Wonderful First Trip to San Diego
I booked this hotel a month in advance for a weekend away with my dog. The main reason I decided to book with this hotel was because they were pet-friendly and there are no size restrictions. I have a lab mix and on a good day he weighs 70-72 pounds. After browsing endless hotels I decided on the Palomar. The other reviews I read were nice but some made me a bit weary such as the homeless people in the downtown area and the price for valet parking. My dog and I walked the entire downtown area in the two days that we were there and we were never bothered by anyone. Everyone was nice and/or minding their own business while we were out. The valet concern...well I was happy to pay the $38 fee for over night parking because parking is a bit of a challenge. I knew that my vehicle was safe, I didn't have to worry about getting a ticket and the texting valet to get my car when we needed it was pretty sweet.
I've already booked my next stay with the Palomar for next month. We enjoyed the area so much we cannot wait to go back. After spending all day at the beaches and parks it was nice to come back to the hotel, open out the patio door and take a nap on the most comfy bed I've slept in in a while.
I also worried that people were going to freak out when they saw my dog. He's a big boy and a tad 'happy' when meeting new people but from the valet staff to check in staff; they were just as excited to see him/us as he was to see them. It's the little things like that made the stay that more enjoyable.