Pala Vacations from $739

Great place to stay in the San Diego area, located in a high-end neighborhood inside a golf club. The rooms, which appear to have been recently and tastefully renovated, are spacious, clean, and quiet. The welcome amenities (gummy bears and nuts) are a nice touch. We will definitely stay here again when we’re back in the area. The only minor downside for us was the lack of a full sit-down breakfast service, although there are plenty of places for breakfast just a short drive away.

A solid downtown base with a few caveats The Sofia does what it needs to do and does it well. The room was clean, the staff was genuinely friendly, and the location is hard to beat — right in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, walking distance from restaurants, and a city bus stop. That said, a couple of things worth knowing before you book: the carpets and hallways carry a musty smell that reminds you this is an older building. And my room had no operable window — sealed shut, no fresh air whatsoever. For some that won’t matter, but if you like to crack a window at night, this isn’t the place. Overall, good value for the location. Just go in with the right expectations and you’ll be happy.

The activities were funny and good, the staff were friendly

Clean rooms and good location for a reasonable price. Inexpensive pet fee.

I stayed 6 days at this hotel over Mother's Day. The staff was very accommodating. If I called down for something I needed, they would make sure I had it. Very attentive. My room was clean and housekeeping provided linens, extra blanket or microwave if requested through the front desk. My family and I ate a late lunch in the restaurant and it was delicious. We had a Turkey club, the fish tacos, and Caesar salad all were excellent! Only complaint is the coffee in the Coffee Shop. I’m a coffee snob but even if I wasn’t, it was the weakest coffee. I decided to give it a second chance the next day and ended up adding two shots, an extra regular and a decaf. Still watery! The pool area is very nice but you need to go about 11-noon for a spot. I enjoyed my stay while visiting family in the area. I would stay again.