Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

I am a realist. I can have a nice time virtually anywhere. I adjust my expectations, based on my perceptions and it always seems to be just fine. My expectations were that we would have a decent place to stay, somewhat close to a number of fun things to do while we were in San Diego. We have paid a lot more for hotels and were not treated as well as the staff at The Hyatt did our entire time we were there. Everyone, and I mean everyone, was very friendly and accommodating. The view of the bay and ocean from the tower is terrific. The pool is very nice. We had dinner all around town, and the best dinner we had was at the Red Marlin. I had a blast there, and will be happy to stay again.

Facilities are dated.

It would have been ok, but you are automatically forced to pay a resort fee. I did not use the spas or pools once. Much too crowded with lots of screaming kids. The only part of the resort fee that I could use was the two bottles of water, and that was not delivered consistently. I would have to track down a maintenance person and ask for water in sign language (they often did not speak any English). The glasses were replaced only one time in five days although I used them daily. The coffee was always replenished but not the condiments/stirers. Parking was very expensive and should have been included in the resort fee. You need a car unless you are happy eating in the same limited venues daily. The shining star was the concierge, Philip. He was extremely helpful, conscientious, friendly and went out of his way to make you feel welcome. This is the first time I ever wrote a negative review of a hotel. That tells you something.

Staff was very helpful, including bell and valet staff and concierge. This was our 1st time there and they were always willing to answer questions and point us in the right direction.

We enjoyed our stay. But only one Jacuzzi and no deep pool for the high resort fees. The slides were fun. the fees were high for parking 40 dollars a night for self parking.