901 Camino Del Rio S, San Diego, California, United States | (888) 710-7049
Centrally located in Mission Valley, 15 minutes from
downtown attractions
Hotel received a $12 million renovation in 2015
Fresh and clean rooms with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and
flat-screen TVs
Heated outdoor pool and whirlpool with a sundeck and loungers
Full-service restaurant, lounge, and 24-hour pantry
Fitness center with a range of Precor cardio and strength-training
equipment
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Concierge services and valet parking
Meeting space for up to 750 people
Coin-operated laundry facilities
Pets allowed with a surcharge (con for some)
Some traffic noise can be heard in freeway-facing rooms
Breakfast costs extra
Expensive parking for a hotel outside downtown
In a busy, high-traffic area adjacent to a freeway
No area shuttle service
The upper-middle-range Hilton San Diego Mission Valley is a fresh
and modern business hotel that was renovated in 2015. It’s in a high-traffic
area adjacent to the Mission Valley Freeway, but only 15 minutes from downtown and
the airport. It offers meeting space for up to 750 people, as well as a nice
fitness center and heated outdoor pool. The 350 rooms aren’t large, but they’re
clean and nicely decorated, and come with mini-fridges and coffeemakers. Downsides include expensive parking and freeway noise. Another option could be the upper-middle-range Crowne Plaza Hotel San Diego-Mission Valley, which offers a free shuttle service and hotel quiet zones that appeal to
business travelers.
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Scene
Quiet, business-oriented chain hotel with an airy, two-story lobby
This quiet, business-oriented chain hotel is fresh and modern thanks to a multimillion-dollar renovation in 2015. The airy lobby features beige tile on the
floor and two-story columns. A large, distinctive chandelier at the entrance has
clusters of steel rods that make it look like a giant wind chime. A two-story
wall composed of individual wood slats abuts the contemporary staircase with
clear glass sides and stainless steel rails. And a trio of large decorative steel
balls rest on a wood platform under the stairs adjacent to a cluster of
matching wood framed, gray upholstered sofas. Two white and gray marble
reception desks make an upscale statement and the silvery gray patterned wall
behind them enhances the pleasing visual. The classy lobby restaurant and lounge
continues the rich wood and earth-toned decor. It features a long, black marble
bar and high-back leather booths that have their own flat-screen TVs recessed into the walls. Guests are usually business travelers, but families and couples stay here too.
Location
Relatively centrally located in Mission Valley, adjacent to a busy freeway
The Hilton is relatively centrally located in San Diego in Mission
Valley, adjacent to the Mission Valley Freeway (Interstate 8). A few restaurants can be reached in walks of
two to four minutes, but it’s mostly a car-centric location that’s only a two-minute drive off the freeway. A Trader Joe’s and several restaurants are just across the freeway, about a four-minute drive. Driving
times to major attractions are reasonable. Balboa Park and Old Town can be
reached in about eight minutes, and Mission Beach, SeaWorld, and the University
of San Diego are about 11 minutes away. Driving to the Gaslamp Quarter, Petco
Park, San Diego Convention Center, and other downtown attractions takes
approximately 15 minutes, as does San Diego International Airport.
Rooms
Fresh and clean with upscale decor
Decor in the Hilton San Diego Mission Valley runs a bit dark, but it's handsome and modern. Light gray and dark brown are the dominant colors, with light gray walls,
drapes, upholstered sofas (or armchairs), and bed skirts. Carpets are light gray crosshatched with dark brown lines, and the walnut-hued furniture
includes headboards, nightstands, dressers, side tables, and armoires. Acrylic desks are bright white, as is the bedding that features non-allergen
down comforters, duvets, and comfortable Serta Suite Dream mattresses. King and Double-Queen are the standard room options, with the
same bed options available in the Executive Rooms on floors 12 through 14. These include
access to the Executive Lounge that offers business services and free hot
breakfast, afternoon snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. Executive and
Superior Rooms (on higher floors) come with robes and lighted magnifying mirrors as
well. Mountain View Suites have separate living and dining room areas with
kitchenettes, dining room tables for four, sleeper sofas, and additional TVs in
the living rooms. Bathrooms feature light gray tile on the floors and around the walk-in showers with clear glass doors. They have spacious granite vanities
and Peter Thomas Roth toiletries. Standard room
amenities include 37-inch flat-screen TVs, ergonomic office
chairs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. Rooms facing the adjacent
freeway can hear traffic noise, but most guests find it manageable.
Features
Full-service restaurant/lounge, outdoor heated pool, and meeting space
Features at this chain hotel are full-service and mostly cater to the business crowd. It has meeting space
for up to 750 people, including a 5,042-square-foot ballroom. Free Wi-Fi is
accessible throughout the property. Free printing is provided in the business
center that also includes two computer stations with Internet access. The
restaurant and lounge serves breakfast (not included in room rates), lunch, and
dinner and offers happy hour specials. The pantry is open 24/7. It features alcoholic and other beverages, snacks, and sundries; it includes an ATM, and there's a gift shop for souvenirs. Guests in Executive Rooms have access to the Executive Lounge that offers business services and free hot breakfast, afternoon snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. The outdoor heated pool is a bit small and is surrounded by sophisticated loungers and
tables with umbrellas. A whirlpool is available in the pool deck area. The fitness
center is well equipped, with several Precor cardio and weight-training machines and
free weights. Coin-operated laundry facilities and valet dry cleaning/laundry services
are available, as are concierge services and free weekday newspapers. Valet and
self-parking are offered, but both are rather expensive for a hotel outside
downtown. Pets are welcome for a surcharge.
