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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
A massive waterfront convention hotel with sweeping San Diego Bay views and a prime location next to Seaport Village.
Exceptional · Deep coverage · read from 28 sources · 290 traveler insights
86
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The Manchester Grand Hyatt is a massive waterfront convention property overlooking San Diego Bay. Guests appreciate the prime downtown location, expansive breakfast buffet at Seaview restaurant, and sweeping water views. However, reviewers consistently complain about painful elevator wait times during peak hours, basic motel-style shower and tub combos, and added destination fees. 15222120
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What travelers noticed
- Floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views of San Diego Bay, Coronado Bridge, Seaport Village, and the USS Midway. 221520
- The waterfront location offers convenient walking access to downtown attractions and the Gaslamp Quarter. 202318
- The breakfast buffet at Seaview restaurant earns high praise for its expansive spread of lox, pastries, cheeses, and fresh fruit. 18215
- Front desk staff and dedicated Grand Club concierges consistently receive positive marks for welcoming and helpful service. 2226
The catch
- Room condition is a point of contention, with some guests praising modern refreshed rooms while others report visible wear and tear from high occupancy. 18
- Elevator wait times divide reviewers, ranging from seamless tower trips to frustrating multi-minute delays during peak traffic. drawn from the full read
- Sleep quality varies between reviewers who found the mattresses comfortable and those who felt the double beds were noticeably small. 622
Who it's for
- — Convention attendees
- — Families exploring downtown and the waterfront
- — Guests prioritizing scenic bay views
Skip it if
- — Anyone frustrated by slow tower elevators
- — Travelers looking to avoid mandatory destination fees
- — Guests expecting modern luxury bathroom finishes
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“look at this view from our room you can see the Marina District Coronado Bridge and right across you can see is marott m…”
youtube.com5:00“The room was incredibly spacious, and let's just talk about this absolutely stunning and breathtaking view.”
youtube.com0:55“One particular thing that we noticed was that there was an occasional sound of water draining in the bathroom, which was…”
youtube.com1:14“The hotel's location provides easy access to attractions such as the Seaport Village, which is a short and pleasant walk…”
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Score breakdown
How the 86/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
89read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Food
91read from 17 sources · Deep coverage
- “Perhaps the biggest standout in my mind about the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego was the amazing breakfast buffet at Seaview restaurant. Everything we had was unexpectedly delicious.” 15
- “breakfast: eggs, bacon/sausage, potatoes; cereals; fruits, baked goods, and cold cuts and cheese. I thought the quality of everything was good and the food was excellent” 13
Location
96read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “We chose the Manchester Grand Hyatt because of its location. It's in a beautiful waterfront setting and at the heart of everything that we needed to visit in downtown San Diego, so we didn't need to hire a car for the first part of our holiday.” 22
- “Unbeatable Location: Waterfront setting with easy walks to Seaport Village, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Petco Park. The Convention Center is just next door-ideal for attendees or those who want to stay nearby.” 20
Noise
81read from 5 sources · Solid coverage
- “One particular thing that we noticed was that there was an occasional sound of water draining in the bathroom, which was a bit unexpected, but nothing to spoil our stay.” 231:14
- “The only real downside here is the elevator-hopping you have to do to get to the Grand Club or to the Top of the Hyatt. Of course, it depends on which floor and which tower you stay in. For me, it took four elevator rides to get from my room to the Grand Club for Breakfast and back.” 8
Room
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- “Our Grand Club room located on the 29th floor of the hotel (club rooms occupy the top floors of the hotel and have their own lift) was stunning. It was modern, contemporary, light and spacious - perfect for our family of four.” 22
- “If you have the chance to stay in the presidential suite or penthouse suite the views are spectacular.” 6
Service
89read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “One of the standout features of this hotel is its exceptionally friendly staff. From the moment I checked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and helpful attitudes.” 5
- “The dedicated Grand Club concierge at the Manchester Grand Hyatt were also a credit to the Hyatt brand as they were so knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.” 22
Bed & Sleep
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Where it is, how to reach it
1 Market Place
California
