Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good food selection
Helpful valet service
Cons:
Outdated room appliances
Long check-out process
High resort fees

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
The place is clean and well-maintained.
Service
8.92
Val the valet was extremely helpful and the overall staff was friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.66
Great location with easy access to nearby restaurants and shops.
Room Quality
8.3
Nice room overall, but appliances were outdated.
Amenities
8.14
Standard amenities with some limitations like outdated appliances and no bottled water.
Value for Money
8.6
Although some fees felt excessive, food options were good and felt worth it.
Food and Beverage
8.84
Good food options including a great buffet with tasty croissants.
Overall Experience
8.72
A family-friendly experience with some issues resolved positively.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 15:21

Property Description

Scenic Waterfront Views and Luxury Amenities
Located in downtown San Diego, the 4-star San Diego Marriott Marquis and Marina offers breathtaking views of the waterfront and San Diego Bay. Guests can unwind in the outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, or indulge in a spa treatment.

Culinary Delights and Dining Options
Experience a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurants - from Asian fusion dishes at Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine to modern American cuisine at Marina Kitchen. Don't miss the daily breakfast buffet and the convenience of a Starbucks coffee house on-site.

Fitness and Nearby Attractions
Stay active at the well-equipped 24-hour gym with complimentary fitness classes. Explore nearby attractions like Seaport Village, USS Midway Museum, and the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Book now for a luxurious stay in the heart of San Diego!

Important information:

The mandatory resort fee includes the following benefits:
- Marriott Bonvoy Bonus Points
- One-hour water activity (kayak or paddleboard)
- One-hour bike rental
- Wine tasting with 2 glasses of house wine
- Instructor led fitness classes, F&B credit of USD 15 per day
- In-room high speed Internet access
- Shoe shine (one per stay, boots or suede not included), gratuity not included
-Rooms with King or Double Beds are based on preference and subject to availability.
-Breakfast Package rate includes breakfast for up to two (2) adults. Additional charges will apply for extra guests.In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 14.95 per 24 hours.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 45 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1046 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 8.92
Location: 8.66
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.14
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8.84
Overall Experience: 8.72
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Travel18527506277 Friends getaway
10
Great stay at the Marriott great valet thanks, Val
Pros:

I have to say I love the Marriott. Great people great patio great pool area Val. The valet. come give this place a try thank you from Kevin

2026-04-18 via Tripadvisor
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TankPolak Business Los Angeles, California
6
Regular Marriot, nothing outstanding
Pros:

Nice, clean, good service. Comfortable. Nothing to really complain about. However, for this price, I thought it might be nicer. It was really not much different than a Marriott Courtyard. Room was nothing special. Standard products. I guess Marriott can charge a premium because of the location.

2026-04-17 via Tripadvisor
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AR_Advisor Family Charlotte, North Carolina
10
Great stay, plentiful amenities, strong location; would stay here again.
Pros:

Great destination hotel with lots to offer.

The rooms are modern, clean, and well-designed. Marina views are a highlight, though lower-floor rooms can pick up some noise from the pool area below—something to consider if you’re sensitive to sound. That said, the pool closes at 10pm, so noise isn’t an issue late at night.

The property itself offers far more on-site options than typical hotels, with multiple dining choices and a Starbucks, making it easy to stay on-site without feeling limited. The pool area is a major differentiator—surrounded by lush greenery, with a hot tub and jacuzzi, it feels more like a resort than a standard city hotel.

Location is another strong point, with easy access to nearby restaurants and the light rail. The staff were consistently helpful and professional throughout the stay.

Overall: a well-rounded, family-friendly hotel with strong amenities and a resort-like feel, especially compared to nearby options.

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
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Carole family_with_children pf
10
J'y retournerai sans hésiter.
Pros:

Super emplacement.
Nous étions au 24eme étage dans une suite avec terrasse et la vue était incroyable.
Bonne insonorisation.
Boutique et cafés-snacks ouverts tard.

