The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

9.0/10 GUEST SCORE

1910 downtown landmark hotel with 270 rooms — The Luxury Collection's San Diego property in the Gaslamp Quarter.

BrandThe Luxury Collection
DestinationSan Diego
RegionNorth America
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingHistoric Landmark Hotel
Best ForHistory-focused travelers, convention attendees seeking luxury-tier accommodation, couples on urban California trips who prefer grand-hotel character to contemporary design.
PrivacySocial & Vibrant
ServiceExceptional personalized service
ButlerHigh
Private PoolNo
Built1910
Renovated2006

The US Grant opened in 1910 in downtown San Diego, built by Ulysses S. Grant Jr. as a memorial to his father. The 270-room property underwent a full restoration in 2006, preserving the Beaux-Arts facade and public spaces while modernizing guest rooms. The hotel sits at the edge of the Gaslamp Quarte

Key Features

Dining

Signature Experience

Walking through the restored 1910 lobby — the Beaux-Arts detailing and scale give a sense of San Diego's pre-war civic ambition that no other property in the city preserves.

Downtown San Diego's only early-20th-century grand hotel still operating at luxury tier, with Gaslamp Quarter location and ballroom-scale public spaces that newer properties can't replicate.

Signature Suite: Presidential Suite

Spacious two-story layout, inviting living and dining spaces, 9th floor balcony.

Accolades

Known for luxurious amenities, magnet for politicians, high-ranking military officials, dignitaries, and celebrities.

Vibe: Beaux-Arts, Gaslamp-Quarter, Grand-Hotel, 1910-Landmark

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When to Visit San Diego

Best time: The best months are March and October due to pleasant weather and fewer crowds.

Demand: Seasonal demand peaks during summer and winter holidays. Spring and fall offer moderate demand allowing for a more exclusive experience.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property rates soar during high season mid-June to August and December to January. Low seasons like March and October offer more competitive pricing.

Insider tip: Consider booking exclusive experiences such as private yacht charters or gourmet dining in hidden gems during shoulder seasons.

Avoid: Avoid visiting during peak summer months of July and August due to overcrowding and inflated prices.

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