Staycation or Vacation? San Diego Hotels Package Summer Fun

This week marks the official start of summer. That means tourists will be flocking to San Diego. Long-forgotten relatives, class mates from the early 1970′s and just about anyone you’ve ever friended on Facebook will be calling up to see if you have a spare bedroom.

This year, you’ve got an “out.” San Diego hotels are offering a bevy of playful packages that make it easy to say: “I’d love to have you stay me Aunt Bertha, but wouldn’t you rather wake up to room service?”

Available at hotels throughout San Diego, from romantic Coronado to luxurious La Jolla, these hotel packages offer incredible savings including free room nights that add up to great value for anyone looking to enjoy a fun weekend.

With deals like this, there’s absolutely no reason to let tourists have all the fun. Pack a bag, leave your cell phone at home and take a weekend “away” without leaving the city.

AMAZING VALUE ADDS

Now through September 6, 2010, the Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego’s inland North County is offering the Kids Rule Parents Drool package that includes one night of accommodations, free meals for kids age 10 and under, guestroom pizza party, dive-in movie, access to Wii lounge, fun fitness and mini-golf, free kids picnic lunch and Little Picassos Chalk Art set.  Rates start at $179 per night, plus tax (through July 5) and $199 per night, plus tax (during July 6-September 6).  Guests who book before July 6 will also receive a $50 resort credit.  Total value add of this package is estimated at $143.  Book online at http://ranchobernardoinn.com/specials_packages.php or call 877-517-9340.

Available July 1 through September 30, 2010, the Sè San Diego hotel in downtown San Diego is offering the Sand & Spa package that includes one night of accommodations, complimentary valet parking, a $200 spa credit and beach picnic basket stocked with a selection of cheeses and fruits, a baguette, sparkling water and beach blanket.  Rates start at $429 per night, plus tax.  Total value add of this package is estimated at $357.  Book online at www.sesandiego.com or call 877-515-2211.

Now through September 7, 2011, the Omni San Diego Hotel in downtown San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter is celebrating summer with the Oceans of Life package that includes one night of accommodations, two tickets to the Birch Aquarium at Scripps in La Jolla and a copy of “One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish” by San Diego’s own Dr. Seuss.  The hotel will also donate 10 percent of every package sold to the San Diego Oceans Foundation, a nonprofit organization that fosters grassroots volunteer programs.  Rates start at $219 per night, plus tax.  Total value add of this package is estimated at $34.  Book online atwww.omnihotels.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.

Now through September 30, 2010, the Bristol Hotel in downtown San Diego is offering the Zoo and Youpackage that includes one night of accommodations, two adult tickets to the San Diego Zoo and free full American breakfast for two.  Rates start at $149, plus tax, and the package is 15% commissionable to travel agents.  Total value add of this package is estimated at $89.  Book online atwww.thebristolsandiego.com or by calling 800-662-4477; use promotional code SUMMERPKG.

Now through December 31, 2010, The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla is offering the Play Torrey Pines For Free package.  Guests stay three consecutive nights and receive one free round of golf at the world-famous Torrey Pines Golf course, adjacent to the hotel.  This package is valid only for new bookings, and golf must be booked during the initial room reservation and played during the stay.  The package requires a $300 non-refundable deposit in addition to the hotel’s standard deposit requirements and cancelation policy.  Rates start at $399 per night, plus tax.  Total value add of this package is estimated at $259.  Book online at www.lodgetorreypines.com or call 888- 237-3370.

Now through December 31, 2010, the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina on Harbor Island is offering theLove Your Family, Love Your Earth package that includes one night of accommodations, free kid meals with purchase of one adult meal, one in-room movie per night, two-hour bicycle rental, one free hour at the Wii Zone, free tennis with racket rental, an eco-friendly beach towel, organic sunscreen, eco Frisbee and carbon-neutral bottled water.  Rates start at $169 per night, plus tax.  Total value add of this package is estimated at $100.  Book online at http://jpr.fm/yw3 or call 1-866-716-8134; use promotional code SILYFLYE.

ENJOY FREE NIGHTS, TOO

Now through August 31, 2010, the Paradise Point Resort & Spa on picturesque Mission Bay is offering theFourth Night’s the Charm package.  Guests stay three consecutive nights, and the fourth night is free.  Rates start at $299 per night, plus tax.  Book online at www.paradisepoint.com or call 800-344-2626; use promotional code 4FREE.

Now through September 4, 2010, the Manchester Grand Hyatt along San Diego Bay in downtown San Diego is offering the Sunshine on Sale package.  Guests stay three consecutive nights, and the fourth night is free; guests also receive one free meal per day for kids ages 12 and under with the purchase of one adult meal.  Rates start at $219 per night, plus tax.  Book online at www.SunshineOnSale.com or call (800) 233-1234.

Now through September 6, 2010, the beachfront Hotel del Coronado in charming Coronado is offering theSummer Pleasures Pay For 3, Get 2 Free package.  Guests arrive on a Sunday and stay for three consecutive nights, and the next two nights are free.  This offer is valid only for Sunday arrival, with a minimum five-night stay required.  Rates start at $390 per night, plus tax, and $25 daily resort fee.  Book online at www.hoteldel.com/summerpleasures or call 800-HOTEL.DEL.
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.

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