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L'Auberge Del MarvsTower23 Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, L'Auberge Del Mar scores marginally higher than Tower23 Hotel. L'Auberge Del Mar comes in at #21 in San Diego with praise from 9 publications such as Lonely Planet, Zagat and concierge.com.
L'Auberge Del Mar
Concierge
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
BlackBook
Zagat
Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
Gayot
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."
i
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
Tower23 Hotel
Frommer's Concierge
Fodor's Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Star Service Gayot BlackBook Zagat Frommer's 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."
Zagat4.3
"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
