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    Courtyard San Diego Central

    3.5 (252 reviews)
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    Alicia W.

    Worst hotel ever! I've always stayed at courtyards no matter where I travel, and this by far was the absolute worst. Got here about 10 p.m. and checked in on the 4th floor. Met about 3 people in the elevator who had to change rooms due to a sewer smell. Walked in our room and boom, funky! Called the front desk; they apologized and changed our rooms . One elevator was out, so we had to lug all our stuff back down, smh! Got to the front desk for her to lie and tell me no one has mentioned it. Lies. Met another family at the pool that had the same problem, so that's 5 people by now. Got a room on the first floor; the room is decent, but the shower comes out so hard it hurts , and there's mold up top! Went to the pool; no jacuzzi, by the way, and for them to tell us it's heated, but it definitely felt cold. Other families agreed, smh. Called the front desk; she said it should be about 75-78 degrees and will call the engineer. I told her it's cold, about 69-70 ! No pool towels; had to call twice . Seen the engineer go in and back out so fast and then again , nothing was done! Another lie! WiFi is super slow; the remote has a delay. This is definitely what I'm NOT used to! I will definitely not come back!

    Sary M.

    Parking is right in the front of the hotel never had a problem finding an over night spot. I would go on work trips and that's where we would stay. Down stairs bar and grill is very welcoming the staff is very nice and very attentive. Rooms are clean and very comfortable I will definitely be back even when I am not at work I absolutely love this place feel right at home every time

    Alexander Y.

    Needed to stay in San Diego for a night and chose Courtyard San Diego Central simply because the parking charge was way cheaper than the other Courtyards. Besides, everything is close in San Diego. Got upgraded to a one bedroom suite through my status. Room was spacious and well-kept, although you can definitely see the age in the room. Unfortunately, no balcony like some of the other rooms. Staff here were friendly enough, although I had limited interactions with them as I made no requests. Location is fine, although I primarily picked this because it was close to the freeway. There's plenty of places within driving distance if you want to eat. Plus it is close to Convoy, the only reliable area in San Diego if you want Asian food. There is a pool and gym, although I didn't use it. Aforementioned parking is $18 and quite plentiful.

    Cockroach in the bathroom and another one in the closet
    Chris C.

    Everything was good until a saw a few cockroaches in the bathroom. Thank goodness it was my last night staying there. If not i would have left and gone to another hotel. I asked to see if they wave the overnight parking for handicap placard they looked at me as if i was speaking in a different language. Speaking of the lack of handicap spots in the front of the hotel only has 2. Also the water pressure in the shower was way too low. Wouldn't recommend this place to anyone

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    Be H.

    Overall stay was good. We had a really nice upgrade due to Marriott Elite status but sadly couldn't really enjoy it because our trip was a really short one :( but the one bedroom suite was very spacious. Only thing I wish it had was a balcony like some of the other rooms. TV had built in Netflix, which is always a nice to have! The bathroom and beds were clean. Wish we could have stayed long enough to enjoy their pool, as it looked nice and big. Lots and lots of parking available.

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    Jake R.

    This hotel is off of the highway so there's no loud noises. Checking in was super easy. They had enough people to handle the line that was forming. I wasn't waiting more than 10 minutes to get my key and get out. There's a bar at this location that opens at 5pm. It's conveniently located next to the pool so it was awesome to just be able to run in really quick. The pool is a lot bigger than most. There's also a shaded seating pool style area. Lots of other laid back chairs to soak in the sun. They have a bistro open in the morning, so just know that the breakfast free is not included. The gym was a very decent size and there's a water dispenser to get quality water rather than buying bottles. The room that I had was a very nice size. As you can see in the photos, the view was great and a good enough size to have some drinks on the balcony. The tv has connections for Netflix so that was also great. Thanks

    Vodka Pasta
    Daniella P.

    We stayed here for our San Diego trip and were treated well. The rooms were clean and maintained a good temperature. The rooms were spacious and we were able to connect our switch to the TV to play games. The Bistro downstairs made the best Vodka Pasta. The bartender there also made us some nice drinks that we were able to take back to our room. We enjoyed our stay here.

    The reason why this establishment is receiving such a low rating is because on a recent family stay, my sister in laws Ipad was taken from the room. When we left back home, and realized the ipad was missing we checked the location and it appeared back in San Diego, the ipad was not taken anywhere and remained in the room the whole time. We then called the hotel to sort things out and they were absolutely no help and offered no solution. They didnt take the situation seriously and mind you there was very important information on that device, some sympathy or some compassion would have helped the situation but unfortunately at this establishment they did not care. If you stay here just keep in mind that if your belongings get misplaced theres a high chance that this hotel will assure you never receive your items again and they will not be doing anything to help you. P.S The 3rd Level smelled absolutely horrendous

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    Dennis T.

