San Diego lodging
hotels
Fun Places to Stay
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The San Diego California area has over 70 miles of Pacific Ocean
beaches. It also has over 450
hotels in its inventory.
Here is a
good representation of
hotels in San
Diego California. Be sure to verify current rates and availability.
Family Friendly Hotels of San Diego:
San Diego’s Finest:
Britt Scripps Inn
One of the finest examples of Victorian architecture in San
Diego, the three-story Britt Scripps Inn has been completely restored to
authentically reflect the craftsmanship and rich heritage of the late 1800's.
The Queen Anne-style Victorian Inn, with its nine private rooms and bathrooms,
combines turn-of-the century style and grandeur with contemporary luxury and
personalized service. Period antiques, rugs and fixtures adorn the lobby,
parlor, dining room and private boutique hotel guest rooms. Additional features
include rich woodwork, a hand-carved oak staircase, two-story original
stained-glass window wall, claw-foot bathtubs, covered wrap-around front porch,
bay windows and seven gables. Luxurious guest amenities include flat screen LCD
televisions in every room, high speed Internet access, heated towel racks in
each room's bathroom, the very finest in linens- 1,000 thread count sheets- and
velvety soft Ariana bathrobes and towels. Complimentary full American breakfast
is served each morning and the end of day sees a complimentary artisan cheese
and wine gathering in the parlor. Britt Scripps Inn is located in the heart of
San Diego, central to all of "America's Finest City's" attractions. Balboa Park,
with its many museums and world famous San Diego Zoo are just steps away.
Downtown, the airport, Little Italy, Trendy Hillcrest, Petco Park, San Diego
Bay, the beaches and the Gaslamp District are all just minutes away.
Hotel Del Coronado
Rising from water's edge on the quaint island of Coronado
in San Diego, the Hotel del Coronado is considered one of America's most
beautiful beach resorts. A classic historic hotel, The Del was built in 1888 and
designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977. Today, The Del offers travelers
contemporary luxury in an enchanting Victorian atmosphere. Add to this, the
resort's beachfront location, and it's no wonder USA Today calls The Del "one of
the top ten resorts in the world." The Del offers a quintessential Southern
California resort experience. For those seeking a romantic retreat, the resort's
magical architecture and island setting are perfect. In fact, the Travel Channel
rated The Del the number one wedding destination in America. The Del is also a
wonderful family vacation destination, featuring abundant recreation, as well
as, seasonal teen and children's programs. And, for getting down to business,
meeting and incentive planners can work with over 65,000 feet of indoor and
outdoor meeting and exhibition space.
Hotel Solamar
Located in the downtown San Diego's "Gaslamp" area, Solamar
is the perfect hotel for the traveler that requires uniqueness of product and
vibrancy of decor but demands a location close to all. Located one block from
the new Petco Park (home of the Padres) and three blocks from the San Diego
Convention center, Hotel Solamar is a perfect choice for both the business and
leisure traveler. The hotel is designed with vibrant and playful tones of pink,
green, and blue- upon a rich, sensual backdrop of chocolate brown. The 235 rooms
feature 2-two line phones with data-ports, an oversized working desk with
ergonomic mesh swivel chairs, a large "club" style chair and ottoman,
flat-Screen Televisions connected to a DVD/CD player. At night, settle into a
comfortable chair next to one of three raging fire pits on the hotel's 13,000
square foot pool deck overlooking Petco Park and Downtown. The hotel is
energetic, bright and modern, attracting a vibrant clientele.
Rancho Bernardo Inn
A unique resort experience where warm, attentive service
focuses on meeting your individual needs. Where surroundings are lush and
tranquil, yet filled with possibilities. Where world-class recreation and fine
dining await. And, most importantly, where each and every guest is treated as a
lifetime friend. The Inn's location in San Diego North boasts nearly perfect
weather year-round with several hundred days of sunshine annually. After a day
spent taking advantage of all Rancho Bernardo Inn has to offer, you retreat to
your spacious, custom-furnished guestroom. Here, there is a comfortable feeling
of home with hand-chosen antiques, original artwork and a complete range of
amenities to satisfy just about every need. Enjoy a cool drink or quiet bath, or
take a seat on your patio and reflect on the successes of the day. The warm,
inviting accommodations include single king or two queen bed guestrooms as well
as suites with wood-burning fireplaces and adjoining courtyards. Every room
includes a patio or private balcony offering a view of the valley, golf course,
or one of the Inn's manicured gardens. Whether it's the golf course beckoning
from beyond your balcony, the spa whispering tales of relaxation or the tennis
courts enticing you for a game of play, Rancho Bernardo Inn has a world of
activities awaiting you. The difficult part is deciding which activity to do
first.
The Westgate Hotel
Timeless, classic, elegant, artistic. When you
enter The Westgate Hotel, you are transported to a world of beauty,
art and refinement. Built in 1970, The Westgate is considered a cultural
landmark in "America's Finest City." The lobby, meeting rooms, and intimate
dining areas showcase eighteenth-century antiques, Baccarat crystal chandeliers,
French tapestries, and Persian carpets. Recently awarded Travel + Leisure
magazine's, Best Business Hotel in San Diego, California, The Westgate is
conveniently located in the heart of downtown San Diego, facing the Horton Plaza
Shopping Mall, one block from the Gaslamp Quarter, across from the Civic Center
and a short walking distance from the Convention Center.
US Grant Hotel
The US Grant Hotel is currently undergoing a $48 million
renovation and restoration beginning on February 1, 2005. In late 2005, the US
Grant will re-open and unveil a luxury hotel of unparalleled caliber and quality
not available before in the San Diego region. Marking the reopening will be the
hotel's National debut as the newest member of Starwood Hotels elite division,
The Luxury Collection. * * The US Grant is a deluxe, landmark Edwardian hotel
built in 1910 located in downtown San Diego, opposites Horton Plaza. The hotel's
285 guest rooms include 40 elegant and spacious suites and all accommodations
include internet access, dual phone lines and CD clock radios as well as
imported bath amenities, plus robes and pillow top mattresses. Whatever brings
you to San Diego, the US Grant lets you step back in time to enjoy beautiful and
historical ambience in the heart of downtown San Diego. The US Grant is steps
away from over 150 restaurants, shopping and entertainment venues.
