Transport yourself back in time and stay at the elegant Westgate Hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter. Brimming with decadent furniture, the rooms here are some of the largest in the city, and designed to meet the high standards of European hospitality - so you'll certainly feel at home! If you're visiting between Thursday and Sunday, afternoon high tea in the Grand Lobby is a must. And on these evenings there's a host of live music to be enjoyed in the evenings too, be it out on the Veranda on balmy evenings, or in the Plaza Bar (where you can enjoy it with some delicious light bites and cocktails). The hotel is close to the famous Balboa Park, you can even see it from some of the rooms, and the area has plenty of restaurants, bars and boutiques. Back at the hotel, leave time to enjoy a bit of relaxation at the rooftop pool or in the sauna - the AquaVie fitness and wellness centre spans 4 levels offering a range of classes and treatments to have you feeling rejuvenated.
Amenities
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Close to City Centre
Where is it
Set in the Gaslamp Quarter adjacent to Horton Plaza, and a 3-minute walk from the San Diego Civic Theatre. The hotel is 3 blocks from the 5th Avenue Light Rail Station.
Hotel information
223 rooms and suites, all with floor-to-ceiling windows, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, 49-inch LED TV, safe, hairdryer, handheld steamer, coffee maker, bathrobes, and bathroom amenities.
Deluxe Rooms offer views of downtown San Diego, and have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Premier Rooms are located on floors 11-18, offering uninterrupted panoramic views of downtown San Diego and the historic Balboa Park, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Westgate Room (traditional French cuisine, open for all day dining). Grand Lobby (serving afternoon tea Thurs - Sun). The Veranda (open air dining, serving locally sourced seafood). Plaza Bar (serving drinks and light bites). Poolside dining available. Room service*.
Rooftop swimming pool and hot tub. AquaVie Fitness + Wellness Club with fitness centre, fitness classes, outdoor running track, spa*, sauna and steam rooms.
Complimentary WiFi access. Concierge. Laundry service*. Valet parking $50 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).
Resort fee has been waived for Virgin Atlantic Holidays' guests, saving over $30 per night.
*Denotes local charge
Based on 1732 reviews
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Dec 20, 2024SuzanneK986
Excellent check in and help from Carolina! Lovely room, very clean and comfortable! The bed is perfect. The furniture is classic and seen some visitors but great character. Love the walkable nature of the hotel and the Christmas decorations.
Fabulous Hotel, full of old charm & great service.
Dec 14, 2024heidi pWalsall, United Kingdom
4 nights stay here. There was a harpist playing in the lobby when we arrived! Rooms are big, lovely bathroom with the most amazing shower, best of our whole trip. Bed very comfy. Very quiet at night. There's a pool, which we didn't use, but looked lovely. We had breakfast one morning, for convenience which was lovely, but as with most hotels so…
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4 nights stay here. There was a harpist playing in the lobby when we arrived! Rooms are big, lovely bathroom with the most amazing shower, best of our whole trip. Bed very comfy. Very quiet at night. There's a pool, which we didn't use, but looked lovely. We had breakfast one morning, for convenience which was lovely, but as with most hotels so very expensive a cup of tea was $8, plus not great tea, but then that's more a me problem (English & v picky with tea). There is a Panerea Just a block away, which we did also for breakfast. Walkable to most things Midway about 20 mins flat walk away. Seaport Village about 30 mins. Where we had a nice walk around & shop, plus meal at Cheesecake factory & took dessert back to the hotel for later.
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Best birthday!
Dec 1, 2024monique l
Best birthday ever! From reservations to check out valet. Sarah made sure that my birthday was grand. When I called to make the reservation, she immediately helped me and promised that I would have a great birthday and sure did. I had the best birthday ever. The food is delicious. the food at the bar and service from Taner at the bar was great.…
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Best birthday ever! From reservations to check out valet. Sarah made sure that my birthday was grand. When I called to make the reservation, she immediately helped me and promised that I would have a great birthday and sure did. I had the best birthday ever. The food is delicious. the food at the bar and service from Taner at the bar was great. Paul in the garage was very friendly and helpful.
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Amazing customer service!
Dec 1, 2024Gwen C
I had an amazing stay at the Westgate. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful and accommodating throughout my stay. The Bed was so comfy and nice soft pillows. The blankets were perfect. We enjoyed room service and all of the food was delicious and we made several requests to the front desk and they were very nice and brought all of the…
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I had an amazing stay at the Westgate. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful and accommodating throughout my stay. The Bed was so comfy and nice soft pillows. The blankets were perfect. We enjoyed room service and all of the food was delicious and we made several requests to the front desk and they were very nice and brought all of the things we required very quickly. The Lobby was beautifully decorated for the holidays and a Harp player was in the lobby lying very relaxing music when we arrived it was a magical scene.
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You MUST Stay here!
Dec 1, 2024Colleen P
Absolutely AMAZING! Every detail was absolutely amazing!! I’d give 20 stars if I could. Upon everything we were welcomed by the beautiful sounds of a harp and a beautifully decorated atmosphere , the reception workers were friendly and fast!! The manager Sarah was extremely knowledgeable and friendly as well. Our suite was beautiful and the view…
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Absolutely AMAZING! Every detail was absolutely amazing!! I’d give 20 stars if I could. Upon everything we were welcomed by the beautiful sounds of a harp and a beautifully decorated atmosphere , the reception workers were friendly and fast!! The manager Sarah was extremely knowledgeable and friendly as well. Our suite was beautiful and the view was OMG!! The bed was likely the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in!! Location was perfect we spent less than $20 on every Uber! You have to stay here if you’re in SD!!
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