The San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina (619.234.1500) is undergoing a three-year, $195 million renovation, including complete guest room makeovers and upgrades to all the public spaces. Upgrades include $97 million in new meeting and event space, a 40,000-square-foot ballroom and a 40,000-square-foot exhibit hall, plus a $3 million outdoor event terrace to be completed in October 2012.
The Inns at Heritage Park (619.819.6009), Old Town San Diego's 7.8-acre park containing several historic buildings, is currently undergoing a $4 million restoration slated for completion in 2011. Four Victorian homes will become small inns and bed-and-breakfast properties with antique furnishings and modern amenities.
The Best Western Island Palms Hotel & Marina (619.222.0561) completed a $20 million expansion and renovation in 2010, including the addition of 72 guest rooms, 60 spacious suites and 6,500 square feet of new waterfront meeting and event space.
The Doubletree Golf Resort San Diego(858.672.9100) finished a $2 million renovation in 2010, which included enhancements to guest rooms and public spaces.
TheHandlery Hotel & Resort (619.298.0511) in Mission Valley reopened in 2010 after completing a $4 million renovation throughout the entire property, updating its tropical style with a contemporary look.
Guest rooms at the Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort (760.434.7020) underwent a $4.5 million renovation in 2010. Upgrades to the lobby and landscaping are currently under way and scheduled for completion this year.
In June 2010, Harrah's Rincon Casino & Resort (760.751.3100) in North San Diego County reopened its expansive buffet venue after a $6.2 million renovation. The new Modern Food Theater offers 9,000 square feet of space and more than 200 menu items, and it can accommodate up to 426 guests.
