The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

"Recently renovated by San Diego's premier restaurant group, the Lafayette hotel exudes impeccable design and offers an array of dining and bar options. The charming pool area is perfect for relaxing and soaking up the San Diego sun. I recommend ordering the Rio Bravo cocktail and a basket of curly fries! The hotel has 5 different bars, 2 restaurants and even a lively 'Gutter' bar featuring games and two bowling lanes, creates a vibrant atmosphere perfect for a lively weekend. The Lafayette is centrally located in San Diego - only 10 minutes from the airport, downtown, Little Italy and 15 minutes to the closest beach. Because this hotel is new and quite a scene on the weekends, it can be noisy. "

"A hotel with five bars, a pool, a jazz club, and two restaurants?! It's the perfect date night (or date overnight) as you can barhop, bowl/play games at the Gutter, catch a show at Loulou's, eat a nice dinner at Quixote or have a late night snack at their 24 hour diner. The key to this CH Projects classic is choices, choices! Frankly, I find all the food and drink options to be mediocre, but it's a great date spot. "

"This classic hotel was recently updated by the folks from Consortium Holdings, a great restaurant group. It has a lovely pool, lounges and is right in the middle of the action."