92101 USA
Details checked 2026-08-26
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Right in line
On par with what $$ usually buys
Scores 3 points below the mid-range median of 89, across 494 hotels in the same bracket. In San Diego it sits level with the local median of 86.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 86
- Bracket median
- 89
- Index median
- 90
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Value
67
Service
66
Room
65
Bathroom
64
Bed & Sleep
60
Noise
60
Food
53
Location
34
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Food41 mentions
- “breakfast: eggs, bacon/sausage, potatoes; cereals; fruits, baked goods, and cold cuts and cheese. I thought the quality of everything was good and the food was excellent” 13
- “Where I think their breakfast shines is the "breakfast bar" as I call it, which is made up of a variety of different types of foods which include cheeses, pastries, hardboiled eggs, lox, fresh fruits, deli meats, and toppings such as cucumber, tomato, onions, capers, and more.” 18
- “And during the last hour of service, you'll find a few desserts available. These were fine, if not a bit too much on the sweet side. It's a shame that they don't provide dessert until 8PM.” 24
- “The hotel's primary breakfast venue offers a relaxed, family-friendly setting and an expansive buffet with something for everyone. Children under 5 eat free, making it a smart choice for families starting the day.” 20
- “Families have several choices of on-site dining (there are no fewer than nine eating or drinking establishments in the hotel) but none come cheaply.” 1
- “Since the restaurant is closed, I'm going to leave the review fairly brief and say that the food was good for what it was.” 24
- “One of the few hotels left with a club. Food was great, views are even better.” 6
- “The morning food offerings are adequate. Nothing incredible, but you'll find something to fill our belly.” 12
- “Evening Hors d'Oeuvres: A generous spread that often includes sliders, sushi, salads, and desserts-enough for a light dinner.” 20
- “Pendry San Diego$$ | San Diego, 550 J St.A rooftop pool, prime location, and mouthwatering meals-what more could you ask for?” 9
- “While the space itself was almost overwhelmingly large, the food was delicious and satisfied my craving for a good hotel breakfast.” 21
- “breakfast: eggs, bacon/sausage, potatoes; cereals; fruits, baked goods, and cold cuts and cheese. I thought the quality of everything was good and the food was fresh and tasty” 13
- “The second morning we paid the supplement for the Seaview buffet ($15 for adults, $7.50 for kids) and the food quality was noticeable better.” 26
- “The evening spread is great here as well. Offerings include daily-changing "entree" items and a build-your-own salad bar. Not to forget, delicious desserts.” 8
- “From fresh scrambled eggs to omelets, waffles, pastries, and more, you'll find a great selection for breakfast here.” 18
- “There is a very good breakfast selection with all the stuff you expect and of course salmon. I don't know, but Hyatt got me hooked to have salmon for breakfast.” 8
- “Solid On-Site Dining: From waterfront meals at Sally's to 24/7 snacks at MARKET | ONE, you won't need to leave the property to eat well.” 20
- “Club breakfast was decent. If you're the type to get a quick coffeehouse breakfast before heading out, the club breakfast is a good replacement.” 13
- “yeah, I didn't have a bad time, I stayed for a weekend when it was cat 4 and used my certs. It's just an average hotel, I found the lounge food mediocre but of course I'm comparing it to overseas.” 6
- “The grand club has great views of the Coronado Bridge and the bay. The food spread is slightly above average for a domestic Hyatt.” 27
- “At the end of the day it's a massive convention hotel with slipping service standards,lounge and breakfast cutbacks and other similar negatives make this at best a cat 4 hotel.” 26
- “This Grand Club is one of our favorites in terms of the quality of food and service.” 18
- “Both items were delicious, and I loved the casual waterfront setting. It's worth having a meal here - or at least a cocktail before heading out for the evening.” 21
- “And when dinnertime rolls around, the hotel houses several restaurants and lounges to choose from, including a top-floor bar that serves up cocktails and superb views of Coronado Island.” 10
- “The snacks offered during the afternoons consist of different kinds of cookies, trail mix, and fresh fruit. There isn't much here if you're looking for something to substitute lunch.” 18
- “food offered at the Grand Club during the evenings are pretty elevated in my experience and opinion.” 18
- “Before we headed out to the San Diego Zoo, we stopped in to pick up a quick bite and some snacks at Market | One and HOLY SMOKES. This is where I was like: 😵💫 "Okay... This is dumb." We got two breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and two snacks for later and it was $45.” 11
- “The Seaview Breakfast Buffet Restaurant is located at the end of the hallway of the Harbor Tower just before the exit doors at the back towards the Seaport Village. It's open for breakfast and the full buffet costs a whopping $28 per person.” 8
- “Newly reimagined with a fresh Baja Med concept, Sally's pairs sustainable seafood with one of the best bayfront dining settings in the city.” 20
