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THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San DiegovsThe Dana on Mission Bay

Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego is preferred by most writers compared to The Dana on Mission Bay. THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego comes in at #1 in San Diego with accolades from 15 sources such as Gayot, Jetsetter and DK Eyewitness.

THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
9/10
326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
From $195/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"If you're in San Diego for a beach vacation, this isn't for you, but it is close to the convention center, and attracts a lot of guests with business there."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A $56-million renovation has restored its past glory, with mahogany furniture and paneling, tile floors, and luxurious rooms."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Across from Horton Plaza, this has been Downtown’s poshest address since 1910."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"No hotel in the region can compare to the Hotel del Coronado for history, but US Grant, built in 1910, comes close." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Its unusual tenor is that of a quiet whisper, a mood that surprises those aware of this city's rowdy and rambunctious vibe. For those looking for a tranquil retreat this is downtown's top pick." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the old-but-new hotel features 270 guest rooms, 47 suites, two bi-level penthouse suites and an eleventh-floor technology penthouse."
Zagat Zagat
4.3
""Beautifully appointed" rooms with "wonderful" beds are a highlight of this "elegant" 11-story "grand old lady" at the northern edge of the Gaslamp Quarter near Horton Plaza."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Following a $56-million renovation, one of San Diego's most historic properties has been welcoming visitors to its redone premises since 2006." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Founded more than a century ago, the US Grant gracefully mixes its historic legacy with contemporary touches." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Though it has aged gracefully for the most part, the historical hotel can't help but have greyed a tad." Full review
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The Dana on Mission Bay
8/10
1710 West Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA 92109
From $119/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"All the water activities of Mission Bay are close by, and the hotel operates free shuttles to SeaWorld."
Star Service 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
Oyster Oyster
Upper-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 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 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 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 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 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

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