With exciting, playful packages available at hotels located throughout San Diego, from romantic Coronado and downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter to luxurious La Jolla and Del Mar, now is a perfect time to book a romantic weekend getaway.
SEXY CITY SLEEPS
The US GRANT, a Starwood Luxury Collection property located in downtown San Diego, is inviting couples to “Experience a Valentine’s Day of Luxury” package valid Feb. 13-15 with rates starting at $299, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two, welcome bottle of Moet Chandon Brut Imperial Champagne, two roses garnished with a fern and baby’s breath, daily breakfast for two (either from room service or at The Grant Grill) and special Valentine’s Day turndown with nightcap and Chocolate Bombe prepared by the hotel’s pastry chef. Book online at www.luxurycollection.com/usgrant or call 866-716-8136; use rate code LUXROMUS.
The Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, located at the foot of downtown San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, is offering a “Rock ‘n’ Romance” package valid Feb. 12-14 with rates starting at $232, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two, chilled champagne, “Whipped Cream Bikini” amenity, free in-room movie and priority access to the hotel’s nightspots, Float and 207. Book online at www.hardrockhotelsd.com or call 888-593-6177.
The Bristol Hotel, located in downtown San Diego, is offering a “Valentine’s” package valid Feb. 8-15 with rates of $214, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two, bottle of chilled premium sparkling wine, Godiva truffles, half-dozen long stemmed roses, full American breakfast for two and late check-out. Book online at www.greystonehotels.com or call 800-662-4477.
The Keating, located in downtown San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, is offering a “Love Potion” package valid Feb. 12-14 with rates starting at $320, plus tax. The package includes a bottle of Chilean sparkling wine at check-in, romantic three-course dinner for two at the MerK Bistro Italiano with complimentary “Love Cocktail,” “Love Turndown Service” featuring a luxurious bubble bath (in rooms with Jacuzzis only), chocolate-covered strawberries at turndown and late check-out. Book online at www.thekeating.com or call 877-7-KEATING.
Hotel Solamar, located in downtown San Diego adjacent to the Gaslamp Quarter, is offering a “Rub the One You’re With” package valid Feb. 1 – Mar. 31 with rates starting at $269, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two with a private, one-hour, in-room massage class taught by a professional certified massage therapist, take-home massage kit featuring Kerstin Florian organic lavender massage oil, lavender and lemon aromatherapy candle and aromatherapy bath salts, welcome bottle of champagne and complimentary parking. Book online at www.KimptonHotels.com or call 877-230-0300; use rate code PRLX.
The luxurious Se San Diego, located in downtown San Diego just steps from the Gaslamp Quarter, is offering two packages this Valentine’s Day weekend, both valid through 2010. The “Sèduce Us” package, priced from $579, plus tax, includes a one-night stay for two, welcome amenity of strawberries and chocolate mousse, $150 credit at Suite & Tender restaurant, $150 credit at Se Spa, breakfast in bed, late check-out and complimentary valet parking. The “Tender for Two” package, priced from $319, plus tax, includes a one-night stay for two, $200 credit at Suite & Tender restaurant or in the lobby lounge and complimentary valet parking. Book online at www.sesandiego.com or call 877-515-2211.
ROMANTIC COASTAL RETREATS
The Pearl Hotel, a mid-century modern gem located in Point Loma, is offering a “Valentine’s Day” package valid on Feb. 13 at a rate of $249, plus tax and gratuity, and on Feb. 14 at a rate of $199, plus tax and gratuity. The package includes a one-night stay for two, split of champagne, chocolate covered strawberries and romantic, poolside three-course dinner for two at The Restaurant at The Pearl. Book online at www.thepearlsd.com/specials/ or call 877-PEARLSD.
Tower23 Hotel, located above the sands of Pacific Beach, is offering two packages valid Feb. 12-15. The “Suite Heart” package, priced at $595, plus tax, includes a one-night stay for two in a sanctuary suite, bottle of Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Blanc, bath amenity, chocolate covered strawberries and complimentary parking. The “Down With Love” package targeting single girlfriends, priced at $305, plus tax, includes a one-night stay for two in a sky pad with two queen beds, two cocktails upon arrival, complimentary in-room movie, artisan chocolates and complimentary parking for two vehicles. Book online at www.tower23hotel.com or call 866-869-3723.
La Jolla Cove Suites, overlooking beautiful La Jolla Cove, is offering a “Valentine’s Day” package valid Feb. 8-15 at a rate of $214, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two in an oceanfront suite, complimentary wine and See’s chocolates upon arrival, complimentary continental breakfast for two and complimentary parking. Book online at www.lajollacove.com or call 888-LA-JOLLA.
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, located on Harbor Island along San Diego Bay, is offering an eco-friendly “Valentine’s Day Spa” package valid Feb. 12-15 with rates starting at $189, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two, three-course sustainable seafood dinner for two at Harbor’s Edge and $75 spa credit. Additional room nights can be added with rates starting at $99; stay two nights and the spa credit increases to $100. Book online at www.sheratonsandiegohotel.com or call 800-325-3535; use rate code SPAPACKV.
The Pacific Terrace Hotel, overlooking the sands of Pacific Beach, is offering a “Romance Getaway” valid through May 27, 2010 with rates starting at $240, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two in an ocean view suite with private balcony, bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival, fresh flowers and chocolate truffles in the room. Book online at www.pacificterrace.com or call 800-344-3370.
The Glorietta Bay Inn, located in charming Coronado, is offering a two-night “Romance” package valid through May 2010 with a rate of $625, tax included. The package includes a two-night stay in a historic mansion room, $50 gift certificate for dinner at Peohe’s or Chez Loma restaurants, daily continental breakfast, Coronado historical walking tour, chilled champagne upon arrival and complimentary parking. Book online at www.gloriettabayinn.com or call 800-283-9383.
TRANQUIL INLAND ESCAPES
Pala Mesa Resort, located in the hills of inland North San Diego County, is offering a “Valentine’s Day” package valid Feb. 13-14 with a rate of $249, plus tax and gratuity. The package includes a one-night stay for two, bottle of champagne or wine upon arrival, three-course dinner for two at Aquaterra restaurant with complimentary glass of wine or champagne, late check-out and complimentary parking. Book online at www.palamesa.com or call 1-800-722-4700.
The Mission Valley Resort, a quiet oasis nestled conveniently in Mission Valley, is offering a “Valentine’s Weekend Room to Relax” package valid Feb. 13-15 with a rate of $99, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two with complimentary breakfast at the Valley Kitchen restaurant, complimentary room upgrade (if available), late check-out and complimentary parking. Book online at www.missionvalleyresort.com or call 800-362-7871.
The Sheraton La Jolla Hotel, located in the University Town Center area of La Jolla, is offering a “Romance” package valid Fridays and Saturdays through Feb. 28 with a rate of $169, plus tax. The package includes a one-night stay for two, bottle of sparkling wine, chocolates or fruit and breakfast for two. Book online at www.sheratonlajolla.com or call 866-716-8130.