Posts Categorized: Hotels & Resorts

    A San Diego Getaway doesn't always mean leaving town, because San Diego is a resort getaway for 34 million out-of-towners a year. So the question is getting away to where and  why? More specifically for locals it's getting away to seaside cities and suburbs within fabulous San Diego or venturing to nearby regions such as Baja California's coastal regions or traveling north to romantic getaways an hour away such as Santa Catalina Island, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Santa Monica or Westwood. Or if it's a big change of climate it's a getaway to nearby Las Vegas. The point is that if 34 million people flock to this mecca of resort towns, why go anywhere else. So featured here are great backyard destinations that people travel half way on the world to enjoy such as the world famous Hotel Del Coronado. Plus, there are exclusive insider destinations that few residents of San Diego have ever heard of such as La Casa del Zorro in Borrego Springs or Rancho Valencia a tennis resort frequented by the rich and famous in Rancho Santa Fe. So whether you are a local looking for a romantic getaway or an out-of-towner looking for a wonderful place to stay, these recommendations have been personally researched. This brings in play the importance of not only where to stay but what to do in the city or suburb where the hotel is located. Thus the benefit of reading the suburb and city chapters with special maps identifying what to see and do. We have enjoyed creating these special excursions for your enjoyment.

Sightsee San Diego

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Amusement Park, Antiques, Apartment Rentals, Aquarium, Art Events, Attractions, Attractions in Balboa Park, Attractions in Carlsbad, Attractions in Coronado, Automotive Museums, Aviation Museums, Balboa Park, Balboa Park Museums, Bay Park, Bay Park Shopping, Bay View, Beach Front Hotels, Beach Rentals, Beer, Beer & Wine, Beer Gardens, Bike Rentals, Boat and Yacht Shows, Boat Docking, Boat Rentals, Borrego Springs, Botanical Gardens, Breweries, Cakes & Desserts, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Museums, Carlsbad Shopping, Carmel Valley, Casinos, Casinos with a Golf Course, Casinos With a Hotel, Casinos With a Resort, Casinos With Live Entertainment, Clairemont, Conventions, Coronado, Coronado Breakfast, Coronado Events, Coronado Restaurants, Coronado Shopping, Coupons, Cruises, Cuban, cuisine, Dancing, Del Mar, Diamonds, Dining With Views, Downtown, East County, East County Casinos, East Lake, East Village, El Cajon, El Cajon Museums, Embarcadero, Embarcadero Museums, Encinitas, Family Events, Featured on Main Page, Food and Restaurant Events, Galleries, Gaslamp Quarter, German, Getaways, Golden Triangle, Golf, Golf, Guadalupe Wineries, Hamburgers, Happy Hour, Harbor Cruises, Harbor Island, Harbor Island Restaurants, Hillcrest, Historic Museums, Historic Sites, Home Page Content, Horseback Riding, Hotels & Resorts, International Museums, Kearny Mesa, La Jolla, La Jolla Breakfast, La Jolla Restaurants, La Jolla Shopping, La Jolla Sports & Recreation, La Mesa, Lake View, Large Casinos, Liberty Station, Little Italy, Live Music, MCRD Graduation Party Venues, Mexican Hotels, Mexico Shopping, Microbreweries, Microbrewery, Middletown, Military, Military Museums, Miramar Road Museums, Mission Bay Sports & Recreation, Mission Beach, Mission Hills, Mission Valley, New Homes, Nightclub, Nightlife, North County Coastal, North County Coastal Weddings, North County Inland Weddings, North County Museums, North Park, Ocean Beach, Ocean Beach Breakfast, Ocean View, Oceanside, Oceanside Harbor & Marina, Oceanside Museums, Oceanside Weddings, Old Town, Old Town Breakfast, Old Town Museums, Old Town Shops, Old Town Weddings, Pacific Beach, Point Loma Breakfast, Point Loma Events, Point Loma Museums, Point Loma Restaurants, Point Loma Shopping, Poway, Railroad Museums, Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Santa Fe, Real Estate, Relocation, Restaurant Blog, Restaurants, Restaurants, Rosarito Beach, Row4, San Diego, San Diego Bay Events, San Diego Family Weekend Getaways, San Diego Romantic Weekend Getaways, San Diego Wineries, Seafood, Seafood Fine Dining, Seaport Village, Shelter Island, South Bay, Sports Events, Staying in Carlsbad, Staying in Coronado, Staying in Del Mar, Staying in Downtown, Staying in Encinitas, Staying in La Jolla, Staying in Mission Valley, Street Fairs & Festivals, Suburbs, Temecula Wineries, Things to Do, Unique Hotels, View, Vista, Weddings, Wine Bars, Winery Tours.

