SAN DIEGO | HOTELS

Capsule review of San Diego's US Grant Hotel

By Valli Herman
08:57 AM PDT, March 14, 2007

Stats: 326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101; (866) 837-4270 or (619) 232-3121, www.luxurycollection.com/usgrant .

Rating: Four stars*

New and noteworthy: A $52-million renovation has returned it to its former glory.

The stay: Big-spender history buffs and urban adventurers can retreat into rooms rich in crystal, silk, comfort — and complimentary snacks.

The scene: Elegant lodging option lures sophisticates to downtown.

The service: Top-rate, although slightly rehearsed.

Deal maker: Smart, beautiful and historic renovation.

Deal breaker: Downtown neighborhood still changing; not great for children.

Rooms: $479 to $3,500 for a presidential suite.


*Rating is based on the room, service and ambience and overall experience with price taken into account in relation to quality.

Five stars: Outstanding on every level

Four stars: Excellent

Three stars: Very good

Two stars: Good

One star: Satisfactory

No star: Poor

Where am I?

The French built this place before the Americans took it over. There are a couple of big lakes next door.


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