Andaz San DiegovsTower23 Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by writers. On balance, Tower23 Hotel ranks marginally better than Andaz San Diego. Tower23 Hotel comes in at #7 in San Diego with approval from 13 sources such as Rough Guide, Frommer's and Zagat.
Andaz San Diego Show All Reviews
600 F Street, Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA 92101
From $112/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upscale
"This 159-room boutique is one of the hippest hotels in the Gaslamp Quarter, with an exclusive nightclub, a rooftop lounge, and a wine bar." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"In the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, the property features 159 guest rooms with custom fixtures, flat-screen TVs, and generous-size glass-enclosed bathrooms." Full review
Star Service
"On the corner of Sixth and F streets, two blocks east of the racy Keating Hotel, once the rowdy Ivy Hotel, this top-flight design diva continues to fan the flames of fun downtown." Full review
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Extra-large loft rooms offer the best views; avoid units facing the Salvation Army.
Gayot
"This Andaz property is the latest in a string of stylish, luxury Gaslamp Quarter boutique hotels catering to the young, upwardly mobile, fun-loving set."
BlackBook
"Perfect for sophisticated urban partiers who want to be smack dab in the middle of the action."
Fodor's
"The hotel is known for its nightlife—even Prince Harry partied here when he was in town." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Each of the 159 rooms is assigned an amiable and efficient butler who will run a bubble bath or fetch more champagne." Full review
Afar Magazine
"When you arrive at its boutique property in the Gaslamp Quarter, Andaz makes you feel like you’re coming home." Full review
Jetsetter
"A lively Gaslamp Quarter escape known for relaxed service and a cool bar scene." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
"Andaz San Diego is an upscale retreat spot located in the city's downtown historic shopping, dining and nightlife hub known as the Gaslamp Quarter." Full review
Tower23 Hotel Show All Reviews
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. " Full review
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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." Full review
Lonely Planet
"If you like your beach stay with contemporary cool style, this is the place for you." Full review
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."
Star Service
"Adjacent to Crystal Pier, just south of the more tranquil and sophisticated Pacific Terrace Hotel, this lively, light-filled modernist remains the newest beachfront hotel in the neighborhood." Full review
Gayot
"Sleek and sophisticated, the Graham Downes-designed Tower23 Hotel caters to the style-conscious set."
BlackBook
"This beachfront boutique property remains the sleekest spot in P.B., with its open air bar, killer late night sushi and some serious eye candy."
Zagat
4.3
"Just steps from the sand, this Pacific Beach hotel gets high marks for its "A ambiance", solid staff and "fantastic" rooms featuring "modern, fun" decor."
Frommer's
"This modernist oceanfront property offers luxe accommodations in the heart of Pacific Beach." Full review