Gemstone Resorts Beach Cities San Diego County hotels

"This was our 4th time spending 4th of July weekend here and everything went really well. Got to the property early and was given a key to enjoy the pool while we waited for our room to be ready. Room was clean. Had a cabana reserved for Saturday and Clara was awesome, made sure everything went smoothly with that. Activities like popcorn, temporary tattoos, watermelon eating contest were fun (only thing was yoga instructor being a little late one day then setting up in a corner as if she didn't want anyone to show up) and pool DJ Dan Diego was awesome! Daniel and Jonathan were our pool servers and they were good and efficient for serving so many people. Our body wash needed a refill and the staff refilled our coffee pods with decaf instead of regular but those are minor complaints. Firewood came with our room and it was brought quickly when we called for it. Covewood for breakfast and dinner.. tasty both times (only thing to inform you ahead of time is that the food takes a while so don't come starving and bring something extra to keep your little ones entertained!) I especially loved the caramel croissant bread pudding dessert! Lastly, the only thing I would change are the guests who let their kids act obnoxiously at the pool (as if it's not a shared public space) but that's not to any fault of the resort (well, the staff could be a little more firm: no dogs in pool area, if no guests in pool area then no exceptions, signage with no horseplay/be respectful to other guests)."

"Very clean and comfortable stay. Do recommend "

"The staff at the hotel was very friendly, very accommodating in every way possible"

"It was an amazing stay. Loved the lush gardens and the pool. Conveniently located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants. 7 minutes to the beach Close to the San Diego LDS temple and UC San Diego. Staff were friendly. Rooms have been recently renovated beds are comfortable. No complaints at all, just one suggestion to add an extra mirror in the room. "

"Loved this hotel on the marina! We had a room facing the water, and it was so peaceful — such a nice view to wake up to. The location is amazing, everything was clean, and the on-site restaurant was super convenient. The only downside was the early check-in fee. Standard check-in was at 4pm, but we were told our room was ready at 1pm — for an extra $25. Of course, we paid it since we were eager to settle in, and $25 isn’t a huge deal. Still, it would’ve been a thoughtful gesture to offer early check-in as a courtesy, especially when the room is already available. It would leave a lasting impression and make guests feel truly welcomed. Other than that, it was a beautiful, well-maintained hotel. I’d definitely stay again!"

"Loved the property itself. It has a restaurant on site for easy dining. Beautiful views from Marina side."

"Great location, great price, very clean, comfortable bed and dog friendly. Definitely will stay again "

"Beautiful surroundings "

"Perfect!"