Sightsee San Diego by Air, Land, & Sea is the Ultimate Tour Sightsee San Diego by Air, land, & Sea, is the untimate San Diego city tour especially because San Diego is a coastal city, wrapped around a beautiful natural harbor. Then up and down the coastline for 20 miles in both north and south… Read more »

Las Vegas: Savvy Travelers Book their Hotel, Show Tickets, and Events Before they Leave Town

Posted by Jake Amen & filed under Getaways, Hotels & Resorts, Las Vegas.

Las Vegas is a Do Everything or Do Nothing Getaway featuring live top name entertainment shows and entertainment galore. Las Vegas, Nevada is a mecca for fun, food and entertainment in the desert bordering southern California’s major metropolises. So a day or week does not go by that literally thousands of Californians don’t drive or… Read more »

Temecula’s Ponte Winery Offers a Superb Overnight Escape

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Banquet Venues, Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Beer & Wine, Corporate Meeting Venue, Dining With Views, Featured San Diego Restaurants, Food and Restaurant Events, Home Page Content, Hotels & Resorts, Military Wedding Venues, Neighborhoods and Suburbs, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Restaurants, San Diego Family Weekend Getaways, San Diego Romantic Weekend Getaways, San Diego Weddings, Staying in Temecula, Temecula, Temecula Banquet Venues, Temecula Banquets & Catering, Temecula Party Venues, Temecula Restaurants, Temecula Weddings, Temecula Wineries, Things to Do, Unique Hotels, Vineyard View, Wedding Venues, Weddings, Winery Events.

Ponte Winery

Ponte Family Estate Winery & Ponte Vineyard Inn 35053 Rancho California Rd., Temecula (951-694-8855) [Pontewinery.com] Open weekdays 11 a.m.– 6 p.m. & till 5:30 p.n\m. om the weekends. Wine tastings includes 6 tastings $30 per person The impressive Ponte Family Estate Winery with its award winning outdoor vineyard view restaurant and top 10 ranked Ponte… Read more »

San Diego Timeshare Resorts for Resales & Rentals

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Getaways, Hotels & Resorts, Real Estate, San Diego Family Weekend Getaways, San Diego Romantic Weekend Getaways, Uncategorized, Unique Hotels.

SellMyTimeshareNow is the best online resource for buying, selling, and renting timeshares around the world. With thousands of listings located at resorts worldwide, we feature a great deal of San Diego timeshares available for travelers. Instead of booking hotel rooms at inflated rates for your next trip, you could find high-quality vacation ownership resales or… Read more »

Ponte Vineyard Inn Offers a Stunning Experience

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Hotels & Resorts, Staying in Temecula, Temecula, Unique Hotels.

Ponte Vineyard Inn, at Ponte Family Estate Winery 35001 Rancho California Rd., Temecula (951-587-6688) [pontevineyardinn.com]. Good seasonal packages with rates varying with the season. Also featuring their impressive underground Cellar Lounge. Staying overnight in the romantic Temecula Valley wine country just got a whole lot better with the opening of this new 4-diamond inn in… Read more »

Sycuan Golf Resort is an Outstanding East San Diego County Favorite Owned by Sycuan Casino

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Banquet Venues, Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Corporate Meeting Venue, Day Spas, East County, East County Weddings, El Cajon, Golf, Hotels & Resorts, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Staying in East County, Wakes & Funeral, Wedding Venues.

Golf

Sycuan Golf Resort offers incredible variety as the only 54-hole golf facility in San Diego. Situated in the beautiful hills of east San Diego, the three Ted Robinson designed courses feature mature tree-lined fairways, elevation changes, water features and impeccable greens. No matter if you’re a seasoned player or a first-timer, the two challenging 18-hole… Read more »

Humphreys Half Moon Inn, a San Diego Getaway

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquet Venues, Hotels & Resorts, Military Wedding Venues, Party Venues, Wedding Venues.

