The hotel is convenient located in the mission bay, a couple of blocks away from mission beach. Lots of restaurants nearby. The resort’s own restaurant is also very good with reasonable price. Pool is heated. I swam twice during my Christmas stay. I was swimming after 9pm. I don’t feel cold at all. Hot tub is big enough for 20 plus people in it. All staffs are very helpful and accommodating. Tristen is so thoughtful to us. He upgraded us to a suite when he learned that we are group of four with children. The hotel also sells discount tickets to the zoos, parks and LEGOLAND. Only thing I wasn’t happy about is the room. They seems dated, could use an upgrade. The third night, we were moved to a different room with broken bathroom fan. It was difficult to get rid if the smell of someone did a big one in it. I have to switch in the fan in the air conditioner to vent the air. This is not acceptable to my standards. Any hotel, one star or five stars, should have their amenities in working conditions. I hope the management keep up with the maintenance. Otherwise, this is a great hotel, I will definitely return for my future vacation in San Diego.