That really sucks. They're following the two Westin properties, which have had an "amenity fee" for sometime. (And the Manchester GH now requires a credit card deposit for all stays.)

This property already consistently commanded the highest rates of all comparable properties - often $100-300 per night higher than the Manchester, Hilton Bayfront, Westins, etc. So much so that it became a sore spot with my San Diego client, and my last two stays have gone to SpringHill Suites, which is actually a very nice property and closer to the courthouse.

It's in the lounge master threat but wanted to add here too. Upon checkin you are given two lounge cards and they have a paper list they check-off to ensure only two people per room are admitted (and cards aren't passed around). The only exception is children age 2 or under are allowed as a guest w/o a pass.

There was a mother with two young boys (I'd guess ages 3 & 5) who was told that she was only allowed to take in one child as she has only two passes. She mentioned that she stays at the hotel often and asked when this changed and was told the end of January 2018. She was not given an option to pay for her additional child (but she didn't ask either).

A drastic policy to deal with a really serious overcrowding problem.

Note that if you are Plat and complain about the crowd to the very nice lady checking names at the front door, she will give you a coupon for breakfast in Marina Kitchen.

The problem with this property is they could cut all MR perks and still fill to capacity on a regular basis with rates that are frequently $100-300 higher than the immediate competition. Demand here is off the charts.

About time on the CL...It's a zoo up there in the mornings.....surprised fights haven't broken out since no free seats and the food is gone quickly.

Just got back from a stay here August 3 - August 6.

Booked a basic room and got "upgraded" to the same room but with a water view. Our resort free provided a daily $10 Starbucks credit. We went to the lounge late Sunday night and they let our family of 4 in no issues, on Monday morning I went solo and they turned away a family of four with a huge stroller but gave them credits for the restaurant downstairs.

Hotel was packed for a conference and the pool was a zoo Saturday / Sunday, but Monday morning was nice and quiet.

I doubt they feel the need to change anything. This hotel sells out regularly and at very high rates.

They also now have the $25 "destination charge" which is to me the bigger reason to avoid this property.

I was in the South Tower where the lounge is located, but while walking to the gym one morning (which is in the North Tower), I saw a sign saying there was a lounge in the North tower as well...I thought I read it wrong and when came back after my workout it was gone (I think it was related to the Agile conference)

I've said it before and I'll say it again--the Gaslamp Marriott is a hidden gem. Unless one needs a swimming pool on property, it is *the* best place to stay in San Diego.

Was checking the rates here for a visit next month and noticed the destination fee is now $30.

"Please note-US30 daily destination fee added to room rate includes US10 Fresh Bites credit/fitness classes/activity rentals and more."

What garbage. Stayed here on a weekend w/ a group negotiated rate that had no "destination fee" - but what pure garbage.
Go try a stay at the "Hotel Republic" Autograph Collection property instead. No lounge, but they did do breakfast for 2 in the lobby as then platinum premiere selection.

I'm partial to the Springhill Suites San Diego Bayfront. Best limited service property I've ever stayed at. Nice views of the waterfront. Super friendly staff. No destination fee.

It is on my list!