I have stayed at the Palomar often, and always enjoy it. It is close to downtown and SMU, a chic urban setting with plenty of room to walk your dog and the feel of a posh California hideaway.
Pros:
Pet-friendly. They have dog beds, bowls, even food and bottled water for your dog.
The largest Japanese soaking tubs I've ever seen in the luxury suites.
Refreshments every day, wine and snacks, at 5:00 for all guests.
A beautiful pool open all year, spa and exercise room.
Central 214, the restaurant, is lovely and very good.
Frette linens, feather pillows, VERY comfy beds.
A full-service hotel with room service 24 hours, concierge, and bellmen.
Cons:
Expensive, especially luxury suites.
Fee for valet parking.
The hotel rooms probably haven't been redecorated for 5-10 years. It is lovely but time for a change.
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