    We had a good one-night stay here before boarding the Disney Wonder, in a ground level room which was very spacious. Staff at the front desk were friendly and helpful. And staff members were honest. The cushion I left in our room was picked up by a maid and put into the hotel's lost & found area. It was held for me until I made a 200-mile roundtrip trek to pick it up two weeks later. I was very disappointed in one respect, however. I always look for a whirlpool spa on the premises of any hotel or motel I book. And, here I was misled. For, while the photo of the pool area on the hotel's website showed a whirlpool spa, there was none to be found when we arrived. A desk clerk admitted that there had been one, but I was informed that the spa had been removed and covered over with cement during a recent renovation. Hence the loss of one star in my rating!

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    Sammy C.

    We stayed here for just one night on a Saturday night. The facility is cleaned and with spacious lobby, a bar and a coffee shop are both available at the lobby. We had the two queens; the room is spacious and comfortable. They had a fridge which I appreciate. Free coffee and tea also available. Only thing is the AC unit takes a long time to adjust to desired temperature, and it makes a very loud noise when it's on. Beds are nicely made, clean and comfortable. We all slept through the night without issues. We went to the bar for drinks. I had old fashioned and my husband had jack and coke; drinks were made just how we liked it. Though, wish they had a big cube for my old fashioned though. The two bartenders were very polite, attentive and professional; we almost thought that we were at a high end steakhouse bar. My husband ordered their burger with fries; he said it was tasty and juicy. Checked in and out process were smooth and the employees were friendly and quick. Would definitely come back again if we're in the area next time.

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    Carson M.

    Stayed for a night only on Tuesday-Wednesday. It wasn't busy at all and we were able to get checked in early at around 12:30. We were also able to get a higher floor room along with a sofa bed (king room). Check in was smooth and easy. Be careful parking your car as the hotel shares a lot with a business building (there are signs telling you which is hotel parking). As for the room itself, it was very clean. You can watch Netflix or YouTube on the tv. One gripe was that the tv remote was hard to use - you seemed to have to have it pointed in a specific area of the tv for it to work - this was a bit annoying. Room itself had really strong AC so we even had to turn it off because it was getting too cold. Bathroom was very clean as well. Really not much to complain about!

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    The customer service is top notch with crazy weather every associate has been kind and accommodating from checking in to checking out.

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    We were never offered breakfast. What did you do to get it?

    In order to get breakfast, you would have to book thru third party reservation and it comes in a package or breakfast is included. That's the kind of only way we provide free breakfast for the guest.-this was told Carla -at december 18th 2018 -18:12… 

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    We had such a wonderful stay at the Pendry, but I especially wanted to recognize John Minz from the…read morekitchen. He went above and beyond to make my husband's birthday feel truly special, and his kindness did not go unnoticed. It's the people who create memorable experiences, and John is one of them. His thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and genuine hospitality made our celebration even more meaningful. Thank you, John, for helping create such a special memory. We can't wait to come back!

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    Pacific Beach

    This hotel was super conveniently located right on the boardwalk in Pacific Beach, it was perfect…read morefor me. I paid an arm and a leg for the room but it was absolutely massive and I had sliding glass doors directly onto my own private patio which was right next to the pool overlooking the ocean, it was really incredible despite how outdated the room felt, somehow the size of the room made it more modern and it felt clean. The people at the front desk were young, fun, outgoing, really friendly and I appreciated that. They told me about some happy hour they were having later in the day and I felt very welcome here unlike other hotels I stayed at in the San Diego area. The bathroom was huge in my room, very weird vibe, like felt cabin-like, I don't know how else to explain it, but it was spacious, big countertop by the sink plenty of room to get ready. The coffee bar had an enormous countertop which was great for keeping all of my things, huge mirrors everywhere too. The bed was really comfortable, again great view outside, awesome staff. It was so nice to be able to walk the boardwalk and pop back in here whenever I needed to grab something or use the restroom. Walking distance to everything. Highly recommend, I would definitely stay here again. But I probably won't because the cost is INSANE. Sorry but it is. Also housekeeping found my jewelry box loaded with jewelry and returned it to the front desk who subsequently shipped it back to my house for me. For a charge of course but I do appreciate the honesty of the staff that goes a long long way! Thank you!!

