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Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection vs Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa

Both Renaissance San Diego Downtown Hotel and Rancho Valencia are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Rancho Valencia is the choice of most reviewers compared to Renaissance San Diego Downtown Hotel. Rancho Valencia comes in at 83 with recommendations from 9 publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Jetsetter and Forbes Travel Guide.

Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection
8 / 10
421 West B Street, San Diego, CA 92101
From $98 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The W took San Diego by storm in 2003, delivering swanky nightlife beyond the Gaslamp Quarter." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Come here for the trendy decor, upscale rooms, and central location between Gaslamp and Little Italy."
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Be sure to ask for an upper-floor room—the scantily clad crowd parties into the night.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Sexy and stylin’, the W fills the otherwise quiet gap between Downtown and Little Italy." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The W San Diego is located downtown between the Gaslamp Quarter and the Little Italy district." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Everyone wants to be part of the W’s hip weekend scene. It’s all about sleek design and “anytime, anywhere” service. The rooms are fun and have window seats."
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Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
8 / 10
5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
From $699 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"Casitas of various sizes—49 of them—are secreted within 40 acres of citrus groves and flowers in this quiet, relaxed, and luxe resort 25 miles north of downtown."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Luxurious, two-level, Spanish-style casitas, appointed with corner fireplaces, luxurious carpeting, and shuttered French doors leading to private patios." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"45 acres of gardens, olive groves, and relaxation at the only Relais & Chateaux property in SoCal." Full review
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More active types can choose between tennis, yoga, and biking, then select from among seven types of massage in the spa.
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Bougainvillea cascades over the Spanish casitas in this stunning resort. Many rooms feature cathedral ceilings, private terraces, and fireplaces."
BlackBook BlackBook
"This exclusive Rancho property boasts world-class tennis courts, not to mention an award-winning spa where you can sweat it out during a Pilates sesh or indulge with a his-and-hers treatment."
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