The product of burgeoning downtown growth, this modern masterpiece occupies the first 21 floors of a 32-story high-rise overlooking PETCO Park baseball stadium. Though built for the business traveler, the hotel attracts a fair share of sports fans (it's connected to the stadium by a sky bridge). The modern lobby is simply stunning; all rooms have windows that open to the breeze, and most have views of the ocean, bay, the downtown skyline, or the PETCO outfield. Pleasantly decorated, rooms include DVD players and soothing sound machines. The pool terrace has a stone fireplace, outdoor dining, and a tanning area. Pros: Baseball game views, good location, modern setting. Cons: Busy, crowded during baseball season.
Reviewed by tyleach from Fort Lauderdale on 2/20/07
The people giving this hotel low marks are ridiculous. The lobby smells like fish? Well maybe that's because top notch outpost of McCormack & Schmicks seafood restaurant and large bar is just off lobby. Gee, no payphone in lobby; who uses payphones! Very luxurious modern business persons hotel across from SD Convention Center, adjacent to PetCo Park to take in a Padres Game. Sure there is construction as this is a booming downtown area. Area is NOT seedy at all. Top choice for conventions.
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