Pacific Terrace HotelvsThe Pearl Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Pacific Terrace Hotel scores slightly better than The Pearl Hotel. Pacific Terrace Hotel comes in at 84 with accolades from 9 sources such as Oyster, Zagat and Fodor's.
Pacific Terrace Hotel
610 Diamond Street, San Diego, CA 92109
From $194/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"Travelers love this terrific beachfront hotel and the ocean views from most rooms; it's a perfect place for watching sunsets over the Pacific." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Choose an ocean view or street view, and you fork out the same low price - a real deal considering you're within spitting distance of the beach." Full review
i
Choose an ocean view or street view, and you fork out the same low price - a real deal considering you're within spitting distance of the beach.
DK Eyewitness
"Sunset views over the Pacific define high living at one of San Diego’s finest beach hotels."
Rough Guide
"Entrancing, chic accommodation on the beach, with rooms offering kitchenettes, fridges, internet access and sea-facing balconies, and suites with the full range of swanky amenities."
Star Service
"Despite its size, this is a frontline favorite of families and individuals looking to sample the San Diego lifestyle firsthand." Full review
Gayot
"Situated between the lively Pacific Beach and jet-setting La Jolla communities, the beachfront Pacific Terrace Hotel is conveniently located."
Zagat
4.3
"A "wonderful getaway place" with a "boutique feel", this Pacific Beach independent offers "incredible" views and draws sun seekers."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Has excellent views of the ocean. Rooms are large with heavy wood furniture, private balconies or patios, and most have lovely ocean views." Full review
Frommer's
"Wood shutters and wall art featuring palms and flowers give the rooms a serene, tropical feel. Separate vanity sinks outside the bathrooms are a nice touch, as are the Tommy Bahama toiletries" Full review
The Pearl Hotel
1410 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's
"Popular among young couples and solo business travelers, the hotel has guest rooms with only one bed, but they contain amenities like plasma-screen TVs and board games." Full review
Gayot
"The Pearl Hotel has given the former Sportsman's Lodge a serious face lift and re-opened as a stylish center of food, fashion and fun."
Lonely Planet
"The midcentury modern Pearl feels more Palm Springs than San Diego." Full review
i
Light sleepers: request a room away from busy street traffic.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"A hip, fun boutique with quite a bit of character. Cool touches, such as free poolside movie nights; a fun, chill vibe; and free loaner bikes." Full review
On the Grid
"This boutique hotel offers a fun restaurant/bar experience to locals and tourists alike." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The petite 23-room property feels like Palm Springs style with a low-key, tucked-away vibe...it's not just about the size, decor, and amenities—you can sense the boutique vibe in the thoughtful staff." Full review
Frommer's
"Built on the bones of a 1959 motel, this boutique hotel draws budget travelers who dig its groovy, mid-century modern vibe" Full review
Lonely Planet
"The 23 rooms wrap around a peanut-sized swimming pool where guests and locals mingle during 'dive-in movies' on Wednesday nights." Full review
Independent
"This sweet mid-century motel in San Diego is a vintage dream – all cut-stone walls, mirrored ceilings and exterior desert-scaping that feel lifted right out of 1965 Palm Springs"