I live in San Diego and work in the construction industry. I toured the US Grant about a month ago, they will be open in December - they are working like crazy to meet the deadline - and the wait will be worth it. They had several rooms completed and they are amazing. Very modern furnishing with the beautifully restored rooms. They have an artist on site who is creating "original" artwork for all the rooms. No expenses are spared on this renovation and it will truly be one of our best hotels in town. Even though I live downtown, I might splurge and spend a night there!!!