"Despite its position downtown, Hotel Republic, a modern hotel (and a great-value to boot). It takes its design cues from San Diego's coastal location, with blue carpeting, chandeliers made of driftwood, and nautical tchotchkes. Accommodations are nothing mind-blowing, but they're definitely comfortable, with modern vibes and a pleasing blue-and-white color palette. Most standard rooms clock in at a comfortable-but-not-huge 362 square feet, but you can bump up to a corner room or the Presidential Suite for even more space. If you can stay the whole weekend every Sunday, the rooftop Topside Terrace Kitchen and Bar hosts free yoga classes for both guests and non-guests." - Archana Ram
Jason Dewey