Tower23 Hotel

Overlooking San Diego's postcard-perfect Pacific Beach, popular with surfers, beach cruisers and joggers, the hip Tower23 Hotel embodies true Southern California beach culture. The hotels vibrant, modern style provides an energetic atmosphere for the popular sun deck that overlooks the ocean and the popular JRDN restaurant, but rooms provide your family with a welcome retreat from all of the excitement. The Sanctuary and Sweet Suites have enough space for everyone with sofas with pull-out beds and feature sweeping ocean views. Walk across the street where your family can take a surfing lesson, rent bikes or build sand castles.

San Diego has no shortage of family-friendly attractions. Animal lovers will appreciate the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Wild Animal Park where lions, giraffes, elephants and more roam free. Get drenched by Shamu the killer whale at Sea World or go on the rides all day at Legoland. On hot summer days, Knotts Soak City will cool you off with its 32 acres of wet water rides. You can also leisurely pass your day at one of the areas many beaches La Jolla Shores is popular among families for its shallow waters and gentle waves, perfect for boogie-boarding. At the end of the day, sample some of the neighborhoods seafood at the Fishery or try one of the area's many Mexican restaurants.