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The Sofia HotelvsHilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Sofia Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines. The Sofia Hotel is ranked #30 in San Diego with recommendations from 7 publications including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Gayot.
The Sofia Hotel
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Lonely Planet
National Geographic
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
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." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
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."
Lonely Planet "Across from Westfield Horton Plaza, the historic Sofia has 212 rooms so fashionable you’d never guess it’s right down the block from the Greyhound station." Full review
National Geographic "“I recommend the Sofia to friends on a budget; the rooms are like cute modern studio apartments... this 212-room urban boutique hotel occupies a brick-facade building." Full review
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Avoid rear rooms overlooking the bus depot; corner rooms are small but bright.
Afar Magazine "The rooms are smaller than a modern hotel, but remember, this hotel was built before the "bigger is better" model was in vogue. The dining room, called Currant Brasserie, is a charming place." Full review
Frommer's "This stately brick Gothic Revival building from 1929 offers stylish and modern lodging accessible to the Gaslamp, Embarcadero and Little Italy" Full review
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines Fodor's
DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot BlackBook
Zagat Oyster Afar Magazine
U.S. News & World Report
10950 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Oversize accommodations are simple but elegant; most have balconies or terraces. Outside you'll find a large pool, a putting green, and tennis courts."
DK Eyewitness "This low key but chic hotel is located next to the Torrey Pines Golf Course."
Star Service "The hotel is in fine shape, and the renovations completed three years ago brightened the large-scale facilities with a colorful contemporary look that is universally appealing. " Full review
Gayot "The Hilton Torrey Pines, perched atop the expansive cliffs of La Jolla's Black's Beach, offers easy access to surfing, hang-gliding, hiking, golf and sunbathing."
BlackBook "Neighboring the Torrey Pines golf course (of US Open fame), this four-diamond resort is just a jaunt away from the track and some killer crests."
Zagat4.2
"You "can't beat" the "awesome" location – "along the beautiful California coast" "in the hills of La Jolla", a "short stroll" from Torrey Pines State Reserve and Beach."
OysterUpscale
"One of only two hotels overlooking the world class Torrey Pines Golf Course and cliffs of La Jolla on the Pacific Ocean." Full review
Afar Magazine "Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines The Torrey Pines area boasts the magnificent Torrey Pines Golf Course, hiking trails at Torrey Pines State Reserve, proximity to several research facilities, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Birch Aquarium, UC San Diego and National University" Full review
U.S. News & World Report7.0
"But guests reserve the most praise for the hotel's proximity to the Torrey Pines Golf Course...the hotel also earns praise for its expansive outdoor pool and its three in-house restaurants." Full review
