Andaz San Diego

Andaz San Diego

Overlooking the Gaslamp Quarter, Andaz San Diego has an enviable address amid this lively destination. Other than its location, it’s most lusted after for its rooftop pool, bar, and restaurant.

With only 159 rooms, this hotel has a bigger reputation than its size suggests. San Diego’s largest rooftop space crowns the Andaz, attracting a sun-seeking crowd by day and a cocktail-sipping crowd by night. The Rooftop by STK restaurant is up here too, with retractable walls and roof to make it a year-round destination. Standard guest rooms are spacious and modern but relatively basic. A welcome touch is a minibar with a few freebies thrown in. If a night on the roof calls for a lie-in the next day, in-room breakfast could be a tempting option. Otherwise, head back up to the rooftop for a typical SoCal morning of avocado toast with a drip coffee. Hey, no one’s judging if you order a mimosa instead. Once you’re fuelled and ready for the day ahead, spend some time getting to know the Gaslamp Quarter, head to the shops around Seaport Village, or make a beeline for Balboa Park to explore its museums and gardens. Locally Paid Fees & Taxes: Expect to pay approximately $29 per room per night for hotel resort fees and local taxes.