Pendry San Diego

Had a fantastic experience at this hotel! To start, Kasey, the Reservations Manager, was extremely gracious in helping me fix a mistake I made with the reservation, I'm so grateful for her kindness and understanding! The hotel itself is beautiful. I stayed the weekend before Thanksgiving and the gorgeous tree already up in the lobby was a stunning visual when first walking in. The corner room I stayed in was very spacious, bed was comfortabe, shower was huge. (Tip: they don't have a mini fridge you can use for your own items, but will deliver one at no cost if you ask.) The pool area had a fun looking vibe with bar and lounging spots. When the weather is warm I bet it's a great spot. My bar experience at Fifth and Rose was also a standout. Nico, a fellow Northern Californian originally, in particular was fantastic (I hope I'm remembering his name correctly!) The matcha cocktail he made me was outstanding, I wish I could get that somewhere closer to home. A wonderful experience overall, I highly recommend this hotel!

We had an excellent stay at the Pendry over Thanksgiving. The service was wonderful, food from the restaurants was good, the atmosphere was festive, and loved sitting at the pool and hot tub.

Great hotel experience. Clean. Great value. very quiet. nice food options. Staff were very helpful. Superb location.

The Hotel location ( nice part of Gaslamp district) is great access to tons of restaurants, and nice short walk to the seaport area. The amenities and suite were outstanding. We work out when traveling so gyms are important, and the Pendry did not disappoint. Overall the staff was pleasant and helpful. The only miss was the cleanliness of our suite- poorly cleaned by housekeeping. We stayed for 5 nights/6 days in a large suite and aside from making the bed, the room was not well cleaned- henced the 3 stars

Review: We spent Thanksgiving at the Pendry in San Diego and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We decided to return to San Diego for the holiday to catch up with friends, enjoy the beautiful weather, and finally experience the Pendry—and what better time to truly test a hotel than over a busy holiday weekend? From the moment we arrived, the service stood out. Valet and bell staff greeted us immediately, helped with the luggage, and made check-in seamless. Parking is expensive, but that’s typical of downtown hotels, so it wasn’t unexpected. We had booked through American Express, which includes the possibility of an upgrade. Since it was a holiday weekend, none were available, but the hotel did offer a larger discounted room. We ultimately kept our original pool-view room, which was bright, comfortable, and surprisingly quiet despite facing the pool. Even at night and with a full hotel, we didn’t hear neighbors above or beside us. Before we even unpacked, the concierge, Cathy, recommended making breakfast reservations at Provisional. She helped us each day with all reservations and made sure we were seated at our preferred times, something we truly appreciated during a busy holiday weekend. Having traveled extensively and stayed in many hotels across different tiers, every now and then someone really stands out. For us, that person was Chef Dara. Our first encounter was at Thanksgiving dinner. The entire meal—from appetizers to dessert—was exceptional. After complimenting Jack, who was helping us that evening (and who was wonderful), he introduced us to Chef Dara. When we praised the meal, she let out a relieved breath, thinking we might have feedback, but we only had gratitude. Despite Provisional no longer offering regular dinner service, the team executed the holiday meal flawlessly. Our turkey was incredibly moist, the portions were perfect, and the presentation was beautiful. Dessert—pumpkin pie for one of us and pecan pie for the other—was equally impressive. We stayed a few more days, and every time we dined at Provisional, Chef Dara and the entire staff were consistently warm, attentive, and talented. From housekeeping to the front desk, valet, the restaurant team, and everyone we interacted with, we couldn’t have been happier. We’ve already talked about returning next year for Thanksgiving. Having lived in San Diego years ago and now returning as visitors, the Pendry truly stands out among the hotels we’ve stayed in—and having Provisional right on property is such a bonus. We cannot say enough wonderful things about the hotel, the restaurant, and the entire staff. We’re already excited for our next trip back to San Diego—and to the Pendry. ________________________________________ ⭐ What Travelers Should Know • Impressive 5-star-level service throughout the property • Holiday dining at Provisional exceeded expectations • Chef Dara and the restaurant staff elevate the overall experience • Rooms are quiet, well-appointed, and thoughtfully designed • Downtown parking is expensive but normal for the area