- “The food offered here have been much better than at other Clubs I've been to on my trips at other properties. We love the daily breakfast bar and salad bar options in addition to the main courses.” 18
- “Room service was prompt and delicious.” 13
- “As for the other dining options like Sally's Fish House & Bar we didn't make use of them but passed by. It's a waterfront seafood spot with great scenic views of the San Diego Bay.” 11
- “In the Harbor Tower, Sally's offers steaks and seafood right on the water for a nice night out, and Lael's is more family-oriented with casual fare and an incredible breakfast buffet.” 1
- “One of the best parts of the breakfast buffet is the made-to-order omelet station. Get a fresh omelte prepared right in front of you.” 8
- “The breakfast spread was even more impressive, and served from 7AM till 10AM on weekends. It featured cereal, bread, pastries, cheese, salmon, fruit salad, yogurt parfaits, and two hot options.” 2
- “On the other side, they offer a huge selection of whatever you would expect for breakfast and of course, you can eat as much as you want.” 8
- “Perhaps the biggest standout in my mind about the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego was the amazing breakfast buffet at Seaview restaurant. Everything we had was unexpectedly delicious.” 15
- “Dinner spread is nothing special, we just had drinks and dessert.” 13
- “From what I saw, I'm at least pleased to say that you could. in fact, make a dinner out of the food here if you're looking to save money.” 24
- “I was amazed at how long the wait for the elevators were. We did use the Club for breakfast one morning. It was okay- food quality was questionable, probably on a par with an Admirals Club breakfast.” 26
- “US lounge it had an impressive breakfast and evening spread.” 2
Room57 mentions · 2 filmed
- “Thankfully, there are plenty of electrical outlets on both nightstands next to the bed.” 24
- “I rather watch TV while sitting or laying on the sofa than sitting in chairs. The chairs don't feel comfortable enough to watch a full movie in them.” 8
- “The standout feature of the room, of course, was the great view of the San Diego Bay and waterfront, the San Diego Convention Center, and some of downtown's skyscrapers.” 21
- “Shame that it went to cat5. Our King room most definitely did not have a king size bed. We were perplexed as to why the bed seemed so small (we recently upgraded to a king size at home).” 13
- “Brad's only qualm with the room was the windows. They looked quite dirty, and with a view like this, you want a crystal-clear view.” 11
- “Our Grand Club room located on the 29th floor of the hotel (club rooms occupy the top floors of the hotel and have their own lift) was stunning. It was modern, contemporary, light and spacious - perfect for our family of four.” 22
- “look at this view from our room you can see the Marina District Coronado Bridge and right across you can see is marott marquee and Marina Resort Hotel what a spectacular view guys and this is something that we love about our room” On camera285:00
- “Overall the room, and especially the bathroom, also seemed very clean.” 15
- “The view from the room wasn't all that interesting given we were only on the fifth floor.” 24
- “A "1 King Bed Bay View" is a legacy room, while a "1 King Bed Deluxe Bay View" is a fully renovated room with the same stunning view.” 20
- “The room was incredibly spacious, and let's just talk about this absolutely stunning and breathtaking view.” On camera230:55
- “While the room condition overall was very good, there were some spots that stood out, namely the chafing leather couch and the heavily scratched glass on the office desk.” 15
- “I was satisfied by my room, if not blown away. Immediately upon entering, there is a large closet to the left and the bathroom to the right (more on that later).” 21
- “The living space had a loveseat, another chair, and a desk if you need to do any work while you're there. Our bedroom faced the ocean which made waking up each morning so peaceful and then watching the sun set over the ocean in the evenings so nice.” 7
- “Classy. Just as I suspected, our room upgrade was a UVO (upgrade in view only). Although, to be fair, we did have an incredible view of the Bay, Seaport Village, the USS Midway, and "The Kiss" statue (see below).” 15
- “The Manchester is touted as a luxury hotel and while I wouldn't go as far as saying our room was super luxurious, it suited our needs and tastes just fine. Our bed was a comfy king, which was nice to come back to after a long day of walking around the city.” 25
- “The bedroom itself was quoted at around 340 square feet, but it felt larger than that to me.” 21
- “Generally I don't like at staying at 1,600+ room hotels, but this was definitely one of the better run "mega" hotels I've stayed at. They did a nice job with the renovation, as I really liked the room, even if it was generic.” 2
- “The view of the Bay was simply beautiful. We said "Wow" so many times you would've thought Owen Wilson was in the room.” 11
- “I booked a room with 2 Queen Beds, and the room was located on the 24th floor of the Harbor Tower with a great view of both the harbor and the city!” 17
- “If you have the chance to stay in the presidential suite or penthouse suite the views are spectacular.” 6
