Poolside sunset theatre
A modern glass tower on the Embarcadero orienting life toward sunset drinks, fireside lounging, and sweeping views across San Diego Bay.
Where it shines
Listed
Rooftop trattoria Seneca evokes a vintage Italian yacht with curved timber banquettes.
Listed
Rooftop drinks at Layover and fireside seating overlook evening flights above the bay.
What they say
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The hotel occupies part of historic Lane Field, the former home of the Pacific Coast League's San Diego Padres where Jackie Robinson once played.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set directly along the Embarcadero promenade, the property sits opposite Santa Fe Depot and within a fifteen-minute stroll of Little Italy.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows frame San Diego Bay and the skyline in every room, alongside marble bathrooms and unfussy coastal decor.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Curtained cabanas and fire pits surround the fourth-floor heated pool, looking straight out over San Diego harbor.
Dogs stay too.
Vistal Bar + Restaurant
Third-floor dining tables look straight out across the bay, serving coastal cuisine influenced by Baja and the Mediterranean.
At the table
Rooftop terraces serve wood-fired coastal fare, Roman pastas, and open-air drinks facing the harbor and skyline.
How it began
Opened in 2018 on the former ballpark site where Jackie Robinson played, the glass tower now anchors the Embarcadero waterfront.
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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.