Hip meets elegance, quirky and funky; this distinctive new boutique hotel has bright, contemporary rooms and a fun atmosphere, the epitome of urban coastal chic. Solamar, meaning sun and sea, is in a convenient location between the historic Gaslamp Quarter and the vibrant East Village area of downtown San Diego, with an indulgence of restaurants, bars and local shopping. The hotel's own restaurant, JSix serves creative cuisine, based on the world-renowned cooking of California, but with an added global twist. The 4th-floor outdoor pool area with its large, curving bar and plentiful loungers is a great place to hang out on days when you've decided to give the sightseeing a miss. The rooms have all the latest gadgets, such as flat screen TVs and WiFi access, and the hotel's nightly wine tasting is a sociable treat. The city's trolley system is just a short walk away.
Amenities
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Valet parking
Close to City Centre
Where is it
In the historic Gaslamp Quarter area, surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops. Also one block away from Petco Park, the baseball stadium. Two blocks from San Diego's famous trolley system, linking Gaslamp with Old Town, Del Mar (via the Coaster).
Hotel information
235 rooms on 10 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, flat screen TV with DVD/CD player, gourmet mini-bar, WiFi*, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Deluxe King Rooms, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Deluxe Queen Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
JSix restaurant serving Californian cuisine with a global twist. Bar serving great cocktails and snacks. 4th-floor outdoor pool with large deck overlooking Petco Park and downtown. Pool bar. Health club with fitness room. WiFi*. Complimentary evening wine hour. 24-hour room service*. Business centre. Valet parking $41 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).
This hotel has a resort fee of $25 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)
Please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
*Denotes local charge.
Please note: A resort fee of $20 plus tax per room, per day is payable locally and includes the following benefits:
- WiFi
- Local and domestic long distance calls
- Select business/printing services
- Public bike usage, based on availability
- Yoga classes on the pool deck on select days
Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
Based on 205 reviews
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Excellent (166)
Very good (24)
Average (7)
Poor (2)
Terrible (6)
Great stay!
May 8, 2025Adel F
I stayed at Margarittaville for a work conference in May 2025, everything was exceptional ! The rooms were clean , beds super comfortable, fitness center was great , coffee shop with excellent coffee, more importantly the people at the front desk were always smiling and seem to be enjoying what they do ! Alex and Ana were exceptional ! Great…
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I stayed at Margarittaville for a work conference in May 2025, everything was exceptional ! The rooms were clean , beds super comfortable, fitness center was great , coffee shop with excellent coffee, more importantly the people at the front desk were always smiling and seem to be enjoying what they do ! Alex and Ana were exceptional ! Great customer service , always aim to help and please people staying at the hotel . I totally recommend and look forward to visiting again
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Not adult. Kid friendly family hotel
Apr 16, 2025397johnnyvOhio
Kids. Wow. Kids. I was surprised the amount of kids. The pool deck today was full of families having dinner in the cabanas. 4 of the 7. Not what I was expecting, or wanted. Didnt realize it was a family resort. I mean little kids. Will not return. Pendry was better. Wish they would rebrand back
Ana V at check in was amazing!
Apr 16, 2025Marina H
Ana V was incredible. She made check in run smooth and quickly. We were struggling with our young children. She offered a few locations for dining, answered some questions regarding petco park, and even suggested some fun places to visit with the kids.
Amazing staff and atmosphere
Apr 15, 2025Tina A
Amazing staff and atmosphere. We were completely blown away at the at the decor and cleanliness. its a fun spot if you're in the pool
area and dancing to the music, or chilling in your room to the music. and as weird as it sounds one my favorite parts was the water in the lobby with lemon and fresh cups. The decor
is amazing.
Great Stay at Margaritaville San Diego
Apr 8, 2025J C
I was recently in downtown San Diego for a business event and Padres game. I arrived at the Margaritaville and was pleasantly surprised with the lobby. The hotel embraces the Margaritaville brand but the lobby felt like a boutique urban property. It looked great. The guestrooms are very spacious and beds were super comfy. I slept like a baby. The…
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I was recently in downtown San Diego for a business event and Padres game. I arrived at the Margaritaville and was pleasantly surprised with the lobby. The hotel embraces the Margaritaville brand but the lobby felt like a boutique urban property. It looked great. The guestrooms are very spacious and beds were super comfy. I slept like a baby. The hotels location is right in the middle of the nightlife and only a few blocks from the ballpark entrance. I highly recommend!
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Great stay!
