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Pacific Beach, a coastal San Diego neighborhood, is an unlikely place for a hideaway crafted from translucent glass with lines that are contemporary and clean. But that is what you will find at Tower23 Hotel, a chic retreat surrounded by serious surfers and sun-worshippers. Sporting a cool and unconventional façade, its name is derived from lifeguard tower 23, which is positioned near the hotel and serves as a beacon for beach goers. Select from an assortment of room and suite types - Spirit Pad, Sky Pad, Surf Pad, Sanctuary Suite and Sweet Suite - that bask in modernistic features with sleek furnishings and minimalist appointments, coupled with private balconies or patios. The amenities are also a bit out-of-the-box, with chromatherapy baths, step-in rain showers, mini-bars personalized to your liking, and Xbox entertainment centers.
Tower23 Hotel
4551 Ocean Blvd.
San Diego, California
92109
Nearest Airport: SAN
There was a mix up where the site let us book a room that actually wasn’t available and Michelle at the front desk made it right and went above and beyond expectations . Coming from Las Vegas a city all about hospitality I was very impressed with her service
Mike M
The hotel is so clean and very comfortable. I had the best experience there and the view is incredible. The bed is comfortable clean sheets. Good vibes vey friendly staff. I highly recommend this place. I was happy with the stay. Will be back.
Sarah M
I was looking for a clean hotel with great amenities and a nice, peaceful atmosphere. And that's what I got at Tower23. Not only were the beach and hotel amenities everything I needed but my room was amazing. I stayed in the sanctuary suite. The tub was the best experience. My only thing was the plumbing needs to be updated a bit. The bed was so comfortable. The balcony view was so peaceful. The staff was so friendly, attentive, and helpful. I highly recommend Tower23.
Keila H
Lovely modern hotel at excellent location right on the beach. Nice rooms, good bathrooms. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very good base to explore La Jolla, beaches and San Diego. Nice sunsets! Restaurant offered good dinner, however a bit noisy.
hunzi76 - Zurich, Switzerland
I had a terrific stay - I loved my ocean view room and the impeccable service and touches, e.g. beach supplies and minibar. It was surprisingly quiet given it is right on the beach and the bustling Pacific Beach boardwalk. I asked the front desk where I could get a cup of coffee and they brought a cup to where I sat in the lobby. Totally unexpected service! I will come back and recommend to anyone.
Karen O
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Excellent hotel and service... will not consider another hotel in San Diego. Staff is professional and top shelf.
-E. Hastings
Outstanding location facing the ocean in an old beach suburb of San Diego. Beautiful setting and clean contemporary design to establish a new standard for the city. Impeccable rooms atop a fine restaurant and service is hip, attentive and aware. I lose myself every time I stay. A highlight of my travels.
-G. Gustafson
Excellent customer service from start to finish... I will return soon!
-A. Herro