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Hard Rock Hotel

207 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Hard Rock Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 3.7 out of 5 based on 76 reviews from 2 sources
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Value: Rating of 3.4 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-417-8063 reservetravel
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from $189
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Based on 76 reviews
from 2 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 3.7 out of 5

    "We will definitely stay there again, and will recommend this hotel to anyone we know visiting the lovely city that is San Diego." source Travelocity

    "The staff was great, but the hotel overall not for everyone." source Travelocity

    "I would absolutely stay there again, a near perfect experience." source Travelocity

    "I do not recommend that anyone take minors there." source Travelocity

    "Highly recommended if you are visiting the area." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "The fitness center was clean and had new equipment." source Travelocity

    "The cleaning services were very efficient." source Travelocity

    "Rooms are cheap and cleaning is spotty." source Travelocity

  • Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "The week days were a little quiter and there was better service." source Travelocity

    "\nRooms were very nice and modern, service helpful." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "As it is in downtown, there was no parking garage, so the only option was the pay $30 for valet or park at the nearby garage at its rate." source Travelocity

    "Definetly the place to be at night, good clubs,food and exellent location. There's lots to do in walking distance." source Travelocity

    "The restaurants in the area were excellent, and there was so much to do in the Gaslamp Quarter." source Travelocity

    "I don't have a problem with that, the location is great and it's a very popular place." source Travelocity

    "I loved the location of the hotel and the actual hotel was very nice." source Travelocity

  • Room: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "I saw about 7 grown men and two girls around there and not enough room for the rest of the adults." source Orbitz

More information on Hard Rock Hotel

Located in the historic Gaslamp Quarter, at the epicenter of San Diego nightlife, the Hard Rock is turning up the volume. Where rock star service meets urban chic design with every amenity, the perfect antidote to the elitist boutique hotel or plain vanilla resort experience.Although Hard Rock Hotel is conveniently located to all attractions, activities and part spots, there is little reason to leave the hotel. At Nobu San Diego, world-renowned and famously acclaimed Nobu Matsuhisa brings his signature nouveau Japanese cuisine to the city's culinary-scape. Two ultra hip bars: 207 lobby bar and Float, the rooftop pool bar and lounge. For more casual fare, Maryjane's Coffee Shop is Hard Rock Hotel San Diego's signature restaurant serving up fun style, fresh attitude and food without rules.The 420 room hotel, including 176 suites (one designed by the Black-Eyed Peas), also features 300-thread-count cotton Sleep Like a Rock Star linens, custom-designed furniture, state-of-the-art lighting, m-bar (a greenroom inspired refreshment center) and sensually-styled bathrooms featuring ceiling-mounted rain showers. In-room amenities include an integrated video and sound system including 42" LG flat screen HD TVs, wired and wireless Internet access, extensive satellite TV access, video on-demand, video games and Jack Pack technology that allows plug-and-play access from your personal audio player (iPod or MP3), video camera, notebook computer or portable gaming system to the media hub. Seventeen individually designed Rock Star suites allow guests to experience life behind the velvet ropes to the utmost.And when guests need to download and relax, Rock Spa offers and exquisite menu featuring specialty treatments like Love Potion No. 9, the ultimate couple's spa experience. The adjacent Fitness Center is fully equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and weight training equipment and is accessible to guests 24/7.The 4th floor, outdoor rooftop pool also provides a uniquely swanky escape for guests staying at the hotel. Private cabanas outfitted with chaise lounges, mini-fridge, LCD flat screen and MP3 hookups are available for daily rental.The In-Charge includes: Toll free, local and domestic long distance calling, in-room wired and wireless high speed internet access, unlimited access to 24/7 fitness center, Daily USA Today newspaper and The San Diego Union Tribune on Saturday/Sunday, your personal copy of the latest issue of Rolling Stone Magazine.There is a $250 fine for smoking in our guest rooms.Rollaway beds are by request only and are not guaranteed, rollaway beds are available for king bedded rooms only and for a charge of $30 a night.Weekend traveler? If you book a stay over the weekend and plan to go to 207 the lobby bar or Float the pool bar, please contact the hotel's Concierge at 619-764-6484 to reserve priority admittance into either one of the bars (Registered guests only). You must get your name on the list by 8:00pm day-of and then admittance with front of the line access will be held until 10:00 pm the night of reservation. If you choose not to put your name on the list or arrive after 10:00 pm, hotel cannot guarantee admittance.Sunday Intervention Pool Party at Float. Guests staying over Sunday night are invited to enjoy Intervention from Noon to Sunset at Float. Staying Sunday night gets you complimentary VIP access for 2 registered guests for Intervention.Hard Rock Hotel San Diego offers many on-property choices at which to enjoy alcoholic beverages including our 2 nightclubs, room service, and 2 restaurants. However by law we cannot allow guests to bring their own alcohol into the hotel.Minimum check-in age is 21.

