Hard Rock Hotel San DiegovsLoews Coronado Bay Resort
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is the choice of most writers compared to Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is ranked #23 in San Diego with endorsements from 8 reviewers including Star Service, Jetsetter and Gayot.
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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." Full review
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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." Full review
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." Full review
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."
Zagat
4.3
"It's "always a party" at this "fun", "modern" hotel within "walking distance" of the Gaslamp District offering "flashy yet classy" rooms that are "great for entertaining"."
Jetsetter
"Upbeat crash pad with a raging rooftop club and flashy pool in the Gaslamp Quarter." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
14.0
"Overlooking the glittering San Diego Bay and rising high above the Gaslamp Quarter, the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is all about being cool." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The rock vibes begin with the lobby lounge and continue through a stunning rooftop pool bar and urban garden, state-of-the-art fitness center, and high-tech amenities, such as each room's integrated plug and play sound system"
Frommer's
"Gaslamp lodging option drenched in rock star glamour and attitude...rooms are ultra modern and come with perks such as music downloads at check-in and VIP access to the hotel's high-octane nightclubs" Full review
Loews Coronado Bay Resort Show All Reviews
4000 Loews Coronado Bay Rd., Coronado, CA 92118
From $126/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"On its own private 15-acre peninsula 4 miles south of downtown Coronado, across the highway from the Silver Strand State Beach, the Loews is an all-inclusive resort destination." Full review
Concierge
"With three outdoor pools, five tennis courts, an exercise club, and a private 80-slip marina with rentals galore... there's enough going on here to make it a good bet for a family vacation."
Fodor's
"Rooms glow in sand and sea hues and feature upgraded beds with sea-grass headboards; all rooms have furnished balconies with water views." Full review
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2010 Fodor's 100 Hotel Award Winner
At this beautiful waterfront resort, families can choose between rest and recreation.
Oyster
Upscale
"This 439-room resort right on the San Diego Bay, five minutes from the beach, is made for families, with three pools and activities galore." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"For an ultimate splurge, check into one of the bayside villas with views across San Diego Bay."
BlackBook
"Located on the tip of the Silver Strand, this Loews locale has always been a staycation destination."
Jetsetter
"Set on a 15-acre peninsula across the bay from San Diego, the 439-room hotel transforms your daily to-do list into nonstop splashing in the resort’s three sprawling pools." Full review
Gayot
"Far enough from downtown for tranquility, yet close enough to cab in for nightlife, Loews combines the best of what San Diego has to offer."
Time Out
"Another beauty by the Coronado bay, Loews has prime waterfront real estate." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Offers a more off-the-beaten path option that’s five miles from the downtown hubbub yet still opens up to views of the bay and San Diego skyline. The design screams “vacation!"." Full review