| in downtown san diego's vibrant gaslamp district, this contemporary hotel with hip design features is a 7-minute walk from both san diego convention center and san diego bay. there's also a sleek rooftop cocktail bar that offers panoramic city views. most have city views. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. serene, streamlined rooms offer soundproof windows, pillow-top mattresses and flat-screens, plus coffeemakers and free wi-fi. breakfast is served (fee) in an airy restaurant. all rooms also have desks with ergonomic chairs. other amenities include a fitness center, a business center and valet parking (surcharge). upgraded rooms add extra beds and/or sofas
San Diego International Airport 13 min
The San Diego Museum of Art (11 min)
Venerable art museum with acclaimed works, plus a courtyard bar/bistro with sculpture garden views. Museum of Us (11 min)
Museum in an ornate 1915 building featuring eclectic anthropology exhibits & a panoramic tower. USS Midway Museum (7 min)
Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier. Coronado Bridge (9 min)
Vehicle-only curved bridge offering picturesque views of the city skyline & passing naval ships. SeaWorld San Diego (16 min)
Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more. San Diego Bay (21 min)
Large harbor with naval ships & marinas featuring shops & restaurants, plus parks & nature reserves. Coronado Beach (14 min)
Swimming, sunbathing, surfing & other outdoor recreation draws crowds to this scenic, urban beach. Seaport Village (14 min)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds. Coronado Island (15 min)
Bay island with a historic town, home to an iconic Victorian hotel, plus some of SD's best beaches. San Diego Zoo (10 min)
Zoo features giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus a safari park for tours & a conservation society. Maritime Museum of San Diego (9 min)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits. Cabrillo National Monument (27 min)
This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (13 min)
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances. Old Town (12 min)
Known as the state's birthplace, this colorful area has a range of historic buildings & attractions. Balboa Park (8 min)
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more. | 