- “There are a whopping 1,628 guest rooms and suites at the Manchester Grand Hyatt and most of them were updated in 2011. They have soothing contemporary decor and modern amenities.” 14
- “The Grand Suite was incredible. Do you know how much of a "First World Problem" it is to have to remember which key opens which door to your hotel suite? Out of all of the Hyatt properties I've been to, this has been the nicest suite that we've been upgraded to.” 18
- “When I came back to my room at 10:30am after the morning conference session, the room was already refreshed.” 4
- “The standard guest room is modern although it feels more like a Hyatt Regency than a Grand Hyatt to me.” 12
- “I loved the views from the room, which faced the bay and marina.” 2
- “As the room is only on the 8th floor, it's probably better to face it inwards, as the views are not that good from here.” 8
- “Wifi in the room was fast, and I think it's worth noting that there were plenty of power adapters all over the room, including near the desk and bed. That seems so simple, but it's an area where other hotels fall short.” 2
- “By the window is a small sofa good for lounging but not useful if you're looking for another makeshift bed.” 24
- “It was modern, contemporary, light and spacious - perfect for our family of four. Our room had the most amazing views over the city, the bay and Coronado bridge from our floor to ceiling windows. On a clear day we could also see the hills of Tijuana, Mexico in the distance.” 22
- “Room was tired and showing signs of it age.” 26
- “The room was fully refreshed and pretty nice. You can still open the windows for fresh air, which is a big positive for me.” 26
- “The room was very clean, and it had two large chairs next to the window.” 17
- “Wifi in the room was fast, and I think it's worth noting that there were plenty of power adapters all over the room, including near the desk and bed.” 2
- “My one and only complaint about the suite is that during our stay, the air conditioning/heating unit had a broken part which caused it to have a clicking sound non-stop.” 18
- “The double beds are really small. They've been really stingy with any perks or requests, such as switching to a king room or changing to a less hot room.” 6
- “I wound up in a corner bay view in the Seaport tower. The room was fully refreshed and pretty nice.” 26
- “The squarish pleather furniture throughout the room was uncomfortable and everything just seemed a little cheaply done.” 2
- “The Signature suites are a combination of a HUGE living room which they market as a Studio suite and a standard room. In total it's roughly 1040 sq ft with 2 full baths, a pullout couch, small bar area, and a large hightop table. It is a fantastic use of a Diamond Suite upgrade.” 12
- “Nevertheless, the room was a good size and appeared to be in relatively good shape, although there were signs of heavy usage and wear and tear.” 15
- “The room was comfortable, modern, and most importantly, clean. The Manchester is touted as a luxury hotel and while I wouldn't go as far as saying our room was super luxurious, it suited our needs and tastes just fine.” 25
- “These two chairs have a great view of the TV. You can fold the TV out and angle it either towards the sofa or the dining table. However, only a few spots on the sofa have a good view of the TV. It's a bit of an odd placement.” 8
- “The pillows were so weird that I had to go take a look at the official Hyatt room photos for a one king bedroom.” 15
- “The large room is quite spacious, with a couple of chairs in the center of the room for watching TV.” 24
- “Both, the closet and the office desk, have a tempered glass top. The tempered glass looks really nice but you will have issues getting your mouse to work on them.” 8
- “On the opposite side of the room is a large "L"-shaped couch. There is a sofa bed inside, as you might expect, but it's not the most comfortable bed.” 24
- “While the desk looks nice, a pet peeve of mine is where optical mice aren't compatible with the desk. That's absolutely the case here with the glass paneling. It's a bit unfortunate.” 24
- “Like the other Hyatts I've stayed at in San Diego, this property is a waste of a diamond suite upgrade.” 27
- “FDA was pleasant and gave me a choice of room options (no suites available).” 26
- “The living space was amazing for our family. There was plenty of room for the kids to run around in and the extra queen bed that pulled out of the couch gave us plenty more room for sleep.” 18
- “While it wasn't a suite upgrade, I appreciated being put into a room on a higher floor with a view of San Diego Bay!” 21
- “This is just one of the many ways that we felt so much at home during our stay. Our room had two extremely comfortable double beds, a small table and chairs as well as a great size desk and plenty of power points if you needed to catch up on work.” 22
- “This particular hotel has some built in challenges due to the size and layout. IMO, to make up for the competitive disadvantages those bring, they need to up their game on soft product, not cut it back.” 26
- “I'd used a suite upgrade certificate and thought the suite, while enormous, was totally non-functional (e.g., the couch faced away from the TV, and the only way to watch the living room TV was on two individual chairs bolted into the carpet).” 2
