San Diego International Airport (SAN): Approximate driving time is 10 minutes and distance is 3 miles.

Driving directions from San Diego International Airport: Exit airport and take Harbor Dr south to the downtown core. Turn left onto Grape St, then right onto Columbia St. Continue 10 blocks to the side of the hotel for parking.

Getting there: Guests can use courtesy phones in the baggage claim area to call the hotel and arrange complimentary pick-up. The next option is by MTS bus #992 which leaves from all airport terminals and drops off in front of the hotel, at Broadway and Columbia. Fare is less than $5. Otherwise, taxi fare is $5–15; Town Cars are $26–35; rental cars and limousines are more than $36. Fees subject to change without notice. Rental cars are available online.

Getting around: This hotel is in the heart of downtown so many shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, historic sites, and other tourist attractions are within a radius of a few blocks. For a ride, guests can hop onto the hotel’s complimentary shuttles which travel within a 3-mile radius to points including the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Seaport Village, and the Gaslamp Quarter. Guests can also catch buses traveling Broadway to access the wider transit system or take the trolley, Coaster commuter rail, or Amtrak from the Santa Fe Depot 3 blocks away on Kettner Blvd. 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 (5 blocks away) and the Ferry Landing Marketplace on Coronado for less than $5 one-way. Fees subject to change without notice.

The Grill: California and Italian cuisine are served for all meals in this casual, contemporary lobby-level restaurant, which draws local business people as well as hotel guests.

The Side Bar: Located in the atrium lobby above a gurgling pool, this breezy bar offers cocktails and occasional live entertainment.

The Daily Grind: Fresh coffee and pastries are available mornings only at this convenient outlet, located adjacent to the lobby bar.

Amenity highlights: The third floor affords privacy and a city-view sundeck for guests using the heated outdoor lap pool. Also on this level are a host of facilities for working out and relaxing, including spas, steam room, sauna, massage treatment room, and a staffed fitness center (fee).

Insider tip: Locals flock to The Grill on weekdays for the inexpensive pasta bar lunch featuring self-serve, freshly-made pastas and all the trimmings. This bright restaurant off the hotel lobby faces busy Broadway and is a good place for people-watching.

Valet parking:
$16-25 per night. In/out privileges. Underground/covered/secured parking. Valet parking in garage and secured outdoor lot.
Note: Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without prior notification.