We had hoped for better. The rooms are in blocks of chalets which are packed tightly together with parking spots outside so it's more of a motel than a hotel. Room OK but small compared to other hotels in USA - clean but buildings are old with old (and so noisy aircon, fridge, bathroom ventilation). Noisy plant room outside (possibly the pump for the duck pond water feature). Housekeeping was terrible - they often didn't turn up till after 4.00pm. Got locked out of the room at one stage due to a faulty door lock - I think they are old too - took ages to sort out - couldn’t get to see a manager (all too busy apparently).
The barefoot restaurant only has about 8 dishes on the menu which is the same for lunch and dinner - never changed all week we were there. The coffee bar is only open in the morning. The shop (Island Market) had helpful staff but was pricey. There are no other amenities nearby unless you drive.
It's only saving grace was that it is just about within walking distance of Seaworld for children (about a mile) - there is no hotel shuttle to Seaworld though. If that’s where you want to go to then that’s the only good reason for staying here - there are many much better places to stay in the San Diego area for the money. Don't stay any longer than 1 or 2 days though and think of it as an overpriced motel with swimming pools scattered around the car parks and you are less likely to be disappointed.
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