San Diego is one of the top five destinations in the country for vacationers. Tourists visiting America's Finest City will find a host of activities to enjoy, especially for families. Several hotels in the Loma Portal neighborhood of San Diego on Rosecrans street are just a short drive away from nearby family-friendly attractions like Sea World and the San Diego Zoo.
The Pearl Hotel is a completely renovated 1960s vintage motel that looks like it belongs in a Mad Men episode. The Pearl is a grown-up haven, with a shag carpeted bar serving signature cocktails and gourmet nibbles. There are kid-friendly features too, like a salt-water filled swimming pool and a pet fish in each room. The Restaurant at The Pearl specializes in California Coastal cuisine. The Pearl is within walking distance of the San Diego Harbor for those who like boat-watching before dinner. Budget Travel recently named The Pearl as one of the world's 150 best boutique hotels under $150.
The Ramada San Diego Airport Hotel isn't just close to the airport, but also less than a ten minute drive to the San Diego Zoo. The world-famous 100-acre zoo features a wide range of animals, from pandas and polar bears to elephants and lions. There's also a children's zoo for little ones. The Ramada is also near Old Town San Diego, which offers visitors a taste of Mexican cuisine and crafts. When it's time to go home, the Ramada offers its guests free shuttle service to the airport.
Families planning a visit to Sea World might want to check out the Howard Johnson San Diego. The hotel is less than three miles from Sea World at San Diego's Mission Bay, and offers guests shuttle service to the amusement park. Before heading out to Sea World or any other of San Diego's sights, Howard Johnson guests can feast on a free hot breakfast buffet, which includes a make-your-own Belgian waffle bar.
The Loma Lodge is a 43-room Spanish style hotel in San Diego's Loma Portal neighborhood. The Loma Lodge is a seven mile drive from one of San Diego's most breathtaking spots, Cabrillo National Monument. The Monument is a 160-acre park on a sliver of land sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and San Diego harbor. On clear days, visitors can see south to Mexico, all the way north to the San Bernardino mountains near Los Angeles.
