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refreshingly colorful beach-cottage d cor Fire pits allow for that perfect Kumbaya kind of evening See map p 492 1404 W Vacation Rd % 800-344-2626 or 858-274-4630 Fax: 858581-5977 wwwparadisepointcom To get there: I-8 west to Mission Bay Drive exit; take Ingraham Street north to Vacation Road Self-parking: $20 Rack rates: $159 $495 double, $209 $5,000 suite depending on season and availability AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

This all-suite hotel on a busy street has an apartment-like ambience and unexpected amenities such as huge closets, medicine cabinets, and fully equipped kitchens in all rooms; executive suites even have dishwashers Other terrific touches include a basket of welcome snacks, a courtesy van to shopping and attractions, a newly renovated pool and spa, and an afternoon wine reception Several blocks of chic Hillcrest lie within easy walking distance See map p 490 606 Washington St (at Fifth Avenue) % 800-962-9665 or 619-6925200 Fax: 619-692-5299 wwwsommersetsuitescom To get there: I-5 to Washington Street exit Free parking Rack rates: $129 $199 double AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

This place is downright cool, and yet, surprisingly friendly Although the word hip is overused and sounds rather dated, its nuance perfectly coincides with these nifty digs White down comforters and inviting robes mark the breezy blue rooms that are filled with a ton of creature comforts, not to mention fancy-label amenities The second-floor Beach bar is named not for the ocean s proximity, but for the sand dunes in which your toes mingle, and the lobby s Living Room, featuring upscale beverages and house music, has the trendsetters (in San Diego, who d a thunk it ) flocking on weekend nights Rice, the hotel s signature restaurant, serves up an eclectic mix of global contemporary cuisine and features a bourbon brown sugar cured salmon appetizer Yum! See map p 488 421 West B St % 877-946-8357 or 619-231-8220 Fax: 619-231-5779 wwwwhotelscom Valet parking: $26 Rack rates: $449 double AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

A venerable history accompanies this grand hotel (San Diego s only Leading Hotel of the World member) in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, because dignitaries, celebrities, and the briefly famous have stayed here throughout the decades (from princesses to presidents to pop stars) It s elegant and frilly, gracious and dignified, all marble and chandeliers and

Many a traveler ventures to San Diego with one destination in mind: the Convention Center Situated between the Embarcadero and the train tracks, the center is merely steps from great lodging and a few extra feet beyond that from the Gaslamp Quarter Super-light sleepers take note: Though the disruptions are few and far between, every now and again sleeping quarters this close to the Convention Center are also privy to the rumbles and the whistles of passing trains

antiques Rooms are generously sized, with down comforters and robes, and decorated in a mock-Regency style that is veering towards rococo, and fast It has a small, nice gym, an even smaller business center, and a restaurant that serves rich food at prices to match The staff could not be better mannered or better trained Rack rates are a bit high, but hidden discounts are there for the asking, so do See map p 488 1055 Second Ave % 619-238-1818 Fax: 619-557-3737 www westgatehotelcom Valet parking: $22 Rack rates: $345 and up for double AE, DC, MC, V

So far, San Diego doesn t compete with New York or San Francisco on the culinary playing field, but its growing sophistication has sparked a new spirit of experimentation and style There are many little cafes in the Gaslamp and especially in the Hillcrest districts, and you may well consider taking a chance on any one of them