    regular GUY reviews... Pacific Terrace Hotel (Pacific Beach,…read moreSan Diego, CA) Family Suite, Room 122, 6 nights 550 ft2 2 Queens, 1 Sofa/Bed, Patio Cost: $$$ ($600 - $999 / night) */* Final SCORE: 4.55 Last Thoughts: Pacific Terrace Hotel was an excellent (and not cheap) base for an amazing Pacific beach vacation */* */ The Room... (4/5) Bathroom: Clean, lots of towels Toilet and shower in separate room from vanity Dual sinks but limited electrical outlets Plenty of counter space Enclosed shower with rain head; No tub regular GUY's daughter reports: "I really liked the shower" The Beds: Beds were on the softer side; Linens were clean and fresh; I was comfortable Sofa Bed: regular GUY's daughter reports: "The sofa bed was ok I guess" Extra Features: Convenient outlets and USB ports built into side table and desk Ceiling fans Kitchenette: Coffee maker (think there was free coffee pods but didn't use), mini fridge, microwave, toaster (rare thing) First night there was a couple bottles of Evian with a complimentary label on them... there were more bottles after that but without a complimentary label so we didn't drink those (I could have asked the front desk if they were free but didn't) There's a Ralph's and 7-Eleven walking distance for stocking the mini fridge Layout: Lots of space; 2 separate rooms; bathroom in the bedroom; kitchenette in the living room; 2 TVs Dedicated desk space Outdoor Space: Patio, 4 chairs and a small table, comfortable seating, heavy furniture No other guests could see us but people walking by could Style: Lots of woodwork (headboards, blinds, even ceiling in vanity area) Open all the blinds to bring in light View: I knew that family suites were on the first floor, side of building, with partial ocean view. Our room was closest to the boardwalk, with a nice view; people walking by did look at me on the patio !-------- LIGHT Alerts! Bedroom had a decent amount of light in the morning with the wood blinds to the patio closed NOISE Alerts! We could hear boisterous neighbors across the hall Patio furniture is heavy; we could hear neighbors dragging it around --------! */ *... Activities... (-/5) There was a fire show thing by the pool the day we arrived but we couldn't make it I think you can arrange a room massage but we didn't do it Amenities... (5/5) No resort fee We used the hotel's free beach towels, chairs and umbrella (ask front desk), think they have boogie boards and bikes Small gift shop with nice selection Fitness Center... (4/5) Accessed via the garage; Small, maybe 4-5 people max regular GUY's son reports: "Pretty ok, especially if I'm the only one in there" Grub... (4/5) Terrace Café is available for breakfast, brunch & dinner (food a little fancy) Many food options short walk to Mission Blvd and Crystal Pier Location... (5/5) Amazing sunset view Short walk to Crystal Pier, shops along Mission Blvd, Garnet Ave, Pacific Beach and Mission Beach The hotel sits on a bluff above pacific beach; to get to the beach: directly north is a ramp down to the beach; directly south are stairs down to the beach - may be an issue if you have mobility concerns Parking... (5/5) Valet $45 / night. You can self park. Secure underground parking lot. It's not a secret - you will pay (a lot) for parking anywhere near the beach so plan on paying or finding parking on your own Pool... (5/5) Heated, nice size, great view, poolside service, plenty of towels Guest rooms facing west can see the pool; people walking by can see the pool Seating is first come, no cabana rentals, seating a little tight Random... (4.5/5) Laundry room (on the garage level), didn't use but good to know Elevators were slow Safety... (4/5) The neighborhood and walk along the beach were safe. Occasional unhoused people. *Teenage daughter walk around the area alone? No Staff & Service... (5/5) Front desk always attentive and friendly Valet and bellhop fast, friendly and efficient Cleaning was always in our room rather late (between 3-5) Check-in (room was ready when we arrived at 3pm) and check-out had no issues No Billing issues ...*

    Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton - Exterior

    Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

    (2.7k reviews)

    $$$

    Absolutely Wonderful Anniversary Getaway at the Hotel del Coronado…read more My wife and I recently celebrated our anniversary with a beautiful weekend stay at the iconic Hotel del Coronado in a King Room with an Oceanview Balcony. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel special. The two young ladies who checked us in were an absolute delight. They looked like sisters but are actually best friends, and their genuine warmth and kindness made the start of our stay so memorable. The concierge was equally fantastic, ensuring our bags were delivered quickly and that we were comfortably settled in our room. The property itself is breathtaking...! The meticulously maintained gardens and stunning California coastal location provided the perfect romantic setting. We enjoyed outstanding fine dining experiences at both Nobu del Coronado and Seréa. What truly touched us was returning to our room to find a thoughtful happy anniversary card and a small box of delicious chocolates from the front desk team. It was such a sweet and personal touch. We were genuinely sad to leave and will absolutely be returning. Thank you to the entire team at the Hotel del Coronado for making our anniversary weekend so special!

    Prepare to wait in line for a while to get your room card keys. Then pray they work, as I had to…read morewalk all the way back to the other side of the resort to have them changed, as none of them worked. Don't plan on even touching the ocean here as the beach and both adjoining beaches are polluted by raw untreated sewage. Tens of thousands of gallons worth. It is brown from feces floating all the way to shore. This is happening far too many times per year. The entire point of staying at a beach resort is to enjoy the beach and all that goes with it. I was too grossed out to even touch the sand. They will not reimburse you a dime and will charge you a "resort fee" for a beach that is contaminated. The hotel is pretty with beautiful woodwork in the reception area, but the rooms are plain and basic. Do not even think about staying here unless you plan on avoiding the beach.

    Courtyard San Diego Central - hotels - Updated August 2026

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