, personable, welcoming. Unique character building, easy parking, safe and convenient. Large room, well maintained, bed comfortable.

Very cozy place to stay with lots of history. Quiet location with several eateries nearby. On-site parking and great coffee in the lobby in the AM. Quick and easy check-in/check-out process. Would absolutely stay here again. Karen was a fabulous host!

The owner is lovely and welcoming. It’s an heritage listed property and some amenities seem to be in need of an upgrade. In prime location in Chula Vista meaning some street noise. Many restaurants in walking distance. Tea and coffee in tue morning was a lovely touch. Thank you