Humphrey's Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn & Suites is ideally located on Shelter Island, San Diego’s own Hawaiian Isle. This tropical resort-style San Diego hotel, framed by America’s Cup Harbor and the San Diego Bay, offers breathtaking views of the hotel’s private marina and downtown San Diego. Their tranquil setting is just minutes from the airport and… Read more »

San Diego offers top entertainment and overnight accommodations at the Harrah’s Rincon Casino &amp Resort Features Entertainment and Great Dining

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under 44th Edition OR, Attractions, Banquets and Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Casinos, Casinos With a Day Spa, Casinos with a Golf Course, Casinos With a Hotel, Casinos With a Resort, Casinos With Live Entertainment, Getaways, Happy Hour, Hotels & Resorts, Large Casinos, North County, North County Casinos, North County Inland Weddings, Staying in North County Inland, Unique Hotels, Valley Center, Wedding Venues.

Harrah’s is well-known for having the best casinos and hotels nationwide. So you definitely won’t be disappointed with your discovery of this casino with all its gaming and entertainment venues. For the color and excitement of a Las Vegas style casino, Harrah’s Rincon has it all. Of course they offer state-of-the-art gaming including 2,000 slot machines, more than 59 table games and a 12 table poker room where the action never stops! Harrah’s Rincon also offers unique games like Rincon Craps and Volcanic Roulette Bingo.

Ramada Inn Oceanside is Centrally Located Just One Mile Away From the Pier, Harbor and Beach

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Hotels & Resorts, North County Coastal, Oceanside, Staying in Oceanside.

There are 67 newly remodeled rooms ($69–$149). It’s centrally located just one mile from the Oceanside Pier, harbor and beach. Plus it’s across the street from the Ocean’s Eleven Casino. Amenities include free Wi-Fi high-speed Internet, cable TV with HBO and ESPN, a complimentary continental breakfast, business center and free parking. Guest laundry, elevator access… Read more »

San Diego’s Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant in Old Town Offers Superb Dining in a Historic Setting

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under American, American, Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Corporate Meeting Venue, Happy Hour, happy hour, Hotels & Resorts, MCRD Graduation Party Venues, Mexican, Military Wedding Venues, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Old Town Weddings, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Restaurants, San Diego Romantic Weekend Getaways, Seafood, Wedding Venues.

Soon after Juan Bandini built his thatch-roofed adobe family home, 1827–29, it became the social center of San Diego. Bandini himself was often seen waltzing gracefully and elegantly across the parlor floor. In 1869, after Bandini’s death, stage master Albert Seeley purchased Bandini’s home and converted it into his family home and a hotel. When… Read more »

Coronado’s Hotel del Coronado is an Oceanfront Resort with Great Shops and top Restaurants

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under 44th Edition OR, Attractions, Attractions in Coronado, Banquets & Catering, Bay View, Beach Front Hotels, Breakfast & Brunch, Coronado, Coronado Breakfast, Coronado Restaurants, Coronado Weddings, Corporate Meeting Venue, Featured on Main Page, Getaways, Hotels & Resorts, Ocean View, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Staying in Coronado, Wedding Venues.

The legendary Hotel del Coronado is located on 28 oceanfront acres on Coronado Island. Built in 1888 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977, The Hotel del Coronado has played host to celebrities, presidents and dignitaries from around the world. Today, guests can select accommodations in the historic Victorian Building, in the contemporary Ocean… Read more »

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is a World Renowned Luxury Tennis Resort and Spa

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Corporate Meeting Venue, Del Mar & Rancho Santa Fe Weddings, Hotels & Resorts, North County Breakfast, North County Coastal, Rancho Santa Fe, Wedding Venues.

Definitely plan to discover the impressive Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa. This world renowned tennis resort and spa is secluded in the beautiful foothills of Rancho Santa Fe. It has been rated among the top 20 most recommended resorts in the North America in the Reader’s choice poll in Conde Nast Traveler magazine for 2007…. Read more »

Morgan Run Club & Resort is an Escape to Historic Rancho Santa Fe For A Memorable Stay

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under California Coastal, California Cuisine, Del Mar, Del Mar Restaurants, Hotels & Resorts, North County Coastal, North County Inland Weddings, Rancho Santa Fe, Staying in Del Mar.

Morgan Run Resort comprises 66 boutique-style rooms and features lush landscaping, wonderful dining, golf and tennis facilities. They offer a distinctive collection of resort packages, including recreation, golf and tennis vacation packages to ensure that guests experience this Rancho Santa Fe resort to its fullest. So take a swing with one of the golf packages… Read more »

Temecula’s Inn at Churon Winery is a romantic French chateau-inspired bed & breakfast inn and winery

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Getaways, Hotels & Resorts, Restaurants, San Diego Romantic Weekend Getaways, Staying in Temecula, Temecula, Temecula Wineries, Unique Hotels, Wifi.