- “Then there was a flat screen TV and desk with a comfortable rolling chairs.” 2
- “So to get a couple of warm, plastic bottles from the Manchester was a huge disappointment. Also, trying to use your suite upgrade rewards at this hotel is near impossible. I tried booking a room 4 months in advance on a mid-week stay and STILL couldn't use the award.” 6
- “Across from the bed was a traditional desk and chair - perfect for getting some work done, which makes perfect sense, considering the conference-oriented nature of this hotel.” 21
Value16 mentions
- “Sure, the list of inclusions looks lengthy on their website, but so much of it is just a glorified coupon book. And if everyone gets premium internet, what exactly makes it premium? Many of the inclusions don't add up anywhere near the money the hotel charges for this fee.” 24
- “A large wall mounted television, plenty of electrical sockets to charge ipads and phones along with high speed complimentary wifi provided all the entertainment options that a family would need for a comfortable stay.” 22
- “, the hotel had steep parking fees, a destination fee of $44 (plus tax), and automatic 18% service charges at Seaview (which also came with a mystery 5% surcharge).” 15
- “Yes, this hotel comes with the ugly and dirty destination fee which is $35 USD + tax per night. I hate resort fees, destination fees, location fees, or whatever they call it these days. It's basically a way to "rip-off" hotel guests as it looks like you get a "cheap" room but have to pay these fees on top of it.” 8
- “For years the hotel pricing was insane and some nights @ Manchester were 23,000 points or 220 dollars if they were slow” 26
- “Other amenities include laundry, a business center, a gift shop, and even a shoe shine station! There are several dining options on-site. And I'll quickly say-THEY WERE EXPENSIVE. Like, dang.” 11
- “Is a Club room worth the extra $40 (extending to $70 in peak season) per night? In my opinion, yes, provided you utilize the food offerings.” 1
- “On top of that, prices weren't too inflated over what you might expect to pay.” 24
- “Yet when we checked in, we were given our complimentary bottles of water, but they were warm and they were some cheap, off-brand waters you'd buy for like $6 for a 42 pack at a wholesale warehouse.” 6
- “For a Category 4, you truly cannot beat the value we got at this hotel.” 11
- “Rates for the particular weekend were quite pricey, and the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego was over $400 for a standard room (including tax + destination fee).” 17
- “There is one thing you really have to watch out for. The destination fee and credits never got deducted automatically. I always had to talk to an agent to get them removed.” 8
- “We finally decided on the Manchester Grand Hyatt due to pricing, it's excellent waterfront location, and of course, the quality of the hotel itself.” 25
- “Brad's Final Score: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 stars - "Awesome hotel overall. It was those dirty windows. Oh, and that crazy parking fee!"” 11
- “This gorgeous room does come with a hefty price if you're paying cash. An average night in the Grand Suite can cost you around $761.15 per night which includes all taxes and fees.” 18
- “Rooftop pools, Kin Spa, and several restaurants draw families and couples, though the fees for parking and Wi-Fi can add up.” 14
Service45 mentions
- “1. The lines at the front desk were consistently very long.” 26
- “Valet parking was painfully slow. We had waits of over 15 mins for the car to be brought up. Twice we called down and arrived downstairs to find the valet still hadn't gone to get the car. Call to valet often went unanswered.” 26
- “From the west side of the building, you have a nice view of the harbor, the other hotel tower, and part of downtown. However, from the east side, you don't get as much of a good view as there is some kind of a terrace here but not accessible for guests.” 8
- “We were greeted by one of the friendliest front desk staff members I can recall, who immediately thank me for my Hyatt global status and made some small talk about our trip down to San Diego.” 15
- “I thought the room was nice (bathroom nothing to write home about), staff were exceptional, and the Grand Club was great.” 2
- “While there was a short queue for check-in, there was also a Gold Passport Platinum & Diamond line with no wait, so I was quickly helped. The associate checking me in was friendly.” 2
- “This Grand Club is one of our favorites in terms of the quality of food and service.” 18
- “I will say that the service was phenomenal for a hotel of its size, but beyond that, I just didn't see any charm, character or luxury in the place.” 2
- “With a lounge this size, people go through quite a bit of food and the staff did a good job making sure to refill things.” 24
- “It's huge and can have some really nice rooms. However, if it's above 75 degrees and you are on the sunny side of the building the AC can't keep up. Ask the front desk for a fan.” 6
- “Great location, very convenient to the airport, front desk staff were great, our room had a nice view of Coronado.” 6
- “The staff made the check-in process very easy and safe.” 7
