| overlooking the ocean and a minute's walk from dunes park, this upscale all-suite hotel is a 3-minute walk from imperial beach pier. polished, airy suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies with ocean views, as well as pillow-top mattresses, and living rooms with sofabeds. all have flat-screen tvs, free wi-fi, ipod docks, minibars and coffeemakers. amenities include a spa, a fitness center and a rooftop terrace, plus an outdoor pool surrounded by a sundeck with a hot tub and a bar. a wood-paneled bistro has a patio and panoramic water views. bike and water sports rentals are available, as is valet parking and meeting space. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
San Diego International Airport 26 min
Silver Strand State Beach (11 min)
Sandy space with ocean & bay shorelines offering fishing, swimming & picnicking, plus RV camping. San Diego Zoo (24 min)
Zoo features giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus a safari park for tours & a conservation society. USS Midway Museum (26 min)
Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier. Coronado Island (16 min)
Bay island with a historic town, home to an iconic Victorian hotel, plus some of SD's best beaches. The San Diego Museum of Art (25 min)
Venerable art museum with acclaimed works, plus a courtyard bar/bistro with sculpture garden views. Balboa Park (20 min)
Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more. Tijuana Cultural Center (18 min)
Modern museum with exhibits & installations on Mexican history & culture, plus an IMAX theater. Coronado Bridge (19 min)
Vehicle-only curved bridge offering picturesque views of the city skyline & passing naval ships. Museum of Us (24 min)
Museum in an ornate 1915 building featuring eclectic anthropology exhibits & a panoramic tower. Coronado Beach (17 min)
Swimming, sunbathing, surfing & other outdoor recreation draws crowds to this scenic, urban beach. Cabrillo National Monument (40 min)
This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico. Seaport Village (26 min)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds. Maritime Museum of San Diego (24 min)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits. San Diego Bay (15 min)
Large harbor with naval ships & marinas featuring shops & restaurants, plus parks & nature reserves. Old Point Loma Lighthouse (43 min)
Among the West Coast's first lighthouses, with interactive exhibits & views of the San Diego bay. | 
