Residence Inn San Sorrento Marriott, Del MarResidence Inn San Sorrento Marriott in Del Mar, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 8 of 11 hotels we score in Del Mar. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.3 before correction: Booking.com 2.6, Tripadvisor 3.9, Google 3.3. Rooms from about $282 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in Sorrento Valley, this all-suite hotel caters to long-term guests and business travellers. The property offers one and two-bedroom suites equipped with full kitchens, separate living areas, and dedicated workstations. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, sports court, and fitness centre. On-site facilities include a restaurant and a grocery shopping service. The hotel is situated near the University of California San Diego and the VA Medical Center, providing access to local research and medical hubs. While the suites provide practical apartment-style living, the interior decor feels somewhat dated. The hotel is pet-friendly and operates on a 24-hour basis.What stands out

Suites include full kitchens

Free hot breakfast buffet

Grocery shopping service available

Pet friendly accommodation

Watch out for

Dated interior decor

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