- “billmeelaiter • 1y ago We stayed here for one night on our way from the east coast to Hawaii. We stayed here for one night on our way from the east coast to Hawaii. Great location, very convenient to the airport, front desk staff were great, our room had a nice view of Coronado.” 6
- “Where the hotel struggled a little bit in my experience was with service. That said, it is a rather large hotel so I can understand how it might be overwhelming for the staff, but make sure your expectations are adjusted and you'll walk away happy.” 24
- “Naturally. There is a special check-in station for anyone with Hyatt status, but for us peasants- the check-in service was still just as lovely.” 11
- “IIRC the turn down service included a free bottled water - a nice touch.” 27
- “Interactions with staff members at this hotel were few and far between, which is exactly what I expected, given the nature of this hotel. However, any interaction I did have with staff - from the bellboys to the check-in agents to housekeepers I passed in the hallways - was pleasant.” 21
- “I've stayed there 6-7 times, beautiful property. It's huge and can have some really nice rooms.” 6
- “Towels are handled via machine. This isn't my preferred way of getting a towel, but it works.” 24
- “I have stayed at one Park Hyatt (no longer a Park Hyatt)-the Hyatt at the Bellevue in PHL-and I wasn't all that impressed with the service.” 27
- “Check in was super easy. We arrived pretty early to the hotel as we had taken an early morning flight out of San Francisco to maximize our time spent in San Diego.” 25
- “From the hotel's location to the exquisite amenities and excellent hotel staff, you are guaranteed a fantastic experience.” 5
- “The last two times we stayed there, the manager of the building had the Top of the Hyatt lounge blocked off for their own private event. Whoever the manager is there, they're absolutely terrible at running this property.” 6
- “All workers who I met at the hotel throughout the week made sure my stay was perfect. From the valet out front, to housekeeping and the individuals cleaning the pool deck one early morning while I was out there alone taking photos. I couldn't ask for better customer service or friendly conversation.” 7
- “My bellman was kind enough to help me out and unlock the connecting door from room 831 while I was unlocking the one in room 833.” 8
- “I was thrilled to hear that I'd both been upgraded and that the room was ready for me, a nice surprise considering I was about 4 hours ahead of the standard check-in time.” 21
- “It was the perfect way to end our time in San Diego! We were greeted by incredibly kind staff upon checking in at Grand Hyatt.” 7
- “At the end of the day it's a massive convention hotel with slipping service standards,lounge and breakfast cutbacks and other similar negatives make this at best a cat 4 hotel.” 26
- “Recent guests loved the spacious digs and praised the spectacular views, although some mentioned a few customer service snafus.” 10
- “Check-in was fast and efficient which was just what we needed after a long 11 hour flight into San Diego from London.” 22
- “One of the standout features of this hotel is its exceptionally friendly staff. From the moment I checked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and helpful attitudes.” 5
- “The front desk was pretty poor for my stay. I had a minor issue and they really didn't care.” 2
- “I'm just saying the staff all the way up to the GM have treated me very well.” 6
- “Amenities like mouthwash and toothpaste are a nice touch.” 14
- “I mentioned it to the front desk but they didnt have much to say about it. Big problem.” 2
- “Pulling up to the property, you'll be greeted by bellmen and valet services. They were very friendly and welcoming, asking us if we are checking in and if we needed help with our bags from the car to our room.” 18
- “In fact, anytime we went to the front desk during our trip, we spoke with the most friendly staff members. And they ALL wished us a happy anniversary (way to pay attention to the notes, MGH!)” 11
- “Service was friendly, and the hotel emailed me and texted me before to make sure everything was set for my stay! When we asked for an item to be delivered to the room, they came quickly as well.” 17
- “Luckily for us, the lines weren't too long, and we were able to check-in quick via the dedicated World of Hyatt line.” 15
- “It's about a 20 minute walk to the Midway Museum and the cruise ship terminal/excursion boat docks. Our room was not cleaned. We left our room by 10am, we were surprised to find our room hadn't been cleaned when we got back around 4pm. Housekeeping never showed up.” 13
- “The dedicated Grand Club concierge at the Manchester Grand Hyatt were also a credit to the Hyatt brand as they were so knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.” 22
- “I found the service at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego to be top notch.” 4
- “The customer service is exactly what I've come to love and expect from a Hyatt. They really try to go out of their way to make sure your trip is enjoyable.” 18
- “The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego offers a perfect combination of luxury, convenience, and top-notch service for travelers looking to experience all that this beautiful city has to offer.” 5
