Sheraton San Diego Resort (San Diego, USA)

Location: This hotel is nestled at the edge of the spectacular San Diego Bay, where guests can enjoy the panoramic views of the bay, the marina and the city skyline. It lies 5 minutes' drive from Petco Park, 7 minutes by car from Mission Beach and 10 minutes from the shops of Horton Plaza and Seaport Village. It is also just 10 minutes away from an array of renowned attractions, including the San Diego Zoo, the Gas Lamp district with its nightspots, the Old Town and Balboa Park, while Sea World and the Qualcomm Stadium are 15 minutes' drive away. The Big Bear ski region is 3 hours from the hotel by car.; Facilities: 52 suites, 7 apartments, 10 studios, 447 single rooms and 554 double rooms are available to guests in a 12-storey main building and a 3-storey auxiliary building. Guests are warmly welcomed by English- and French-speaking staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities and a lift. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service (for a fee). Bicycle storage is also available. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.; Rooms: Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In most units, guests can enjoy a view of the sea from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a games console, an alarm clock and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.; Sports/Entertainment: Guests can strike that perfect balance between exercise and relaxation in one of the 3 indoor and outdoor pools. The freshwater pool area, which is in part heated, also has a children's pool. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. The hotel offers an extensive outdoor sport and leisure programme, which includes tennis, volleyball, basketball and fishing. For a fee, guests can also enjoy cycling/mountain biking and golf. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as kayaking and snorkelling. For a fee, guests can also enjoy water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, motorboat rides, canoeing, sailing, catamaraning and diving. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, bowling, yoga, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Guests of all ages have the opportunity to enjoy an entertainment programme.; Meals: Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.