If you're looking for something completely different, can sleep through noise and don't mind sharing the pool with a flotilla of beach balls, the Pearl might be for you. It's a very hip little spot, with a jumping bar, 60's films and TV shows featured on a screen above the pool. But management really should decide whether they want to... more

My boyfriend and I decided to take a trip to California from New York for his birthday. I am a very picky person when it comes to hotels and researched a lot of places to stay. I decided to take a risk with The Pearl based on pictures as it was still pretty new and did not have any reviews... more

I booked The Pearl for a weekend stay based on TripAdvisor reviews. Having stayed there this past weekend, I have to share a suspicion: I think someone has been stuffing the ballot box in favor of The Pearl. The Pearl doesn't deserve the glowing reviews that it has received -- and I suspect that they are bogus reviews aimed at... more

This retro vibed boutique hotel was an amazing find. However, I should say that I don't really think it's family friendly, and I'm pretty sure my 62 year old mother wouldn't want to stay there. It is super cool, hip, funky, and very, very LOUD at night. The room was fairly small, but decorated with innovative style (fish in a... more

We discovered this gem online. The staff are fantastic. Everything exceeded our expectations. The bar was cool and retro, and really happeing on the night we came in. The drinks we great as were the people. Get Smart (the original) ran on a large screen over the pool. The room was fantastic, small but great, from the live fish to... more

They've completely redone an old sailor's dive into a very hip, very funky little gem with a sense of humor. The rooms feature platform beds, fishbowl lighting fixtures with actual fish in them, 36-inch flat panel TV's on the wall, free-standing showers, and very comfortable and happening furnishings. They also boast a Dive-In Movie, where they show movies on a... more

Husband and I stayed at The Pearl after a concert at the House of Blues in the Gaslamp Quarter just before the holidays. Very cute! Got a midsized room - small, but very stylish. Flatscreen TV was nice. Satellite radio w/ remote was fun. Bed was comfy with lots of fluffy linens. Front desk staff was friendly and quick. Neat... more

I adored this place- If you are into retro/hip mid century modern establishments, this is the place for you. It is basically a two story completely renovated 60's era motel. The new owners spared no expense to give it a cool vibe. Awesome lobby bar/poolside cafe. Driftwood front desk, colorful italian bissaza tile in the showers, and great spa shampoo... more

My boyfriend and I stayed at The Pearl when we were in San Diego. It's in a great location - San Diego attractions are nearby and the airport is also very close. POSITIVES: - The staff is quite friendly and helpful. - The design and look of the hotel is very hip and cool. - You get an XBox 360... more