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Superb
Luz
Aug 5, 2024
Staff and breakfast was wonderful!
Overview
Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.
- Located in heart of San Diego
- Great for activities
- Excellent room comfort & quality
About The Keating Hotel By Pininfarina San Diego
The ultra-chic modern design free Wi-Fi and a prime spot in the popular Gaslamp Quarter make the pet-friendly Keating Hotel a winner with our guests. The five-story 35-room hotel is created in a modern Italian design with glass metal brick and vibrant color combining to create a visual pop. The style continues through the rooms where flat-panel TVs iPod docking stations deluxe sound systems and plush Italian bedding marry form and function.
The bathrooms provide their own sensual treats with rainfall showers delicious spa-like products dual sinks and cozy bathrobes. Complete the spa experience with an in-room massage or take your yoga mat to the fitness room to stretch the tension away. The hotel has a convenient business center or you can use the free Wi-Fi in your room to stay on the up-and-up with the office.
The minibar and espresso machines will give you a pick-me-up when you need one and room service is available from one of the hotel's two attached restaurants. No need to leave after dar.
The Keating Hotel By Pininfarina at a glance
Location, travel times, listing details and guest feedback
The Keating Hotel By Pininfarina is in Downtown San Diego. Dream. A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr is a short walk away. Petco Park is an easy walk from the hotel.
Quick facts
- Station nearby
- Civic Center (light-rail station): 0.5 km, about 6 min walk (route computed 29 Oct 2026)
- Dream. A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr
- 0.8 km, about 9 min walk (route computed 29 Oct 2026)
- Petco Park
- 1.2 km, about 14 min walk (route computed 29 Oct 2026)
- SDHS Balboa Stadium
- 1.8 km, about 24 min walk (route computed 29 Oct 2026)
Policies
Check-in, check-out and house rules.
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Check-in16:00
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Check-out12:00
FAQs about The Keating Hotel By Pininfarina
How close is the Civic Center light-rail station to The Keating Hotel By Pininfarina?
The Civic Center light-rail station is a short walk from the hotel. It is in Downtown San Diego.
What places can I walk to from The Keating Hotel By Pininfarina near Dream. A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King?
SDHS Balboa Stadium is under half an hour away on foot. The USS Midway Museum is also under half an hour away on foot.
Guest Score and Reviews
Loved by Guests, Trusted for Excellence
8.0 /10
V. good
Based on 139 Reviews
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Superb
Lawanda
Aug 5, 2024
Very clean. Nothing until I had a bad experience.
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Superb
Lawanda
Aug 5, 2024
The room layout was nice. The AC was cold. The bathroom size was great.
E
V. good
Elida
Aug 5, 2024
Room was spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was good.
M
Superb
Michele
Aug 5, 2024
Very nice and clean. Excellent location!
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