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05/30/2026
A quiet garden getaway right out of a fairytale. ✨💐 The Cosmopolitan Hotel is the perfect setting for intimate weddings and can accommodate large parties of up to 300 guests.
Learn more via the link in our bio and book today! A timeless locale for one of life’s biggest celebrations.
05/28/2026
One of the best kept secrets in Old Town — Fridays & Saturdays only! 🍹 Stop by and say hi to Igor, he’s ready to mix you up something special that you can enjoy anywhere in our beautiful garden courtyard inside the Cosmopolitan Hotel.
Hours:
Friday 3-6:30 PM
Saturday 12-6:30 PM
05/15/2026
As your bridesmaids help you with the final buttons on your gown, you gaze out the window at a view that brought generations before you to this moment, too: happily ever after. The vintage walls and calm energy of an easier time long ago wrap you in a warm embrace and you feel in your bones that you’re in the right place as you walk to the altar.
This is the magic of The Cosmo. Travel in time - for your perfect moment in it. ✨
05/09/2026
We’re fans — of Fandangos! The Cosmopolitan Hotel was home to San Diego’s first wood floor thanks to the original owner’s love of dancing. 🕺 And the best part? You can still spot parts of the original flooring in the game room today!
Follow along as we continue sharing the stories that shaped this special place.
04/30/2026
A central wedding venue that feels like stepping back in time to a simpler era of quiet luxury and beauty. 💍
The features: a garden courtyard with ample seating, a bar and lounge area and a whimsical wrap-around terrace all in a setting that’s historically charged and significant to San Diego.
Book your wedding at the Cosmopolitan Hotel today. Link in bio.
04/27/2026
All Mom really wants is a prime rib carving station and mimosas! 🥂🌸
Celebrate the special women in your life who do it all! Join us in our beautiful garden courtyard at The Cosmopolitan Hotel and enjoy an exclusive chef-driven brunch buffet featuring all your breakfast favorites, peel-and-eat shrimp, a prime rib carving station and complimentary mimosas!
Afterwards, delight in all that Old Town has to offer. Take a photo with Mom in our covered wagon, shop for a new addition to her garden or visit the fudge store, and make memories that will last a lifetime! Book today to secure your spot.
Brunch 🍳
Sunday, May 10 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$72 per adult
$19 per child
📍2660 Calhoun St.
04/23/2026
Get up close and personal with the history of the Cosmopolitan Hotel during our museum hours each week — all are welcome! Feel the cooling nature of the adobe walls as you enter, stand on the very first wooden floor in all of San Diego, discover the stories of the past and feel the magic of Old Town in all its historical charm. ✨
Hours: Wed-Sun 10 AM to 5 PM
04/19/2026
When Casa de Bandini fell into ruin in the 1860s, stagecoach operator Albert Seeley, with the help of his wife Emily’s inheritance money, swooped in to restore it and turn it into The Cosmopolitan Hotel we know and love today!
Follow along as we continue sharing the stories that shaped this special place.
04/18/2026
An intimate courtyard oasis, the sun streaming down as you turn to smile at your friends and family watching from a historic, elevated terrace as you marry the love of your life. ♥️
This could be you. Join the Cosmopolitan family and book your wedding today!
04/09/2026
The lovingly preserved little capsule of history that is the Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant is something we love sharing with you.
Book your stay today.
04/03/2026
The daughters of Juan Bandini were prominent members of society and politics in the mid 1800s; in fact, they were part of shaping Southern California into what it is today and their influence lingers — especially Ysidora’s, as she is said to remain in room 11 at The Cosmopolitan Hotel to this day. 👻
Follow along as we continue sharing the stories that shaped this special place.
03/28/2026
Easter morning, Old Town style. 🐣🌸
Join us at the Cosmopolitan Hotel for a courtyard brunch buffet filled with benedicts, omelets made just for you, honey-glazed ham, fresh salads, beignets and more — all in a setting made for gathering and celebrating.
Reserve your spot today. Link in bio.
03/26/2026
No reservation needed. 🎲♟️ The Cosmopolitan Hotel game room is open to the public — come in, play a while, and slow things down.
Wed–Sun, 10 AM to 5 PM.
03/21/2026
The origin of the Cosmopolitan Hotel, in just 90 seconds.
Once known as Casa de Bandini, this adobe home was the heart of Old Town — where music filled the air and lively fandangos brought people together in celebration. 💃
Follow along as we continue sharing the stories that shaped this place.
03/18/2026
Sunlight through the courtyard, glasses softly clinking, and a table set for stories, laughter, and new beginnings. At the Cosmopolitan Hotel, every table holds a moment waiting to be shared.
Book your wedding at the Cosmopolitan Hotel today. 💍
03/15/2026
The lanterns glow, the plaza quiets, and the Cosmopolitan Hotel settles into the kind of night Old Town has known for generations.
