• San Diego, known as "America's Finest City"san diego skyline image by Janet Wall from Fotolia.com
  
  Known as "America's Finest City," San Diego, California offers far more than just sea and surf. The world's largest collection of rare and endangered plant and animal species is housed at the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Wild Animal Park and the Mary Birch Aquarium has one of the world's most extensive collections of marine plant and animal life. Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban park and features 15 museums. The ciy also has the Spanish Village (San Diego's only artist colony) and the Old Globe Theatre Performing Arts Complex. According to the San Diego Convention and Visitor's Bureau, visitors coming to San Diego can choose from over 450 hotels in all price ranges. While all-inclusive holidays such as those offered by Caribbean resorts are not the norm, most San Diego resorts offer special packages that will make your stay extra special.
  
  

The Ivy Andaz San Diego

• Located in the heart of downtown San Diego, the Andaz (formerly the Ivy) was built in 1914 and was completely renovated in 2007. Its 159 rooms offer every amenity and comfort. The Andaz's in-house restaurant, the Quarter Kitchen, offers upbeat American cuisine made with locally grown organic ingredients. Palate-pleasing vintages can be found at the Ivy Wine Bar with its selection of 88 exceptional vintages. If you're looking for something more exciting, try the four-level Ivy Nightclub. The rooftop pool and lounge offers more intimate surroundings. The Andaz San Diego is an exceptional destination for professionals or couples wanting a romantic get-away. This hotel is not recommended for families with children.
  
  The Ivy Andaz San Diego
  600 F Street
  San Diego, CA 92101
  (619) 849-1234
  sandiego.andaz.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp
  
  

The Omni Hotel San Diego

• The Omni Hotel San Diego shines over San Diego Bay.hotel at san diego marina image by Jose from Fotolia.com
  
  Connected to San Diego's PETCO Park---home of the San Diego Padres---and across from the San Diego Convention Center, the Omni Hotel San Diego is the elegant, family-friendly choice in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. This sleek 32-story hotel offers numerous options for families including its Omni Kids program. Enjoy the outdoor terrace and heated pool, then grab a bite at McCormick & Schmick´s Seafood Restaurant offering the freshest seafood as well as surf-and-turf combinations. The Omni Hotel San Diego is perfect for traveling professionals, couples looking for an intimate retreat, or families wanting to enjoy time together.
  
  The Omni Hotel San Diego
  75 L St.
  San Diego, CA 92101
  (619) 231-6664
  omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/SanDiego.aspx
  
  

Hotel del Coronado

• The graceful arch of teh Coronado Bay Bridge leads to the beautiful Hotel del Coronado.coronado bridge, san diego, california image by Shannon Workman from Fotolia.com
  
  From the Victorian era that gave birth to her endearing curves to Marilyn Monroe and Jack Lemmon playing on her beaches to the 21st century surf-kite boom, the Hotel del Coronado has been "the" San Diego destination resort. Offering bygone era luxury with modern elegance, the Del has something for everyone. Easy access to downtown San Diego makes it an excellent option for visiting professionals and its long-standing romantic tradition and unparalleled setting make it perfect for an intimate get-away. Family activities including surf lessons, beach camps, leisure equipment rentals, sailboat, speedboat, water ski, jet ski, paddleboat and kayak rentals make it an unbeatable family vacation destination.
  
  Hotel del Coronado
  1500 Orange Ave.
  Coronado, CA 92118
  (800) 468-3533
  hoteldel.com/
  
  

Loews Coronado Bay Resort

• San Diego Bay at its finest.san diego skyline from yacht club image by Janet Wall from Fotolia.com
  
  Situated on Coronado's Silver Strand, one of San Diego's most beautiful locations, the Loews Coronado Bay Resort offers bayside, family-friendly luxury resort vacations. Amenities include three lighted tennis courts, three outdoor pools including an adults-only pool, whirlpools, bike, rollerblade, waverunner, sailboat, motorboat, and paddle boat rentals, on-site surf camps and surf lessons, a complete fitness center and aerobic studio, the Sea Spa which offers 15 treatment areas and Gondola cruises through the Coronado canals. All 439 rooms offer bay, marina, pool, or garden views. The Loews Coronado Bay Resort is ideal for a romantic get-away or an active family vacation. It is not recommended for the visiting professional because of its location unless it is the business destination.
  
  Loews Coronado Bay Resort
  4000 Coronado Bay Road
  Coronado, CA, 92118
  (619) 424-4000
  loewshotels.com/en/Hotels/San-Diego-Resort/Overview.aspx