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Commanding the heart of vibrant and dynamic downtown THE US GRANT, San Diego retains the region's legendary reign of superior luxury and warm hospitality. Built circa 1910, an unprecedented $56 million dollar renovation completed in 2006 has captured the historic ambiance of this landmark property to create a world-class urban sanctuary. The hotel's history and ownership's legacy will weave together with its acclaimed architecture and artistic design to create a timeless masterpiece.270 elegant and tranquil guest rooms include 47 opulent suites, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the largest selection of premium hotel accommodations in the city. From two-level Presidential suites with formal dining rooms to sassy Signature suites featuring six-head rain showers, and fully stocked Event Planner suites, THE US GRANT, San Diego accommodation variety is unsurpassed.Tantalize the palate with signature California Native Regional Cuisine in the legendary Grant Grill & Lounge. Newly designed and infused with energy, this iconic downtown institution represents the best in San Diego contemporary dining in a setting of sophistication and relaxation. Enjoy premium libations in the privacy of the Grant Lounge or mingle in the hotel's Grand Lobby Lounge where celebrities and dignitaries have mingled for almost a century. For intimate dining, 24-hour room service offers serenity, romance, and culinary satisfaction.33,000 square feet of fashionable and architecturally distinct event space provide the ultimate in singularly significant conference and catering accommodations for 10 to 1,000 guests. From the grand 9,300-square foot Presidential Ballroom to the enchanting 5,600-square foot Celestial Ballroom, our hotel offers 22 technologically advanced room options to stage events in space where nine decades of history have been made.Moments from San Diego's International Lindberg Field Airport, our hotel sits at the foot of the Gaslamp Quarter, adjacent to Horton Plaza, and only blocks from the San Diego Convention Center and sparkling bay. San Diego is the nation's premier leisure playground with over 90 golf courses, miles of pristine beaches, world-class parks, museums, a zoo, and year round perfect weather.Experience the superior services and accommodations of a true landmark in luxury at THE US GRANT, San Diego, where San Diego's gracious hospitality originated.
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Commanding the heart of vibrant and dynamic downtown San Diego, THE US GRANT retains the region's legendary reign of superior luxury and warm hospitality. Built circa 1910, an unprecedented $52 million dollar renovation is helping to restore the historic ambiance of our world-class luxury hotel. The hotel's history and ownership's legacy will weave together with its acclaimed architecture and artistic design to create a timeless masterpiece
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Commanding the heart of vibrant and dynamic downtown THE US GRANT, San Diego retains the region's legendary reign of superior luxury and warm hospitality. Built circa 1910, an unprecedented $52 million dollar renovation is helping to restore the historic ambiance of our world-class luxury hotel. The hotel's history and ownership's legacy will weave together with its acclaimed architecture and artistic design to create a timeless masterpiece. 270 elegant and tranquil guest rooms will include 47 suites, giving our hotel the largest selection of premium hotel accommodations in the city. From bi-level Presidential suites with formal dining rooms to sassy Signature suites featuring six-head rain showers, and fully stocked Event Planner suites, THE US GRANT, San Diego accommodation variety is unsurpassed. Tantalize the palate with signature California Native Regional Cuisine in the landmark restaurant Grant Grill. Newly designed and infused with energy,this iconic downtown institution represents the best in San Diego contemporary dining in a setting of sophistication and relaxation. Enjoy premium libations in the privacy of the Grant Lounge or mingle in the hotel's Grand Lobby Lounge where decades of history have unfolded. For intimate dining, 24-hour room service offers serenity, romance, and culinary satisfaction. 33,000 square feet of fashionable and architecturally distinct event space provide the ultimate in singularly significant conference and catering accommodations for 10 to 1,000 guests. From the grand 9,300-square foot Presidential Ballroom to the enchanting 5,600-square foot Celestial Ballroom, our hotel offers 22 technologically advanced room options to stage events in space where nine decades of history have been made. Moments from San Diego's International Lindberg Field Airport, our hotel sits at the foot of the Gaslamp Quarter, adjacent to Horton Plaza, and only blocks from the San Diego Convention Center and sparkling bay. San Diego is the nation's premier leisure playground with over 90 golf courses, miles of pristine beaches, world-class parks, museums, a zoo, and year round perfect weather. Experience the superior services and accommodations of a true landmark in luxury at THE US GRANT, San Diego, where San Diego's gracious hospitality originated. Special Condition Updated Transient Occupancy Tax We want to make you aware of a new assessment that will become effective January 1, 2008. Last month the San Diego Hotel and Motel Association members voted to approve a marketing assessment of 2% at all hotels in the city of San Diego with more than 70 guest rooms. The D Tourism Marketing District) fee will be posted on all guest room folios as additional assessment over and above the Transient Occupancy Tax (currently 10.565%). Please contact the hotel for further information.
