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The Westgate Hotel

4.0 of 5
1055 Second Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (Downtown)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Newton, Mass
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87 reviews 87 reviews
30 hotel reviews
Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

I go to San Diego all the time but never downtown -- it simply isn't that interesting. The Gaslamp District is basically a giant shopping small with gas lamps. Assuming you need to go downtown and want an affordable, aesthetically pleasing and comfortable hotel, this is it. $169 (!) is what I paid (conference rate). Rooms were more than adequate... More

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Montebello, California
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55 reviews 55 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Aside from getting this room on an extremely booked weekend in San Diego through Priceline prepay option. It was a nice hotel. The bed was comfy and a turn down service with chocolates was a nice touch. The single king size room was ver spacious. The only thing I didn't like was the layout of the neighboring rooms. We were... More

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Huntington Beach, California
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34 reviews 34 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Pros: -Clean -Quiet -Good service Cons: -Forced valet parking...no self park. -Rip-off parking rate of $32/night...plus they charge a resort fee on top of that! -Decent location for Petco Park, Gaslamp, etc...but I will stay closer next time. -Basic rooms with an average quality bed. -Old hotel built in 1970, with an even "older" style and vibe.

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Salt Lake City
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Three day conference, about 70 people, receptions, breaks, meals, it was all outstanding. The sleeping rooms are wonderful, and the service is way over the bar. The anticipate all your needs. Food presentation beats it all.

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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63 reviews 63 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Booked this place through hotwire, at $100 a night. For a 4 star hotel, it was a great deal. Then I read some TA reviews and started to grow weary about the hidden fees and the almost impossible task to park near the hotel. The whole place is very “French classic” (some may call it simply OLD) with decorations, furniture,... More

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Tucson, Az
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20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

I was torn when trying to decide whether to give the Westgate in San Diego a 3 or a 4. Truthfully, I would have liked to have given it a 3 and 1/2. Many aspects of this hotel are wonderful, but there were a few things that were not. My husband and I arrived on Friday night around 11:40. There... More

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Midvale, Utah
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

This hotel is located downtown San Diego and within walking distance of the wharf, gaslamp and many other attractions and the hotel itself exuded a quiet sophistication. Accalades to the chef for a 5 star dining experience. The international staff added to the european flavor. Outstanding chef, concierge and service.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013 via mobile

Shraddha Chief Concierge is the person to see in the first place. Her advice is priceless. For the first timers here in San Diego we were lucky to get the best information from her. Highly recommend seeing her if you stay at the Westgate hotel.

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Traverse City, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

I visited San Diego last week with my husband and we loved staying at The Westgate Hotel. Great location, the staff is excellent. We had a beautiful room on the fourteenth floor with great view, extremely clean and comfortable. The best part of our experience was the phenomenal service, which the chief concierge Shraddha Carlin provided to us. Shraddha is... More

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Wheat Ridge, Colorado
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

To Shraddha, Cheif Concierge Thank you so much for all your wonderful help with our vacation this past October - you helped to make a good vacation - FANTASTIC!!!! You are truly a delightful person and we looked forward to working with you from the moment we walked into lobby! You made us feel like very special, important guests -... More

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  • Gaslamp district(8)
  • Horton Plaza(7)
  • Room service(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)
  • Very nice(3)

Additional Information about The Westgate Hotel

Address: 1055 Second Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
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Region: United States > California > San Diego > Downtown
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#9 Romantic Hotels in San Diego
#23 Luxury Hotels in San Diego
#56 Business Hotels in San Diego
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Westgate offers the ease and pleasures of the world’s finest metropolitan hotels, and the best of Southern California! Minutes from the airport or the San Diego Convention Center, steps from the trolley/train station and readily accessible by freeway. Within walking distance is the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Opera and the Symphony, Horton Plaza shops and Gaslamp Quarter energy. Return to the quiet of your private room and relax in luxury, then consider a visit to Le Spa or the Fitness Center, a glass of wine in the intimate Plaza Bar, or an elegant dining experience graciously served in The Westgate Room. ... more   less 
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