Wonderful but dated. From the waterfall in the lob...

Wonderful but dated. From the waterfall in the lobby to the tropical courtyard to the bird shows and the video arcade, this resort is stuck in the past. However, this isn't a bad thing. It has a lot of classic charm and I love the hotel's nostalgic feel. However, the nostalgic feel extends to the rooms, which I feel could use some renovation. Additionally, the water bottles in the room are not free, they're $3.50 with a big gaudy sign advertising their cost. If a hotel manager is reading this: give us the water for free. It classes the whole room up, makes the stay better, and will cost you $1 extra (tops). Overall, this is a lovely place to stay if you yearn for a simpler time of tourist traps in beautiful San Diego.