The Keating Hotel

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Address: 432 F St.
Neighborhood: Downtown
City: San Diego
Phone: 619-814-5700
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Über exclusive and worth every cent, the 35 sleek rooms  and suites here were designed by Pininfarina, the Italian design company behind Ferrari and Maserati. Judging from their abundant use of glossy red paint and leather, they didn’t stray too far from their roots. All 35 rooms  more have top-of-the-line Bang & Olufsen A/V systems, Frette linens, and espresso machines; the elevator, which relies on a century-old steam engine , feels like the inside of a car motor.

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#5 of 17 hotels in San Diego

The three of us desperately wished we had stayed at the Ivy for $209 instead of this place for $249.  It's not worth the money.  We booked incorrectly on http://tablethotels.com.  Lesson learned.How the hell is check-in at 4??  Isn't 3 pm the... more

Reviewed by: Ani P. - 10/21/2008

"Where Form Trumps Function...."

This is a hotel whose whole message is about design.... and it does have a unique, semi-industrial look to it. I am half way through a week-long stay, and can tell you that I would trade some of this style for a little more creature comfort.Tucked... more

Reviewed by: simplybp - 06/20/2007

This is absolutely one of the BEST hotels I have ever stayed at.The design of the interior is NICE.The way the shower is part of the room and doesn't have a door is way cool, and super pimp.  Sure to get you some ass if you invite some female... more

Reviewed by: Dano G. - 06/01/2009

"LOUDEST HOTEL ROOM I'VE EVER BEEN IN. Yikes."

I've been in many very expensive and very chic hotels. But no matter how strangely designed this hotel is, it's all pointless because i COULD NOT SLEEP THERE. It's literally above a LOUD music club and our room was insanely loud. I mean, it's like... more

Reviewed by: prs1 - 07/28/2008

What you need to know about this hotel, in no particular order:-It's cutting edge modern. If you're looking for a traditional hotel, try something else. There's no color but Ferrari red (pop!), and if you get one of the suites, they have hot tubs... more

Reviewed by: Esther L. - 07/14/2009

"Too expensive"

First I would consider myself in the high income demographic. That being said I don't consider myself cheap. I visited this fairly new and noticeable un-popular lounge Friday night. I believe I was one of 12 people in the bar at 10pm. I... more

Reviewed by: thielen - 01/26/2008

I travel a lot for work and have to say that this is by far the strangest most uncomfortable hotel I have ever experienced. Mind you, we are talking about the Keating in its class of hotel-- I'm not comparing it to a Motel 6.The walls are red, so... more

Reviewed by: Danielle F. - 07/27/2008

Style mavens take note: Pininfarina, the Italian design group that is the driving force behind Ferrari and Maserati, has made its first foray into hotel design right here in San Diego. The Keating Hotel is located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter... more

Reviewed by: Frommer's Expert

We were upgraded to a suite that had a great view of the city. We were able to watch 3 Fourth of July fireworks displays from our room! The room itself was super modern with chic exposed brick, swanky furniture, luxurious bedding and new technology-... more

Reviewed by: Jackie R. - 07/05/2009

"The Keating hotel was amazing...ABSOLUTELY NO ISSUES"

I recently stayed at the Keating Hotel and it was amazing. There rooms are incredible. Great style and flash. Hi-tech and brand new entertainment and appliances. The service was exceptional. The staff was very friendly and professional. No issues at... more

Reviewed by: youngRoyal23
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