The Westgate Hotel

Hotels
9 (600 reviews)
1055 2nd Avenue , San Diego , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful hotel
Exceptional service
Cons:
Room cleaning frequency
Transparency in pricing

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Some concerns about room cleaning and service delays.
Service
9.55
Gabriel's exceptional service was highlighted, and overall staff was described positively.
Location
9.59
Convenient location, close to key attractions.
Room Quality
9.04
Rooms are spacious and comfortable.
Amenities
9.07
Amenities generally met expectations, though gym discount issues were noted.
Value for Money
8.53
Some transparency issues with pricing affected perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.08
Food quality was praised, but some service issues occurred.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall experience was positive but with certain service-related disappointments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 08:56

Property Description

Spectacular Views and Luxurious Amenities
Located just 3 blocks from the 5th Avenue Light Rail Station, The Westgate Hotel offers stunning views of downtown San Diego. The hotel features a rooftop outdoor pool, a full-service spa, a gym, and a restaurant.

Fine Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in Continental-California cuisine at The Westgate Room, or enjoy Afternoon Tea with live harp music on select days. Live piano entertainment awaits you at the Plaza Bar for a relaxing evening experience.

Convenience and Comfort
Guests can enjoy hand-crafted European furniture, a 49-inch LED TV, and free WiFi in all rooms. The hotel offers a business center, laundry services, ticket assistance, and unique amenities like an outdoor heated lap pool, hot tub, and a running track.

Book your stay at The Westgate Hotel for a luxurious and unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that the credit card presented at check-in must match the credit card used to make the reservation.


The resort/hotel access fee includes: Wi-Fi, Business Center, Access to AquaVie Fitness Center, Pool/Hot Tub, Group Fitness Classes, water stations throughout hotel, Concierge Services, Coffee maker in the room, Local calls.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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 17 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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 52 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 30 per 24 hours.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 600 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 9.07
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.08
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Noemi • extended_group • us
10
It’s was a very nice and relaxing time. Will book here in the future.
Pros:

The area is so convenient for bars and restaurants near by.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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silvan • family_with_children • il
9
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Guillermo • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Myles • couple • au
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Wenjie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Professional and kind staff. Special thanks to the gentleman who makes me more confident when sitting to the table.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Tobi • family_with_children • ca
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Alfredo • extended_group • us
10
It was a beautiful hotel and very close to the park
Pros:

Location,and the amenities..Close to Petco Park

Cons:

The parking was $55,no sell parking…

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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zili • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Very clean and beautiful lobby, only downside was the noise from the tram downstairs. Other than that, location was great.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Katerina • solo_traveller • us
8
Vintage Beauty
Pros:

I wish I could give The Westgate Hotel 10 points, because it is a very fine hotel, with professional and hard working staff, beautiful facilities in great location, but the tram noise was just too much to ignore. More about that in section "What I didn't like".
I would describe The Westgate as Vintage hotel, with services you do not normally see anymore at the same level hotels. Super clean, beautifully decorated, well managed rooms, common areas and the pool and spa as well. The carpet on level 15 could use little spruce up though. Wallet parking works very well and although it is a bit pricey ($55/night), it was ok, because I understand that I am in downtown San Diego.

Cons:

I read about the noisy trams in other reviews and I though I will be ok, because I actually like city noise and do not get bothered by it, trams included. What I did not know that this is not a regular tram noise. The trams in San Diego must use this very laud buzzer (a horn) to alert anyone who is sharing the street with them. This buzzer is so powerful, that it gets to your brain even if you are on 15th floor with windows and double curtains closed. I am a good sleeper and normal noise does not wake me up, but this buzzer (at night about every 30 min) would wake me up every single time. The trams seem not to run (or do not use the buzzer) between aprox. 1 am - 5 am, so this was my chance to get some sleep. I was pretty much awake out of this time frame. Now, I spent in Westgate 3 nights, so I wish they would give me a room on the other side, facing a pool, because I did not hear the buzzer by the pool area, where I spent good amount of time one day to catch up on my sleep. I understand that this is not the hotel's fault, on the other hand I do need good night sleep. Conclusion: if I ever stay here again I will definitely make sure my room is on the exact opposite side of the tram tracks, facing the pool side.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Marie • solo_traveller • us
10
Stay was great!!
Pros:

Friendly staff and location

Cons:

Maybe a bit older

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Nadir • solo_traveller • qa
9
The room was amazing but not as comfortable due to the nearby train station.
Pros:

The room was really spacious and has big closet and a separate changing room.

The location was excellent.

Cons:

The hotel is right next to the train track, so you keep hearing loud honks throughout the night hence the sleep is disrupted.

Even strange tapping and knocking noise are randomly heard through the walls. Despite being super tired, this kept disturbing my sleep.

The carpet in my room was badly stained.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Eduardo • solo_traveller • br
6
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Alexia • extended_group • mx
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Mikael • couple • us
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
10
Pros:

Really nice huge on site gym

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • us
6
Very nice hotel, but older.
Pros:

Comfortable bed!

Cons:

Older and not the most convenient location. You can also hear the tram throughout the day.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Guillermo • couple • us
7
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Juan Luis • family_with_children • us
10
The hotel staff were really nice and helpful
Pros:

Location and staff are very remarkable

Cons:

You must try the pool in the third floor

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Hayk • extended_group • am
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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ayoub • couple • il
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee