We had a Lacrosse tournament in Rancho Bernardo and waited too long to make reservations. We had only 2 choices and unfortunately I chose the Holiday Inn. They had a great rate of $112 for the "Presidential suite". As others have said, there was little to no parking and the spaces were tiny. Check in was nice and easy. We started walking down the hall to our room and had to walk through a "Pardon our Dust" sign, literally walking on plywood sheets and paint tarps all over the ground. The room was pretty stuffy as the AC was off. I turned it on and set it to 70. We were there 2 nights and it never got below 76 the whole time we were there. It was not very comfortable. The beds were hard as rocks. The reason we picked this room is because it had a pull out couch for the kids. There were no pillows or blankets in the room for the pullout, only the sheets that were already on it. As it turns out we didn't need blankets because it was so hot in the room. They allow dogs at this hotel. We got to hear dogs barking right below us much of the time we were in the room. The light was burned out in the toilet room which was annoying. The shower water pressure was extremely low(hard to rinse shampoo out of your hair) and never got hotter than "warm". I am not a complainer and we never said anything to the front desk so I don't know what they would have done. We didn't spend much time in the hotel and I didn't feel like moving all our stuff. There are about 5 hotels in this close area. for $15 - $25 bucks more a night, I would gladly try the Courtyard, Hilton Garden Inn which are close by.

It was a little more than I wanted to pay, but that's because it's so close to all these corporations here and gets business travelers whose companies foot the bill. Weekend rates are predictably lower. Nice underground parking for security of belongings, I like that they had a laundry room. Internet is free though far from speedy. Very well appointed rooms, very clean, good smelling, and comfortable. Friendly staff, some of whom appeared to be young foreign trainees who aren't afraid to play a joke on me (I called from my room to confirm they had me reserved for a second night, and she said no...and after I started to panic a little she said 'just kidding!' -- kind of a risky trick to play but I thought it was funny).

My only complaint is that the walls (or ceilings, I can't tell which) are shockingly thin. I could hear furniture being moved, vacuum cleaners, some conversation. It wasn't that bad in the sense that it didn't happen much--the guests here don't make much noise, but it was louder and clearer than I expected when everything else here was so well-done.

My stay at this facility was AWESOME....not only did I enjoy the rest but Mr. G and his entire staff were very courteous. They went above and beyond....when I needed a ride, towels, or anything. I recommend anyone to stay here. Thank you Mr. G and the entire staff. Maurice J.

I needed a local hotel at short notice; I checked a few in the area including the Raddisson, Hilton and where we stayed the Holiday Inn all in Rancho Bernardo (we needed to be close to a famly member living locally) All hotels were minimum $130 per night and we needed it for 3 weeks; I used Hotwire and got the Holiday Inn for an excellent rate of $69 per night!!! We stayed in room 220 close to the pool on the second level. The hotel was very clean and tidy; the staff were always friendly and our house keeper Christina was always great at her job and ensured we had plenty of supplies. Most rooms have a balcony looking over the carpark; it's great to get fresh air too. The location is convenient to the freeways and local shopping. Downtown was 35 minutes with a good run. We rarely went down town; for the zoo and a musuem or two; this area has alot to explore so worth a week if you used it for a base. The area Rancho Bernardo is very safe; infact it's surroundings are very well kept and the parks and walkwlays are pleasant to stroll around etc. There's a Elephant bar next door and hooter just up the road; also a short stroll finds a CVS and Taco Bell. I'd recommend this hotel as a great base; we had a great stay; mum, dad & 2 kids under 6 were comfortable here for 3 weeks! We didn't ever have breakfast at the restaurant as it was an extra cost and Denny's was better value. The pool and spa was a highlight; both heated and great for an easy family activity; the gym was basic but good for a business traveller. Good luck with your choice in RB.