Joe Timko (619) 557-2812
jtimko@sdcvb.org
Candice Eley (619) 557-2889
celey@sdcvb.org
Sarah Weinberg (619) 557-2838
sweinberg@sdcvb.org

June 20, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SAN DIEGO SUMMER HOTEL PACKAGES TO SAVOR

With summer officially in full swing, San Diego hotels are offering a bevy of playful packages that make it the perfect time to book a warm weather getaway for the whole family.  Available at hotels throughout San Diego, from family friendly Carlsbad to luxurious La Jolla, these packages offer incredible savings that add up to great value for visitors. 

AMAZING VALUE ADDS

Now through Dec. 31, 2011, the San Diego Marriott La Jolla is offering spacious accommodations and access to popular fun attractions, including SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego Zoo Safari Park and LEGOLAND California©.  The Marriott La Jolla’s attraction packages include accommodations for two adults; two adult park tickets to SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego Zoo Safari Park or LEGOLAND California© and complimentary parking.  Rates start at $199 per night, plus tax; the package requires a minimum two-night stay and is valid Thurs.–Sun. Families looking to stretch a dollar can book a Family Dollar Days package, featuring room add-on options such as a $1 breakfast, $1 parking or $1 in-room movie.  Rates start at $159 per night, plus tax, and the package is valid Thurs.–Sun. Book online at www.marriott.com using booking code “EW5” for an attraction package or “ES7” for a “Family Dollar Days” package or call 1-800-228-9290.

Now through Sept. 5, 2011, the Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach located just steps from the beach is offering a Summer LEGOLAND Package that includes deluxe accommodations, two adult and two child tickets to LEGOLAND California©, complimentary transportation to and from the park and a full American breakfast for two adults and two children. Rates start at $411 per night, plus tax.  For families looking to experience LEGOLAND's water park and aquarium, the hotel is also offering a Summer LEGOLAND Resort Hopper Package that includes deluxe accommodations; two adult and two child LEGOLAND California Park Hopper tickets with two-day access to LEGOLAND California, LEGOLAND Water Park and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium; complimentary transportation to and from the parks and a full American breakfast for two adults and two children. Rates start at $331 per night, plus tax, and a two-night minimum is required. Book online at www.carlsbadbeach.hgi.com or call 760-476-0800.

Available July 1–Sept. 6, 2011, TOWER23 Hotel in Pacific Beach is offering a stylish and contemporary oceanfront retreat with two package options. The Sex on the Beach package includes a two-night stay in a surf pad, two Sex on the Beach welcome cocktails, dinner for two at JRDN Restaurant including cocktails and a couples massage. Rates start at $1,325, including tax. The Surf PB package includes a three-night stay in a surf pad, welcome beer amenity and a 90-minute surf lesson for two. Rates start at $1,525, including tax. Book online at www.tower23hotel.com or call 1-866-TOWER23.

Now through Sept. 29, 2011, the Sé San Diego Hotel in downtown San Diego is offering an Everything You Have EVER Asked for Free package, including luxury accommodations, complimentary wi-fi internet access, a complimentary full American breakfast, complimentary valet parking and two-for-the-price-of-one spa treatments or a 30 percent discount off one service. The package is available Sun.–Thurs.,  and rates start at $135 per night for a single room, $155 per night for a double room and $205 per night for a suite; plus tax and gratuity. Book online at www.sesandiego.com or call 619-515-3000.

Now through Sept. 30, 2011, the Rancho Bernardo Inn is offering a suds inspired summer package that highlights North San Diego County’s award-winning craft breweries and beers. The resort’s Look What’s Brewing package includes a one-night stay in a deluxe room, beer tasting at three San Diego breweries, chauffeured transportation (optional) and a gourmet beer munchies box. The brewery tour includes visits to Mother Earth Brew Co., a family owned microbrewery; Lost Abby/Port Brewing, the 2008 Small Brewery World Beer Cup Champion, and the highly acclaimed, multi-award winning Stone Brewing Co. The package is available Thurs.–Sun., and rates start at $309 per night, plus tax, with the chauffeured transportation ($209 per night without transportation). Book online at www.ranchobernardoinn.com or call 877-517-9340.

Now through Dec. 31, 2011, the Westin Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego in downtown is offering a hotel package perfect for shoppers. The Westin Summer & Sun Shopping Spree package includes accommodations in a newly designed guestroom and a $100 Macy’s gift card, which can be used at the adjacent Westin Horton Plaza Shopping Center, for every night booked. Rates start at $199 per night, plus tax. Book online at www.westingaslamp.com or call 866-716-8138.

