San Diego, CaliforniaGaslamp Quarter
Pacifica Hotel
Historic Gaslamp guesthouse
Gaslamp Quarter San Diego, California
Renovated
2002
Price
$
Rated for
Heritage Classic LocalOutside the door
Historic Gaslamp guesthouse
Built over a century ago, this straightforward Gaslamp guesthouse offers bare-bones budget lodging right in the middle of downtown nightlife.
What it’s good at
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Fourth Avenue puts you steps from Gaslamp Quarter bars, local eateries, and baseball games at nearby Petco Park.
The rooms
Rooms are compact and strictly functional, featuring simple furnishings, shared hallway bathrooms, and private washbasins in select layouts.
How it began
Built in 1910, the building opened as the Midland Hotel in 1914 and housed local military personnel throughout the 1930s.
San Diego
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Our shorthand
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.