Hotel del Coronado
Hotel · Coronado ·
Historic beachfront resort with Victorian charm & modern amenities
Historic beachfront resort with Victorian charm & modern amenities
"Historic and storied, this beachfront grande dame pairs prime access to Coronado’s winding shoreline with on-site indulgences—think a sustainable seafood dinner at Serẽa or a breezy happy hour at Sun Deck Grill—making it an easy add-on to a perfect beach day." - Kat Chen
"Thanksgiving week turns into a beachfront holiday spectacle here, with a long list of offerings—from a seaside ice rink and movies on the beach to cozy igloos for s’mores and a lavish Thanksgiving dinner buffet in the historic Crown Room and Ocean Ballroom—that draw locals and visitors alike." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Perched on an oceanfront peninsula across from downtown San Diego, this sprawling Victorian resort — open since 1888 and long a stage for history, from President Benjamin Harrison breakfasting here in 1891 to Some Like It Hot filming its exteriors and Nixon hosting a 1970 state dinner in the Crown Room — underwent a massive seven-year, $550-million restoration completed in June. Owners Blackstone and operator Hilton stabilized the Victorian wing with its red turret, restored the Crown Room’s carved ceiling, refreshed hundreds of guest rooms, added a Nobu restaurant and several other dining options, and built new Shore House residences, ensuring that the Del’s historic stage remains ready to host new moments in real time." - Jackie Bryant
"This iconic beachfront hotel on Coronado instantly puts visitors in vacation mode with classic beachfront resort style and is a primary landmark to visit when crossing the Coronado Bridge or taking the ferry into the island community." - Archana Ram
"Over a century later, the "crown jewel of Coronado" shines brighter than ever. In the late 1800s, it effectively served as the destination’s singular grand resort—drawing East Coast elites who endured a five-day train ride to breathe the healing sea air and embrace the laid-back Southern California lifestyle—and now, with a full-scale renovation of its grand dame, it’s poised to usher in an exciting new era while honoring its storied past." - Lindsay Cohn