Gaslamp Quarter San Diego, California
Renovated
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Design SocialOutside the door
Historic Gaslamp stalwart
San Diego's first skyscraper from 1913 has become a suite-only retreat positioned directly above the Gaslamp Quarter's bustling nightlife.
What it’s good at
Notable
Original 1913 bank architecture with Corinthian marble staircases and Australian gumwood carpentry.
Listed
Classical revival architecture featuring etched-glass doors and historic brass elevator detailing.
Listed
Subterranean botanical wine parlor Vin De Syrah and an open-air rooftop viewing terrace.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on Fifth Avenue, the building puts historic playhouses, lively cocktail bars, and the bayfront within an easy ten-minute stroll.
The rooms
All units are suites featuring practical kitchenettes, bathtubs, and classic moldings, with upper levels framing the downtown skyline.
At the table
The lower level hosts fondue dining, and morning breakfast tables sit beside windows looking out over downtown.
How it began
Built in 1913 as the Watts Building, the steel-framed high-rise housed banks and gemologists before converting into an all-suite hotel in 1988.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.