                  The romantic Inn at Churon is ideally located in the heart of the Temecula wine country. This beautiful French chateau-inspired bed & breakfast inn and winery is, without a doubt, the a perfect romantic getaway. And The Inn at Churon is less than an hour away… Read more »

America’s Best Value Inn & Suites Offers a Great Location, Value and Close to all

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Hotels & Resorts, Oceanside, Vista.

Located in Vista, with easy access to shopping, beaches and area attractions. Enjoy large beautiful rooms, microwaves, refrigerators, cable TV, pool, spa, picnic & BBQ area, tennis courts, putting green, complimentary breakfast and wireless internet throughout property and large vehicle parking. Two-story, 72 room, exterior-corridor property with park-at-your door convenience.

Ramada Inn is Conveniently Located Next to Carlsbad’s Many Attractions

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Carlsbad, Hotels & Resorts, Staying in Carlsbad.

Conveniently located just a half mile from Carlsbad State Park.This 121 room hotel offers studios starting at ($89) and one- and two-bedroom suites starting at ($109) and ($229), respectively. They also feature a complimentary continental breakfast, heated pool and spa, laundry facilities, free wireless Internet, as well as meeting facilities. Enjoy the comforts of home… Read more »

Residence Inn by Marriott Oceanside is Appealing to Business Travelers and Vacationers Alike

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Corporate Meeting Venue, Happy Hour, Hotels & Resorts, Military Wedding Venues, North County Coastal Weddings, Oceanside, Oceanside Weddings, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Staying in Oceanside, Wedding Venues.

This impressive four story, 125 room hotel ($149–$329) has all the amenities that make Residence Inn so appealing to business travelers as well as vacationers. A big plus are its fully-equipped kitchen amenities, which include a microwave oven in every room, dishwasher, refrigerator and more. Complimentary breakfast buffets are offered every morning and they have… Read more »

Ramada Inn in Downtown’s Historic Gaslamp Quarter

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Gaslamp Quarter, Hotels & Resorts, Staying in Downtown.

An excellent recommendation in the Gaslamp Quarter is the 99-room Ramada Inn & Suites (21) at 830 Sixth Ave. (from $99) (619-531-8877). This historic landmark, which was built in 1913, offers beautifully decorated rooms, modern conveniences and is just steps from all the action. For a sensational city and harbor view, ask for a room… Read more »

Comfort Inn Gaslamp: Stay in the Heart of Downtown

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Gaslamp Quarter, Hotels & Resorts, Staying in Downtown.

For the bargain-minded traveler, you can’t go wrong with the Comfort Inn Gaslamp (22) at 660 G St. (from $99). It’s less than a block from the Gaslamp Quarter. Their rooms include microwave ovens, refrigerators, coffeemakers and cable TV. Other services include free 24-hour business center, wireless Internet, limited off-street parking at ($15) per night… Read more »

Best Western Inn and Suites in Encinitas Offers Picturesque Hilltop Ocean Views & Nice Beds

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Encinitas, Encinitas Weddings, Hotels & Resorts, North County Coastal, North County Coastal Weddings, Restaurants, Staying in Encinitas, Wedding Venues.

Mention this review for a discount! Overlooking picturesque Moonlight Beach and beyond, Best Western Inn and Suites (1) features 94 rooms with large private balconies, 29 suites with kitchenettes, many with ocean views. This hilltop location has a conference room and inside cabana, which makes the perfect wedding venue, especially with Japanese Restaurant, Tomiko, being… Read more »

Oceanside Harbor and Marina is Home to 950 Yachts, Great Restaurants & Fun Things to Do

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Attractions in Oceanside, Boat Docking, Harbor, Hotels & Resorts, North County Breakfast, Oceanside, Oceanside Harbor & Marina, Oceanside Harbor Restaurants, Oceanside Restaurants, Restaurants, San Diego Family Weekend Getaways, Staying in Oceanside, Staying in Oceanside Harbor.

This is the only marina and boat harbor in North County and it’s home to over 950 yachts and boats. While it is a small harbor, there are plenty of fun things to do here. Making up this one-of-a-kind harbor setting is a small Cape Cod-style fishing village, complete with a lighthouse. The village is… Read more »

La Jolla Offers a Wonderful Staycation Getaway to La Jolla Shores Hotel at Scenic La Jolla Shores

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Beach Front Hotels, Getaways, Hotels & Resorts, La Jolla, La Jolla Weddings, Ocean View, Staying in La Jolla, Unique Hotels, Wedding Venues.

