SAN DIEGO
Marriott International’s Moxy Hotels debuted its first hotel in California. The Moxy San Diego features 126 guest rooms in downtown’s historic Gaslamp Quarter. The hotel was developed in partnership with San Diego-based J Street Hospitality and Azul Hospitality Group.
The nine-story hotel pays homage to the region’s storied naval past from a dazzle camouflage wall in the lobby, to a shipping container lining the moody, CrossFit-inspired fitness center, and additional nautical elements such as porthole mirrors and Navy “dungaree” denim headboards in the rooms. The lobby’s exposed electrical conduit, steel finishing and wood accents will also add to the hotel’s industrial aesthetic.
“Moxy is an audacious and fresh brand that flips the conventional hotel service model on its head to pleasantly surprise travelers, without the exorbitant price tags,” said Vicki Poulos, senior global brand director, Moxy Hotels. “What better place to grow our portfolio than in San Diego, a vibrant and playful destination within Southern California.”
Instead of the traditional hotel lobby, guests check-in at a custom “trike” where they will receive their digital room entry and Bar Moxy’s signature “Got Moxy #5” welcome nitro-cocktail served from the lively tricycle. Just beyond check-in is a custom $750,000 LED light fixture designed by Canadian-based Moment Factory that spans over the Bar exterior spaces.
Upstairs, overlooking the lobby, guests will find a library dotted with books reinforcing San Diego’s naval ties and a topographic map of the San Diego Bay. Additional signature elements include the Moxy Digital Guestbook, streaming videos and images taken within Moxy hotels or tagged #atthemoxy as well as plenty of tech-savvy gathering spaces that encourage guests to get out of their rooms and take advantage of the community-centric ambiance. There is a space available for meetings and events.
“As with each of its hotels, Moxy tossed out the rulebook and set out to push the envelope with Moxy San Diego,” said Tim Billing, area general manager of Azul Hospitality Group. “We don’t want guests holed up in their rooms, but instead invite them to come play with us and interact with each other in our open floorplan that opens up to the streets of Downtown San Diego via foldaway floor-to-ceiling glass doors.”
Additional perks at Moxy San Diego include:
Play All Day at “The Now” – From pinball, classic arcade games, shuffleboard, Jenga and DJ residencies, guests and locals will have a new go-to at “The Now” with no shortage of things to do.
Plug and Meet – The bright and open lobby layout is paired with contemporary furniture creating communal spaces that provide modern ergonomic seating, large writing walls and 56-inch televisions for presentation projection.
Lobby Perks – Unlike previous Moxy hotels, Moxy San Diego will have an extensive menu serving three meals including grab-and-go breakfasts, lunch, bar bites and a late-night menu.
Tech on Deck – All bedrooms reflect careful consideration of space and functionality and as such are equipped with 55-inch flat screen televisions, built-in USB ports and free, speedy Wi-Fi with one WAP per room.
Bar Moxy – Sip the flavors of San Diego from morning to night with quality coffee courtesy of San Diego Coffee Co., signature and custom brews from San Diego’s buzzing beer scene, and an impressive menu of handcrafted cocktails.
Get Artsy – The back of the hotel will also boast the first San Diego mural by Los Angeles-based Artist Paul Nandee (SWANK), beckoning visitors with Nandee’s distinctive lettering and character creations constructed using cubist angles.
The property is in walking distance to the city’s culinary scene, top nightlife destinations and craft breweries. In addition to convenient transportation options like the trolley, Moxy San Diego is a short drive away from the San Diego International Airport and other top attractions in the area including Balboa Park, Seaport Village, Petco Park, Old Town, San Diego Zoo, and SeaWorld.
Information based off a news release from Moxy San Diego.
