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Both THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego and Hard Rock Hotel San Diego are rated highly by experts. On balance, THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego is preferred by most writers compared to Hard Rock Hotel San Diego. THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego scores 96 with endorsements from 15 reviewers such as Jetsetter, Fodor's and Gayot.

THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
9/10
326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
From $195/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"If you're in San Diego for a beach vacation, this isn't for you, but it is close to the convention center, and attracts a lot of guests with business there."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A $56-million renovation has restored its past glory, with mahogany furniture and paneling, tile floors, and luxurious rooms."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Across from Horton Plaza, this has been Downtown’s poshest address since 1910."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"No hotel in the region can compare to the Hotel del Coronado for history, but US Grant, built in 1910, comes close." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Its unusual tenor is that of a quiet whisper, a mood that surprises those aware of this city's rowdy and rambunctious vibe. For those looking for a tranquil retreat this is downtown's top pick." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the old-but-new hotel features 270 guest rooms, 47 suites, two bi-level penthouse suites and an eleventh-floor technology penthouse."
Zagat Zagat
4.3
""Beautifully appointed" rooms with "wonderful" beds are a highlight of this "elegant" 11-story "grand old lady" at the northern edge of the Gaslamp Quarter near Horton Plaza."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Following a $56-million renovation, one of San Diego's most historic properties has been welcoming visitors to its redone premises since 2006." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Founded more than a century ago, the US Grant gracefully mixes its historic legacy with contemporary touches." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"Though it has aged gracefully for the most part, the historical hotel can't help but have greyed a tad." Full review
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
8/10
207 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
From $179/night
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  • Hot Tub
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's 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 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 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 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 BlackBook
"Nobu? Check. Rooftop pool and skimpy waitress uniforms? Check. Vegas has arrived in the Gaslamp, replete with Intervention Sundays."
Zagat 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 Jetsetter
"Upbeat crash pad with a raging rooftop club and flashy pool in the Gaslamp Quarter." Full review
U.S. News & World Report 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 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 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

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