Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

San Diego, USA

King Studio
Maryjane's Circle Bar
207 Lounge Bar
Spa
King Studio
Maryjane's Circle Bar
207 Lounge Bar
Spa

The hotel

If you’ve ever wanted to know where the stars end up once they’ve finished performing then prepare yourself for all the splendid glitz and glamour of the Hard Rock Hotel, San Diego. Your suite or room will feature daring colours, designer furnishings and integrated media facilities that really let you know that you’re living the dream. Nightclubs, bars and restaurants, such as the highly acclaimed Nobu Matsuhisa Japanese restaurant, cater for every taste and the entertainment venues showcase live events that will keep you up all night long. Once you’ve finished partying you can relax with a spa, massage or just a dip in the pool and then you’ll be refreshed and ready to hit the town again!

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Room Service
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Located deep in the heart of the San Diego nightlife scene in the renowned Gaslamp Quarter.

Hotel information

420 rooms and suites. All with 47" flat-screen TV, satellite TV, WiFi*, video games, iPod/MP3 doc, wall mounted rain showers in bathrooms, complimentary Fender (on request). Studio Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

NOBU Restaurant (Japanese cuisine), Float (rooftop bar and lounge), 207 Bar (live music and local brews), Maryjane's (family friendly retro diner). Rooftop pool, fitness centre, spa*. Complimentary bike rentals. Room service*. Valet parking available at $49 per night (payable locally, subject to change).

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Management on point!

Jun 29, 2020 Explore1111111 Phoenix, Arizona

I never write reviews - and needed to jump on here to say OLIVIA at the Hard Rock Downtown SD is incredible. Such a joy, so professional, and INSANELY accommodating. I have worked in customer service/hospitality for 12 years and rarely see a shining star like this gal. She truly helped turn our work stay into a wonderful experience. May I also… Read more
I never write reviews - and needed to jump on here to say OLIVIA at the Hard Rock Downtown SD is incredible. Such a joy, so professional, and INSANELY accommodating. I have worked in customer service/hospitality for 12 years and rarely see a shining star like this gal. She truly helped turn our work stay into a wonderful experience. May I also point out that Courtney was outstanding. Also kind and accommodating. These gals were so great, I'm planning to go back in two weeks! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating They promised a $50 F&B credit when checking in then refused to give it at check out

Jun 15, 2020 BobFraples Dublin

When I booked the hotel, the website offered a $50 food and beverage credit. This was confirmed when checking in and I was told that could be used at any of the hotels bars or restaurants. Due to Covid, the only places open were MaryJanes diner (which only served to-go food) and the Float Bar - so we spent the afternoon at the float bar on the… Read more
When I booked the hotel, the website offered a $50 food and beverage credit. This was confirmed when checking in and I was told that could be used at any of the hotels bars or restaurants. Due to Covid, the only places open were MaryJanes diner (which only served to-go food) and the Float Bar - so we spent the afternoon at the float bar on the patio. Its a lovely setting, there were a lot of people and live music. We had a couple of drinks and then explored San Diego and had dinner at a local restaurant. We were celebrating our anniversary and I didn't want my dinner in a styrofoam container. When checking out the following morning, we were told that the $50 credit didn't apply at the Float Bar and that we could only use it at Mary Janes. We argued saying that we were promised it but the staff was insistent and then got a bit rude with us. It's not the $50 - it's the principal of it. Why offer it and then take it back. I just think that was incredibly rude and it turned me off the hotel. I will not be back. There are plenty of hotels that treat their customers better. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Awesome Staff

Mar 22, 2020 strongbrandinteriors San Diego, California

The staff here is so professional and friendly. The rooms are beautiful and clean. It’s exceptional! I was in the middle of a move and I needed a landing spot before I could move into an apartment. The front desk staff moved all of my things upstairs for me and got me completely set up for a nice stay!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location and excellent service during difficult time with the coronavirus pandemic

Mar 16, 2020 subdoc327 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I would like to send a shout-out to the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. When times are difficult such as the current with the pandemic and now national emergency related to the coronavirus, the staff, General Manager, and Tyler in particular made our stay at the Hard Rock extremely enjoyable. The staff remains upbeat during this difficult time… Read more
I would like to send a shout-out to the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. When times are difficult such as the current with the pandemic and now national emergency related to the coronavirus, the staff, General Manager, and Tyler in particular made our stay at the Hard Rock extremely enjoyable. The staff remains upbeat during this difficult time and provided much valuable information and referrals for dinner, museums, and other attractions. I would not hesitate to stay at the Hard Rock Hotel in the Gaslamp district again! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Worst hotel to be in San Diego

Mar 13, 2020 P9817TPstefanoc Austin, Texas

If you ever go to beautiful San Diego for business or pleasure do not go to the Hard Rock Hotel in front of the Conference Center. The hotel lost the glamour of the brand, has young, ineffective, inexperienced and unprofessional crew. The hotel was almost empty still my team and I had long check-in and endless check-out. Due to extremely low… Read more
If you ever go to beautiful San Diego for business or pleasure do not go to the Hard Rock Hotel in front of the Conference Center. The hotel lost the glamour of the brand, has young, ineffective, inexperienced and unprofessional crew. The hotel was almost empty still my team and I had long check-in and endless check-out. Due to extremely low occupancy the other hotels nearby offered discounts at the check-in despite the reservation with a higher fare. Hard Rock check-in people could not manage that. Other hotels offered better service and, mainly, a more effective customer service. The hotel charges for internet, water bottle, “resort fee” even if it doesn’t have the basic (a robe in the room or an umbrella to loan). Read less