Hilton Hotel Opens on San Diego’s Waterfront, Adds 800 Local Jobs
Hilton Hotels Corporation announced that its newest Hilton brand property, the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, has officially opened its doors for business – bringing with it more than 800 local jobs. The 30-story, 1,190 room hotel is situated on nearly 13 acres of seaside land owned by the Port of San Diego, and was designed by Portman and Associates. Its interior boasts 165,000 square feet of meeting and event space, signature restaurants, a 7,300 square-foot health club and spa, a 2,400-square-foot business center and San Diego’s first saltwater hotel swimming pool. Its position adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center and a short walk to downtown’s famed Gaslamp Quarter is ideal for business and leisure travelers alike.
Hilton San Diego Bayfront is owned by One Park Boulevard, LLC, a joint venture partnership between Hilton Hotels Corporation and ING Clarion Partners, a leading real estate investment advisory firm, and operated by Hilton Management LLC.
“The Hilton Bayfront combines a dynamic waterfront location with San Diego’s coastal lifestyle to create a casually sophisticated vibe that will have wide appeal to both guests and locals,” said Jeff Diskin, senior vice president, Hilton Brand Management, Hilton Hotels & Resorts. “With its picturesque location, beautiful public spaces, unique restaurants and bars and upscale guest accommodations, this property represents Hilton brand’s mission to provide an exceptional guest experience.”
The hotel’s architecture blends San Diego’s seaside influence with its contemporary flair for style and innovation. Its approximately 500,000 square foot glass façade, in addition to the use of light hues, clean lines and airy spaces, create an atmosphere that is both comfortable and engaging. Additionally, nearly $2 million of art was commissioned to produce inspiring public spaces.
J. Peter Lynn, Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel’s general manager, is a 26-year veteran who most recently served as general manager of the historic Palmer House Hilton in Chicago, where he oversaw the $170 million renovation of the 135-year-old landmark institution.
“From its design that embraces the water, to dining options and other amenities, the Hilton San Diego Bayfront was inspired by all that is great about San Diego,” said Lynn. “You’ll know you’re in San Diego from the moment you arrive at the hotel - and I’m thrilled to be involved in such an important project and San Diego’s premier business and leisure hotel.”
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