The Best California Beach Escape at Hotel del Coronado - AFAR
"An iconic beachfront resort with a 137-year history that was revitalized over a six-year, $550 million restoration, offering a blend of restored Victorian charm and modern luxury across five distinct neighborhoods. History buffs can stay in the recently rehabilitated 1888 Victorian quarter with its garden courtyard and replica bronze Naiad Queen fountain, while guests seeking contemporary beachfront living can choose from oceanfront balconies in The Views, private fire-pit Cabanas, or luxe villas and an oceanfront pool with personal concierge in the newly built Shore House. On-site wellness and activity options run the gamut from spa treatments inspired by the ocean (including seaweed leaf wraps and ocean-wave massages), poolside cabanas, and beach yoga (including full-moon classes) to Sunrise Spin and a fitness center, plus surf lessons taught by instructors hand-selected and trained by pro-surfer Jamie O’Brien. Families are well served with an Ocean Explorers kids club, surf lessons for kids, movie-on-the-beach nights, s’mores beach bonfires, bicycle rentals to explore Coronado Island, and convenient babysitting and casual dining options, while food-and-nightlife offerings include shopping, casual beachfront bites, and an oceanfront Nobu restaurant as the resort’s signature dining option." - AFAR
