Transport yourself back in time and stay at the elegant Westgate Hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter. Brimming with decadent furniture, the rooms here are some of the largest in the city, and designed to meet the high standards of European hospitality - so you'll certainly feel at home! If you're visiting between Thursday and Sunday, afternoon high tea in the Grand Lobby is a must. And on these evenings there's a host of live music to be enjoyed in the evenings too, be it out on the Veranda on balmy evenings, or in the Plaza Bar (where you can enjoy it with some delicious light bites and cocktails). The hotel is close to the famous Balboa Park, you can even see it from some of the rooms, and the area has plenty of restaurants, bars and boutiques. Back at the hotel, leave time to enjoy a bit of relaxation at the rooftop pool or in the sauna - the AquaVie fitness and wellness centre spans 4 levels offering a range of classes and treatments to have you feeling rejuvenated.
Amenities
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Close to City Centre
Where is it
Set in the Gaslamp Quarter adjacent to Horton Plaza, and a 3-minute walk from the San Diego Civic Theatre. The hotel is 3 blocks from the 5th Avenue Light Rail Station.
Hotel information
223 rooms and suites, all with floor-to-ceiling windows, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, 49-inch LED TV, safe, hairdryer, handheld steamer, coffee maker, bathrobes, and bathroom amenities.
Deluxe Rooms offer views of downtown San Diego, and have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Premier Rooms are located on floors 11-18, offering uninterrupted panoramic views of downtown San Diego and the historic Balboa Park, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Westgate Room (traditional French cuisine, open for all day dining). Grand Lobby (serving afternoon tea Thurs - Sun). The Veranda (open air dining, serving locally sourced seafood). Plaza Bar (serving drinks and light bites). Poolside dining available. Room service*.
Rooftop swimming pool and hot tub. AquaVie Fitness + Wellness Club with fitness centre, fitness classes, outdoor running track, spa*, sauna and steam rooms.
Complimentary WiFi access. Concierge. Laundry service*. Valet parking $50 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).
Resort fee has been waived for Virgin Atlantic Holidays' guests, saving over $30 per night.
*Denotes local charge
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Lovely stay at the Westgate
Jan 21, 2025David B
My wife and I stayed here a few days celebrating our anniversary. The Westgate is our go-to SD hotel. Great location with easy access to downtown. Excellent, friendly service, good prices, clean, comfortable, quiet rooms. You won't go wrong staying at the Westgate.
Sunny San Diego Vacation
Jan 15, 2025DanNewEnglandBoston, Massachusetts
Every time we travel to San Diego, California, we choose to stay at The Westgate Hotel because of the beautiful French architecture and ambiance. Everything is so magical from the moment we stepped in to the hotel lobby, the restaurant, the rooms. The food is delicious. The beds are super comfortable and the pillows are the fluffiest I have ever… Read more
Every time we travel to San Diego, California, we choose to stay at The Westgate Hotel because of the beautiful French architecture and ambiance. Everything is so magical from the moment we stepped in to the hotel lobby, the restaurant, the rooms. The food is delicious. The beds are super comfortable and the pillows are the fluffiest I have ever felt, in addition, the rooms are very clean. I highly recommend the Afternoon Tea at the Westgate Hotel in the magical lobby listening to the artist playing the harp live. The staff always goes above and beyond to make us feel welcome and make our stay an unforgettable experience. We would like to acknowledge the following staff members who made a great impact during our visit they are Sarah C, Sonny, Ivan, Mikey, Rahul, Keanna, David, Lucas, Annamarie, Gabriel and Brandon. We have many hotel options to choose from when staying in San Diego but the genuine attention from staff such as those mentioned above keep us loyal guests. Thank you! Read less
Best luxury Hotel in San Diego California
Jan 15, 2025Dream67264801863
We always go to the WESTGATE when we stay in San Diego, CA for the beautiful French architecture and ambience. The staff always go above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. We would like to recognize the following staff members that made a big impact during our visit and they are Sarah C, Sonny, Ivan, Mikey, Rahul, Keanna, David, Luke, Annamarie,… Read more
We always go to the WESTGATE when we stay in San Diego, CA for the beautiful French architecture and ambience. The staff always go above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. We would like to recognize the following staff members that made a big impact during our visit and they are Sarah C, Sonny, Ivan, Mikey, Rahul, Keanna, David, Luke, Annamarie, Gabriel and Brandon. Thank you all for making us feel welcomed during our time at the WESTGATE Hotel and that’s why we will always be loyal guests. Read less
Exceptional Service and Majestic Experience
Jan 14, 2025Julio V
The Westgate Hotel is a majestic hotel in the heart of downtown San Diego! I’d like to praise in particular one of their sales representatives, Sarah Contreras, who helped my partner and I obtain one of the nicest suites in the hotel for a small Thanksgiving dinner. We stayed in the governor’s suite, one of the largest accommodations in the… Read more
The Westgate Hotel is a majestic hotel in the heart of downtown San Diego! I’d like to praise in particular one of their sales representatives, Sarah Contreras, who helped my partner and I obtain one of the nicest suites in the hotel for a small Thanksgiving dinner. We stayed in the governor’s suite, one of the largest accommodations in the hotel. Everything magical from the moment we stepped in to our room. It was like something out of bridgerton! The Suite was clean and filled very French period looking pieces! We were then surprised by one of the servers, Stephanie, who delivered us a very nice amenity with a personalized note from the hotel manager. It was a very kind and generous gesture that we didn’t expect at all. All in all the hotel is a very unique experience very different from the typical resorts you find in San Diego! Sarah and all the members of the Westgate Team make you feel like you’re royalty! The hotel has very nice lobby filled with the same French or British palace decor. Lots of places for cool instagramable opportunities !. A very nice pool and jacuzzi on the terrace which was perfect to go in before going to bed. We also had the opportunity to dine in their restaurant! Our server Gabriel Munoz went above and beyond. He was so attentive from the moment we were seated! He made our experience feel personalized! He gave us lots of recommendations and the food was amazing! You rarely find this kind of service nowadays! Overall, thanks to Sarah’s and her colleagues, my partner and I had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! I highly recommend this hotel to anyone who visits San Diego! If you want a rich royal experience this is the place. No kids running around. And no large tourist crowds. The Westgate Hotel will definitely be my to go to hotel every time I visit San Diego! Read less
Wonderful hotel in Downtown San Diego
Jan 7, 2025C A
I recently stayed at the Westgate. I recommend staying there wholeheartedly. The rooms are lovely. The amenities, including afternoon tea and the restaurant, are worth a visit in and of themselves. But the real highlight of this hotel is its staff. Sarah C., in particular, went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that the stay was a smooth… Read more
I recently stayed at the Westgate. I recommend staying there wholeheartedly. The rooms are lovely. The amenities, including afternoon tea and the restaurant, are worth a visit in and of themselves. But the real highlight of this hotel is its staff. Sarah C., in particular, went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that the stay was a smooth one; she is helpful, efficient, professional, and kind. Another highlight was the attentive restaurant staff, including our waiter who provided excellent service at weekday breakfast. A big thank you to everyone at the Westgate, I hope to be able to return again soon. Read less
Lovely stay at the Westgate