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Henrik solo_traveller ch
7
Ok
Pros:

Standort und Ausblick

Cons:

Das Hotel ist sauber aber recht abgenutzt… und allenfalls 3Stern Standard…

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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kairynel Family Los Angeles, California
6
Very convenient location, but a bit too noisy
Pros:

We visited this hotel for a spring break trip with two young kids... it was a convenient distance from the San Diego Zoo and also Seaworld, and is walking distance to the Gaslamp district. There were plenty of restaurants close by, the view was lovely, and Seaport Village was pretty much right outside the door. There did not appear to be any conventions going on at the convention center next door, so our stay was *mostly peaceful and the hotel never felt too busy. There is a Starbucks downstairs that was very convenient for us, our kids don't eat much for breakfast and like to sleep, so we grabbed coffees and croissants while they slept before heading out for the day. There was also a daily credit of I believe $24 offered that can be used at Starbucks as long as you charge to the room, which was also nice. It does close at 2pm though.

Now to the downsides... the parking situation. There are two different self-park lots, one underground attached to the convention center and one above ground behind the hotel. I don't know how they determine who parks where, but the paper ticket they give you (not even a plastic card?) only opens one gate. One night we returned and the convention center parking had been blocked off with construction cones, and the other gate would not open so we had to call for help twice, once to get in and once to get out, which was a bit of an annoyance. We also did not see any free electric car chargers in the underground parking, although there were two in the above ground area right outside the hotel door. And for the price they charge for parking, believe me we made use of it that day!

If you do stay here, pick a room on a high floor. There is a train right in front of the hotel, and although there are no train horns, even from the 19th floor I could hear the crossing alarms ringing alllll night long. There was also something being done in front of the hotel that involved jackhammers starting at 7am on a Monday morning, which I didn't much appreciate. I know that sometimes this sort of thing is unavoidable, but it did affect my overall impression of the hotel as too noisy.

Overall I don't know if I would stay here again. I would probably look into other options, since there are so many hotels in the area.

2026-04-13 via Tripadvisor
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christina couple us
10
Beautiful place
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Busy

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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V1161ZGroberti Business
10
Valet service
Pros:

Awesome Valet service manager. Shout out yo Jay Arman

2026-04-12 via Tripadvisor
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chadlT8550DE Family
10
Valet employee shout out
Pros:

We had a great experience, we had a very respectful and helpful Valet attendant Andres Robby. He was attentive, outgoing and very helpful. Definitely has potential for future positions of greater responsibility and leadership.

2026-04-12 via Tripadvisor
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cheref2026 Friends getaway
10
Great service
Pros:

Val the Valet was wonderful and very helpful!

2026-04-12 via Tripadvisor
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Angel couple us
10
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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gregoryrU7412CJ Friends getaway
10
Great experience
Pros:

Great valet service, super quick, friendly, and professional. Jay Arman

2026-04-11 via Tripadvisor
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150nicw Business
10
Jay for the Win!
Pros:

Jay is 1 of 1. Not only is he incredibly professional but I great man as well. I really enjoyed our conversation. He goes above and beyond to make you feel welcomed into the hotel.

2026-04-11 via Tripadvisor
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Selva solo_traveller us
10
Location is great. The staff were friendly.
Pros:

The garden and the pool area was wonderful, a little oasis. The room was nice. Balcony is definitely a must.

Cons:

My bed wasn’t as comfortable, I think the mattress can do with a do over. They should update their coffee apparatus. Coffee tastes pretty bad. Maybe a keurig would be a nice touch.

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Connector49834529701 Business Scottsdale, Arizona
10
Great service!
Pros:

I would like to thank Andres Knoll in Valet for exceptional service. I had left my water at the counter and he brought it out to me at my car. Above and beyond!

2026-04-09 via Tripadvisor
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F2657OGjeffe Family
10
Val the Valet- A great human being!
Pros:

We kicked off our spring break vacation to SoCal in San Diego and stayed at the M.M. It was my second or third time staying and we had a great time exploring the hotel & city. The location is top notch and the staff was great. After Easter Mass on Sunday morning, we had to run back to the hotel to grab something and Val the Valet was so welcoming and extremely professional while I waited for my family to run in. It’s all the small things and he was just a great human being which hopefully is reflective of the hotel’s culture! We’ll be back some time and will definitely stay there again.

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor
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Cyndi couple us
10
Just wish we had more time here!
Pros:

We loved everything about our stay?

Cons:

We truly cannot think of anything!

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
M
Misael couple us
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
R
Ron solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer family_with_children us
9
Pros:

The location and amenities available were great!

Cons:

We weren't told how the $24 per day was calculated (noon-noon) and we were told we could apply our $24 on our last day (because we arrived at midnight) by just coming back to the reception desk but when we went to reception, we were given different information. It was very confusing. And we asked for 3 blankets, but we only received 2.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee