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The Sofia HotelvsPark Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is the choice of most writers compared to The Sofia Hotel. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort ranks #21 in San Diego with accolades from 10 reviewers like Afar Magazine, Gayot and Fodor's.
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
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Concierge Fodor's Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Forbes Travel Guide
Jetsetter Gayot
Travel + Leisure Afar Magazine
Time Out Show All Reviews
7100 Aviara Resort Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92011
From $459/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "This Carlsbad hotel offers all the luxury resort requisites—top-notch food, meticulously maintained grounds... and a first-rate spa with alfresco treatment cabanas."
Fodor's "The quietly elegant hilltop retreat is one of the most luxurious hotels in the San Diego area." Full review
Oyster4.0
"The 373-room Park Hyatt Aviara features Spanish colonial architecture and a stunning setting just north of the Batiquitos Lagoon wildlife sanctuary, which makes for stunning views." Full review
DK Eyewitness "With impeccable service and a superb setting, this hotel is one of the most highly rated in Southern California."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Park Hyatt Aviara Resort puts you in the middle of stunning mountain, valley and Pacific panoramas." Full review
Jetsetter "Family friendly lagoon-side resort outside San Diego with standout restaurants and a blissed-out spa." Full review
Gayot "Luxury accommodations perched high on a hill in Carlsbad with ocean and lagoon views."
Travel + Leisure "The Park Hyatt Aviara Resort has acre upon acre of sprawling green fairways, coupled with beautiful ocean views, tennis courts, and a 15,000-square-foot Aviara Spa." Full review
Afar Magazine "You’ll find two pools, six tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course on the huge property. Both adults and children will have plenty to entertain themselves with." Full review
Time Out "Hidden in the hills of Carlsbad, Park Hyatt Aviara is most known for hosting the LPGA Kia Classic Tournament on its distinguished golf course." Full review
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The renowned temple of beef boasts a Steak Knife Concierge Program, where guests can choose the perfect knife for their particular choice of meat.
