Resort Description

Luxury hotel in financial district – this 23-story glass-and-steel tower is set in San Diego's financial district, at the gateway to the historic Gaslamp Quarter. A luxury hotel that blends old and modern styles into its Asian-inspired design, it's included on Conde Nast's "2008 It List." Ultra-opulent penthouses, a private screening room, recording studio, and SUV chauffer service gear it toward discerning travelers and a VIP clientele.

Luxury hotel in financial district – this 23-story glass-and-steel tower is set in San Diego's financial district, at the gateway to the historic Gaslamp Quarter. A luxury hotel that blends old and modern styles into its Asian-inspired design, it's included on Conde Nast's "2008 It List." Ultra-opulent penthouses, a private screening room, recording studio, and SUV chauffer service gear it toward discerning travelers and a VIP clientele.

Accommodations: Brazilian walnut floors and Zen-inspired furnishings add an exotic element to the urban backdrop of San Diego, viewed through floor-to-ceiling windows in the guest rooms. Beds are swathed in 400-thread-count linens with both down and hypoallergenic pillows on hand. Baths are finished in Jerusalem bone and have rainforest showerheads. Modern touches include exceptional sound systems with iPod/MP3 player plug-in, plasma-screen TVs with DVD players, and WiFi access. Phones, in-room safes, hairdryers, irons/ironing boards, bathrobes, and all the other basics are included. Luxe Suites open onto private balconies, living rooms, and kitchens. A pair of Deluxe Penthouses span 2 floors each, and the 5,000-square-foot Grand Penthouse spans 3 floors, and is arguably the most luxuriant on the west coast.

Dining & Entertainment: The hotel will have a signature restaurant for a stylish, gourmet dining experience that's perfectly complements a stay at the hotel. Soon-to-be announced, it will be the combined effort of a media name and world-class restaurateur. The lobby bar and lounge specialize in signature cocktails and an extensive menu of over 250 teas from around the world. The third-floor poolside lounge has a full bar a light menu. Room service, with its own innovative menu, runs 24 hours. Guests in the suites and penthouses have the option of reserving a chef to come and prepare a private meal in their kitchen. A European-style breakfast is served each morning, with a selection of gourmet cheeses and cold cuts, handmade granolas, pastries, fresh-squeezed juices, coffee, and tea.

Recreation: The 24-hour fitness center has floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook 5th Avenue. The infinity-edge pool is set on the third floor, and surrounded by chaise lounges and private cabanas. The Kids for Setai program keeps children engaged in fun, organized activities while leaving parents some free time of their own. Indulge with a Swedish massage that incorporates sound therapy, a mud cleansing ritual, and a session in a Moroccan steam bath at a spa that is open 365 days a year. The hotel's downtown location puts you close to the many activities and attractions of San Diego.

Facilities Description

184 Rooms~Concierge~Room Service~ Restaurant(s)~ Bar(s)~ Pool - Outdoor~Spa