- “Since the restaurant is closed, I'm going to leave the review fairly brief and say that the food was good for what it was. We enjoyed the quick and attentive service, along with the decent collection of beers.” 24
Noise5 mentions · 1 filmed
- “Elevators were also very slow. We were probably assigned a dud floor- 27 given we were last on the elevator ride (or first) so often having to stop. I was amazed at how long the wait for the elevators were.” 26
- “3. The elevator waits for Harbor tower were insane - I waited more than 10 minutes in the morning to go to Grand Club and finally just gave up, as I was running out of time.” 26
- “I stayed here over the holidays this year and while it was nice overall the elevators were obnoxiously slow. We wait 10 minutes for an elevator, and other people were waiting longer!” 2
- “One particular thing that we noticed was that there was an occasional sound of water draining in the bathroom, which was a bit unexpected, but nothing to spoil our stay.” On camera231:14
- “The only real downside here is the elevator-hopping you have to do to get to the Grand Club or to the Top of the Hyatt. Of course, it depends on which floor and which tower you stay in. For me, it took four elevator rides to get from my room to the Grand Club for Breakfast and back.” 8
Bathroom18 mentions
- “Rooms are tired and dated. Our sink was cracked. Like someone mentioned above, the fixtures/amenities are regency-like.” 13
- “Bathrooms are spacious but have single sinks and basic shower/tub combinations.” 14
- “The pressure in the shower was fantastic, though (OK, I lied about nothing standing out).” 21
- “The bathroom was very spacious had a full shower with tub.” 7
- “The guest bathroom comes with a shower/tub combination and a nice and large vanity.” 8
- “The bathroom, much like the rest of the room, didn't stand out in any particular way, but I had no problems at all with it.” 21
- “Shower over the bath didn't feel very Grand Hyatt.” 26
- “Now this huge Hyatt that reminds me of Las Vegas. And the shower looks so cheap that you can get in any Fairfield Inn or Comfort Inn by a busy highway. Not what I would expect from a Hyatt.” 2
- “The bathroom was clean and updated - no complaints here!” 25
- “My sink was full of someone else's whiskers when I checked in. I asked for the sink to be cleaned while I ate dinner. When I returned the sink was clean but there was a single pube resting in the exact center of the toilet seat.” 2
- “The bathroom was modern and well-equipped with marble counter top sinks, a deep bathtub with shower, plush towels bathrobes and slippers.” 22
- “The bathroom was clean and well-lit and came with the Balmain Paris line of toiletries (which I find to be good quality with a mild scent).” 15
- “Very impressive toilet. Thank you.” 2
- “I am not a fan however, of the flat square sinks frequently found in Grand Hyatts, as the water never seems to drain right. Also, the shower consisted of an old-school bathtub with a shower curtain (and could probably use an upgrade).” 15
- “I would have preferred a walk-in shower over a bathtub/shower combination, but no real complaints other than that.” 24
- “The master bathroom was identical to the other bathroom. I would have liked to see this one be different to offer up a bit more functionality to the overall room.” 24
- “One renovated room had an old bathtub with a non-adjustable shower head and the water pressure was weak, but the other renovated room had a fancier and an adjustable shower head which was better than the presidential suites shower.” 26
- “The bathroom seemed small for a Hyatt Grand property. Single vanity and single combined shower/tub.” 4
Location23 mentions · 1 filmed
- “If you're visiting town with friends or family (or, naturally, if you're attending a convention) and want a beautiful waterfront location with spacious, (relatively) modern rooms, and plenty of amenities, the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego could be a great option - just don't forget to pack your walking shoes.” 21
- “I really liked the location of the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. Right next to Seaport Village, close to the San Diego Convention Center, easy access to public transportation, the proximity to Petco Park Stadium, and just all the other nearby sights.” 8
- “The location is pretty good right in Seaport Village, right on the marina where there also a lot of shops and restaurants.” 17
- “The views and location can't be beat.” 4
- “Located right on the San Diego Bay, the Manchester Grand Hyatt offers breathtaking views of the water and convenient access to some of the city's top attractions.” 5
- “Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates. This Hyatt property, located on the San Diego Bay, sits within walking distance of the Gaslamp Quarter and gets kudos from guests for its two rooftop pools and picturesque views.” 10
- “The location is perfect for going out, seeing local attractions, and grabbing great food.” 18
- “The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is in a great location sitting right on the Bay within minutes of the Gaslamp quarter which is littered with shops, bars, and restaurants.” 12
- “Not only is this hotel located in a great location for sightseeing near Seaport Village, but it also provides an exceptional experience that will make your stay even more enjoyable.” 5