Now through Sept. 30, 2011, the historic US GRANT Hotel in downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter is offering a Game Time package that includes luxurious accommodations for the night of a San Diego Padres’ home game of one’s choosing, two Padres’ baseball tickets behind home plate at downtown’s PETCO Park and complimentary overnight parking. Rates start at $269 per night, plus tax; a three-day advance purchase is required. Book online at www.usgrant.net or call 866-716-8136.

Now through Sept. 30, 2011, the waterfront Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina on Harbor Island is offering a Take a Summer Getaway with the Family package. The package includes accommodations with skyline or marina views, a choice of four Old Town Trolley Tour sightseeing passes or tickets to the San Diego Zoo, one in-room movie, a two-hour bike rental for up to four guests and free meals for children 12 and under.  The Sheraton’s Summer Play Program also offers free, daily poolside activities; discounts on boat rentals, paddle boards and jet skis; free dive-in movies, and fitness classes like cardio, tennis and yoga.  Rates start at $199 per night, plus tax. Book online at www.sheratonsandiegohotel.com or call 866-716-8134.

COMBAT HIGH GAS PRICES

Now through Dec. 31, 2011, the Bristol Hotel in downtown San Diego is offering the Tanks a Lot for Stayin’ package that includes one night of accommodations in a superior king or double-double room, a daily $25 gas card, complimentary valet parking and complimentary full American breakfast for two. Rates start at $149, plus tax.  Book online at www.thebristolsandiego.com or call 800-662-4477 and use promotional code “TANKS.” 

Now through Sept. 30, 2011, the San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter is offering a Sun, Fun & Fuel package that includes one night of accommodations, a $25 gas card, daily complimentary hotel valet parking and daily breakfast for two at Soleil @ K Restaurant. Rates start at $219, plus tax. Book online at www.marriott.com or call 1-800-228-9290 and use promotional code “EB5.”

Now through Sept. 5, 2011, the boutique West Inn & Suites in Carlsbad is offering an On the Road Again package that includes one night of accommodations in a double king deluxe room, a $25 gas card and a goodie basket of road games. Rates start at $189, plus tax. Book online at www.westinnandsuites.com or call 866-431-9378.

GAME ON FOR GOLFERS

Now through Sept. 5, 2011, West Inn & Suites in Carlsbad is offering a Swing Away & Stay package for a family of golf lovers.  The package includes a one-night stay in a King Suite featuring one king sized bed and a convertible sleeper sofa, a hot breakfast buffet for two adults and two children, complimentary parking, a round of golf on the property’s West Executive Course for two adults and two juniors including a cart, shuttle transportation to and from the course and a cooler of refreshments. Rates start at $315, plus tax. Book online at www.westinnandsuites.com or call 866-431-9378.

Now through Sept. 5, 2011, the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa in Carlsbad is offering a Callaway Golf Experience package custom made for the golf enthusiast. The package includes one night of accommodations, unlimited golf for one guest at the Aviara Golf Club, daily breakfast for two at the California Bistro, private sedan service to and from Callaway Golf’s world headquarters, a 90-minute custom fitting session at Callaway Golf and new Callaway Driver (valued at $300). Rates start at $800 for the first night, plus tax, and $395 for each additional night. Book online at www.parkaviara.hyatt.com or call 760-448-1234.

OFF TO THE RACES

Available July 2–Sept. 7, 2011, the luxurious Grand Del Mar in the rolling hills of North County is offering A Day at the Races package that includes one night of accommodations, two Stretch Run reserved seats at the Del Mar Racetrack, a racing form and racing digest, transportation to and from the race track (based on availability), two mint juleps in the Lobby Lounge and complimentary overnight valet parking. Rates start at $475, plus tax. The package is not available on Opening Day at the racetrack (July 20), and 72-hour advanced reservations are required. www.granddelmar.com. Call 888-314-2030.

Available July 21–Sept. 7, 2011, the luxurious Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa in Carlsbad is offering a Del Mar Races Turf Club package that includes one night of accommodations plus a one-day admission for two into the private Del Mar Turf Club. Rates start at $345 per night, plus tax, and a two-night minimum stay is required. Turf Club passes are not valid for Opening Day at the racetrack (July 20). Book online at www.parkaviara.hyatt.com or call 760-448-1234.

Happy happens in San Diego.  For more information on San Diego offerings, including exciting vacation packages and valuable coupons for attractions, restaurants and more, visit the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau's Web site, www.sandiego.org, or call (619) 236-1212.  In San Diego, visit the International Visitor Information Center, located along the Embarcadero at the corner of West Broadway and Harbor Drive in downtown; the La Jolla Visitor Center, located at the corner of Herschel Avenue and Prospect Street in La Jolla; or the California Welcome Center, located at the Viejas Outlet Center in Alpine.