This is my second stay with Sonder and at this location.
Honestly, during the off season in San Diego when the nightly rate is closer to $100/night__the value feels worth it. It is fine. You get what you pay for, right?
But during summer months, when demand is higher, prices obviously increase...and sadly the value is just not there in my opinion.
Be warned, if you run out of options and find yourself staying here because of proximity to Little Italy, the airport, downtown San Diego, Amtrak/Coaster, the Zoo etc... and if you care about cleanliness, my advice would be to travel with some extra bucks in your wallet to buy a clean pillow and/or sheet to cover stained furniture, or bring your own. And be ready for potential curve balls here and there, whether logistics, furniture layout or cleanliness.
To be fair, the towels and sheets were clean, as was the kitchen and bathroom. I don't fault the cleaning crews. I am certain they work very hard.
I do think Sonder with its "6000+ units" as they mention in their listing needs to take better care of managing their properties.
Also Sonder doesn't clarify their policy about early or late check-ins. Sonder keeps it vague because they charge $25.00 per early check in (if it is possible)..and they aren't allowed to collect this charge via AirBnB with out giving AirBnb a portion of the charge. So you will need to do so via their website.
This experience made me extra thankful for all the hosts that work so hard to provide a nice experience for their paying guests. I am committed to renting from the individual Air BnB owners rather than these corporate style groups that don't provide the level of hospitality and care, which is why I use AirBnB and not something like "Hotels.com" in the first place.