Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center redefines West Coast hospitality as the newest member of the Gaylord Hotels brand, part of Marriott Bonvoy. Nestled along stunning San Diego Bay and Chula Vista Marina, the resort showcases 1,600 elegant guestrooms (including 89 suites); 477,000 square feet of event space; and 12 dining venues celebrating the region’s coastal flavors. Highlights include a glass atrium, Relâche Spa & Salon, and a 4.25-acre water park, creating a dynamic destination where relaxation meets entertainment.
The resort’s guestrooms evoke the feeling of a seaside destination, blending coastal elegance with residential comfort. Offering king or double queen beds, standard guestrooms feature a dedicated work area and mountain or bay views. Executive suites include a separate living room and sofa bed, and option to connect a neighboring queen guestroom.
Gaylord Pacific’s premium accommodation includes six luxury suites, 10 presidential suites and two ultra-premium penthouse presidential suites. These seamlessly integrate a variety of indoor and outdoor areas, ideal for unwinding with friends and family or savoring moments with an intimate group. Penthouse presidential suites include 3,254 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, and feature a private furnished balcony with panoramic views of the surrounding San Diego Bay, Coronado Island and Pacific Ocean. Indoors, these suites include a living room, kitchenette, bar, dining table for eight, and a master bedroom with a private dressing room and spa-inspired soaking tub.
Purpose-built to curate meetings, events and celebrations of any size and purpose, the resort boasts 477,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor space, including 135,000 square feet of event lawns and terraces, 67 breakout rooms and four exceptional ballrooms. The resort presents a flexible stage to execute elaborate events and creative gatherings, featuring large balconies off Chula Vista Ballroom and Bayside Ballroom, diverse culinary offerings, and more. Gaylord Pacific also houses the largest convention center and ballroom of any hotel in California with its California Ballroom & Exhibit Hall, spanning 140,049 square feet.
Group and face-to-face meetings are at the core of Gaylord Hotels. The full-service events team is expertly trained to create immersive, one-of-a-kind experiences. Dedicated event managers, known as Teal Coats for their iconic teal blazers, provide exceptional on-site coordination, ensuring flawless execution and effective solutions to any challenges. World-class culinary offerings create memorable dining experiences with innovative banquet-style settings and specially curated meals in acclaimed restaurants. From spectacular galas and coastal weddings to intimate family celebrations, Gaylord Pacific specializes in tailoring resorts to fit groups of all sizes.
Chef Jakob Esko leads the resort’s culinary outlets.
Old Hickory Steakhouse is a signature Gaylord Hotels brand offering refined surf and turf, where premium flavors and locally inspired cuisine come together in a sophisticated yet relaxed setting. Guests can enjoy menu offerings like a Seafood Tower including Baja prawn, Jonah and snow crab, oysters, bay scallop ceviche and tuna crudo, a number of premium steak options, vegetarian entrees like grilled maitake mushroom, and more. Old Hickory will also feature an impressive, in-house, dry-aging program.
Trēō Kitchen + Bar invites guests to enjoy a seasonal menu highlighting the best of the region’s ingredients, from locally sourced seafood in its bluefin tuna crudo to the fresh herbs in its handmade Cavatelli pasta, with delicious options available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom is designed to reflect the classic California sports bar, perfect for watching the big game on a 75-foot screen. Along with a tempting menu of elevated bar food classics including artisanal hot dogs, a Snake River Farms wagyu beef burger, chili nachos and more, guests can find intriguing design aspects, including a wall boasting hanging kegs painted in the colors of every California sports team.
Oeste Bar anchors the resort’s sweeping, marine-inspired atrium, serving as an inviting hub where coastal elegance meets bold flavor. The menu features standout bites like oysters Rockefeller, black garlic aioli waffle fries, crab cake sliders and more.
Taiyō allows guests to dive into a tantalizing variety of sushi in a laid-back setting, whether savoring the flavors by the bay or taking it back to the room for a quick, mouthwatering bite.
Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center also invites guests to dive into adventure with the property’s 4.25-acre water park. Fit for all ages, the water park features multiple pools, action-packed waterslides, lazy river and wave pool, as well as bookable cabanas and plenty of lounge chairs. Two dedicated restaurants cater to all ages. Shallow End Grill offers classic, boardwalk-inspired favorites and local San Diego brewed beers, while Sunny’s poolside haven offers Baja-inspired bites and tropical cocktails in a carefree, sun-soaked setting.
Beyond the water park, additional on-site amenities include Gaylord Hotels signature Relâche Spa & Salon with curated treatments and programming, a 7,500-square-foot fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, and bicycle rentals for off-property excursions. The resort is conveniently located 7 miles from downtown San Diego.
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