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Hotel del Coronado

Coronado
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Grand beachfront hotel with a spa & a fitness center, plus outdoor pools & open-air dining.via Google

A legendary 1888 Victorian beach resort with a distinctive red-roofed rotunda, built entirely of wood.

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Free to walk the public grounds; parking is expensive.

Reviews from Google

Terry Jackson2 weeks ago
I've always wanted to stay at this hotel. Ever Since my time in the Navy many years ago. I used to pass by and be in in awe of its Splendor and magnificent. Staying here was like a Dream come true.All the staff here was exceptional and very friendly.The hotel is very well kept and clean. We had the breakfast buffet at Veanda. The food was very good and delicious.we even did the ghost tour here.Which was very cool and interesting.
Shaina Walker4 months ago
Lovely hotel and location. After spending 4 days at this hotel it is truly something special. The grounds are beautiful, so many restaurants, shops, and snack locations right on the property. The taco hut and beachside bar was our favourite. We loved the coffee and pastries at the quick serve every morning. The beach is lovely. You can walk forever down the beach. The hotel is located between two army bases which you can walk to each way. Steps outside of the hotel is the strip of Coronado. So many restaurants and shops to walk to. Rooms. This is tricky as there are so many different room types to pick from. Some rooms have views looking at the other buildings. We choose to stay in The Views building, no ocean view/front based on other reviews. Upon checkin online you can actually request rooms which is so nice. We chose the 6th floor 6605 room. So glad we did this! Upon walking in there was a floor to ceiling window overlooking the ocean, beautiful tile floors leading into the modern bathroom. Lots of space/storage in the actual bedroom with a long bed and couch. Another floor to ceiling window overlooking the ocean. The reason it’s not an ocean view room is because the balcony is off to the side facing another hotel building. Since we were on the 6th floor we were overlooking the top of the other building and could actually see and hear the ocean from our chairs. Very happy with the room! Big shoutout for the incredible service. Our flight was cancelled and rescheduled a day earlier. The reception at the desk completely understood and helped us out. All of the service throughout the hotel from receptions, shops, restaurants to housekeeping were fantastic. I would absolutely recommend and stay here again.
Jennifer Drillinga month ago
Everything about this hotel is top notch. Honestly mind blowing. My arrival to valet was way beyond my expectations. They were just so genuine and so sweet arriving and went out of their way like nobody ever does. All of this staff was absolutely awesome. I didn't meet a single person that didn't love being there working. The place is kept so immaculate and it's just beautiful. I would stay here for weeks if I could.
Darrel M (Bigdtravels)2 months ago
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Stay at the Iconic Hotel del Coronado I recently stayed at the Hotel del Coronado through an award from my company, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. The room itself was historic in all the best ways—full of character yet extremely comfortable. The bathroom was surprisingly spacious, even larger than my shower at home, and added to the overall sense of luxury. The resort offers an impressive number of options without ever needing to leave the property. Between the beach, the beautifully manicured lawn, and the private hotel‑guest pool with a pool bar, snacks, and plush towels, there’s always something to enjoy. The views of the beach and nearby marina are absolutely stunning and make the entire setting feel special. Customer service is 5 stars plus. Every interaction felt warm, attentive, and genuinely focused on making the stay memorable. There are multiple side bars, eateries, and a variety of on‑site shops—including clothing boutiques—so it’s easy to explore and enjoy without going far. And when you do want to venture out, the hotel is within walking distance of unique local shops, restaurants, and coffee bars. A truly exceptional resort experience at a legendary property.
Vee T5 months ago
I was highly recommended by locals to check out Hotel del Coronado during Christmas and I am very happy I went! Their Christmas displays throughout the entire property is amazing. There is a historical and luxurious feel to the entire space and it is extremely well maintained. My only tip is if you are ubering to this spot, to uber to a nearby location then walk over as traffic can be quite congested as cars pile into the front entrance.
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