The Pearl Hotel vs Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Pearl Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown. The Pearl Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 80 with endorsements from 6 sources including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
The Pearl Hotel
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1410 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106
From $129 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's
"Popular among young couples and solo business travelers, the hotel has guest rooms with only one bed, but they contain amenities like plasma-screen TVs and board games."
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Gayot
"The Pearl Hotel has given the former Sportsman's Lodge a serious face lift and re-opened as a stylish center of food, fashion and fun."
Lonely Planet
"The midcentury modern Pearl feels more Palm Springs than San Diego."
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Light sleepers: request a room away from busy street traffic.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"A hip, fun boutique with quite a bit of character. Cool touches, such as free poolside movie nights; a fun, chill vibe; and free loaner bikes."
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On the Grid
"This boutique hotel offers a fun restaurant/bar experience to locals and tourists alike."
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
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601 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
From $144 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
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."
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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
"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."
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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
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."
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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.