The Ramada Inn and Suites Gaslamp stands in the center of San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter, offering families, couples and business travelers affordable accommodations in an ideal location. Opened in 1913 as the St. James, San Diego's original high-rise luxury hotel, today's Ramada still features European-style cage elevators and views of the skyline and pristine bay from the rooftop terrace and 1,300-square-foot presidential suite. Numerous restaurants, shops, convention center, San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, pro sports venues, beaches, sea excursions and Mexico are all close to the hotel.

Guests can enjoy the hotel's hot breakfast buffet at the Joan Crawford Bar, where holes created by the actress' high heels when she was dancing on the bar are visible. At night, guests can sample California cuisine such as Basil Crusted Alaskan Halibut with Basmati Rice and Champagne Crème, Grilled Sea Bass, Sautéed Veal Medallions or New Zealand Rack of Lamb in the hotel's Café 828.

While decorated in an early 20th- century style, the 82 guestrooms and 17 suites feature 21st-century high-speed Internet access, coffeemakers and safes. Some rooms feature whirlpool spas and ocean views. The presidential suite, which is perfect for couples, receptions, meetings and parties, features a four-poster bed, bubbling whirlpool, 60-inch television, harbor views, full kitchen, and Roman marble bath with monogrammed bathrobes and bidet.

Air travelers are just four miles from San Diego International Airport.

This Ramada Inn and Suites further tempts guests with tranquil sitting porches and quiet reading nooks.