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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego vs The Sofia Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego ranks slightly better than The Sofia Hotel. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego comes in at #23 in San Diego with praise from 8 reviewers such as Frommer's, Gayot and Oyster.
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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207 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
From $179 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's
"Self-billed as a hip playground for rock stars and people who want to party like them, the Hard Rock is conveniently located near PETCO Park overlooking glimmering San Diego Bay."
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For the true rock-star experience, choose from 17 Rock Star suites, including one designed by the pop group the Black-Eyed Peas.
Oyster
Upscale
"The 420-room Hard Rock, located in the hip Gaslamp Quarter, hosts wild parties on weekends at its popular rooftop pool and bar."
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Star Service
"This formidable hotel captures the hearts of well-heeled survivors of Woodstock and Altamont—most bound for the convention center across the street."
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Gayot
"Not surprisingly, the scene at this hotel is full of young, beautiful people looking for a rocking good time ... needless to say, the Hard Rock delivers."
BlackBook
"Nobu? Check. Rooftop pool and skimpy waitress uniforms? Check. Vegas has arrived in the Gaslamp, replete with Intervention Sundays."
The Sofia Hotel
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150 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
From $131 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"This stylish and centrally located boutique hotel has small rooms, but clever details help guests feel pampered."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 211-room Sofia Hotel in Downtown San Diego features small, but stylish rooms, with mini-fridges, microwaves, and tiny flat-screen TVs."
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Star Service
"This diminutive and well-seasoned downtown hotel combines historic roots with sleek modern residential design, producing one of the top boutique-style hotels in the city."
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Gayot
"Stylish, yet affordable, downtownâs Sofia Hotel offers a host of amenities in a prime location."
BlackBook
"Friendly staff and spacious, comfortable rooms greet guests upon arrival. In-room spa services available for extra pampering and VIP upgrades are yours for the taking."
