San Diego International Airport (SAN): Approximate driving time is 10 minutes and distance is 4.5 miles.

Driving directions from San Diego International Airport: Turn left onto N Harbor Dr. Turn left onto W Laurel St and left again onto India St. Continue to I-5 N and from I-5, take the exit to Old Town Av. Turn right at the lights onto Old Town and turn left mid-block, onto Jefferson St. Hotel is 2 blocks ahead, on the left.

Getting there: Guests can use courtesy phones in the baggage claim area to call the hotel and arrange complimentary pick-up (6 AM–11 PM.) Otherwise, taxi fare is $5–15, and rental cars, private sedans, and limousines are more than $36. Fees subject to change without notice. Rental cars are available online.

Getting around: This hotel is in Old Town, an area that mixes commercial with residential streets. Many shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, historic sites, and other tourist attractions are within a radius of a few blocks. Guests can walk to the Old Town Transit Center 4 blocks away to catch both trolleys and buses and connect to Coaster (commuter rail service.) One-way bus, trolley, and Coaster fares are less than $5. Water taxis travel around San Diego Bay, stopping at various points depending on passenger request; most one-way fares are $5–15; reservations preferred. Ferries cross between Broadway Pier and the Ferry Landing Marketplace on Coronado for less than $5 one-way. Fees subject to change without notice. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, the Amtrak station downtown, and the cruise ship terminal.

Amenity highlights: The attractive Gila House restaurant, named for the historic hotel that once occupied this property, offers relaxed dining both inside and out. Multiple French doors open wide to a covered terrace beside the large heated pool.

Insider tip: Tucked between the front desk and lobby is a mini-store that stocks snacks, beverages, newspapers, toiletries, and other items available for purchase 24hours daily--a welcome convenience for guests with a case of the midnight munchies.

Complimentary self parking with in/out privileges in underground/covered/secured lot.