Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Hotels
9.4 (2106 reviews)
435 Sixth Avenue , San Diego , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Exceptional staff service
Great location
Beautiful hotel
Tasty food and beverages
Cons:
Bathrooms need refreshing
Potential noise from hallway guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Bathrooms need refreshing and old water pressure noted.
Service
9.96
Exceptional service reported from staff members like Thomas, Jaylin, and Jalen.
Location
10
Great location, walking distance to attractions.
Room Quality
8.45
Room size can be small with pull-out sofa.
Amenities
9.48
Hotel is beautiful with a rooftop pool and bar.
Value for Money
9.44
Overall experience of quality service and amenities justifies the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.49
Highly rated drinks and food, with great bartender recommendations.
Overall Experience
9.87
Overall a great experience noted in various reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 13:07

Property Description

Luxurious Suites with City Views
Indulge in select suites at Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, offering spa baths, separate living areas, and stunning city views. Each room is equipped with modern amenities like a 55-inch flat-screen TV and a multi-outlet charging station, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Rooftop Pool and Lounge
Unwind at the rooftop outdoor swimming pool and lounge, where you can soak up the California sun while enjoying panoramic views of the city. Whether it's a refreshing dip or a relaxing evening under the stars, this serene setting is perfect for leisure and relaxation.

Convenient Location near Major Attractions
Explore the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter with ease, as the hotel is located just minutes away from PETCO Park and the San Diego Convention Center. Immerse yourself in the city's culture and entertainment, all within walking distance from Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter.

Book your stay now at Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter for an unforgettable experience in the heart of San Diego!

Important information:

Please note:

- Valet parking is available for a per night fee and includes unlimited in and out privileges. Contact the property for more details.
- Hourly parking is also offered starting at USD 25 for the first hour and USD 10 an hour after that. Max cost is USD 70*. Valet parking fees are subject to change.”


The daily destination fee ($40) per room per night plus tax and includes:

- $15 daily breakfast credit at LandShark Bar & Grill or 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar
- Upgraded Wi-Fi throughout the hotel's guest rooms and public spaces
- Two complimentary water bottles
- Access to state-of-the-art fitness center
- Access to onsite live entertainment venues
- Access to rooftop pool and lounge
- Unlimited Local and Domestic Long-Distance Calls
- Printing and copying services (up to 50 pages)
- Public Bike Usage based on availability

The property considers 5 or more rooms per night a group, and reserves the right to cancel reservations that fit this criteria. Please contact the hotel directly if you are booking multiple rooms.

An incidental hold of $125 per night will be authorized on the card provided at check-in.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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 2106 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.96
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 9.48
Value for Money: 9.44
Food and Beverage: 9.49
Overall Experience: 9.87
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Ofer family_with_children il
9
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Stacey family_with_children ca
9
We enjoyed the hotel and would stay again
Pros:

You can see it’s been updated and the vibe of the hotel is fun. It has fun art everywhere and the rooms are vibrant also. Would stay again.

Cons:

We went with our family and I would say that the location is probably best suited for adults as there is a lot of noise and there was a fair amount of parties happening when we were there

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Liz couple us
10
No stress
Pros:

Convenient

Cons:

All was great

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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ian couple gb
9
Very nice place but overpriced and a small swimming pool
Pros:

Location was excellent with a short walk to the trams as well

Cons:

Staff on the concierge were rude and at best very abrupt
We had a late night flight home and they did not have a shower to clean ourselves after being on the pool, they did offer us a room for a fee so we had shower in the swimming pool pool

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Love the location centrally located to my attractions and easy access for transportation. Tons of food options for all meals within walking distance.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Pamela couple mx
9
Excellent hotel, keep the effort.
Pros:

Very clean and nice

Cons:

A little bit higher the price

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Mann solo_traveller us
8
Nice stay.
Pros:

Good vibe. Great, hot and tasty breakfast.

Cons:

$75 per night parking. Dinner and service in the restaurant was not good. The pool was small and the pool bar service wasn’t great. The whole pool area just seemed shabby.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Lydia couple us
10
Really fun atmosphere at the hotel and the staff was very nice!
Pros:

Really fun atmosphere at the hotel and the staff was very nice!

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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GUELMI family_with_children br
7
Muito bom mas não considere-se depender do atendimento para qualquer solicitação.
Pros:

Localização, qualidade do restaurante e decoração incrível.

