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The Sofia Hotel vs Tower23 Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Tower23 Hotel ranks significantly higher than The Sofia Hotel. Tower23 Hotel comes in at 87 with approval from 13 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and Mr & Mrs Smith.
The Sofia Hotel
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
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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."
Tower23 Hotel
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
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4551 Ocean Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92109
From $243 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Featuring clean lines and glass-box architecture, Tower 23's rooms all have private balconies or patios... a guest-only second-story deck with industrial fire pit overlooks the beach. "
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The hotel's Tower Bar, which has indoor/outdoor seating along the boardwalk, and JRDN restaurant, serving contemporary steak and seafood (there's also an eight-seat sushi bar), are worth checking out whether you're staying here or not.
Concierge
"Opened in July 2005 and the first luxury oceanfront hotel to be built in San Diego in a decade."
Fodor's
"A neomodern masterpiece with a beachy vibe, this boutique hotel is a favorite of the young and young-at-heart."
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Lonely Planet
"If you like your beach stay with contemporary cool style, this is the place for you."
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Rough Guide
"Named after a lifeguard tower, this is among the most chic of San Diego’s boutique hotels, offering rooms with flat-screen TVs, internet access and designer furnishings."