Check-in Time:

1600

Check-out Time:

1100

Year Built:


Total Rooms:

420 rooms.420

Total Floors:

12 floors.

Rooms:

Studio King:The bedding option for this room includes 1 king bed with multi media system, 42" inch flat screen HDTV, wired / wireless HISA, video games on demand, and plug & play technology to connect your computer or Ipod/Mp3 player, sensually styled bathroom with ceiling mounted rain shower, custom lighting, stunning cantilevered furniture and luxurious linens. There is a $250 fine for smoking in our guest rooms. Rollaway beds are by request only and are not guaranteed, Rollaway beds are available for King bedded rooms only and for a charge of $30 a night.Studio with Two Queen Bed:The bedding option for this room includes 2 queen bed with multi media system, 42" inch flat screen HDTV, wired / wireless HSIA, video games on demand, and plug & play technology to connect your computer or Ipod/Mp3 player, sensually styled bathroom with ceiling mounted rain shower, custom lighting, stunning cantilevered furniture and luxurious linens. There is a $250 fine for smoking in our guest rooms. Rollaway beds are by request only and are not guaranteed, Rollaway beds are available for King bedded rooms only and for a charge of $30 a night.Hard Rock King Suite:The bedding option for this room includes 1 king bed with multi media system, 42" inch flat screen HDTV, wired / wireless HSIA, video games on demand, and plug & play technology to connect your computer or Ipod/Mp3 player, sensually styled bathroom with ceiling mounted rain shower, custom lighting, stunning cantilevered furniture and luxurious linens. There is a $250 fine for smoking in our guest rooms. Rollaway beds are by request only and are not guaranteed, Rollaway beds are available for King bedded rooms only and for a charge of $30 a night.Rock Star Suite:Rock Star Suite with 1 king bed, separate living room and pool views. Fully integrated multi media system, 42" inch flat screen HDTV, wired / wireless HSIA, video games on demand, and plug & play technology to connect your computer or Ipod/Mp3 player. Sensually styled bathroom with ceiling mounted rain shower, custom lighting, stunning cantilevered furniture and luxurious linens. There is a $250 fine for smoking in our guest rooms. Rollaway beds are by request only and are not guaranteed, Rollaway beds are available for King bedded rooms only and for a charge of $30 a night.Hard Rock Suite with Two Queen Beds:The bedding option for this room includes 2 queen bed with multi media system, 42" inch flat screen HDTV, wired / wireless HSIA, video games on demand, and plug & play technology to connect your computer or ipod/Mp3 player, sensually styled bathroom with ceiling mounted rain shower, custom lighting, stunning cantilevered furniture and luxurious linens. There is a $250 fine for smoking in our guest rooms. Rollaway beds are by request only and are not guaranteed, Rollaway beds are available for King bedded rooms only and for a charge of $30 a night.

Price

$250-$500 double; from $600 suite, Expensive

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Directions

The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the Gaslamp, in walking distance to the convention center, PETCO Park, San Diego Trolley and all of Gaslamp nightlife and shopping. The San Diego International Airport is only 3 miles away and freeway access is also very close.

Area

San Diego, CA

Parking

Valet parking

Dining

NobuJapanese cuisine with Peruvian influences. The menu includes signature dishes such as Fresh Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno and Broiled Black Cod with Miso. Dinner is served each evening in the sushi bar or the dining room; drinks are available in the lounge.Maryjane's Coffee ShopServing breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a laid-back atmosphere. Menu includes American and regional dishes, such as L.A. Sticky Buns, Chopped Cobb Salad, and Chicken Pot Pie. Indoor and outdoor dining available. Open early morning to late evening; late-night hours available on the weekend.FloatRooftop pool bar with private poolside cabanas and outdoor leather lounge seating. Flat-screen TVs and minibars. Fire pits are surrounded by sectional seating and opium beds. Open late afternoon to late night.207Located in the lobby. Decor features a wood bar with black leather accents and padded bar stools upholstered with white crocodile. Specially designed tables include individual beer taps, allowing beer aficionados to choose their own brand and serve themselves. Open late afternoon to late night.

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