W San Diego

The W took San Diego by storm in 2003, delivering swanky nightlife beyond the Gaslamp Quarter. Rooms are bright and cheery -- like mod beach cabanas beamed into downtown, replete with beach ball-shaped pillows, cozy window seats, and sexy showers. For those who want to go all out, the WoW suite on the 19th floor is a 1,250-square-foot luxury accommodation with a host of state-of-the-art features and killer views. The restaurant, Rice, has an adventurous menu featuring contemporary global cuisine; the adjoining lounge, Access, has a menu of creative cocktails; while the airy lobby bar, Living Room, has turntables and board games. Beach, on the second floor, is where the developers let it rip: The open-air bar has a sand floor (heated at night), a fire pit, and cabanas. Pets feel the love here, too -- the hotel offers "peticure" nail and paw treatments and doggie happy hours.

Facilities:
Restaurant; 3 bars; free local transportation; 24-hr. concierge; exercise room; pool; room service; spa

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