Highlighted with oceanfront views of the surf splashing onto the beach. Plus they have open-air walkways and comfortable accommodations. The La Jolla Shores Hotel is one of the select few hotels in San Diego situated directly on the beach. This beachfront hotel in La Jolla, California creates vacation memories that last a lifetime.

Rodeway Inn & Suites is Centrally Located Near Camp Pendleton, the Welcome Center & Beaches

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Hotels & Resorts, North County Coastal, Oceanside, Oceanside Harbor & Marina, Staying in Oceanside, Staying in Oceanside Harbor.

There are 80 ocean and harbor view rooms ($65–$185). They are freeway close and also across the street from the California Welcome Center. Nonsmoking rooms are available as well as meeting rooms. A complimentary continental breakfast is featured each morning! Amenities include A/C, cable TV, HBO, a pool, free highspeed Internet, hair dryers, irons with… Read more »

Doubletree Hotel Downtown Features Breathtaking Views of San Diego’s Beautiful Harbor

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Corporate Meeting Venue, Downtown, Downtown Weddings, Hotels & Resorts, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Staying in Downtown, Wedding Venues.

The Doubletree Hotel San Diego Downtown is a newly renovated hotel featuring 333 guest rooms, suites and town homes with balconies that overlook downtown and the harbor. They also have two ballrooms for special events and meetings that can accommodate up to 200 people. They have superb catering and tasteful extras that make them top… Read more »

Days Inn Oceanside Near Camp Pendleton Features Ocean View Rooms & Comfortable Suites

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Hotels & Resorts, North County Coastal, Oceanside, Oceanside Harbor & Marina, Staying in Oceanside, Staying in Oceanside Harbor.

There are 80 rooms ($75–$145) and some have ocean views. A free continental breakfast is offered each morning. It’s the closest motel to Camp Pendleton’s main gate. It’s also only eight minutes from LEGOLAND California and four miles to Mission San Luis Rey! The comfortable suites feature high-speed wireless Internet, refrigerators and microwaves, as well… Read more »

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport at Liberty Station is a mile from the Airport on San Diego Bay

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under 44th Edition OR, Harbor Island, Hotels & Resorts, Liberty Station, Point Loma, Restaurants, Wifi.

The waterfront Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport Hotel (8) at Liberty Station is nestled along the water and located just minutes from all of the major San Diego Attractions including SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, San Diego Harbor Tours, the Maritime Musuem, historic Old Town San Diego, Coronado, the historic Gaslamp district… Read more »

La Quinta Inn Oceanside Offers 30% off Bay & Ocean View Rooms and is Freeway Close to Attractions

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Hotels & Resorts, Military Wedding Venues, North County Coastal, North County Coastal Weddings, Oceanside, Oceanside Harbor & Marina, Oceanside Weddings, Staying in Oceanside, Staying in Oceanside Harbor, Wedding Venues.

There are 41 rooms ($109–$159). It’s located across the street from the California Welcome Center Oceanside. All rooms are nonsmoking and feature free highspeed Internet, complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, cable, microwaves, hair dryers and mini-fridges. Special group rates are available and pets are welcome. It’s also freeway close to LEGOLAND California, historic Mission San Luis… Read more »

Homewood Suites is a Hotel That’s Like Home

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Corporate Meeting Venue, Del Mar, Del Mar & Rancho Santa Fe Weddings, Hotels & Resorts, North County Coastal, North County Coastal Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Staying in Del Mar, Wedding Venues.

At Homewood Suites by Hilton, you’ll enjoy their spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites, along with amenities to help you feel at home. 120 suites, each with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining table, work desk, sofa, complimentary high-speed internet access, cable TV and complimentary HBO. Complimentary Suite Start hot breakfast served daily. Complimentary light meal and… Read more »

La Valencia is a landmark hotel that typifies everything that is special about La Jolla

Posted by Barry Berndes & filed under Hotels & Resorts, La Jolla, Staying in La Jolla.

A visit to La Jolla wouldn’t be complete without discovering La Valencia Hotel. It has been a La Jolla landmark since 1926. With its Spanish architecture and tradition, La Valencia was a hide away for movie stars Greta Garbo, Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks during an era when the trip from Hollywood to La Jolla… Read more »