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Glorietta Bay Inn vs Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown is preferred by most reviewers compared to Glorietta Bay Inn. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown has a TripExpert Score of 79 with approval from 6 publications such as Star Service, Oyster and Frommer's.

Glorietta Bay Inn
Glorietta Bay Inn
7 / 10
1630 Glorietta Blvd., Coronado, CA 92118
From $151 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Concierge Concierge
"Situated across the street from the famed "Hotel Del," the Glorietta Bay Inn often gets billed as the poor man's version of the grande dame, but this 11-room charmer has much to recommend it."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The inn is adjacent to the Coronado harbor and near many restaurants and shops, but it's much smaller and quieter than the Hotel Del, across the street." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Overshadowed by the neighboring Hotel Del, the Glorietta is built in and around the 1908 Spreckels Mansion." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Many of the original fixtures of John D. Spreckels’ 1908 Edwardian mansion remain, including handmade plaster moldings, chandeliers, and a marble staircase."
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Splurge on one of the antique-filled guest rooms inside the house.
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Striking 1908 Edwardian mansion that’s since been converted into swanky modern rooms and suites."
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
8 / 10
601 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
From $144 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"If you can snag a room when a big convention isn't forcing up downtown rates, this business hotel can be a good deal for families." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Guests enjoy spacious suites that have a living area and a separate bedroom."
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Ask for the complimentary airport transportation.
Star Service Star Service
"It is a standard paint-by-numbers Embassy offshoot with a formula that strays little from its sibs, but regular maintenance and a fine location keep rooms full, especially on weekends." Full review
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There are a limited number of balconied suites on the city side, so be sure to request them when checking in (no extra charge).
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"This all-suite hotel, popular with business travelers and convention goers, is just down the road from the San Diego Convention Center." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Located near the convention center with great views of the bay, this hotel is a smart choice for business travelers or families wanting to be in bustle of downtown."
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Be sure to stop by Searsucker for a taste of the local scene.
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