Your stay — Pendry
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Church of Scientology (755 m · ~9 min walk)
- Place of worship: Amen Mission (796 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: First Lutheran Church (832 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Inner City Baptist Church (906 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Horton Plaza Park — 237 m · ~3 min walk
The New Children's Museum — 593 m · ~7 min walk
Spreckels Theater — 124 m · ~2 min walk
Waterfront Park Playground — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 145 m · ~2 min walk
CVS Pharmacy — 551 m · ~7 min walk
7-Eleven — 392 m · ~5 min walk
Civic Center — 344 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →US Dollar, USD
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange booths and airport kiosks which have poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; Amex less common. Contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widely used. Some small vendors and taco shops are cash-only.
Restaurants 15-20% pre-tax; bartenders $1-2 per drink; taxis 10-15%; hotel porters $2-3 per bag, housekeeping $2-5 per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter/drip coffee at a café or corner store: around $2.50.
A burrito or fish taco plate from a taqueria: roughly $8-10.
A pizza slice or bowl of ramen: main dish about $12-15.
Taco trucks and stands are common, especially around Chicano Park and along Logan Avenue; also food-court style markets near the Gaslamp.
Ralphs, Vons, Trader Joe's, and Food 4 Less are the main chains in the area.
Fashion Valley mall (bus accessible) has high-street brands; downtown has a few discount stores on Broadway.
MTS Trolley & bus day pass $6; from the airport take bus 992 for $2.50 or the free shuttle to the Santa Fe Depot trolley stop.
Happy hour (3-7pm) cuts drink and appetizer prices in half at most bars; tap water is free everywhere — skip bottled; avoid parking fees by using the trolley or walking.
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Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in San Diego, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Pendry
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 145 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · CVS Pharmacy — 551 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
San Diego International Airport (Terminal 1 or 2) → Red Roof Inn - Pacific Beach
💡 Catch the 992 from the airport to Broadway & 5th Ave (downtown), then transfer to the northbound Route 30 on 5th Ave. Get off at Garnet Ave & Bayard St, then walk 3 blocks east. Cheapest option but takes patience—use a Pronto card for tap-on convenience.
San Diego International Airport (via shuttle to Santa Fe Depot) → Red Roof Inn - Pacific Beach
💡 From the airport, take the free shuttle to Santa Fe Depot (downtown). Board the Blue Line north towards UTC, get off at VA Medical Center station. From there, it's a 10-minute walk east on Baxter St or a quick bus (Route 30) to the hotel. The trolley is frequent, clean, and avoids traffic jams.
San Diego International Airport (Terminal 1 or 2) → Red Roof Inn - Pacific Beach
💡 Catch the free airport shuttle to the Transit Center on Harbor Dr (near Terminal 1). The 215 runs along Pacific Hwy and transfers to Route 30 at Broadway. This avoids downtown detours and cuts travel time by 15 mins vs regular buses. Pro tip: get a day pass for $6 if you plan multiple trips.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) → Red Roof Inn - Pacific Beach
💡 Uber or Lyft tends to be cheaper than a hailed cab. From the airport, walk up to the ride-share pickup area on Terminal 2's ground level—avoid the curbside chaos by following the signs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Pendry?
Check-in at Pendry is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Where can I eat cheaply near Pendry?
A burrito or fish taco plate from a taqueria: roughly $8-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pendry?
MTS Trolley & bus day pass $6; from the airport take bus 992 for $2.50 or the free shuttle to the Santa Fe Depot trolley stop.
Top Attractions in San Diego
💡 Free organ concerts happen on Sundays at 2pm in the Spreckels Organ Pavilion—arrive early for a good seat.
💡 Free admission is for San Diego County residents only on the third Tuesday of each month. Non-residents pay $20. Show a utility bill or ID with a local address. Go early to avoid queues.
💡 Skip the touristy restaurants inside the park and walk two blocks to El Campanero for cheaper, authentic Mexican food. Free guided tours leave from the visitor centre at 2pm daily.
💡 Park along Sunset Cliffs Boulevard near Ladera Street for the best panoramic vista point. Go on a clear winter evening for the most dramatic light.
💡 Visit on the first Saturday of the month for free entry or use a National Parks pass. Tidepools are best at low tide—check times online.