Amazing San Diego beach-front condo with endless views from 100 ft (9th floor) in the air! This is a unique view that no others in the area can get due to a change in building codes shortly after the Capri by the Sea was constructed. A bit dated due (looks retro 1985), but very clean and as described/shown in the photos. As soon as you walk in you are drawn to the full wall of sliding glass doors on the western wall. There are two nice reclining chairs that serve as comfy ocean-watching spots.
Shower pressure is above average and toilet flushed strongly. We never has any issues with water temperature. Adequate supply of bath and hand towels.
Bedroom closet is filled with nearly everything you could need for the beach, but possibly a surf board and wet suit which you can find many places for rent locally. Plenty of pillows and blankets for our family of 5.
Two TVs, one in the bedroom and one in the main quarters had full cable and worked without issue. Kitchen appliances were sufficient, clean and in working condition, although I didn't use the dishwasher. WiFi is available in the unit.
King bed in bedroom is super comfortable and linens are high quality. The identical pull out sofas are much more comfortable than most, on the firm side and without the typical feeling of springs and bars of most pull-outs.
Pool is not connected to the building, but is a 1/2 block east. Also in the pool area is a nice hot tub, bathrooms, and a sauna. Very private with privacy fence around the entire area. Nice addition on cool days/evenings.
The north elevator seemed to have much less wait times. Don't leave the room without one of the two keys/FOBs. All doors and elevator operation require the FOB for security purposes. This improves the feeling of security and well being, especially at night.
Noise from other units was not apparent. There was some noise from the hood in the mornings, but they just happened to repaving the roads around the condo. No big deal.
There is access to the roof via the elevators which allows for bonus views in 360 degrees from even higher then the unit provides. It's was a great place to catch the sunrise and see the downtown area. Up there are two gas grills and some lounge chair to sun in privacy.
Would definitely return to Nick's rental and will try there first if I return to San Diego. There are so many stores, restaurants, shops, clubs, bars, etc. around that we didn't even drive our car but for out of town attractions. He could charge more for his unit, believe me I did the research on about 50 other places in the San Diego area. It's affordable luxury right on the Pacific Beach in a tourist heaven. Follow the rules and have a great time!