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Ramada Inn & Suites Gaslamp/Conv. Ctr.-Historic St.James Hotel

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Free wireless DSL & Business Center usage, hotel is 100% non-smoking

The boutique style Hotel Ramada Inn & Suites Gaslamp / Convention Center is centrally located in San Diego's exciting Gaslamp Quarter, we invite you to step back in time to the elegant comforts, friendly hospitality and impeccable service of a bygone era. Opened in 1913 as the St. James Hotel, San Diego's original high-rise luxury hotel, our beautifully restored property is an oasis of historic style for leisure and business travelers.

The elevator leads to 10 floors with 99 beautifully furnished guest rooms and suites and Harborview Rooftop Terrace that offers inspiring views of San Diego's skyline and bay. Vacationers find relaxation, while corporate and meeting guests gain inspiration from the spectacular city and bay views of our Harborview Rooftop Terrace.

We're ideally situated for business or play because everything that makes San Diego great is outside our front door! Restaurants, nightspots, shops, the San Diego Convention Center, world famous San Diego Zoo, beaches and even Mexico are only minutes away.

As a Ramada "Gold Key" winner, you receive the highest level of service at the Hotel Ramada Inn & Suites Gaslamp/Convention Center. The management of the Ramada is proud to announce that the hotel has been awarded the prestigious "Pinnacle Award" designation by Ramada Franchise Systems, Inc. The Pinnacle Award recognizes the top 10 percent of the properties that are the best of the best in the Ramada® System. As the name suggests, these properties have reached the highest level of quality and service, successfully combining location, facility, attributes, interior design, amenities and service, sales and marketing with a highly talented staff to consistently provide an outstanding guest experience.

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Travel Green

The State of California's Department of General Services STATEWIDE TRAVEL PROGRAM has recognized The Ramada Gaslamp/Convention Center for its commitment to reducing waste, saving energy, water and California's other valuable resources through environmentally friendly practices in the hospitality industry.

Hotel Amenities

  • Accessible Guestrooms
  • Airport Shuttle (Limited Service and Times)
  • Business Center
  • City Center Location
  • Concierge
  • Dry Cleaning/Valet Laundry
  • Fitness Center (Complimentary)
  • Front Desk Open 24 Hours
  • High-Speed Internet - Wireless (Complimentary)
  • In-Room Coffee Makers
  • In-Room Irons & Ironing Boards
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Safety Deposit Boxes
  • Shopping
  • Suites Available
  • Valet Parking

Restaurants

Brians' Eatery & Drinkery

  • Hours: Open 6:00am to 10:00pm Sunday through Thursday, open 24 hours Friday and Saturday

A restaurant where good friends enjoy great food in a comfortable, colorful and lively atmosphere. As you enjoy the pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage and other dishes served on the "Joan Crawford Bar", be sure to look for the high heel holes where the movie star danced the night away on this historic bar in her home in Italy!

Recreation & More

Presidential Suite

The Presidential Suite is ideal for small meetings or receptions. With 1,300 square feet, it can accommodate up to 25 people for conferences and up to 30 people for receptions.

RoofTop Terrace

Our beautiful Rooftop Terrace offers a wonderful view of Downtown San Diego and the San Diego Harbor. The Rooftop Terrace has been the site of many beautiful Wedding Ceremonies, and can accommodate up to 60 people.

Hotel Policies

  • Check-in Time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out Time: 12:00 PM
  • Parking: $20.00 per day
  • Valet Parking: $20.00 per day
  • Pet Policy: No pets allowed.
Events
PGA Golf Tournament at Torrey Pines
January 27-30, 2011
Romantic San Diego
February
Spring Break
Padres Baseball
April-October 2010
Cinco de Mayo
May 5
San Diego Rock n' Roll Marathon
June 5, 2011
San Diego County Fair
June 11 - July 5, 2010
Over-the-Line Tournament
July 10-11 and 17-18, 2010
Del Mar Racetrack
July 21 - September 8, 2010
LGBT Pride Festival
July 16-18, 2010
Comic-Con
July 22-25, 2010
San Diego BayFair on Mission Bay
September 17-19, 2010
Restaurant Week
September 19-24, 2010
Chargers Football
September-January
Miramar Air Show
October 1-3, 2010
Haunted San Diego
October 1-31
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
November 17-21, 2010
December Nights
December 3-4, 2010
Whale Watching
Winter 2009-10
Pacific Life Holiday Bowl
December 2010
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