This place is expensive for what you get. I bought our room with United miles or i probably would not have been able to stay. A standard room is 320$ a night, or so the rate chart in our room said. The Ramada has a long interesting history, which is why we wanted to stay here. Apparently, at one time, it was the tallest building in San Diego and boasted the worlds fastest elevator, which still is in service today. Said elevator idea fascinating for its history and uniqueness, but would not be operable, in my opinion, by either the elderly or younger children without assistance as the cage surrounding the elevator car has a heavy and awkward gate that must be negotiated in order to enter. The rooms are great and clean, but not for 300 dollars. Checkout is late, noon, which is nice. The location is right downtown for easy nightlife access. There is a good restaurant for breakfast adjacent to the hotel and they give you a 10% off coupon to it on checkin. Beds are comfortable and sheets feel good on the skin. There is AC. Parking is a pain, they only offer 20 dollar a night valet, but you can try your luck with the street meters. Hotel has standard amenities. Staff was average. They have a nice rooftop terrace you can hang out in until 11 pm which gives you a fantastic view of the city. My bf and i sat up there with a bottle of champagne until closing, enjoying the city scene.
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