About us
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is an iconic part of the downtown San Diego skyline featuring 1,628 guestrooms and 76 suites with Pacific Ocean and city views. Just steps from the Convention Center (0.3 miles) and 3 miles from San Diego International Airport, Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego offers 320,000 square feet of flexible event venues with 140,000 square feet of dedicated indoor meeting space. Experience 4 ballrooms; largest ballroom is 34,000 sq. ft., 47 break outs, 45 conference suites and a 25,000 sq. ft. outdoor pool deck. 1,628 guestrooms and suites, 24-hour Fitness Center, numerous dining outlets; waterfront Sally's Fish House & Bar, 40th floor Top of the Hyatt and 24-hour Market One! This premier meeting destination stands out for its incredible service and dedication to caring for guests.
Venue Details
ChainHyatt Hotels
BrandGrand Hyatt
Built1992
Renovated2013
Total meeting space140,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms1,628
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Northstar
Awards
Cvent awards
Industry awards
Top 100 Meeting Hotels in US, #8
Cvent, 2017, 2018 & 2019
AAA Four Diamond Rated
Certificate of Excellence - 4.5 Stars and Higher
TripAdvisor
Top Workplace, #1 Large Employer Category
San Diego Union Tribune
Best Places to Work
San Diego Business Journal
Top 10 Best San Diego Hotel
USA Today
Venue Highlights
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Tennis courts
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
Room features and guest services
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Sustainability
This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.
Certifications (1)
Green Key Global Eco-RatingSustainability level: 4 Green Keys
Certification body: Green Key Global
Issued: 5/6/2024 Expires: 5/1/2026
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Jan 28, 2026 - Feb 1, 2026
Feb 5, 2026 - Feb 7, 2026
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 16, 2026
Mar 25, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Apr 2, 2026 - Apr 8, 2026
Apr 26, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Jun 11, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Jul 1, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Jul 26, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026
Aug 12, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026
Aug 20, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
140,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
34,000 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
47
Second largest room
30,000 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
35,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
140,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
34,000 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
47
Second largest room
30,000 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
35,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available
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Find the perfect room with setup charts and interactive 3D floor plans.
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2,968 sq. ft. 106 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 270 | 96 | 200 | 270 | 200 | 153 | 100 | 100 | |
616 sq. ft. 22 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 65 | 18 | 40 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 22 | 24 | |
812 sq. ft. 29 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 65 | 18 | 40 | 65 | 60 | 33 | 22 | 24 | |
812 sq. ft. 29 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 65 | 18 | 40 | 65 | 60 | 33 | 22 | 24 | |
812 sq. ft. 29 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 65 | 18 | 40 | 65 | 60 | 33 | 22 | 24 | |
1,372 sq. ft. 49 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 135 | 42 | 80 | 135 | 120 | 66 | 46 | 51 | |
1,596 sq. ft. 57 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 135 | 42 | 80 | 135 | 120 | 66 | 46 | 51 | |
1,596 sq. ft. 57 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 135 | 42 | 80 | 135 | 120 | 66 | 46 | 51 | |
2,184 sq. ft. 78 x 28 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 200 | 66 | 120 | 200 | 150 | 108 | 70 | 76 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
1,628
Single (1 bed)
737
Single (1 bed) rate
$199.00 - $459.00
Double (2 beds)
759
Suites
76
Tax rate
7.75%
Occupancy rate
13.75%
Total guest rooms
1,628
Single (1 bed)
737
Single (1 bed) rate
$199.00 - $459.00
Double (2 beds)
759
Suites
76
Tax rate
7.75%
Occupancy rate
13.75%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
3 mi
Distance from airport 3 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $35.00/day )
Valet parking
( $49.00/day )
Street parking
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is a key player within the Hyatt Convention Alliance. Juggling multiple meetings is easier with an extra set of hands. That's where Hyatt Convention Alliance comes in. For more details, refer to the attachment within the "Additional Materials" section.
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hyatt.com/WorldOfCare
Does Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, The hotel has separate compactors for recyclables, compost, and trash. Energy Management System monitors and adjusts key building systems in meeting rooms and public spaces. Smart thermostats in guest rooms, LED lights throughout hotel
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://about.hyatt.com/content/dam/hyatt/woc/DEIReport.pdf
Health and Safety
Were practices at Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, GBAC STAR Accreditation (Global Biorisk Advisory Council)
Does Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, All public areas are disinfected at least every two hours. Grequently touched surfaces are sanitized on an ongoing basis depending upon frequency of use.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please contact your Hyatt corporate account manager to discuss opportunities at the corporate level.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
jessica.schultz@hyatt.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Currently we use The Bottle Box for to go items which is made of recycled plastic, Eco Containers that are made from palm leaf. Verterta Bamboo plates for single use banquet vessels.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Yes,
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Changed and disinfected after each check out
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://about.hyatt.com/en/world-of-care/policies-statements-reporting.html
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Not minoirity owned
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
tyronne.stoudemire@hyatt.com
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