- “The property, facilities and location of the M.G.H. are exceptional. But the rooms woefully outdated in comparison to other leading hotels in the gaslamp quarter area.” 27
- “We'd definitely stay at the Manchester Grand Hyatt again! I did love the location, the views, and the overall comfortable feel of the hotel.” 25
- “The hotel is close to parks, perfect when your pup needs some exercise” 10
- “I do like the location of the Grand Hyatt since it's right on the water. Admittedly that's a really touristy area, but there are great restaurants in the area and I do love the views from there.” 2
- “The hotel's location provides easy access to attractions such as the Seaport Village, which is a short and pleasant walk away offering a variety of shopping and dining.” On camera232:44
- “With its central location, you're only a few blocks away from the Gaslamp Quarter, one block away from the ocean and a quick drive to the bridge that takes you to Coronado Island. This made it easy to get out and do activities each day without losing a ton of time driving.” 7
- “The Manchester Grand Hyatt is conveniently located within walking distance or a short drive from popular attractions such as the Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Zoo, and Petco Park.” 5
- “The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is one of the largest hotels in the city, with comfortable rooms and decent eats. We're also fans of its location.” 24
- “We chose the Manchester Grand Hyatt because of its location. It's in a beautiful waterfront setting and at the heart of everything that we needed to visit in downtown San Diego, so we didn't need to hire a car for the first part of our holiday.” 22
- “I think the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is in an excellent location, right next to the water, several shopping centers, and the light rail station.” 24
- “Unbeatable Location: Waterfront setting with easy walks to Seaport Village, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Petco Park. The Convention Center is just next door-ideal for attendees or those who want to stay nearby.” 20
- “With a prime location on the waterfront, the hotel offers easy access to many things to do in downtown San Diego, whether you're walking, hopping on the trolley, or taking the ferry.” 20
- “This waterfront downtown Hyatt is famous for its two rooftop pools with sweeping bay views, plus firepits and a lively pool-party scene-a resort feel steps from Seaport Village and the Gaslamp Quarter.” 3
- “Many of the guests are here on business, though families and couples stay for the pools, restaurants, and convenient location.” 14
Bed & Sleep2 mentions
View5 mentions
- “In between the two whirlpools is a firepit, perfect for roasting s'mores. There is plenty of seating around the firepit. This area offers a great view of the whole bay and the sunset.” 8
- “As I mentioned earlier, I'd been upgraded to a room with a bay view, versus the city-view room I had originally booked. It wasn't the best upgrade I've ever received, but I appreciated it nevertheless and did indeed enjoy the beautiful views of San Diego Bay, various marinas, and a good portion of the city's skyline from my room.” 21
- “The rooms are functional and higher floors offer an excellent view of the city.” 24
- “Panoramic Views: Bay View rooms, rooftop pools, and Top of the Hyatt offer sweeping vistas of downtown, the bay, and Coronado.” 20
- “Most rooms overlook the San Diego Bay. Rooms on the top floors have the best views.” 14
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- 22Review - Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diegoyouneedtovisit.co.ukReview site2018-10-01Ageing10 quotes used
“A large wall mounted television, plenty of electrical sockets to charge ipads and phones along with high speed complimentary wifi provided all the entertainment options that a family would need for a comfortable stay.”
Read originalyouneedtovisit.co.uk - 1Homebase for a San Diego vacation: Manchester Grand ...pitstopsforkids.comReview siteDate not stated8 quotes used
“Families have several choices of on-site dining (there are no fewer than nine eating or drinking establishments in the hotel) but none come cheaply.”
Read originalpitstopsforkids.com - 2Review: Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diegoonemileatatime.comReview siteDate not stated23 quotes used
“I thought the room was nice (bathroom nothing to write home about), staff were exceptional, and the Grand Club was great.”
Read originalonemileatatime.com - 3Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego Reviewstripexpert.comReview siteDate not stated1 quote used
“This waterfront downtown Hyatt is famous for its two rooftop pools with sweeping bay views, plus firepits and a lively pool-party scene-a resort feel steps from Seaport Village and the Gaslamp Quarter.”
Read originaltripexpert.com - 4Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego Review - SingleFlyersingleflyer.comReview siteDate not stated6 quotes used
“The views and location can't be beat.”
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“Located right on the San Diego Bay, the Manchester Grand Hyatt offers breathtaking views of the water and convenient access to some of the city's top attractions.”
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