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Stay at The Keating Hotel in San Diego

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Erik
8 years ago
Excellent! We've been to SD many times and never realized what a gem of a hotel this was the whole time. Location was steps away from the heart of the Gas Lamp district while still providing a quiet nights rest. Speaking of which: most comfortable bed I've probably ever slept on. Very modern decor.

Historic hotel in Gaslamp Quarter with interior designed by the team behind Ferrari and Maserati and restaurant revamped by Gordon Ramsay

What You Get

  • Stay for two in a deluxe stanza room, stanza vista, or chic loft suite
  • Dates into October

Policies and Fees

  • Reservations: Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased.
  • Cancellation policy: 4-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable.
  • Taxes: 13.5% tax added at purchase
  • Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.

No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate; no refunds, rescheduling, or rebooking allowed. Read the Fine Print for important info on offer details and other restrictions.

Stylish 4-Star Hotel in Bustling Gaslamp Quarter

Judging from its stately Romanesque exterior, you’d never guess what The Keating Hotel looks like on the inside. Built in 1890, the building has served as a public library and a bank over the years—in fact, the original vault is still intact in the basement. More recently, a team of prestigious designers got their hands on the historic hotel’s interior. Pininfarina Extra, the Italian auto house behind Ferrari and Maserati, completely revamped The Keating, incorporating bright-red minimalist decor. The loft-like stanzas—Italian for “rooms”—come with exposed brick walls. The furniture is custom-designed, and the modern amenities include in-room espresso machines.

Located in San Diego’s historic Gaslamp District, the hotel is within walking distance of some of the city’s best dining. But there are some excellent options onsite as well. Brick+Mortar, a modern American eatery, has a selection of creative Italian-inspired dishes, including pizzas topped with grilled prawns and wild-mushroom gnocchi. In the evening, hip patrons gather for cocktails in the basement-level lounge.

The hotel offers four different types of rooms, ranging in size from 300 to 1,200 square feet. Even standard rooms include goose-down duvets and feather beds. Stay in one of the Chic suites for a little extra space; these units have a corner area with lounge seating overlooking the bustling Gaslamp Quarter.

Highlights of San Diego

  • The Gaslamp Quarter forms both the historic center of town and a nightlife hub, with nearly 100 Victorian buildings occupied by high-end boutiques, jewelers, and gourmet restaurants.
  • Balboa Park houses 17 museums, as well as the San Diego Zoo. There's also the Spanish Village Art Center, where local artists produce their works.
  • Old Town: Here—the site of the first European settlement in California—shops in Mission-style stucco buildings sell colorful wrestling masks, woven baskets, and maracas.
  • Spooky locals: The Whaley House Museum was dubbed one of the Most Terrifying Places in America by the Travel Channel. Ghosts of former residents are said to inhabit the rooms, which are filled with Victorian furniture and eerie dolls.

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Other Details

Room Details

Deluxe Stanza or Stanza Vista

  • One California king bed (or two XL twin beds available upon request)
  • Standard occupancy: 2
  • Maximum occupancy: 3
  • Adding occupants above standard: $20 per night for an additional guest 12 or older; one kid 11 or younger stays free

Chic Loft Suite

  • One California king bed
  • Standard occupancy: 2
  • Maximum occupancy: 3
  • Adding occupants above standard: $20 per night for an additional guest 12 or older; one kid 11 or younger stays free

Hotel Policies

  • Check in: 4 p.m.
  • Check out: noon
  • Parking: valet available for an additional $35 per day
  • Rollaways: available for an additional $30 per night
  • Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
  • Pet policy: pets under 25 lbs may be added for no additional charge; contact property prior to arrival to arrange; subject to availability
  • Accessibility: please contact property for handicap accessibility requests or options.
  • Room upgrades: not available

Amenities

  • New onsite bar (Coyote Ugly)
  • Farm-to-table restaurant onsite (Café 21)
  • Massages and other spa treatments available
  • In-room espresso machines
  • Fitness room
  • High-speed WiFi access

Getting There

  • Nearest airport: San Diego International Airport (SAN; about 4 miles)
  • Cab fare: about $15 from SAN

Need To Know Info

  • Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
  • 4-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
  • No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate
  • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
  • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in
  • Must be 21 or older to check in
  • Credit card required at check-in
  • Not valid with reward points
  • 13.5% tax added at purchase.
  • Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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About Keating Hotel

Customer Reviews

4.1
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Erik
2 ratings|2 reviews
Excellent! We've been to SD many times and never realized what a gem of a hotel this was the whole time. Location was steps away from the heart of the Gas Lamp district while still providing a quiet nights rest. Speaking of which: most comfortable bed I've probably ever slept on. Very modern decor.
Melissa
4 ratings|3 reviews
It can be a little loud at night, but overall, this is a great hotel if you want to stay in downtown San Diego!
Melissa
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36 ratings|23 reviews
Very cool room and extremely friendly, knowledgable, and helpful staff!
Stephanie
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17 ratings|9 reviews
The only two downfalls we really ran into is that the shower is not separate from the actual bedroom, which we weren't overly fond of. Also, you are right in the center of the Gaslamp District so be prepared for the nights to be pretty loud until the clubs close down around 2am.
Colin
9 ratings|4 reviews
Great location. Friendly staff. Accommodating rooms.
Joe
3 ratings|3 reviews
On weekends ( frida and sat.)or holiday weekend( friday, sat. sunday) the street noise goes way into the morning 2-3 a.m. That was the only bad thing

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