No buzzing screens, no rushing crowds…. just warm light, wooden porches and the gentle reminder to slow down and savor the moment.
Some nights are meant for stepping back in time. ✨
03/11/2026
Getting married at the Cosmopolitan Hotel means your wedding day can unfold all across Old Town. Say “I do” at the hotel, wander into the park for photos, then celebrate the night away at Fiesta de Reyes.
In Old Town, the possibilities are only limited by your imagination. 💍
05/09/2025
Will you be joining us this weekend for Mother’s Day? Show Mom some love at our annual Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at The Cosmopolitan on Sunday, May 11th from 10am-2:30pm. Adults - $55/pp and Children (12 & under) - $20. For reservations and a sneak peek at the menu please visit our website at oldtowncosmopolitan.com.
04/25/2025
Mother’s Day is right around the corner! Come celebrate at our annual Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at The Cosmopolitan on Sunday, May 11th from 10am-2:30pm. Adults - $55/pp and Children (12 & under) - $20. For reservations and a sneak peek at the menu please visit our website at oldtowncosmopolitan.com.
Mother's Day Brunch BuffetAdult – $55/pp. Child (12 & up) – $20 No Guarantees on indoors/outdoors seating. We will take a ‘preference’ of seating and we will do our best to accommodate, but there is no guarantee.Seating between 11:30am-3:30pm**if/when that fills up, we may open up more reser...
11/25/2024
Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Buffet this Thursday!Seatings between 11:30-3:30pm. We will have all of the Thanksgiving classics as well as unique Cosmopolitan creations you won’t want to miss. Click the link in our bio to see the complete menu and to make your reservation today. 🦃
11/11/2024
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Come join us for our annual Thanksgiving Buffet. Seatings between 11:30-3:30pm. We will have all of the Thanksgiving classics as well as unique Cosmopolitan creations you won’t want to miss. Click the link in our bio to see the complete menu and to make your reservation today.
Cosmo Thanksgiving 2024 MenuAdult – $68* Child (under 12yo) – $19***Kids do NOT eat free – Holiday***20% Service Charge to be added on all guest checks No Guarantees on indoors/outdoors seating. We will take a ‘preference’ of seating and we will do our best to accommodate, but there is no ...
10/08/2024
Fiesta de Reyes continues the expansion of Day of the Dead Wonderland in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park! The immersive Dia de los Mu***os experience will run from October 1st through November 3rd. The Fiesta de Reyes courtyard will be filled with fanciful, humorous, and visually stimulating décor, offered as tributes to many of San Diego’s early citizens. More displays are being added this year including some that honor the long-forgotten European connection to Day of the Dead. This year, there will be more than 60 unique displays, thousands of marigolds will garner the courtyard, and live entertainment on the Fiesta de Reyes stage. Open from 11am until 9pm each day with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays. For information and a complete schedule of events, visit www.fiestadereyes.com/ddlm.
05/05/2024
One week from today! Join us on our beautiful garden patio for our annual Mother’s Day Brunch next Sunday, May 12th from 10am to 2:30pm. $60 per person, $20 kids 12yrs and under, kids under 4yrs are FREE. We’ll kick things off with a welcome mimosa and help you celebrate Mom the way she deserves! Link in bio to make reservations.
05/03/2024
Join us on our beautiful garden patio for our annual Mother’s Day Brunch next Sunday, May 12th from 10am to 2:30pm. $60 per person, $20 kids 12yrs and under, kids under 4yrs are FREE. We’ll kick things off with a welcome mimosa and help you celebrate Mom the way she deserves!
To make reservations please visit
02/22/2024
Cosmo Happy Hour is back! Enjoy our Chef’s curated Happy Hour menu on our lush outdoor garden patio. Wednesday through Saturday 4-6:30 pm. And join us for Brunch on Saturdays from 10am-2pm!
Address
2660 Calhoun Street
San Diego, CA
92110
To get to Calhoun Street in San Diego, you can take the public bus that runs along the street or the trolley that stops at a station nearby. If you prefer to drive, there are several parking options available, including a paid parking lot and on-street parking. Follow the signs for parking and be sure to check for any time restrictions or fees before leaving your car.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9pm |
| Friday |
11am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 9pm |
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What people say
The Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant, located on Calhoun Street in San Diego, is a hidden gem that offers a unique experience to its guests. The hotel is housed in the historic 1820's home of Juan Bandini and the 1869 constructed Cosmopolitan Hotel, which adds to its charm and character. The restaurant serves American Grill, Seafood & Mexican Favorites, making it a perfect spot for foodies who want to try something new. The full-service bar offers an extensive selection of drinks that can be enjoyed with friends or family. The boutique bed & breakfast hotel has ten rooms that are cozy and comfortable, making it an ideal place for a peaceful overnight stay. The location of the hotel in the heart of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park makes it easily accessible to visitors who want to explore the area. Overall, the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a unique dining or lodging experience in San Diego.
