| breakfast (fee) is served in a formal restaurant with chandeliers. set in a 19th-century building, this elegant hotel in the gaslamp quarter is a 12-minute walk from the san diego civic theatre and 14 minutes' walk from shopping and dining at seaport village. individually decorated rooms feature antique furniture and gas fireplaces, as well as tea and coffeemakers, flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. amenities include an on-site bar and a new orleans-style courtyard with a fountain. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. some have balconies, separate living areas and/or kitchenettes
San Diego International Airport 11 min
Maritime Museum of San Diego (7 min)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits. Seaport Village (12 min)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds. SeaWorld San Diego (14 min)
Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more. San Diego Zoo (9 min)
Zoo features giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus a safari park for tours & a conservation society. USS Midway Museum (14 min)
Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier. Coronado Beach (14 min)
Swimming, sunbathing, surfing & other outdoor recreation draws crowds to this scenic, urban beach. Coronado Bridge (10 min)
Vehicle-only curved bridge offering picturesque views of the city skyline & passing naval ships. Cabrillo National Monument (25 min)
This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico. Museum of Us (10 min)
Museum in an ornate 1915 building featuring eclectic anthropology exhibits & a panoramic tower. The San Diego Museum of Art (11 min)
Venerable art museum with acclaimed works, plus a courtyard bar/bistro with sculpture garden views. Old Town (10 min)
Known as the state's birthplace, this colorful area has a range of historic buildings & attractions. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (11 min)
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances. Balboa Park (7 min)
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more. San Diego Bay (22 min)
Large harbor with naval ships & marinas featuring shops & restaurants, plus parks & nature reserves. Coronado Island (16 min)
Bay island with a historic town, home to an iconic Victorian hotel, plus some of SD's best beaches. | 
