The Sofia Hotel In The Historic Gaslamp District - Located at the earliest regional intersection of travel and commerce, the Sofia set her sights on restoring lustre to the former Pickwick Hotel, with a new standard that reaches far beyond its past life as a premier Southern California destination. Spa-like and serene, the Sofia Hotel now offers a dramatic urban retreat from the bustling streets below.

The old structure in the historic Gaslamp District that built in 1926 has now been transformed into a brand new boutique hotel called the Sofia Hotel. After $16 million dollars in renovations the Sofia Hotel is one of the most luxurious accommodations in San Diego. Located in the heart of downtown San Diego, the Sofia Hotel is situated just blocks away from the trendy Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego’s bustling Convention Center, Lindbergh Field airport, Port of San Diego cruise terminal, and a plethora of shopping, restaurants, nightlife and entertainment. The Sofia Hotel is a wonderful destination for those who want to be within close distance to area attractions and enjoy great amenities and the fine hospitality of the Sofia's staff.

The hotel’s 212 rooms and suites boast fine linens and furnishings; guest amenities include state-of-the-art exercise and yoga studios, a prime central location and a pet-friendly policy. The Sofia also offers business travelers all of the necessities needed during a business trip along with a décor which invokes a sense of harmony and balance intended to calm the stressed business traveler.

The Westgate Hotel - The Westgate Hotel is conveniently located in downtown San Diego across the street from the Horton Plaza and within walking distance of the Harbor, Seaport Village and The Gaslamp Quarter. Since opening in 1970, The Westgate has catered to celebrities and business executives looking for exceptional service in an atmosphere of incomparable elegance. With 223 individually appointed guestrooms, two restaurants, including the award-winning Le Fontainebleau and fourteen private banquet rooms, The Westgate can accommodate all business and meeting needs.

The Westgate was recently ranked No. 1 among four/five diamond hotels in the nation by Expedia Customers and Le Fontainebleau fine-dining restaurant is listed among the Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America by the Zagat Guide and voted Best Champagne Sunday Brunch by Ranch and Coast Magazine. Among the special culinary delights to be enjoyed are elegant dinners like the Castello Banfi Wine Dinner to be held in Mid-March in Le Fontainebleau. Another amazing compilation of culinary and vintner presentation at Le Fontainebleau. Discover excellent wines from Castello Banfi winery, a family-owned vineyard estate and winery in Tuscany, paired with fantastic creations by Executive Chef Fabrice Hardel. Castello Banfi’s dedication to excellence in the art of winemaking has been recognized all over the world.