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The Dana on Mission BayvsThe Westin San Diego Bayview
Both properties are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Westin San Diego is the choice of most writers compared to The Dana on Mission Bay. The Westin San Diego comes in at #35 in San Diego with recommendations from 5 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Star Service and Zagat.
The Dana on Mission Bay
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Oyster
Gayot Star Service
National Geographic
Fodor's
Frommer's
1710 West Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA 92109
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness "All the water activities of Mission Bay are close by, and the hotel operates free shuttles to SeaWorld."
Star Service "Families will appreciate the Lanai rooms' convenient access to the pool, but the more attractively appointed Premium Bay View rooms are presently top picks." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The Dana's private marina and location on Mission Bay makes it ideal for boating and water sport enthusiasts, as well as families." Full review
Gayot "The setting is a water lover's paradise, with more than ten tropically landscaped acres on a property in the midst of the San Diego's Mission Bay Aquatic Park."
Star Service "Set in a gated lowrise compound of two- and three-story taupe buildings scattered about well-trimmed lawns and swaying palms, The Dana has a Dickensian vibe that brings to mind A Tale of Two Cities." Full review
National Geographic "Nicely located on Mission Bay; 271-room hotel has newer, oversize quarters with broad balconies which cleverly juxtapose contemporary wood with accents of Chinese art." Full review
Fodor's "Set around an Omega-shaped cove on Mission Bay, the Dana is the closest hotel to SeaWorld and offers a free shuttle to get you there." Full review
Frommer's "You'll pay a little extra for bay and marina views; every one of the old rooms is the same size, with plain but well-maintained furnishings." Full review
The Westin San Diego Bayview DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
Zagat Oyster
Afar Magazine
U.S. News & World Report
400 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92109
From $107/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness "You can’t miss this hotel’s green silhouette of hexagonal glass towers. Amenities include ergonomic work chairs and high-speed Internet access."
Star Service "Once a dry, commercial Wyndham, this hotel recently surfaced from a much-needed facelift that makes it one of the better big-box lodges downtown." Full review
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The newly renovated rooms are the ones to request now.
Gayot "The Westin San Diego is located in the landmark Emerald Towers. The lobby is impressive with a dramatically high atrium, modern chandeliers, marble floors and a glass elevator."
Zagat4.2
"This "classy" chain link offers "lovely" accommodations (the Deluxe rooms feature bay views) and "beautiful" facilities right in the heart of Downtown San Diego."
Oyster Upscale
"Popular with both tourists, who will appreciate the hotel's proximity to restaurants, major sights, and public transportation, and business travelers." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located in the heart of San Diego, near Gaslamp Quarter, the hotel offers an outdoor heated pool, fitness studio, and ample meeting space.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
U.S. News & World Report16.0
"A comfortable choice for business travelers, The Westin San Diego is located downtown – just northwest of the convention center near the Gaslamp Quarter – and features work-friendly..." Full review
