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L'Auberge Del MarvsMargaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, Kimpton Solamar Hotel scores significantly better than L'Auberge Del Mar. Kimpton Solamar Hotel ranks #1 in San Diego with positive reviews from 15 publications like Fodor's, Afar Magazine and Lonely Planet.
L'Auberge Del Mar
Concierge
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
BlackBook
Zagat
Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
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Travel + Leisure
Time Out Show All Reviews
1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
From $370/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "It's a family-friendly 5.2-acre spread with two nice pools, spacious decks, and terraces with Pacific views."
OysterLuxury
"The 120-room L'Auberge Del Mar is one of the top hotels on the Southern California coastline." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Join the list of Hollywood notables who relax at this boutique hotel and spa near the Pacific. The rooms feature marble baths and many have private balconies and fireplaces."
BlackBook "The jewel of Del Mar village has never been so fresh or chic, thanks to a mega remodel."
Zagat4.5
""A little bit of heaven in upscale Del Mar", steps from the beach and with "gorgeous" views of the Pacific, this "hip", "elegant" boutique is a "splurge" but "worth it"."
Lonely Planet "L’Auberge continues a tradition of European-style elegance with luxurious linens, a spa and lovely grounds." Full review
Jetsetter "Estate-style grace complemented by views of the Pacific, an award-winning restaurant and a private path to the beach." Full review
Gayot "This unique seaside hotel is located near the race track in the cozy beach community of Del Mar."
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Guests can walk to dozens of trendy local eateries, but with restaurants KITCHEN 1540 and seafood-centric Coastline on-site, they may also choose to stay put.
Travel + Leisure "This seaside hotel has stunning views, outdoor fire pits, and a bustling nighttime bar scene." Full review
Time Out "With gorgeous views of the Pacific, it also houses signature contemporary restaurant Kitchen 1450...all 121 guestrooms offer coastal, garden or village views with their own balcony or patio." Full review
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Frommer's Concierge Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Star Service Gayot BlackBook Zagat Show All Reviews
435 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
From $102/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's "This Kimpton property is stylishly urban and sophisticated, and provides excellent Gaslamp Quarter digs just around the corner from PETCO Park." Full review
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Just in case, though, if you plan to go to bed early, ask for a room away from the pool.
Concierge "Aimed squarely at the hipper end of the business market, with full-sized desks, ergonomic chairs, and free Internet access (wired and Wi-Fi) in all rooms."
Travel + Leisure "Ten-story hotel with a chic, urban feel, minutes from San Diego's burgeoning Gaslamp Quarter." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This hip boutique hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter offers a complimentary wine hour every evening in the fireplace lounge."
Rough Guide "Tasteful and modern boutique hotel central to the Gaslamp Quarter, whose rooms have internet access, flat-screen TVs and CD and DVD players, and which also offers spa and gym."
Michelin Guide "Conveniently located downtown, this 10-story Kimpton property is awash in eye-catching contemporary decor."
Star Service "Prominent modern high-rise overlooking the rejuvenated Gaslamp District, this is Kimpton Hotel Group's most colorful offering in San Diego, a more playful version of its sophisticated sibling Palomar." Full review
Gayot "Funky and fun, the 235 guest rooms and suites are nevertheless functional, with oversized work desks... and daily newspaper delivery."
BlackBook "Gaslamp/East Village's original boutique hotel boasts a bustling rooftop lounge and pool area."
Zagat4.3
""The boutique place to stay for hipsters", this "upscale" venue "in the heart of the Gaslamp district" has a "wonderful" rooftop pool/lounge and "comfortable", "inviting" rooms."
