Event
San Diego International Auto Show
Dec 28, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
Where the cars are the stars! The San Diego International Auto Show features the widest variety of new vehicles under one roof.
Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
Top of the Hyatt
Raise your glass and sip in style with a spectacular view 40 stories above San Diego Bay atop the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer dramatic, panoramic views of the city, Coronado Island and beyond.
Where: 1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA 92101
Harbor & Sky
Sip cocktails overlooking the bay at Harbor & Sky, the in-house bar at the Residence Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayfront hotel. At what’s described as “San Diego’s chillest rooftop bar and lounge,” guest can enjoy flatbreads, sandwiches and salads with a craft cocktail in hand.
Where: 900 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA 92101
Layover
The food and beverage offerings at the chic Intercontinental San Diego hotel are boundless, and Layover is no exception. With the place’s prime views of San Diego International Airport, you can watch planes take off and land from the comfort of this fourth-floor hideaway.
When: 901 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA 92101
Rustic Root
Rustic Root showcases a dynamic, rustic American cuisine where dishes are rooted in tradition yet have an inventive, modern flair. The signature drink menu concentrates on timeless cocktail classics, with creative options for playful drinkers such as the craft cocktail shots — sip-size versions of the originals finished with curated garnishes.
Where: 535 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Float
Nestled in an oasis-like setting atop the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, Float has it all: the fire pits and pool, the gorgeous views, amazing cocktails, copious amounts of flat-screens, non-stop action, and private cabanas.
Where: 207 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
The Rooftop by STK
The exclusive Andaz San Diego is home to downtown's largest and one of the best rooftop bar. Whether you want to shake it all night to the beats of hand-picked guest DJs or relax by the pool against the stunning backdrop of the San Diego skyline, the Andaz's The Rooftop by STK has you covered. Ramp it up a notch and order bottle service delivered to your private cabana.
Where: 600 F St, San Diego, CA 92101
The Nolen
From high atop The Nolen, take in panoramic views of downtown, the Coronado Bay Bridge and Petco Park while sipping on a craft cocktail and nibbling on comfort food-inspired plates with a selection of greens, flatbreads and snacks.
Where: 453 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Leave of Absence
At the Kimpton Alma Hotel, you’ll find Leave of Absence, which boasts “the best rooftop pizza in town.” Their menu also offers diners margaritas, mimosas and cocktails such as the Morning Ritual, made with Irish whiskey, Spanish cordial, cold brew and coconut rum cream.
Where: 1047 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
5 O'Clock Somewhere Rooftop Bar
Located on the fourth floor of the rebranded Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter (formerly the Kimpton Hotel Solamar), the 5 O'Clock Somewhere Bar – named for a signature Jimmy Buffett song – is a rooftop oasis with an inviting beach-y vibe, a sparkling pool and great views of the surrounding Gaslamp Quarter.
Where: 435 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
The Pool House
Boasting beautiful views of the Gaslamp Quarter, The Pool House at Pendry San Diego is a rooftop lounge embodying the essence of the Southern California lifestyle. Light, contemporary, and open-air, the indoor/outdoor space is perched above the Gaslamp’s famed 5th Avenue and plays host to relaxed daytime and evening events featuring a signature bar and cocktail experience for poolside guests.
Where: 550 J Street San Diego, California 92101