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Location. THE US GRANT hotel stands amid the vibrant atmosphere of downtown San Diego, Calif. This property faces the Horton Plaza retail and entertainment complex and is located two blocks from the Gaslamp Quarter. Hotel Features. Constructed in 1910, this luxury hotel completed a $56 million renovation in 2006. The lobby features gray-veined white Italian Carrara marble floors, Deniece Duscheone hand-milled carpets, hand-carved ceilings and polished mahogany woodwork. Columns are gilded with 24-karat white gold. Specially commissioned American Indian artwork is exhibited throughout the hotel. The Grant Grill serves California Native Regional cuisine, and houses a full bar. The restaurant hosts live piano or jazz entertainment on scheduled days. A total of 30,000 square feet of architecturally distinct function space accommodates events. The Spa Velia Experience at THE US GRANT offers in-room massage services via personal Spa Sensiere who assist in the selection of one of Spa Velias' three custom-blended aromatherapy oils. A 24-hour, complimentary fitness center contains cardiovascular equipment. Guestrooms. THE US GRANT offers 270 richly detailed guestrooms with original American Indian artworks, crown molding and custom-crafted furnishings. Entryways feature African walnut wood floors. Light filters through silk sheer window treatments, while blackout draperies are woven of cashmere and wool. Beds are dressed with pillowtop mattresses, white-on-white bedding, 300-thread count Frette Italian linens and commissioned one-of-a-kind French headboards. Bathrooms are clad in marble and most feature glass-enclosed showers only. All bathrooms include granite vanities, white-stone basins, and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries. Rooms include high-speed Internet access for a fee, and 32-inch flat-panel televisions. Expert Tip. Originally built by Ulysses S. Grant, Jr. as a tribute to his father, the hotel is now owned by the Sycuan tribe. The hotel predominately reflects deep hues of blue and brown that represent the sacred elements of Sky and Earth.
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Excellent location at Horton Plaza &
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Posted Jan 10, 2005
Excellent
Excellent location at Horton Plaza & Gas lamp district.Needs renovation but still very clean. This was a grand old hotel in an excellent area next to Horton Plaza and the Gas lamp district and only a short walk to the bay. While the hotel was very...
Location.Cleanliness and heavy parking
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Posted Jan 09, 2005
Mediocre
Location.Cleanliness and heavy parking charges. Hotel lobby is good but as soon as you enter the room it seems you are staying in Motel 6 (Bed, Cleanliness, Marks all over the place).
central location, close to everythingnot classic, just old. I was expecting a classic, classy hotel. instead we got a pretty rundown room with dirty windows and police sirens going off in the middle of the night.the room service was overpriced and...
location, location, locationbeds were
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Posted Jan 06, 2005
Okay
location, location, locationbeds were old and too soft. Location was great across the street to a beautiful mall however the staff, valet, was not too friendly.
This is a beautiful historical hotel in
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Posted Jan 06, 2005
Good
This is a beautiful historical hotel in a great location.Two of the three front desk staff were curt, just short of being rude. Nice hotel, great location. Rooms were fine with very comfortable beds. Staff could be a little friendlier but otherwise...
It was very close to the event that I
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Posted Jan 05, 2005
Excellent
It was very close to the event that I was attendingThe parking was $22/day which I was unaware of!!! Very nice Hotel good facilities and centrally located to all attractions. However parking is not included, even at a discount and at $22/day makes...
Convenient location and very reasonable
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Posted Jan 04, 2005
Excellent
Convenient location and very reasonable for the price we paidThe hotel website did not indicate the 22.00 per day parking. Also parking stalls are very tight. You pretty much need to do valet parking. Not bad for a 3 star. The price we paid was very ...
What a great historic hotel. The rooms
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Posted Jan 04, 2005
Excellent
What a great historic hotel. The rooms were clean, comfortable and very spacious. Very convienent location.The concierge's were not helpful nor friendly. I found the Valets and housekeeping staff much more helpful, knowlegable and friendly. I was...