October 11, 2024 #1 Local News, Information and Event Source for the Century City/Westwood areas.

Weekend Wonders: Hotel Z Serves Up a Unique Night’s Stay in San Diego

The new Hotel Z in the Gaslamp District of San Diego (courtesy photos).
The new Hotel Z in the Gaslamp District of San Diego (courtesy photos).

From the bright yellow polo uniforms worn by staff to complimentary cupcakes on arrival, San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter has a brand new hotel with plenty of pizzazz right in the heart of action – Hotel Z.

Located at 521 6th Ave., it opened in July thanks to Pineapple Hospitality Company, a hotel management company that acquired the property last year in the midst of redevelopment.

Formerly the Baltic Inn, a residential hotel designed for individuals with lower incomes, hotelier Michelle Barnet (president of Pineapple Hospitality Company) bought the property from a developer who had begun gutting the 28-year-old building to make it a chain hotel.

Wanting to add a boutique hotel in San Diego to Pineapple’s portfolio (adding to hotels in Seattle, Portland, and San Francisco), Barnet set out to create Hotel Z late last year. Now complete, the brand new four-story, 96-room hotel property is designed for easy access to all that San Diego has to offer – and a great night’s sleep.

HotelZ_Photos. (dragged) 1
Hotel Z is located at 521 6th Ave., San Diego.

Hotel Z offers its signature Pineapple Hospitality service and amenities, including The Naked Experience bedding, fast and free wireless internet, dog-friendly accommodations, daily coffee and cupcake reception, and complimentary Pineapple Cruiser bicycles for guest use.

Hotel Z General Manager Charlie Smith has been at the helm since its opening three months ago.

Smith brings 15 years hotel industry experience to the job. He started his career as a part-time front desk associate in Orange County. From there, he worked his way up from supervisor to operations manager to Assistant General Manger to finally General Manager.

Now he’s excited for the opportunity to introduce Hotel Z and the Pineapple Hospitality brand to a new market.

“We are that unique, quirky hotel that I don’t believe exists in the Gaslamp area,” Smith said.

As what makes the property so unique?

“So much!” Smith said. “Our complimentary beach cruisers to pineapple flavored cupcakes, to even having a stuffed husky named Fluffy greet every guest upon entering the room. We also offer a one-of-kind bedding experience called The Naked Experience.”

A King Suite at Pineapple Hospitality's Hotel Z.
A King Suite at Pineapple Hospitality’s Hotel Z.

For those not in the know, The Naked Experience is highlighted by Pineapple Bedding – each bed has two twin comforters, so each guest can snuggle into their own comfort. Don’t worry, Pineapple Bedding is 100 percent fresh. If it touches your body, the hotel said you can trust it has been laundered just for you.

The Naked Experience also includes comfortable Simmons mattresses, big fluffy bath towels, and signature robes and slippers (slippers can be taken home free of charge).

Smith said Hotel Z is suited for all travelers.

“We want to be the hotel in the Gaslamp where travelers come to stay regardless of whether on business, here for a convention, on a family vacation or just planning a staycation and enjoying what the Gaslamp has to offer,” he said. “One thing that would make it a great staycation would be being able to walk to a Padres game – even if you are cheering for the other team.”

He said Southern Californians are able to enjoy and experience a city they’ve been to before in from a new perspective – especially when riding a beach cruiser.

“We look forward to people not familiar with Hotel Z to experience our piece of the pineapple – and the cupcakes are really good!” Smith said.

Hotel Z is Pineapple Hospitality’s second property in California, adding SoCal to their northern Pineapple Hospitality counterpart, Hotel California in San Francisco.

Hotel Z’s location in the Gaslamp provides easy walking and accessibility to a variety of San Diego attractions, including the San Diego Convention Center, Seaport Village, Petco Park, Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, Belmont Park and the USS Midway, among others.

For more information about Hotel Z or to make reservations, visit www.HotelZSD.com.

Related Posts

Bob Rosenbloom, Esteemed Owner of Bob’s Market and Community Pillar, Passes at 92

April 9, 2024

April 9, 2024

Bob Rosenbloom, the cherished proprietor of Bob’s Market on Ocean Park Blvd. in Santa Monica, passed away at his residence...

Don’t Miss Your Last Chance to Experience CORTEO by Cirque du Soleil!

April 25, 2023

April 25, 2023

The Show’s Run At The Microsoft Theater Ends On April 30  Time is running out for fans of CORTEO by...

Regulation of Short-Term Rentals in LA Failing as Enforcement Drops Significantly

April 4, 2023

April 4, 2023

Better Neighbors LA report highlights the inadequacies of enforcement measures for short-term rentals in Los Angeles, calling for increased regulation...

Non-Profit Helping Relieve Financial Burden For Cancer Patients

November 16, 2022

November 16, 2022

Cancer Cartel is helping cancer patients focus on their treatment, not the financial stress of living with a diagnosis. Learn...

100 Miles of Bus-Only Lanes Coming to L.A in Five Years?

October 17, 2022

October 17, 2022

L.A’s public transportation network is known for being slow due to traffic congestion. A new motion by L.A. City Council...

How to Wisely Manage Your Finances After a Job Layoff

October 3, 2022

October 3, 2022

Being laid off can be difficult, both emotionally and financially. It is important to manage your finances wisely during this...

Union Members Protest UC Policies in Westwood

May 3, 2022

May 3, 2022

Westwood and Wilshire protest takes place April 26 By Dolores Quintana The intersection of Wilshire and Westwood was the site...

Kale of All Kinds

March 16, 2022

March 16, 2022

Today at the Santa Monica Farmers Market we explore three different kinds of Kale from Cole Family Farms..Video sponsored by...

Name Revealed for Alice Waters’s Westwood Restaurant

October 20, 2021

October 20, 2021

Westside Dining Scene October 21, 2021 By Dolores Quintana Esteemed chef Alice Waters’s upcoming Westwood restaurant’s and the name has...

Community Volunteer Patrol Program Brings Civilians New Insight Into Law Enforcement

October 19, 2021

October 19, 2021

The West LA Police Department has a community patrol program bridging the gap between civilians and law enforcement. Video brought...

Police Seek Man Wanted for Sexually Assaulting Sleeping UCLA Student

September 2, 2021

September 2, 2021

Police are searching for a man wanted for sexually assaulting a female UCLA student while she slept. According to the...

Final Weekend of Marina Drive-In Movie Summer Series With New Movies Added

August 28, 2021

August 28, 2021

WHERE: Marina del Rey Boat Launch Ramp, 13477 Fiji Way at Parking Lot #2 COST: $20 per vehicle, per movie...

UCLA Admits Most Accomplished Class in Its History

July 20, 2021

July 20, 2021

New freshman and transfer cohorts are also among university’s most ethnically diverse By Ricardo Vazquez | UCLA Newsroom UCLA has...

Heritage Museum Reopens with Unique Exhibition

June 24, 2021

June 24, 2021

The California Heritage Museum welcomes back visitors with a unique and stunning quilt exhibition, learn more in this video brought to...