Cons:

Quarto não tem frigobar, apenas um cooler. Ao solicitar frigobar (opção possível) não atenderam e tivemos que guardar e retirar medicação de criança na geladeira di front desk, funcionários sem paciência para atender e entender a necessidade da solicitação. Café da manhã com desconto, mas sobretaxam as demais cobranças, acaba saindo caro do mesmo jeito.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Sylvana family_with_children de
8
Guter Ausgangspunkt für einen Städtetrip
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels war wirklich super. Sehr viele Restaurants in der Nähe. Wir haben ein Skyline-Zimmer gebucht und ein Zimmer im 7. ( von 10 Etagen) Stock bekommen, wobei die Zimmer erst ab der 4. Etage beginnen. Aussicht war jetzt auch nicht die Beste. Zimmer waren schön eingerichtet. Betten waren bequem. Tee, Wasser und Kaffee gibt es kostenfrei aufm Zimmer. Der Poolbereich war auch sehr schön. Das Wasser war kühl. Tipp: Parkhäuser in der unmittelbaren Nachbarschaft sind günstiger.

Cons:

Die Rezeption war sehr schlecht besetzt. Sowohl beim Check-In und auch beim Check-out war nur eine Angestellte anwesend. Beim Check-out hat die Dame zusätzlich die ganze Zeit noch telefoniert und war nicht sonderlich nett und überfordert. Kontrolliert beim Check out sorgfältig die Endrechnung. Das Parken ist absolut überteuert. Nutzt die Parkhäuser in der Nähe. Das Frühstück im angrenzenden Restaurant war teuer und nicht so gut. Gegenüber gibt es ein Frühstückslokal mit günstigeren Preisen, allerdings haben wir es nicht getestet. Die Cocktails, von welchem das Hotel seinen Namen hat, waren nicht gut und sahen aus, wie billige Sirupcocktails. Die Reinigung im Bad war nicht perfekt. Einige dunkle Haare am Waschbecken und in der Badewanne.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Jordan couple us
7
Pros:

Great location to Padres stadium, nice clean room

Cons:

Right across the street from a very loud nightclub if you stay over the weekend. Kept us up all night with thumping music

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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CHELSEA extended_group ca
7
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Seid Muhie solo_traveller de
7
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Pete solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

location & vibe

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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LJM18 solo_traveller gb
8
Great location, especially for Petco Park!
Pros:

The location is excellent, especially if you have tickets to Petco Park!! The rooftop bar and pool is lovely, but read what we didn't like for a more well rounded review of this! The rooms are comfortable and spacious, we particularly loved the wireless phone charger and sound machine. The coffee maker was basic but the coffee in the Cafe downstairs was pretty good!
The staff were a but hit and miss, the concierge we had upon leaving was fabulous, we wish he'd been there when we arrived.
The bar staff were all great, they were friendly and helpful when it came to making choices.
The gym had everything we needed, always a plus for us. It's also great they have bikes you can take out, sadly they only have 3 and there weren't any available when we wanted to head out.
Can also highly recommend the Gaslamp Breakfast Company opposite Margaritaville.
Also loved the wristband key fob...no more misplaced key card!!

Cons:

We checked in at 4pm and headed for the rooftop pool and bar. The ratio was 11 children to 3 adults and most people didn't seem that interested in their children in a very small pool. Children under 14 were meant to be supervised, but we didn't see evidence of that. But this is to be expected in a large hotel with a small pool I guess. Note the photo I have of the pool was taken at 8am, the best time to go!!
Others have mentioned the noise from the pool being in the bedrooms, we could hear it but it didnt really impact our sleep, especially with the sleep/sound machine provided if needed, what we did find was that any noise from the hallways could be heard loud and clear.
The lifts were incredibly slow and with only one set of stairs on the other side of the building, they weren't really convenient.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Bailey family_with_children us
10
Amazing location, clean hotel with friendly staff
Pros:

The location downtown is amazing, close to everything you need and the convention center if you are in town for that. Rooms are very clean and cozy, sleep sound machine was nice and the pool was nice to relax in after a long day, would definitely recommend!

Cons:

Don't think there was a breakfast option besides the restaurants inside, a nice grab and go or buffet style option would be the cherry on top for this property.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Sydel family_with_children us
9
Enjoyed my stay, will stay again.
Cons:

The limited seating at the pool is an inconvenience, too many restrictions on use of cabana's, etc. All the tables had reserved signs on them. For the number of guest rooms, you need to provide easier access to the pool area. Pool also closed very early.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Jim couple us
8
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Antoinette couple us
5
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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James couple us
9
Pros:

Great location and pool deck

2026-08-03 via Nuitee